Adam Teeter, VinePair

Adam Teeter

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Past articles by Adam:

Ask Adam: Am I a Loser for Ordering My Shot Chilled?

You should always feel free to order your drinks however you wish, but will you be perceived as a loser for ordering your shot chilled? → Read More

Ask Adam: Is There Ever a Reason to Give a Bad Yelp Review?

If you are unhappy with your service, food, or drinks, the best thing to do is reach out to ownership or management to share your concerns. → Read More

Ask Adam: What Should I Do if My Wealthy Friend Always Offers to Pay for Group Meals?

Having that one friend who always insists on covering the tab is nice in theory, but can be very hard to deal with in practice. → Read More

Ask Adam: Is It Rude to Ask for Extra Glasses to Taste Multiple Wines at Dinner?

If you want to taste multiple wines at dinner simultaneously, that's completely fine. Just make sure you explain your plan to your server. → Read More

Ask Adam: What’s the Best Way to Avoid a Line Outside a Bar?

If you're itching to check out a new hotspot, there are a few strategies you can employ to ensure you're able to snag a seat. → Read More

Ask Adam: Can Pét-Nats Age as Long as Champagne and Other Sparkling Wines?

While pét-nat and Champagne both have bubbles, one is meant to be consumed in its youth, while the other can be held for years. → Read More

Ask Adam: Is It Ever Acceptable to Drink White Wine With Steak?

When it comes to pairing a white wine and a steak, you just need a wine that has a bit of weight to match the flavor and texture of the dish. → Read More

Ask Adam: Is It Rude to Take a Picture of the Bartender While They Make a Showy Drink?

Showy drinks exist to be photographed so if you order one, feel free to snap a photo. Just make sure to tag the bar when you post. → Read More

Napa Has a Nightlife Problem

Napa Valley has been heralded for decades as America's fine-wine region, but its lack of nightlife is an issue for younger generations. → Read More

Ask Adam: Why Does My Inexpensive Wine Cost So Much at Restaurants?

You can expect to pay about three times the wholesale price of a bottle of wine when you're out to dinner. Here, Adam explains why. → Read More

Ask Adam: What Should I Bring to a Super Bowl Party to Please a Crowd (but Not Look Cheap)?

When attending a party, you want to make sure you bring something that's easily shared. Find out what to bring to your Super Bowl party here! → Read More

Ask Adam: Can I Send Back the 'Dealer's Choice' Cocktail I Ordered?

While you have every right to send a drink back that you don't like, you risk looking like a jerk if you send back a "dealer's choice." → Read More

Ask Adam: Should I Tip on To-Go Beers?

Whether you're purchasing a 6-pack or a tap-filled growler, VinePair's Adam Teeter is here to let you know when you should tip on to-go beers. → Read More

Ask Adam: Is It Tacky to Serve Canned Cocktails at a Dinner Party?

When it comes to preparing drinks for guests at a dinner party, Adam explains exactly how you should go about serving canned cocktails. → Read More

Ask Adam: What Is Table Wine?

For many in the U.S., table wine is any wine meant to be paired with food but many wine regions have a formal definition for the category. → Read More

Ask Adam: Can (and Should) I Tip Pre-Tax on a Tablet?

The debate of whether or not to tip pre-tax has been raging for decades, and now it's entered the digital world with iPad POS prompts. → Read More

Ask Adam: Is It Offensive to Start With Wine and Switch to a Cocktail?

While some may claim the appropriate order of things is cocktails first and wine after, its important to drink what you want when you want. → Read More

Ask Adam: What Is the Worst Cocktail to Order at a Dive Bar?

Dive bars are special because of their simplicity — any cocktail you attempt to order is the worst cocktail you could be ordering. → Read More

Ask Adam: How Do I Avoid a Sommelier Recommending a Bottle Outside of My Price Point Without Looking Cheap?

You should never worry about looking cheap when informing the sommelier of the price range you're comfortable with for purchasing a bottle. → Read More

Ask Adam: If a Bartender Offers Me A Drink or Shot 'On the House,' Do I Incorporate It Into My Tip?

Getting a drink or two gratis is always nice, and it's even nicer to repay the gesture by increasing the tip a bit as a thank you. → Read More