As 2022 becomes a memory, it’s nice to be reminded that a lot can be uncovered by peeking back into the past. Our most popular stories from the past year prove just that. Case in point: A 1950s-era aperitivo cocktail vied to be the next best Negroni, while a ’70s party drink hawked by Chartreuse’s drunken alligator mascot became just the cocktail we needed last summer. Judging by this list, the future also looks promising, as regenerative agriculture practices continue to push winemaking forward and the ongoing evolution of the craft beer world looks more inclusive, and expansive, every day. As we round out the end of the year, here’s a look back at the stories that you loved most.