WYOMING WHISKEY BARREL STRENGTH BOURBON
Wyoming Whiskey has released its second batch of Barrel Strength Bourbon (62.35% ABV). Aromas of oak, vanilla and caramel with touches of clove and nutmeg in the background. On the palate, clove and nutmeg and sweeter notes of fudge, caramel, orange blossom honey, anise and a bit of smokiness. Suggested... Read More
LOUKATOS OUZO
This smooth ouzo has aromas of anise with a subtle note of mastic. Suggested retail is $16.99. AVAILABLE FROM Abacus Distributing.
PINOT BLANC
by SANDY BLOCK, MW Rarely dramatic or complex in aroma, Pinot Blanc is nonetheless amongst the most evocative white grape varieties, capable of making wine that is subtle in flavor, soft and gentle in texture, and remarkably versatile with food. It doesn’t shout, it whispers. One of my biggest wine... Read More
ONCE A WINEMAKER
by HARVEY FINKEL For those who enjoyed its wines during the decade, 1978-1988, of gustatory and technical successes, Plymouth’s first commercial producer, Commonwealth Winery, is still fondly remembered. Commonwealth was also one of New England’s earliest wineries in the modern era. Financial challenges forced its closure. I would see founding... Read More
ENDANGERED COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH: NEGRONI SBAGLIATO
by PINK LADY Certain occasions simply call for drinking bubbly: New Year’s Eve, the holiday season between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, a wedding toast, Sunday morning, and of course, Valentine’s Day. The Negroni Sbagliato is a drink that came about by accident but is the perfect, rosy-hued sparkling aperitif to... Read More
2O19 CRAFT BREWERS CONFERENCE & BREWEXPO AMERICA
Early Bird Registration for the 2O19 Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America (CBC) is now open. Early Bird pricing is available through February 12 and tickets may be purchased at craftbrewersconference.com/register. Taking place in Denver, Colorado from APRIL 8 to 11, the 36th annual CBC will feature speakers including Bruce... Read More
BEER . . . IT’S WHAT’S FOR BREAKFAST
Well, sort of. In another example of recycling, cereal giant Kellogg’s and UK-based brewery Seven Bro7hers have teamed up to create a beer made with cornflakes that were either too big, too small or overcooked to make it through quality control but are perfectly same for consumption. The beer, called... Read More
PLANT BASED BEER RINGS
Another beer brand is committing to helping the environment. In an effort to help reduce ocean pollution, Corona is piloting plastic-free six-pack rings in select markets beginning with Mexico. It’s part of their initiative with Parley for the Oceans to lead the industry with eco-friendly packaging. Both Corona and Parley... Read More
WYOMING WHISKEY
Edrington Spirits has appointed MIKE ZITELLI as President of Wyoming Whiskey. He will maintain his current role and responsibilities as Vice President, Legal & Corporate Affairs for Edrington Americas. BRAD MEAD, who has served as President and CEO of Wyoming Whiskey since its establishment in 2OO6, will continue as Chairman... Read More
BEAM SUNTORY NORTH AMERICA
The drinks company has appointed GREG HUGHES as President, North America. Hughes is a veteran consumer products executive who is currently Beam Suntory’s General Manager for North America. He joined the company in 2O15 as General Manager, U.S. and has more than 25 years of consumer packaged goods experience in... Read More