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What’s old is new again, and the more obscure, the better. Today’s craft mixology culture celebrates the rediscovery of century-old potions, concoctions and bitters in an attempt to offer that mysterious edge of je ne sais quoi. No one does it better than the French when it comes to style …

“Papa” as Ernest Hemingway was known, is quite possibly every man’s hero- a great adventurer fueled singularly by an obsession to live life fully. Papa’s Pilar Dark and Blond Rum pay homage to Hemingway’s exploits on land and sea, and were crafted to evoke that same raw romanticism with adventure. Named for …

It provokes wild obsession in some and perplexes others, but the Anchorage Brewing Company Anadromous Black Sour Ale will leave an impression regardless. This Black Sour Ale is triple fermented and aged in Pinot Noir wine barrels where it mingles with Brett, Lacto and Pedio- brewers’ lingo for a concoction …

After years working in the drinks industry, the team behind Sipsmith Independent Spirits ventured out on their own to revive the craft of beautifully handmade spirits. In doing so, they raised the bar for all who follow. The intriguing and captivating line up of spirits are all made by hand …

When is the last time you noticed the water glasses at a table? Beautiful form meets function with the chic and innovative Revolution glassware. Designed for use from either end depending on that moment’s need, the versatile glasses are as simplistic as they are compelling. Minimalist design gives the illusion …

New Belgium Brewing announced the introduction of its 10th full-time, year-round beer. Part throwback and part trendsetter, the New Belgium Snapshot Wheat is an unfiltered wheat beer with a citrusy nose, coriander and grains of paradise, giving way to a sweet malt profile and a flash of tart across the …

Every once in a while a wine’s cool factor is actually backed up by substance inside. This time it is Rob Murray Vineyards Force of Nature and Tooth & Nail collection of wines that made us take notice and get reenergized about wine. The projects are a vision of Rob …

If you still think of rye as old fashioned, it’s possible you’ve been out of the cocktail loop as of late. Riding on the small batch bourbon train, rye whiskey has become a bit of a cult favorite, boasting a little more kick than its smooth, vanilla sibling. Lock Stock …

There were a number of candidates for Cameron Hughes’ biggest release of the year. Ultimately, the deserving winner – a producer of the highest Napa Valley pedigree, was Lot 555 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($29).  Fruit from this exclusive release hails from a very famous Rutherford producer and one of Napa’s blue chip …

Crafted on a farm in upstate New York by Tuthilltown Spirit’s bottling crew, the Tuthilltown Bitter Frost Basement Bitters is a throwback to the age of prohibition and a nod to sourcing locally. Each cork-topped bottle is filtered and bottled in the basement of the well-loved Tuthilltown distillery (think Hudson …

We believe New Year’s Eve is hands down, the most festive night of the year. Any holiday that is synonymous with sparkles & Champagne is our kind of night. Which is why we went straight for the Champagne Taittinger Nocturne Sec Rosé Disco Edition to pop at midnight. Even Taittinger, a prestigious …

Mezcal is often referred to as the South of the Border cousin to Islay Scotch. While not every bottle merits this comparison, the new line from Mezcal Marca Negra stands out with distinct smokiness and a strong, proud identity of where it was grown. Every bottle of Marca Negra contains information on the …

It’s our belief that Champagne always makes a perfect gift. Festive, elegant and always appreciated, it’s a gift that oozes class. Moët & Chandon has raised the bar with its Brut Imperial Golden Diamond Suit bottle ($45) — “the best dressed guest at every holiday party this year,” as the label bills …