Treat yourself in traditional poetic fashion this Burns Night (or Burns Supper) with a generous pour of your favorite malted spirit. A tradition began in honor of Scotland’s favorite poet, Robert Burns, this celebration is enjoyed best while reciting Burns’s poetry, enjoying a serving of haggis, and of course, a …
You don’t have to travel to the hills of Italy to celebrate the Italian way. Three separate sparkling wines from Italy have arrived just in time to spruce up any upcoming party, and they are all easy on your wallet. And if you are celebrating in true Italian fashion with …
Burns Night (aka, Robert Burns Day)—Scotland’s tribute to national poet Robert Burns (1759-1796)—only comes around once a year, and Dunnet Bay Distillers have ensured that January 25th will be a night to remember. Due to popular demand, the Dunnet Bay is currently releasing 750 bottles of limited edition Lassies Toast …
Scotch whisky-lovers everywhere, rejoice! Burns Night (aka, Robert Burns Day) provides the perfect excuse, for those who need one, for indulging your passion, and January 25th is right around the corner. Whether you plan to celebrate Scotland’s national bard with a modern get-together or a traditional ceilidh of dancing, singing, …
New York sure is a city filled with excitement and oppurtunities. Known for having a large range of foods, it should come as no surprise New York also has a great selection of beers. Here’s our top five suggestions for New York-based beers. All Green Everything All Green Everything is …
When you think of the words “Liquid Cashmere,” what comes to mind? Luxury. High quality. Elegance. Sophistication. Just like the Viader Napa Valley estate itself, Viader’s Liquid Cashmere is everything lavish and more. From 1,300 feet on the Eastern slopes of the Howell mountain, this ruby red wine was created- …
Rain lashes the window in an uneven staccato as your breath makes white fog on the pane. You hold The Dark up to the light, admiring the way the fire flickers in the heart of the russet-colored whisky. Highland Park’s sumptuous blend of dried fruits, cinnamon, toasted almonds, cedar, fruitcake, …
In the 1800s, a famous trade route from Cadiz to Salcombe sourced 80 percent of England’s citrus fruits, as well as sherry and spices, from Jerez. The ships that carried these imported goods were known as Salcombe Fruit Schooners. To celebrate that collaboration, the Salcombe Distilling Co. has teamed up …
The early 2000’s was a glorious time of disposable Kodak cameras, MySpace top 8’s, and Blockbuster video stores. You may have danced to Nickelback, Britney Spears, or Nelly, but an all-time favorite of that decade was Train, and their hit song that led them to superstardom, Drops of Jupiter. Lead …
With the euphoria of the plethora of above average wines undoubtedly consumed by us all over the festive period, now a mere distant memory and the come down of the New Year and the bump back to reality well and truly present, we thought we’d bring you a handy list of …
Photo Credit Christian Banfield Porter’s Gin has a new brand ambassador by the name of Jack Wareing. A self-identified “Gin Slinger,” his LinkedIn profile indicates that he earned a BA in Photography from England’s University for the Creative Arts before doing a 2.5-year stint as a Dandelyan bartender. No doubt …
The villages of Cuzcurrita de Río Tirón and Uruñuela in the winemaking region of La Rioja, Spain may have less than 1,000 inhabitants apiece, but, together, they produce some of the best grand reserve wine in the region. Some of this wine comes from the Bodegas Urbina vineyards, which were …