Crystal Sagan

Our scout previews the coolest new skis that you'll be carving turns with next year.

Spoil your love in the backcountry with this fruit-forward winter cocktail.

Say goodbye to Jose and say hello to these tasty tequilas you won't want to miss.

Rethink gin. With heavy pine needles and balanced, exotic flavors, this spirit may be the perfect backcountry compliment you've written off.

Ring in the New Year with this twist on the classic champagne cocktail featuring pomegranate and brown sugar.

Can't decide on just one cocktail for your adventure? Put together a mobile backcountry bar kit.

A double dose of chocolate and cayenne pepper will keep your taste buds hopping this winter.

If you prefer a flask to a cocktail in the backcountry, give these fine Scotches a chance to warm you from the inside out this winter.

After testing 23 canned craft beers from across the country, we narrowed it down to our top choices--simply the best craft canned beers for backpacking.

Box wine is back in a big--and quaffable-- way. Here are our favorites for the trail.

Learn to make the classic cold weather cocktail and get a primer on a new version that's sure to impress your tent-mates

Warm up with this recipe for apple cider with a kick.

A fun and functional four-piece kitchen set that includes everything you need to dine in ultralight style.

Warm up with these tasty backcountry winter cocktails!

Part rum, part minty-goodness. This one will help you hold on to the last warm days of the year in style.

Our resident imbibing expert takes on the Spanish staple...and adds a twist.

In this inaugural expert section, the Backcountry Bartender drops some knowledge on crafting the perfect trail cocktail. First up, a timeless classic: the Manhattan.