Two years ago, at the WSWA Conference (Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America) I was thrilled to see my old chum Mark Newman, who is with Apogee 21 Holdings Inc, manning a large booth. I sampled quite a few items, including their Monkey in Paradise vodka and Andale tequila at that time – both winners…
Another interesting brand with an interesting backstory that I discovered at the recent WSWA (Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America) conference was Fort Mosé 1738. I took home both their rye and bourbon to sample at home. This is some of the story about the distillery I wanted to share with readers, I got it…
MADISON, WI, — Smoked gin is emerging as a significant subcategory within craft spirits, and State Line Distillery positions itself at the forefront of the trend with the Feb. 1 release of its Lapsang Smoked Gin. The expression represents a growing movement among craft distillers to challenge traditional botanical profiles by introducing savory, smoky notes typically associated…
Recently, Colby Frey and the entire Frey Ranch team sent me some of their 2026 predictions, and I wanted to share them with readers here. You should already know that I’m a fan of their whiskies for the article on my website, where I was very impressed with the team as well as the whisky,…
Celebrating Good, Clean & Fair Wine Across San Francisco, Austin, and New York City NEW YORK, /PRNewswire/ — Slow Wine is proud to announce the return of the US Tour in 2026, continuing its mission to highlight wines that honor the land, the people who cultivate it, and the rich biodiversity that shapes agricultural heritage. The Tour will visit San…
A bold new Huckleberry-flavored addition inspired by Doc Holliday’s legendary spirit and his iconic “I’m your huckleberry” catchphrase NEW YORK, /PRNewswire/ — World Whiskey Society (WWS), the company renowned for seeking out the world’s most intriguing whiskies, is proud to announce the Doc Holliday Huckleberry Edition as the newest addition to the Doc Holliday series and the first-ever flavored whiskey…
NEW YORK, /PRNewswire/ — Mount Gay, the world’s oldest running rum distillery established in 1703, is proud to announce that its iconic Mount Gay Silver is now available in the US. Meticulously crafted by Master Blender Trudiann Branker, this exceptional product marks Mount Gay’s white rum entry into the on-trade market, honoring Barbados’ passion for premium white…
ST. HELENA, Calif., /PRNewswire/ — Trinchero Family Wine & Spirits proudly announces that Tres Agaves Tequila has been named 2025 Spirit Brand of the Year by Wine Enthusiast as part of the publication’s prestigious Wine Star Awards, which honor innovation, leadership, and excellence across the global beverage industry. Rooted in the birthplace of tequila—the Amatitán region of Jalisco, Mexico—Tres Agaves is renowned…
Today we’re reviewing an interesting organic vodka, “Made in Idaho’s Magic Valley, American Harvest is crafted from organic red winter wheat and pristine Snake River aquifer water. Its remarkable smoothness comes from a single distillation — a rare approach that preserves purity rather than masking flaws. Certified USDA Organic, non-GMO, and produced in small batches,…
It’s been no secret that we’ve been fans and mailing list members of Turley Wine Cellars for a very long time. They are definitely one of the wineries that have put Zinfandel on the map, along with their masterful versions of Petite Syrah (don’t blame me for the spelling!) and a few others. We always…