Category: Spirits
Five Old Fashioneds for Repeal Day
by: The Staff
It was 81 years ago that Prohibition was repealed in the U.S. on Dec. 5, 1933. Here are a few twists on the classic Old Fashioned …
Raising A Glass Or Two At The DISCUS Party
by: Melissa Dowling
I went to the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. (DISCUS) holiday party in New York this week. The gathering, held at the New York Yacht …
Festive Fall/Winter Cocktails
by: The Staff
Spiced Up Milk Punch 1 oz. Christian Brothers brandy ¾ oz. Pink Pigeon rum 2 oz. Vanilla soy milk ¼ oz. Sattwa Chai tea ¼ oz. …
On The Shelf: New Cocktail Books
by: Melissa Dowling
Of All the Gin Joints By Mark Bailey Algonquin Books, September 2014 $19.95 Did you know that silent film actress Mary Pickford—known as America’s sweetheart—used to …
15 Fabulous Thanksgiving Cocktails
by: Melissa Dowling
Enhance your Thanksgiving feast with a festive cocktail or two. Here are 15 fresh recipes to consider for your celebration. Prairie Natural Appletini 2 oz. …
Jeremiah Weed Flavors
by: The Staff
Diageo has introduced three flavored whiskeys to the Jeremiah Weed brand: Spiced Whiskey, Cinnamon Whiskey and Sarsaparilla Whiskey. Each uses hand-selected spices. Ranging from 35.2% to …
The Macallan Rare Cask
by: The Staff
Scotland distillery The Macallan has introduced Rare Cask, a ruby-red whisky created to celebrate both spirit and wood, according to the company. The 43% ABV Scotch …
Hine Bonneuil 2005
by: The Staff
Hine Vintage Cognacs and importer Anchor Distilling have introduced a limited edition Grande Champagne Cognac, Domaines Hine Bonneuil 2005. The expression is the first in a …
General Beauregard Dixie Vodka
by: The Staff
General Beauregard Dixie is a new American handcrafted vodka produced in Charleston, SC. The vodka is six times distilled from 100% American corn and is gluten-free. …
I Want Brandy!
Kicking back with a brandy seems like an old fashioned way to imbibe. But brandy, Cognac and Armagnac appeal to a variety of spirits aficionados, and the cocktail world still relies heavily on distilled-wine spirits.
