Think holiday season cocktails. Where does your mind float? It’s likely you’re thinking less rum and tequila, and more whiskey and Irish coffees. Everyone knows Irish people “love’ the holidays and, yes, it’s true, they love whiskey too. In fact, I’ve been told they’ll revoke an Irish passport if its …
Remember that ridiculous horror/comedy movie called Krampus that came out in 2015 and told the story of a horned beast who punishes naughty children at Christmas? Well Krampus Indulges from Distillery No. 209 has nothing to do with that. But, whether you’re naughty or nice this Christmas, make sure to …
Many craft distilleries begin with a dream or an idea, a spark that sets fire to passions resting dormant within; when making whiskey, the palate and knowledge take some time to develop, and the first batch isn’t always as stunning as the fantasy desires. When Lincoln Henderson, Master Distiller and …
Everybody loves a sangria, right? Especially while sunning it up on holiday! Lucky for us, Salute American Vodka have caught on to this and brought to us their Salute Holiday Sangria which, with the addition of Christmassy cranberries and pomegranates, have turned this summer time favourite into a holiday season must try! …
If you’re looking to get away from the shopping and the snow, then celebrate Christmas this year with a dash of island flare with the Dram & Blast cocktail. You may be curled up next to the fire with chestnuts roasting but one sip of this fruity dream will transport …
Diageo, the world’s leading premium drinks business, invites you to celebrate life, everyday, everywhere this holiday season with its annual Special Releases collection. This year, the rare and highly anticipated collection will include ten limited edition Blended Malt Scotch Whiskies, expertly crafted across the company’s 28 active distilleries. The series …
Heard of Miracle on 34th Street? Well now there’s Holiday on 3rd Street to add to your list of Christmas traditions. And this one has gin! Sweet and herbal, this cocktail brought to you by Distillery No. 209 is the perfect addition to any holiday party. Swap out the eggnog …
Founded in 1989, Greyfriars vineyard expanded in 2011 by planting 50 more acres of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier grapes. Since then, they have been using the “traditional method” to make their sparkling wines. This method incorporates secondary fermentation followed by bottle ageing. Their bottles are aged for at …
Mezcales de Leyenda is a spirit brand that specializes in mezcal, alcoholic beverages distilled from Mexican agaves. The company’s flagship collection features five types of agaves, specifically selected to characterize the mezcal regions of Durango, Guerrero, Oaxaca, Puebla, and San Luis Potosí. In addition, Mezcales de Leyenda now offers four …
Rioja is a region in Spain that produces high tannin wine with the same name. Marqués de Murrieta is one of the oldest and most respected bodegas in Rioja Alta. With wines that are concentrated and long-lived, the winery has not stood back and stagnated. Instead, the old single vineyard …
They say patience is a virtue, and Codigo 1530’s Rosa Tequila absolutely supports that statement. This elegant and sophisticated tequila is an evolution of Codigo 1530’s Blanco, as it rested for one month in uncharted Napa Cabernet French White Oak Barrels. This resting period allowed for the Cabernet to interact …
When we think of wine, we mainly think of grapes. It only makes sense as it is the most common ingredient, but what people don’t know is that Britain has a long and ancient tradition of fermenting a wide range of fruits, flowers, herbs and leaves, which were better suited …