This prohibition-era cocktail combines scotch and orange juice for a smoky-sweet treat. more ›

This scotch-based cocktail, invented by Mike Ryan of Sable Kitchen and Bar, is a perfect addition to your winter repertoire. more ›

If you are interested in attending Whisky Fest, the booziest day of the year in Chicago (aside from St. Patrick's Day) get your tickets now. The Tribune reported last night that the event was down to 250 tickets, out of almost 2000 originally on sale. The event lets whiskey/whisky lovers taste hundreds of whiskeys, scotches and bourbons, along with a few other spirits. There are seminars, meet and greets with distillers and a gourmet buffet to munch on all night long. This event is certainly not for everyone, but if you're a whiskey lover, it could be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Tickets are $135 for regular admission, and the event will be held at the Hyatt Regency. more ›

Faith and Whiskey invites you to stop in tonight from 7 - 9 for an informative, free discussion (read: SAMPLES!) of Knob Creek, Canadian Club, and Laphroaig to learn more about the differences between bourbon, whiskey, and scotch. Experts will be on hand to guide you through the tasting and provide some history and education on these spirits. RSVP: 773.248.9119 or greatwhiskeydebate@gmail.com. more ›

Every last Friday of the month, the bartenders and servers at Kuma's Corner donate their night's tips to a worthy cause. Tonight, it's all going to Windy City Roller Tahira "Tequila Mockingbird" Johnson, who's still recovering from her injury over the summer. If you find yourself gorging on the "Hatebeak" or "Goblin Cock" this evening, please tip better than you usually do. Just in time for Hanukkah, local food writer Leah Zeldes will give a... more ›