Spirit of Yorkshire Distillery’s Filey Bay Peated Finish #2 is nothing short of a dream. The light and fruity aroma offers exquisite taste with an excellent balance of subtle yet distinct flavor. Finished in a peated cask, this whisky produces a soft and sweet aura with a hint of smoky …

Mulholland Distillery of Los Angeles was established because of a strong friendship bond between Hollywood cameraman Matthew Alper and long-time character actor Walton Goggins. These friends came together to create a collection which includes a double gold award winning gin, an award winning American whiskey, and a silver medal vodka. …

Raj Bhakta and His Latest Chapter in Spirits Raj Bhakta holding court in a former classroom on the college campus he bought to house BHAKTA Spirits These ones are some of the oldest in the world and bear the name  BHAKTA Spirits – and they live on a Vermont college …

Patrón Tequila and Lalique have come together to create a remarkably unique bottle of tequila. Marc Larminaux of Lalique has designed the bottle to resemble the shape of an agave plant, which is used to make Patrón tequila. This bottle features a blend of Patrón extra añejo tequilas, aged in …

NYAK and artist Young M.A have collaborated on a newly- released, limited- edition V.S.O.P Cognac showcasing a beautifully vibrant red label and the warm, rich color of the Cognac. Platinum selling artist,Young M.A, has designed the label to symbolize her motto “Red Lyfe.” Top selling brand NYAK, has created an …

Anyone who has ever questioned the reason for Pinot Noir’s popularity probably hasn’t tasted the Emeritus Hallberg Ranch Pinot Noir. This limited production Pinot from a perfectly situated ridge in the heart of the Russian River Valley (aptly called the Gold Ridge), is pure charm. The sleek, sophisticated bottle sets the stage …

Fattoria Paradiso sits in Emilia-Romagna,  a region of Italy that is just east of Tuscany, so it is not surprising that many of their great wines are made with the same grape as Chianti, Montepulciano and Brunello: sangiovese. In this case, the wine is made with sangiovese grosso, the traditional …

Few champagne houses can boast such constant progression in their product and brand identity as the esteemed Piper-Heidsieck. The spark of a love story, Florens-­Louis Heidsieck created his first vintage in 1785 for Agathe Perthois in order to win her favor. Indeed, he succeeded, while also obtaining the admiration of Marie …

I was surprised to find the St. Laurent grape grown in the Napa Valley, since I usually encounter it only in Austria. In fact this wine is made from the grapes of one single vineyard in Napa.  The wine has heady, sharp, boysenberry aromas and a bright flavor, light and …

PRODUCED BY: Black Stallion Estate Winery This wine is best served as an aperitif, with a very slight chill (under 70 F) and decanted or aerated. A pretty reserved wine, I found no real exuberant fruit – or even heat, despite it being 15 % alcohol. The first whiff shows …

Ever since the Judgement of Paris in 1976, California has built itself an exceptional reputation for high-quality wine. But there are some wineries that have carried that name even further, with limited production and outstanding quality that has people from all around the world fighting to get just a single …

Heaven’s Door Distillery is delighted to introduce their highly anticipated release, the Heaven’s Door Decade Series II Straight Rye. This extraordinary expression is scheduled to hit the shelves in June of 2023, captivating whiskey enthusiasts with its unparalleled craftsmanship and distinctive flavor profile. With a price tag of $99, it offers …

The White Lotus: Drinking in Italy…and Not Just the Wines (Although Etna Plays a Major Role) Now may be the worst time to go to Sicily. Although we will all be tempted to get there by the summer thanks to the dramatic and stunning land and seascapes brought to the …