Category: Cheers Blog
Piquing Interest In Pisco
Pisco is among foreign spirits gaining from America’s craft-cocktail movement. A white Peruvian spirit distilled from wine, it’s similar in some aspects to grappa or brandy. …
Tidbits from Tales 2015
It’s back to reality after nearly a week in the Big Easy celebrating all things cocktail. I love going to Tales of the Cocktail, except that there’s …
Harmony in Japanese Whisky
Blended whiskey is a balance act of dissimilar spirits. This is particularly true of Japanese whisky. Distilleries in this category often produce a wide variety of whiskeys that …
Shining a Light on Viniq
Talk about a beverage tailored towards social media. Viniq Shimmery Liqueur holds true to its name and shimmers when moved. Give the bottle or glass a …
Angostura Global Cocktail Challenge Swings through NYC
Cocktail competitions are a balance of talent and timing. Most contests require that participants tell stories behind the drinks they’re creating while staying within a set …
An Intense Tour at Barrow’s Ginger Liqueur
The fish tank at Barrow’s Intense Ginger Liqueur distillery contains two metaphors. The first is a Red Pacu fish named Red. “He was originally 1-inch long, but is …
Bellying Up to the BAR Show
I spotted and sampled several interesting products and cocktail at the BAR—as in Beverage Alcohol for Restaurants—event during the National Restaurant Association convention last month in …
A Glassy Affair
While in Chicago for the National Restaurant Association show last week, I stopped by a party held by Libbey Foodservice. The May 16 event, held at …