Last year I reviewed four bottled cocktails by Via Carota Craft Cocktail company and they were all winners: Negroni, White Negroni, Old Fashioned and Manhattan. Read that review here, and this is an excerpt: “From Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) Access Live 2024 I had many opportunities to try new spirits…From the namesake…
Have you ever had a whiskey that was sold out in under 20 minutes of its release? I had learned that Frey Ranch Distillery did just that when they offered their limited-edition Harvester whiskey this past February. And, at press time, they probably just sold out of their second Harvester release this past September. As…
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,…
The EU-funded campaign brought the richness of European wines and fresh fruits to one of the most influential beverage education events in the United States NEW YORK, /PRNewswire/ — The Charming Taste of Europe, a campaign co-funded by the European Union, celebrates the heritage and quality of European wines and fresh fruits, introducing North American audiences to exquisite products…
Now that summer is over, and it’s cool enough to accept shipped wines for review, the first two bottles I received were super welcome. I would be able to taste a Sicilian wine grape I can’t get enough of from six years ago to six months ago: Nero d’Avola. I also had an opportunity to…
MIAMI, /PRNewswire/ — Luxury Spirits International (LSI) is proud to announce the U.S. release of Flor de Caña 17 Year Rum, a rare and exquisite addition to the brand’s award-winning portfolio. Arriving in key markets this September—just in time for the holiday season—this limited-time, high-proof (43.5% ABV) expression will be available at select retailers, including more than 100…
I thought I must have reviewed Dry Creek Vineyard wines before, but a search of our website proved me wrong. Imagine my thrill then of not only getting to sample their latest 2024 Chenin Blanc, a top seller, but also their new limited-production 2023 Sparkling Chenin Blanc that was just recently released. The new release…
Latest release in the red-hot segment expands Penelope’s range of convenient and high-quality bottled cocktail offerings ST. LOUIS, /PRNewswire/ — On the heels of its successful debut in the ready-to-pour market with its first-ever bottled cocktail, Peach Old Fashioned, Penelope Bourbon released its second award-winning handcrafted cocktail innovation – Black Walnut Old Fashioned. Perfect for summer occasions from backyard…
The Royal Salute Time Chamber Dinner – Making Scotch Whisky History takes place on Sunday, September 21, 6:30 p.m. The Private Dining Room at PISCES Bar & Seafare, Wynn Las Vegas: Step through time and into an era of majesty, opulence, and peerless craftsmanship. On this extraordinary night, the glittering heart of Las Vegas will host…
I usually stick to wine and spirits for review, rarely dipping my toe in the low and non-alcohol pool of drink choices. But, to change things up, and because a product piqued my interest, we have something new to review today: Wine Water. It is sparkling water blended with wine with no added sugar, vegan,…