INTEL: Curious Elixirs, booze-free, ready-to-drink adaptogenic cocktails crafted by bartenders and made in the Hudson Valley, was one of the first on the market. We asked founder John “J.W.” Wiseman what’s changed in a decade.

INTEL: What happens when 9 Saratoga bartenders help to create a unique Pinhook Kentucky bourbon whiskey? You get a true Spa City blend. And it’s coming to Saratoga soon.

Inspired by a wine bar in Troy, Schenectady finally has a natural wine bar of its own. We dish the early intel with owner Tina Riggi.

Jes Rich’s July 4th week wine pick: A crisp, refreshing txakoli wine paired with savory popcorn.

Restaurateur Brendan Dillon + Executive Chef Michele Hunter of Familiar Creature in Saratoga Spring really get along.