From with wine regions of western France to the fields of South Africa, brandy is among the world’s finest and most popular spirits. Made by distilling wine in wooden casks, it has been enjoyed by both princes and paupers since the 1600s. For anyone who serves only top-shelf spirits at home, quality counts when it […]
Trends in drinking glasses have changed substantially over the past decade. Who would have guessed that the double-wall vacuum flask, first invented in 1892, would suddenly have a resurgence? But one thing that has never fallen out of fashion is the search for the best whiskey glasses. Whether you need them for your dinner party […]
For those looking to upgrade the basic scotch and soda, we’ve created a new twist that’s ready to keep you chilled all summer long. The Sparkling Sand is a mixed drink made with Scotch whiskey, perfect for outdoor parties, afternoons in the sun, or relaxing nights at home. The ingredients are easy to find and […]
For decades, the Old Fashioned cocktail has held icon status among whiskey aficionados and drink-recipe-Luddites. And what’s not to love? Traditional ingredients, tried and true combinations, and a name that unabashedly refuses to be modern. But all this reverence has actually made the Old Fashioned drink unapproachable. Beginning craft-cocktail enthusiasts don’t want to call the […]
While the beer tasting industry has grown substantially, there are still millions of people who have not yet learned the practices and terminology connected with sampling craft brew. True, brewing is a complicated science, but it’s also a fun, and learning the basics is easy. Hosting a craft beer party is a great way to […]
I’m always looking for a fun new drinking game. Maybe it’s because I’m from Oklahoma, the homeland of origin for the Tornado Drinking Game, where you watch the local weather forecasters and take a shot when they are getting overheated or loosening their ties. With the new Baywatch movie coming out soon, along with 242 […]
Many of the people you see gracing the labels of today’s top brands are fictional. Betty Crocker? Never existed. Aunt Jemima? Made-up character. Trojan man? Total fake. However, there’s one fellow that you’ll find on my shelves at home that 100% existed: Johnnie Walker. Even with some twists and turns in the tale of Johnnie […]
Gin is known for botanical aromas and flavors, which is why so many historical mixed drink recipes call for it. Before the age of artificial flavors and sugary mixers of every shape and size, gin gave bartenders and home entertainers a way to pack a punch of deliciousness with ease. The Aviation Cocktail is a floral […]
We’re all familiar with everyday beer containers such as pint glasses, steins, brown bottles, and aluminum cans, but someone who’s just starting to learn about the craft beer scene might encounter a mysterious and little-known receptacle: the beer growler. What seems at first glance like an ordinary jug is an important tool for transporting draft […]
For friends and family looking to find a great bottle of whiskey to give dad, the task can be pretty daunting. Most people don’t know the difference between George Dinkel and Pappy Van Winkle, and there are thousands of options in between. So we created a guide to help all those folks that want to […]
Whether you are on a one-day getaway or making a stop on a road trip, Berkeley, CA is a great town to visit. While you’re there, we recommend checking out Takara Sake USA’s tasting room and museum. Berkeley California is home to lots of microbreweries, distilleries, and bars. From Fieldwork Brewing Co. to The Rare […]
More than any other holiday, it seems, Christmas songs are just as important as other traditions, such as Santa Claus, presents, and low budget TV movies where it always snows in Florida. After Halloween passes, and we’ve had our fill of Elvira and the Monster Mash, the never ending playlist of Christmas music begins. Even […]
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