We lost a real one when Anthony Bourdain passed away in 2018. The culinary legend with a sharp tongue and smart wit gave food fans years of pleasure with his hilarious take on world cuisine. While we might no longer be able to watch any new adventures of his on-screen, Bourdain has given fans one last gift in the form...
In an effort to better define their brands and products, The Japan Spirits & Liqueurs Makers Association has announced new, tighter Japanese whisky regulations, including the definition of what Japanese whisky is. A statement from the Association accompanying the new regulations states Japanese brands are committed to taking away confusion for customers and clarifying which whisky types are fully created...
Islay distillery Bowmore is introducing two new additions to their older age whiskies: Bowmore Timeless 27 Year Old and Bowmore Timeless 31 Year Old. Each Timeless Series bottling is a limited edition of just 3,000 bottles, with the 27 year old available worldwide, and the 31 year old through global travel. The timeless series reflects Bowmore’s 240 year Islay whisky...
Michter's is releasing their latest Barrel Strength Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey on a national and international basis this March, the first release of the expression since 2019. The brand’s US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Rye was the premium pick in our best rye whiskeys list, but this expression could be even better for the dedicated rye drinker that prefers a powerful...
Australian's take beer seriously. You can tell by all the jokes we like to make about it. As a proud Aussie beer drinker I’d like to think we’re taking all of our brews to dominate the world, however, the recent Coronavirus pandemic and a similar commitment to local craft brew discovery have put the brakes on our beers taking over...
Zoom parties have become a great way for people to stay connected amongst the damage being wrought by COVID-19. They've also spawned epic drinking games allowing you to put the Beer Pong and King's Cup away for a bit to focus on making movie night a little extra exciting - without turning it into a solo binge drinking cringefest. Crafting...
Drinking shots can be great fun. If consumed in moderation and deployed with common sense (I know, this can be very difficult once you get rolling), alcohol shots can make a good evening great, turn a cold night warm, or make a movie more interesting. While you can go old school, downing a whiskey shot with a beer chaser, there...
Absinthe is rapidly growing in popularity again after the US ban on the hallucinatory" spirit was lifted in 2007. Since then, beloved old brands and emerging new entrants have created a brilliant range of the bright diamond green liquid to rival the golden era during the French Belle Epoque. If you’re looking for ways to enjoy drinking absinthe make sure...
This $2 million whisky set from The Craft Irish Whiskey Co. and Fabergé has to be seen to be believed. Known as The Emerald Isle Collection, this limited-edition set celebrates the "Seven Wonders of Ireland." Made up of seven different pieces housed inside an alluring walnut wood box, the opulent set includes a prized 30-year-old single malt Irish whiskey, a...
Using the best ginger beer is crucial to quality cocktails and mixed drinks, or even for use as a standalone beverage choice. While most offer a carbonated soda like dry ginger ale, the increased interest in craft brewing, seltzers, and kombucha drinks is seeing more contemporary brands brewing with real ginger. Increases in positive personal health decisions (even for alcoholic...