Beverages Tips & Advice

Few things are tastier than a freshly made shake, especially when you use fresh mango and banana. Use this recipe as a healthy way to try and combat high blood pressure.

High blood pressure has many causes behind it. A diet high in strawberries can be one way to tackle the problem. Strawberries contain anthocyanin and Vitamin C, both of which can help with high blood pressure.

Building a home bar that will wow guests begins with some essentials. The spirits you add are left up to you, but get started with these nine items for great presentation and delicious drinks.

Gather a group of guests — these sparkling summery drinks are meant for pleasing crowds.

Fruit pureed with a little fizzy ginger ale makes a wonderfully refreshing drink that also offers a healthy serving of fruit. Choose perfectly ripe, fragrant fruit for the smoothest fizz.

Milkshakes used to be dense in calories and low in nutrition. Today, fruity smoothies have reinvented how we use the blender. "Shakes" are now fresher and lighter, made with fruit and yogurt or fruit juice and milk, and bursting with nutrients. Here'

A cross between a breakfast sorbet and a thick drink, this refreshing, virtually fat-free start to the day takes just seconds to whip up. Here's how:

The fibre in bananas, both soluble and insoluble, helps to protect the body against bowel cancer, stabilize blood glucose levels, and lower harmful blood cholesterol. Bananas also contain vitamin B6, important for making red blood cells and breaking

Most of us would prefer to eat our calories than drink them — even a high-calorie drink will never be as satisfying as something you bite into. Here's the skinny on how to keep your beverages from pushing an otherwise healthy meal into the caloric "r

Extracting juice from fruits and vegetables lets you enjoy pure, fresh flavours unmatched by store-bought beverages. The extraction method will depend on the type of produce, here are some guidelines for best results.

Beer is one of the most popular drinks in the world, as much for the ease with which it can be made as for its good taste. Here are some simple techniques to make the process easier.

A fantastic stout is rich, flavourful, and pairs well with all of your favourite meals. The only thing more satisfying is when you brew it yourself. Here's a simple recipe that captures a stout's iconic malty flavour.

Nothing beats the warmth of spiced apple cider on a crisp fall day. These guidelines will show you how to make your own from home so you can enjoy it whenever you want.

Making herbal and fruit liqueurs is an adventure, and your homemade versions will be just as delicious as commercial brands. Here's your guest-pleasing guide.

These ice cream-based recipes put a new twist on some old classics.

Homemade fruit and vegetable juices are loaded with valuable nutrients that even the sickest of eaters can enjoy. Here's how to make your own refreshing beverage.