Rums have a sweet toasted sugar profile that makes them some of the most enjoyable liquors in the world. With its links to piracy and the navy, there is also plenty of history behind the infamous drink. In modern times, distillers are experimenting with ingredients and creating more interesting rum…
Los Angeles is home to some of the best bars, restaurants, and clubs in the United States. Being able to ring in the new year here means having access to some of the best themed parties and events in the country, but first, you need to figure out exactly how…
Once upon a time, you could fit what I knew about dark beers onto the back of a postage stamp. Through rigorous study and some not insignificant taste testing, I’ve been able to improve my knowledge base to at least hold a reasonable conversation with professional dark beer devotees. While…
I’m a huge believer in Polish vodka. I’ve written consistently that if given the choice I’d take a bottle of Polish vodka over their Russian counterparts, both for the quality of the liquid and from a price comparison standpoint. Don’t get me wrong, Russian vodka is fantastic, but I love the…
While often a cheap and cheerful spirit meant for parties or beach relaxation, you can spend north of $200 for the best rum bottles. These expressions showcase how age and a varied maturation process can help expand the flavor of everyday rum with notes of whiskey barrel, sherry cask, and…
