The natural world possesses unimaginable untapped potential for brewers and distillers. Unlikely sources produce unique and sought after results. As we see it now, plant and animal products are used in the greater majority of consumer goods (unless certified vegan). From alcohol to plastic bags to laundry detergent to food …
My expectations were high with Daffy’s Gin. It’s produced in Edinburgh by a former wine maker and whisky distiller. The stunning bottle includes an illustration drawn by Robert McGinnis, the man behind the James Bond and Barbarella movie posters. The spirit is named after the goddess of gin. And it’s …
There is no shortage of great gins on the market today, so it’s difficult for any one particular expression to really stand out. Which, of course, is exactly what the Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin does. With 47 botanicals—many of them sourced from the legendary Black Forest of Germany—and a …
Not many know that the tiny Scottish island of Jura – described by George Orwell as an “extremely ungetatable” place – was where the author wrote his world famous novel 1984. To celebrate that fact the island’s distillery has released a vintage edition of its single malt. Casked in 1984, …
If Carlsberg did gin…….it still wouldn’t be as good as Monkey 47! Described by many as the best gin in the world, it’s easy to see why this German spirit is receiving such high praise. It’s truly distinctive from the myriad of other gins on the market. Sometimes different doesn’t …
A refreshing cocktail goes perfectly with warm, breezy summer afternoons on the patio. Tequila, vodka and rum are the familiar cast of spirits that preside over citrus and tropical fruits, mint leaves and lesser liqueurs, awaiting the whir of the blender. This notable rice-based alternative may be more commonly …
As you can imagine in Scotland’s capital city, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to bars selling whisky. But there is a fundamental difference between a bar that sells whisky, and a whisky bar. These are the top 5 whisky bars – where the knowledge and choice of dram matches the service …
Mellow jazz plays in the background, top hats hanging firmly in the corner next to the selection of handcrafted wooden canes. Plush white leather chairs line the room and a grand piano sits eagerly awaiting the evening’s star to begin creating magic with her fingers. The room may be dimly …
Who doesn’t love spring, with it’s fragrant, seductive aromas wafting from flowering trees? Black Button Distilling, located in Rochester, known as “The Flower City” of New York, capitalized on the abundance of locally grown resources. A major part of the town’s identity is its annual Lilac Festival. Black Button set …
Kentucky is synonymous with Bourbon. (Okay, and horses.) And bourbon was recognized by the U.S. Congress as “the true American spirit.” So what’s a distilling industry newcomer to do when the competition has been entrenched almost since the inception of the country? For the New Riff Distillery, the double-shot answer …
The first thing you notice about Salute American is its unquestionable connection to its roots. Crafted from all-american corn and wheat grains sourced directly from the heartland, the bottle gleams in the sunlight, showcasing glimmers of red, white and blue. With its distillery located in New York and even the nostalgic …
Known for their legendary bourbons, distillers at Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville, just added another gem to their treasure chest: Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. It is a nod to the artistry, passion and craftsmanship of the renowned distillery. Named after the two parts of a skeleton key, blade …