Fifth generation Napan and winemaker, Paul Bernard Hein felt compelled to dig up his roots and create P.B. Hein Vineyards. Using limited mechanical intervention, Hein’s approach is small scale with big character and bold flavors. The hands on approach allows for superb quality albeit small quantities. Don’t let the magic …
Founded in 1824 by Alexander Reid in Scotland, The Macallan is one of the worlds most appreciated and awarded single malt whiskies. Reid’s obsession with quality was the common thread that runs through the history of The Macallan. The distillery is surrounded by 150-hectare estate, with Easter Elchies House, the …
Most spirits are bottled at 80-90 proof. This is true for most Jack Daniel’s whiskey as well as almost every other brand in the USA. This offers a sweet spot for being great for both sipping and mixing into cocktails, while allowing the distillery to dilute their product with water …
In 1864, George Willsher, a nonconformist of sorts, took a risk. He conjured up Black Bull in a blending room at his grocery and spirits store in Dundee. The formula was high strength and high content malt blend that was bold and different. Today Black Bull is proud to still be …
Ever had a last minute guests you had to host during the holidays but time slipped away and you were left panicking about what to do? Well now you don’t have to stress, just look around and see what you have in your very own kitchen. If you have at …
Ballantine’s, the No.1 Scotch whisky in Europe and the No.2 Scotch whisky in the world, dates all the way back to 1827. The range of Ballantine’s is one of the most extensive in the world, from the Finest to the exclusive 40 year old. Master blender Sandy Hyslop has continued …
Barrel proof whiskey is an amazing way to experience any whiskey, especially for one as sophisticated as Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel. Having Jack Daniel’s at barrel proof is a rare occurrence that few have gotten the chance to enjoy until now. And these aren’t just any barrels of whiskey. The …
Gary Kelleher, founder and creator of Dripping Springs Vodka and Dripping Springs Artisan Gin, spent five long years to perfect the recipe of his brand new liqueur, Martine Honeysuckle Liqueur. Kelleher has been in the Texas Spirits Industry since 2005 and has served as the CEO of Texacello LLC, and …
CEO and founder of American Barrels, Michael Reed was raised in Fort Myers, Florida. During his time playing ice hockey from Canada to Indiana, the idea for American Barrels was born. One night while sitting at a bar at Indiana University, he put pen to paper and drew the first image of …
Gathering friends and family over the holidays for a game night by the fire is the perfect way to catch up and have a lovely time. With a cozy and inviting atmosphere and one key ingredient to guide your menu, you can provide very pretty dishes and seasonally inspired bites. …
The tale of the Demerara Distiller began in 1670 when multiple sugar estates had their own run stills. This paved the way for the early making of Demerara. Two hundred small distilleries located in Guyana were just the beinnings. Each of the distilleries were attached to well-known sugar plantations each with their own …
In 2015, a team of beer lovers were suffering from “fear of missing out” due to the San Francisco traffic. Sitting bumper to bumper caused them to miss out on the slew of amazing local breweries popping up all over the area. Wouldn’t it be nice to experience the awesome taste of those …