Beloved old techniques for food preservation bubble up again and ride a wave of new popularity in southern Mexico’s culinary capital.
Alcohol
WIRED Tested Miracle Hangover Cures. You’re Welcome
Do “anti-hangover” supplements really work? With the sterling help of a UK rugby team, we raised a glass or five to find out.
Bev by Black & Decker Cocktail Maker Review: Let the Robot Tend Bar
This product adds booze of your choosing to pre-mixed flavor pods, sort of like a Keurig machine for alcoholic drinks.
What Makes a Champagne Vintage Great? Ask a Deep Learning Model
Bollinger is data mining its meticulous records to predict vintage years and weather the challenges of climate change.
The Best Bar Accessories You Need to Make the Perfect Drink
Become the bartender hero at your next party with the tools (and a little knowledge) needed to craft a killer cocktail.
An Internet Troll Gives Nonalcoholic Spirits Startups the Spins
From false press releases to misleading domain names, one man has allegedly gone to great lengths to sabotage his competitors.
The Science Behind Dry January’s Zero-Alcohol Hooch
This week, we discuss the techniques used to create alcohol-free liquor, beer, and wine.
Oura’s Gen3 Launch is Marred by an Unhealthy Business Model
A monthly subscription fee and delayed features contribute to a disappointing launch for this health tracker.
Your Essential Guide to the Best Tequilas
From celebrity brands to artisan drams, silver, blanco, reposado or añejo, there’s a choice here for straight shooters and cocktail connoisseurs alike.
This AI Predicts How Old Children Are. Can It Keep Them Safe?
Yoti’s tech may be enticing for Big Tech companies: It works out if you’re under or over 13, the age most social media platforms require to create an account.