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David Wondrich

David Wondrich is The Daily Beast’s Senior Drinks Columnist and the James Beard Award-winning author of Imbibe! and Punch.

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Last Call

The Secrets to the Best Dry Martini You’ll Ever Have

Our legendary columnist reveals his recipe and tips for making this classic cocktail.

David Wondrich

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Bottoms Up

The Greatest Drinking Contest in History

In 1867, two formidable drinkers went head-to-head to see who could finish more Whiskey Cocktails. The winner’s tally should never be challenged.

David Wondrich

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Liquid History

The Extraordinary Life of Pioneering Bartender Prince Martin

Our columnist profiles the famed Louisville, Kentucky, bartender who worked in some of the city’s finest private clubs and played an important role in the Navy during World War II.

David Wondrich

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DRINKS TO GO

Save the Holidays by Giving Homemade Bottled Cocktails

This time of year, our columnist normally enjoys big bowls of punch with friends. This year, he suggests skipping the party and dropping off bottled drinks instead.

David Wondrich

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Political Mixology

From Washington to Trump: The History of Election Day Drinks

Our columnist looks back at the tradition of treating voters to booze and the connection between elections and drinking.

David Wondrich

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Bon Voyage

When Barrels Set Sail—The History of Aging Spirits at Sea

The practice of aging liquor on the water goes back hundreds of years when producers needed to ship their barrels to customers around the world.

David Wondrich

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Dr. Dave’s Cocktail Clinic

Chasing the Signature Drink of Marathon Champ Bill Rodgers

Legendary marathon runner Bill Rodgers popularized this ’70s vodka cocktail, but was it originally made with rum?

David Wondrich

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Bartending Engineering

Forget Sourdough Starter—You Should Pre-Batch Cocktails

Our columnist shares his personal recipes and techniques for making 14 delicious cocktails ahead of time.

David Wondrich

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Party Canceled

The Quiet Fourth of July

Our columnist loves Independence Day but this year he won’t be holding his usual punch party. Find out what he’ll be doing instead.

David Wondrich

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LO-FI LUSH HOUR

Lessons From the Virtual Bar

For 75 straight nights, our columnist made drinks and entertained his Twitter followers. This is what he learned.

David Wondrich

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