At some point or another, we’ve all stood in front of a bottle of mezcal and felt confused about why it isn’t called tequila. They are very similar, with some key differences. Mezcal must be made from 80% to 100% agave, and be produced in Mexico, while tequila can only …
L.A.’s favorite distillery is back at it again, changing the barrel aging game with the addition of their Slow Hand whiskey. Over at Greenbar Distillery, the distillers have elevated the flavors in traditional barrel aged whiskey to new heights by thinking of the wood itself as a central ingredient to …
With a heritage as rich and complex as the flavors in its newest cognac, Blue Swift, Martell is no novice in the world of crafting quality spirits. After 300 years of history, passion and dedication to expertise, Martell has established a brand enjoyed by royalty, in Hollywood, and across the …
The Gin Act of 1751 was the start of the gin revolution for taste palates of sophisticated drinkers. Prior to 1751, gin was available to every man – poor and wealthy. The London government attached the libation as a disruption; a catalyst for crime and disorder. Following multiple regulations against …
Your favorite celebrity liquor company is reminding us candy is not just for kids. Casamigos Tequila founded by George Clooney and Cindy Crawford’s spouse Rande Gerber is teaming up with the high end specialty candy company Sugarfina to create a complete line of liquor luxury candies. Sugarfina is home to …
Losing something is something we have all been through. Sometimes you lose it for the day, sometimes for a month and sometimes things are gone forever. The pure, natural drink Bentianna went through a similar journey. Its roots date back to the 15th century from Benedictine monks who were masters …
If you aren’t already familiar with Greenbar Distillery, I consider it my duty to bring you up to speed on all you’ve missed in time for their newest release. So to all you newcomers, here are a few highlights of this incredible distillery. Founded in 2004 by a husband and …
I’ll be the first to admit that a good gin and tonic is on my list of go-to cocktails, especially during summer when the citrus and herbal flavors help fight the sweltering heat. As refreshing as the classic G&T is, it doesn’t even come close to opening up gin’s full …
Few liquors have the versatility of gin. With a naturally bitter flavor thanks to the strong presence of juniper, when gin is combined into a cocktail with bitters or tonic water it will have a crisp, refreshing bite. But if you like things on the opposite end of the spectrum, …
From its early origins in the Renaissance as herbal medicine to one of today’s leading spirits, gin has withstood the test of time by finding ways to stay interesting for more than 500 years. Greenbar Distillery set out to let gin lovers taste the evolution of this spirit, from its …
Visit the world-renowned Ampersand Hotel and enjoy a cocktail that’s truly magical. The hotel is offering this royal specialty as part of a series of prizes for visiting guests that can be won by discovering secret cards under their pillows. Simply call down to the front desk with …
Single-malt Craigellachie is a study in blending. From its namesake home to its founding fathers, this standalone Scotch whisky is ironically defined by partnerships, acculturation, and recipes—synergies of elements and ideas. Far up in the Scottish Highlands, the clans of Craigellachie (“craggy rock”) were truly a civilization apart as late …