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…
In this follow-up article from the recent WSWA Access Live I have three bottles for review all made stateside: a bourbon, an infused whiskey and a gin. I sampled all three at the show – enjoying them all – and was gifted the bottles to take home for further study and a review on this…
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…
MIAMI, /PRNewswire/ — Arkay Beverages, the world pioneer in alcohol-free spirits, proudly announces that its flagship products — Arkay Zero Proof Whisky, Gin, and Vodka — have consistently ranked #1 in sales in their category on Amazon.com since 2011. Available on the official Arkay Amazon store at:https://www.amazon.com/stores/ArkayBeverages/page/BCDA3E94-D3DA-434D-B28D-70EA3FC53101, Arkay’s zero-proof spirits have become the go-to choice for…
$11.2 Million Raised to date for Childhood Cancer Research L.A. Loves Alex’s Lemonade Stand announces that their 13th annual cookout in Los Angeles is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, and tickets are now on sale. The 2024 event was an overwhelming success raising more than $1.6 million for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. Presented at Royce Quad on…
Culinary Experience Returns to Eight Cities Across the U.S. NEW YORK, NY–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The 2025 USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience tour returns, highlighting culinary experiences in eight cities across the country. The series, produced by USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures, the events division of Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) kicks off on Saturday, September 20 in Denver, Colorado and culminates on…
In its fourth edition, the list of North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025 was announced at a live ceremony in Vancouver VANCOUVER, BC, /PRNewswire/ — The list of North America’s 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, was announced at a live awards ceremony on April 29, 2025 at the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver. This was the first year that the awards ceremony was…
Trade Tasting Featuring Italy’s Top Wineries Will Launch February 2025, in Las Vegas; Additional Cities Include Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, and Chicago ROME, Italy (January 16, 2025) – Italian media group Gambero Rosso has announced the 2025 dates for its highly anticipated annual U.S. Tre Bicchieri tour. The tour is set to take…
Business Booming at Argentina’s Domaine Bousquet Organics Miami, FL – Amid a steady drumbeat of negative news on the state of the wine industry this year, with U.S. sales down 3.36% measured in dollars and 4.83% in volume, Domaine Bousquet is bucking the trend, strongly outperforming even the bright-spot organics category. Organic wine sales are up…
Wowza! If you wanted to know how Whisky Advocate’s WhiskyFest Florida was in one word that would be it. The whisky list grew quite a bit by the time the event rolled around on October 26. (See below or online here for that.) And there was no way we could even attempt to taste everything….