This week my wine column is dedicated to hand-picked wine-centric events in both Southern and Northern California. I emailed my contacts from LearnAboutWine.com and LocalWineEvents.com for their best upcoming events and added in why they are trip-worthy for you: From LearnAboutWine.com Here are three great events from founder and CEO Ian Blackburn that I’ve enjoyed…
Emerging Aperitif Brand Rises Above the Competition at WSWA’s Premier Industry Showdown DENVER, /PRNewswire/ — Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) is proud to announce Amante 1530 as the champion of the 2025 Brand Battle competition, held yesterday during Access LIVE — the beverage alcohol industry’s premier gathering for wholesalers, suppliers and retailers. Hosted by Elliott…
Now seasoned Las Vegas convention-goers we only attend the very best – one of which is the annual Bar and Restaurant Expo. Over the years it’s expanded to include large sections just for tea from around the world, showcases for Japan and Italy, as well as competitions, awards, classes and of course a floor filled…
The 8th Annual Masters of Taste Event Has Been Postponed Due To Los Angeles Wildfires (Pasadena, CA) – Due to the devastating impact of the Los Angeles wildfires, Masters of Taste has made the difficult decision to postpone the highly anticipated 8th Annual Masters of Taste event. However, in the spirit of resilience, generosity, and…
Have you noticed the change in this website? We went from Eve Wine 101 to Eve Wine and Spirits 101! Even though we started only writing about wine, when I obtained my certification from Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET) I had begun studying spirits. Most of you may have noticed my interests in gin…
This past December, while judging for the Proof Awards, we were given swag samples of different types of liquor and things to go with liquor. One item was intriguing to me as it was a “single-serve sachet (that) allows you to enjoy a quality Old Fashioned cocktail that rivals one made at your favorite bar…crafted…
Sometimes, when I remember to do it, I write up all my favorite wine and spirit discoveries from the past year for an end of year post. As I’ve been writing about wine in this blog since 2009, it’s very possible I’ve done this at least 10-15 times…but I’m guessing that I didn’t always remember…
French Elegance meets Courvoisier Excellence as The Most Awarded Cognac House* reopens its Maison following an extensive restoration led by French architecture and interior design agency, Gilles & Boissier JARNAC, France /PRNewswire/ — Maison Courvoisier, The Most Awarded Cognac House* has finally emerged from the cocoon of a multi-year restoration project in collaboration with, architecture and interior design…
Never been to Trader Joe’s with a spirit list for Trader Joe’s cocktails from their newly minted book, The I Love Trader Joe’s Cocktail Book, but I was sure game to try! This new cocktail book is the very first one I’ve heard of where I can find all – or mostly all – of…
New aromatic infused Bitters designed to bring depth and complexity to cocktail favorites SAN FRANCISCO, /PRNewswire/ — Luxardo, Italy’s preeminent artisanal liqueur producer known for creating essential ingredients for modern and classic cocktails, introduces Luxardo Aromatic Infused Cocktail Bitters: a new line of bitters available in five unique flavors – Cherry, Coffee, Chamomile, Orange and Rhubarb – designed to…