The Fifth Cup is a liqueur crafted from figs, apricots, dates, almonds and pistachios. Since Righteous Road Craft Spirits uses kosher sugar cane distillate for their two Fifth Cup liqueurs, owner David Hermelin released his liqueur with Kosher certification in 2021. Kosher spirits are often made from kosher, wheat-based distillate, …

Made by the oldest wine co-operative in France, this golden-rose colored wine proves the ageability of pinot blanc. The wine’s aroma of honey-ripe and dried apples brings the change of seasons into sharp focus: a gentle transition from late summer to early autumn. This wine has a lovely textured mouthfeel, …

Dohba Mezcal was created by Maestro Mezcalero, Don Manuel Gonzalez in the Oaxacan Mixteca region of Mexico. The process starts with ripe pineapples of maguey espadin agaves, which are harvested after 9 to 12 years. They are cooked in ovens and ground using a process called “heartbreaking,” which ensures only …

Aperture Cellars is the opening that lets light into a camera. Through this lens, Jesse Katz and his photographer father Andy Katz search California to find “specific soils in which to create memorable [wine] journeys.” They make wines that focus on wine, life and soil.   Chenin Blanc wines are well-known …

The Macallan Double Cask Whisky Series, 12, 15, 18, and 30 years, uses the traditional style of Macallan blended with American or European oak. This makes for a sweeter spirit with flavors of warm honey, citrus, and ginger. Each whisky in the Macallan Double Cask series is available for purchase …

Gordan and MacPhail have released a one-of-a-kind 1949, 72 year-old single malt scotch whisky from Milton Distillery. Milton distillery is no longer under that name, instead it is now called Strathisla, making this single malt the last to ever be released with the Milton Distillery label. Matured in casks from …

With wines made by the respected John Grochau, Red Electric Wines are fairly new to the  Willamette Valley but are named after an iconic mode of commuter transportation from the Valley to Portland. From 1913 to 1929, the Red Electric train stopped in Newberg, Forest Grove, McMinnville, Sherwood, Carlton, Salem …

This is a serious gin. For three reasons. First because the aroma immediately envelopes you in another time and place: a fantasy of being out on a Scottish hillside. Second, because the spirit is so lively, enticing and balanced, you might want to drink it straight. And third, watch out, …

Produced in Romagna’s Predappio sub-region, this wine is a classic from Drei Donà .The family-owned winery is a member of FIVI , the Italian Federation of Independent Winegrowers, and they farm with organic principles. To increase their commitment to sustainable agriculture, the family is now introducing draft horses for work …

Have you ever had a great pair of boots that were so special you never wore them? With Jordan wines, I often hesitate to uncork them because I don’t want the experience to be over. But today this bottle caught my eye and demanded, “open me tonight.” So I did.  …

Light straw in color with a bright nose with subdued white stone fruits. Solid fruit on the palate and well balanced, a crisp wine with perfect acidity. Slightly more restrained in comparison to other sauvignon blancs and a good alternative to the big green and grassy wines out there. Very …

Densely purple in color with blackberry fruit on the nose. A delightful blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah creates a well balanced and a thoroughly enjoyable wine, easy drinking and holds up well for a long time. Hints of dusted chocolate on the finish, rich and elegant and …

Casa Del Sol is a celebrity tequila that has been done correctly and thoughtfully.  11:11 Angel’s Reserve is their pinnacle creation, crafted by the triumvirate of actor Eva Longoria, and tequila nobility Alejandra Pelayo and Mariana Padilla, whose families lineages have created some of the most well known and impressive …