Imbibe Magazine

Imbibe is your ultimate guide to drinks culture, from wine, spirits and beer to coffee, tea and everything in between. Every issue features the world’s top drink destinations, recipes, how-tos and in-depth stories covering the fascinating people, places and flavors of liquid culture.

Change of Course

Imbibe Magazine • NUMBER115 MAY/JUNE2025

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What We’re Drinking Now: Luxardo Del Santo Herbal Liqueur

At the Market: Basil

A Few of Our Favorite Things

Anatomy of a Drink: Martinez

Three Ways: Paper Plane

5 to Try: Makgeolli

Day Trip: Ren Peir and trent, Co–founders of BABE Wine Bar

Q&A with Bart Watson

Mixopedia: The worst drink name ever • Let us say a few words about the Duck Fart.

Taste Test: California Gins

Gear: French Press Coffee Makers

Elements: Dry Vermouth

Characters: Greg Hall • How Greg Hall sold out (twice), paid up, and changed the beverage landscape.

Bottled Legacy • South Africa’s most historic wine is hiding in plain sight.

Martinis to the Max • The OG classic cocktail has a new generation of fans.

’Burbs and Beer • Seeking new fans, brewers head to the suburbs.

Just a Touch • A little sweetness promises balance for some of Germany’s iconic wines.

Press to Start • THE RISE, FALL, AND RESURGENCE OF THE FRENCH PRESS.

Drinks Atlas: Central Valley, Chile

Scene Scout: Indianapolis, Indiana

Cravings: New Orleans Rum Babas

Quench: Life Lessons