D’USSÉ COGNAC APPOINTS NEW CELLAR MASTER, AGATHE BOINOT
Boinot succeeds D’USSÉ founding cellar master Michel Casavecchia, becoming the youngest female cellar master of the major houses in Cognac. HAMILTON, Bermuda, /PRNewswire/ — D’USSÉ Cognac is proud to announce Agathe Boinot as the second cellar master in its history. She succeeds the brand’s founding cellar master Michel Casavecchia, who retired earlier last month. The appointment marks Boinot as the youngest…
VOUVRAY WINES BUILD ON 2023 SUCCESS
After a successful brand campaign launch in 2023 Vouvray wines are building upon their efforts with a full schedule of events over the next year, including a new Masterclass for trade professionals. The 2023 Vintage : Nestled in the Loire Valley winegrowing region, the Vouvray AOC is notable for its use of one single grape: chenin blanc, a variety…
Universal Whisky Experience 2024 – With Many Pals!
Not sure what made the latest Universal Whisky Experience, aka The Nth, stand out in my mind this year over other years. Maybe it’s because I’ve finally learned the names of more of the passionate people representing the brands, that I know knew so many more people in the room – including founder Mahesh Patel…
Tasted: Masters of Taste 2024
I’ve honestly lost track of how many times we’ve attended the Masters of Taste event on the field of the Rose Bowl. I’m pretty sure since they had the first one, I haven’t wanted to miss it. Besides benefiting Union Station Homeless Services – with every ticket sold – Lawrence Moore and Associates have amassed…
Mike Love’s Club Kokomo Spirits Launches Line of Artisanal Rums
Beach Boys Singer, Songwriter and Co-Founder Builds Upon Canned Spirits Line, Creating Harmony with New Rum Portfolio SAN DIEGO, CA — Club Kokomo Spirits, the company known for its award-winning canned cocktails, founded by Mike Love, singer, songwriter and co-founder of the Beach Boys, introduces a brand new line of premium rums. Bringing the Spirit of…
New Riff Distilling Unveils Eight-Year-Old Bourbon Whiskey
Matured expression of classic recipe, aging exploration remains Newport, KY – New Riff Distilling has announced the release of its 8-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, the distillery’s oldest bourbon yet released and an unprecedented “first fruit” of initial whiskeys set back for further aging. Available beginning March 8 — a nod to the age of…
Tasting St. Francis Wines with Director of Vineyards Jake Terrell and the Roebucks
We recently had the opportunity to taste St. Francis’ Classic ($17 to $22 range) and Reserve ($45 to $55 range) wines with their Director of Vineyards Jake Terrell – not in Sonoma County where the winery is located but here in Las Vegas. I suggested they also invite wine bloggers/influencers Vashti and Steve Roebuck. (Steve…
The Dalmore and V and A Dundee unveil second installment in magnificent Luminary series
GLASGOW, Scotland /PRNewswire/ – The Dalmore Luminary Series, curated in partnership with V&A Dundee, is releasing new masterpieces: a remarkable glass amber sculpture and collectable presentation case housing two new, exceptionally rare Highland Single Malt whiskies. The collaboration is the second in a three-part series which celebrates the relentless pursuit of excellence through compelling collaborations between luminaries in…
Flying Ace Straight Bourbon Stands in Support of United States Military, First Responders and Their Families
HOLLAND, Mich., /PRNewswire/ — Flying Ace , an American-made bourbon company, has announced an educational scholarship program with non-profit organization Folds of Honor , commemorating the sacrifices made by fallen or disabled American military personnel and first responders. Rooted in the indomitable spirit of generations of American aviators who epitomized the ideals of courage and precision, Flying Ace embarks on…
Check it out: Bar and Restaurant Expo Covered for 2024!
Once again, we were very excited to cover the 2024 Bar And Restaurant Expo in Las Vegas. We always discover new brands as well as new releases from brands we know. This year, like most years, we focused on more liquor related items over food. Below is my social media from two different events, and…