The second beer to be released in Goose Island Beer Co.’s limited edition Imperial Series, The Ogden is a unique, dry hopped, Belgian-style tripel beer available this month only. What makes this 9% ABV Belgian Style Tripel especially distinct is its hop contents- a bright, aromatic blend of Citra, Brewers …
The Kentucky Derby is finally here, and like a shot of Jameson on St. Patty’s Day or a Pimms Cup at Wimbledon, the Mint Julep is a tradition we’re always willing to go along with, at least for a day. Unfortunately, short cuts over the years have marred the mint julep …
Like the formidable Rocky Mountains and the bracingly crisp spring water they’re based on, the Spring44 Spirits cast an air of purity even at first glance. Minimalist but elegant, the bottles are graced with simple graphics alluding to their origins- nature. We’ve heard this story before, and couldn’t help recalling the merits …
It’s been a trendy ride on the I don’t drink Chardonnay wagon for a while, but we’re happily starting to see a little light at the end of the tunnel. A quiet but fierce leader in this noble crusade is the Moorooduc Estate Chardonnay; a relatively unknown name from the eponymous sub-region …
Having recently doubled its wood beer capacity with the addition of 32 new large oak barrels known as foeders, New Belgium Brewing Co. is going seriously sour with its latest additions to the Lips of Faith series. La Folie and Transatlantique Kriek make a very welcome return and create quite the buzz about the …
An old timer with plenty to give, the Bushmills 21 Year Old Single Malt is another distinguished and celebrated addition to our growing list of rare and limited Irish Whiskey casks to seek out now, before they’re gone forever. The Bushmills Distillery, located in the quiet village of Bushmills on the north coast …
Today’s honorary Irish Whiskey tells a brave tale of perseverance and a desire to preserve a rich bit of Irish history; and as fate would unravel, it also serendipitously brought us a historic Single Malt Irish Whiskey. The Knappogue Castle 16 Year Twin Wood Irish Whiskey dates back to the …
As part of our week-long celebration in appreciation of Irish Whiskey, it seems only fitting to draw attention to the rare and storied old casks that, like a limerick, provide a mysterious relic to Ireland’s past. Paving the way is The Teeling Whiskey Company, one of Ireland’s few remaining independent …
“I’m here! Can you not see me? I’m wearing green.” Jameson, the world’s most celebrated Irish whiskey, proudly flaunts its Irish heritage every day, but always reserves a little something extra for St. Patrick’s Day. In addition to sponsoring a full day of carousing in Dublin, Jameson has joined millions of revelers …
Japanese culture has long been associated with harmony in nature. From the misunderstood intricacies of flower arrangements to the most delicate and contemplative snip of a bonsai tree, Suntory ambitiously introduces this concept to the Western culture’s most beloved spirit: vodka. Just released to the U.S. market, Ao Vodka is a premium …
Regarded as an exemplar in the UK’s burgeoning sparkling wine movement, Wiston Estate has wooed many non-believers in the English Method. A tiny 16-acre vineyard is close-planted to the three classic Champagne grape varieties of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. The vines thrive on prime chalky soils reminiscent of the Côte …
Vermouth is back in vogue and it’s looking infinitely more stylish. The charmingly chic La Quintinye Vermouth Royal, caught our eye immediately. A collection of three vermouths, Extra Dry, Blanc, and Rouge, La Quintinye recently launched at London’s lavish Café Royal. Named after King Louis XIV’s botanist at the Palace of Versailles, …