All drinks have their heyday. Trends are easily recognized in the beverage industry but what happens when legal restrictions contribute to a mythos of shadowy allure? Absinthe is both the precursor and recipient of these perceptions. Though it has been proven absinthe has no more hallucinogenic properties than any other …
Who needs lackluster liquor when you can make delicious liquid yourself? Starting out as an herbal medicine in the Middle Ages, gin has developed over time into a drink at classy events everywhere. Now you won’t need to find a classy event because with the Artisan Gin maker’s Kit you …
In the heart of the Aegean Sea, in a region known for the aromatic qualities of its grapes, is the Metaxa distillery. Their vineyards are nestled on terraces in view of the sea, and the grapes are all harvested by hand. They’ve been around since 1888, so it’s no wonder …
If you’re trying to find a beer that everyone in your friend group will enjoy—well, you’re probably not going to succeed. But a Belgian Style Pale Ale is a pretty good option if you’re trying to please a lot of people. Characterized by gold to copper coloring and low …
Beefeater is one of the most recognizable gins on the market. They’ve been distilling in London since the nineteenth century, and their recipe remains largely unchanged in all that time. Beefeater’s established excellence has made them a favorite among bartenders and consumers alike, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t afraid …
As an adjective, stout is an English word meaning brave and spirited. It conjures up images of noisy cobble stone pubs in historical villages with with larger than life barmaids serving strong men, a dark robust drink. Fortunately, today, Stout is a drink where today’s generation have transformed its image …
Guinness needs no introduction. Their deep, rich stout is synonymous with the country of Ireland and with excellent flavor. But the creamy, distinctive beer isn’t the only offering from Guinness. If you love to rep Ireland but stouts aren’t your thing, or if you’d like something a little lighter during …
In 1900, George de Latour bought a four-acre ranch and founded a vineyard—it was named Beaulieu, “beautiful place,” after his awestruck wife’s whisper when the couple first laid eyes on the property. Since gaining fame with Napa Valley’s first cult cabernet, the Rutherford, California winery has been renowned for its …
In 1966, Mark Edwin Andrews purchased Knappogue Castle, a 15th century castle in Ireland. While he and his wife set about restoring the castle, he also began acquiring a collection of pure pot still Irish whiskey. Apparently a man of many talents, he set about aging and bottling the product …
San Francisco’s Anchor Distilling Company was the first craft distillery in the United States. It was created when Fritz Maytag looked around and realized there wasn’t a single 100% American rye whiskey on the market. Old Potrero was released in 1994, the first whiskey of its kind since Prohibition. Anchor …
This spring, Hochstadter’s Slow & Low takes its act on the road. The original bottled Old Fashioned is the driving force behind a juggernaut Chevy G20, embarking this spring on a cross-country journey that everyone can climb aboard for. The tricked-out 1978 “whiskey delivery van” is a mobile penthouse resurrecting …
Can you guess what classic cocktail has this whole week dedicated to it? If you guessed negroni, you are correct! East London Liquor Company has a strong affection for the negroni and as a result have partnered with top London bars, restaurants, and hotels to get the party started. These …