Recycled bourbon barrels are adding value, and savor, to the maple syrup industry

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Published
March 12, 2023

Recycled bourbon barrels are adding value, and savor, to the maple syrup industry

The barrels get re-used. The maple syrup gets gorgeously flavored. Win-win.
Published
March 8, 2023

New Hampshire reverses, OK’s alcohol sales on Downeaster, for now

State officials are working on a way around a law that forbids serving alcohol that hasn't been purchased in the state, and the Downeaster travels through 35 miles of the state.
Published
February 8, 2023

To-go alcoholic drinks may be here to stay

Despite objections from public health advocates, a legislative committee voted Wednesday in favor of permanently legalizing the pandemic-era practice of to-go cocktails, wine, and beer.
Published
January 29, 2023

Cavalier attitudes about vaping, marijuana raise fears about teen health

Smoking and drinking have declined among Maine youths in recent years, but the percentage of high schoolers who said they vaped in the past 30 days rose from 16.8% in 2015 to 30.2% in 2019.
Published
January 4, 2023

As more Mainers ditch booze, some Midcoast watering holes expand mocktail offerings

Bars in Bath and Brunswick embrace a sobriety trend by adding more alcohol-free options to their menus.
Published
December 24, 2022

‘Twas a greener night before Christmas

Out with the sugar plums, in with the recycled wrapping paper. (But we do like that renewable-energy-powered reindeer vehicle.)
Published
November 6, 2022

Green Plate Special: Your used wine corks can be transformed into useful new products

Locally, two places will accept them, from individuals and businesses, so they can be reused.
Published
August 21, 2022

How to pack a cooler for every summer scenario

Whether you're headed to the beach, going on a longer camping trip or just having drinks by the bonfire, bring some special food and beverages and pack them properly to make the most of your late-summer getaways.
Published
June 19, 2022

Dine Out Maine: Four-star Magnus on Water broadens its vision – and diners win

But food and drinks this good come with a price.
Published
May 8, 2022

Make it a double: Siblings share close ties and a passion for bartending

Sylvi and Rob Roy have worked at bars all over the city and are known as consummate cocktail makers.