UPDATED 3-13-2019 What is Brandy vs What is Cognac? First of all you may be wondering what is the difference in brandy vs cognac? All Cognac is a brandy, but only certain Brandy is Cognac. Confused yet? Let us explain further… Cognac is a specific type of brandy produced in the Cognac region. Much like […]
UPDATED 3-14-2019 With all of the time and effort required to prepare for your wedding, finding the best groomsmen gifts should be straightforward and stress-free. Now that 2018 is over and 2019 is here, you may be wondering what are the best gifts to get my groomsmen? How to choose good groomsmen gifts? What are […]
UPDATED 012-6-2018 Under the careful watch of such states as Kentucky and Tennessee, bourbon has rightfully earned a spot among the world’s most respected whiskeys. While top-notch tasting glasses are available for the single malt spirits of Scotland, it’s important to give bourbon glassware a spot on our shelves, as well. Bourbon glasses are more […]
Updated 1-21-2019 Scotch, also known as “the Golden Nectar of Scotland,” also known as “the water of life,” is a liquor steeped in rich traditions and national pride. Distilled in a wide variety of single malts, single grains, and blended varieties, signatures of this whisky are oaky flavors and golden hues. The Scottish government still […]
With more than 16 million people in the United States now identifying as vegetarian or vegan, the demand for strictly plant-based products has never been greater. The FDA regulates processed food labels, insisting that animal-derived ingredients be clearly noted, but the same isn’t true for alcoholic beverages. While you won’t find any antlers in your […]
On Christmas morning, everyone deserves to have moments of surprise and joy, grown-ups included. While you might have remembered to wrap up something under the tree for everyone on your list, you can’t forget the stocking stuffers. Yes, even Dad, Grandpa, and Uncle Bruce will appreciate a little something hung by the chimney with care. […]
The best party snack you will ever have at any party is beer cheese dip. Born in America and now loved across the globe, this holiday and gameday favorite has become a staple of buffet tables everywhere. Traditionally made with things like sharp cheddar, garlic, spices, and of course, beer, it’s a melting pot of […]
For years, the debate about whether martinis should be made with vodka vs. gin has been as lively as a 1920s jazz club. Although we are firmly planted in the middle, fans of both London dry gin and premium Russian vodka, we decided to a round-up of our favorite vodka gifts for all cocktail lovers. […]
Every year during the holiday season, my favorite person to shop for is my mother. I know what she likes and what she doesn’t like. So I start early and spend time weighing out different options, starting on Black Friday, sometimes waiting until the last minute to make a decision. Here’s a list of our […]
Of the five sensations of taste, sweetness may be the most sought after. From the fields of the Caribbean that produce fine cane sugar to dessert tables in our own homes, our desire to taste sweet foods and drinks is a constant pursuit. Ice wine is a super sweet wine, known by previous generations as […]
When your family gathers around the tree to open presents on December 25th, you want to see a smile on every face as they untie the bow and pull back the wrapping paper. Kids are easy to buy for because they tell you exactly what they want. But gifts for fathers for Christmas are a […]
In London during the Industrial Revolution, a new kind of beer began to slip its way into the mainstream: porter. As varieties of porter beer grew and expanded, the very first stouts came into production. Over the next few centuries, porters and stouts fell out of fashion in the pubs of Great Britain but gained […]
