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Though Lindsay and Karl Bond may be in charge of Forest Gin’s distilling, bottling, sales, and shipping, their daughter Harriet is the boss. In charge of all foraging ventures, Hattie knows where to seek out the best and ripest bilberries and raspberries that go in the blend of botanicals and …

Wine: Jaillance Cuvee de l’Abbaye Brut NV Variety: 70% Semillon / 30% Cabernet Score: 88 pts Fresh and lively grapefruit and mandarin orange lead to a finish with mineral and a hint of honey to the citrus, nectarine, and nuttier notes. Pleasant and very tasty.

Have you ever taken a sip of tequila and found your insides on fire? That unpleasant feeling of “what the hell did I just do to myself?!” Well, the spirits makers over at Greenbar Distillery clearly know what they’re doing, because they’ve provided us with a tequila that completely eradicates …

Spirit: TRU Lemon Vodka Distillery: Greenbar Distillery ABV: 35 (70% Proof) Type: 100% organic wheat, eureka lemon zest Score: 94 Points A lively citric burst of lemon rind, lime juice and grapefruit peel sit at the center of this flavorsome vodka. It is not only clean and upbeat but showcases a distinct and fresh personality. As far as …

Wine is much more than a drink, it’s an experience, for some a way of life and for many who’s passion involves this wondrous tipple, there’s nothing quite like standing amidst the vines of the very wines they like to drink. My recent travels took me to a wine oasis …

Whether you’re taking a shot with a chaser or drinking it straight, vodka is a staple to the world of alcohol. You’d be surprised that a lot of the best vodkas actually come straight from the UK, some of them winning international awards and overall recognition. Take a look at …

Nobody likes a fake. So why should you settle for something that is not even 1% of what it should be? Greenbar Distillery makes spirits for people who are seeking to find purity in their drinks without breaking the bank in the process. This unique distillery, based out of LA, …

It’s a chilly autumn morning, and your eyes slowly pry open, unforgiving that you’ve made them wake up for your 9:00 a.m. shift at the office. You roll over and check your phone. Two texts from your mother with too many emojis, and one Instagram notification letting you know that …

Wine: Chateau Haut Dambert Entre-Deux-Mers 2014 Variety: 60% Sauvignon Blanc / 25% Sauvignon Gris / 12% Muscadelle / 3% Semillon ABV: 12.5% Imported By: Franck’s Signature Wines Score: 89 Best Enjoyed:Drink Now   Aromatically lifted, with high-toned Sauvignon Blanc character of grapefruit and grapefruit oils, joined by an almost floral note to the mineral and …

It all started in 1953, the year that Queen Elizabeth II was assumed the throne.  It was also the year that Charles Julian, a Master Blender at Chivas Brothers—the owners of the oldest Distillery in the Highlands—was inspired to create his own brand of whisky to pay tribute to the …

When something is made with love, it is bound to be delicious. Greenbar Distillery is a product built of exactly that, between two people who shared a common passion and a common love for one another. They are Melkon Khosrovian and Litty Mathew. In 2004, Melkon was inspired to create …

Wine: La Crema Nine Barrel Pinot Noir Winery: La Crema Region: Russian River, Sonoma Vintage: 2014 Variety: Pinot Noir Score: 95 Points Only 190 cases of this wine are released each year, making it fairly limited in production and availability. The nose is luscious, with deep and concentrated blackberries and blackcurrants …

Photo credit: Greg Funnell When Matt Lovell interviewed Rob Hampton for a job, neither of them anticipated the connection that would spark over their love of fresh seafood and genuine hospitality. Together, their friendship developed as they ran a restaurant together before giving birth to the idea that would become …