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Sommelier Playlist: Summer Songs with Summer Wines

Sommelier Playlist: Summer Songs with Summer Wines

Refreshing wines for singin’ and sippin’ along to classic summer tunes

Featured, Wine, Keep ReadingAndrew McFetridgeJuly 15, 2020wine, new york international wine competition, riesling, chardonnay, grenache, champagneComment

4 Summer-Friendly Beers From Tröeg Brewing

4 Summer-Friendly Beers From Tröeg Brewing

This PA brewery makes these crisp brews for sipping all season long

Beer, FeaturedKevin GibsonJuly 13, 2020beer, craft beer, microbreweryComment

The Soothing Powers of Cognac

The Soothing Powers of Cognac

Cognac for Bastille Day (or any day, since every day is a new revolution)

Featured, Cocktails, SpiritsAmanda SchusterJuly 10, 2020cognac, brandy, eau de vie, cocktails, classic cocktails, new york international spirits competition, sparkling wineComment

Tony's Whisky Corner: Basil Hayden's 10 Year Rye and Old Tub Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon

Tony's Whisky Corner: Basil Hayden's 10 Year Rye and Old Tub Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon

With 2 limited edition releases, Jim Beam shows off its soft and robust style of whiskey-making

Featured, SpiritsTony SachsJuly 7, 2020whiskey, bourbon, new york international spirits competition, reviewComment

Cheers to You, America! (But Public Safety Comes First)

Cheers to You, America! (But Public Safety Comes First)

Hopefully we can properly celebrate Independence Day in 2021, but only if lawmakers help

Featured, Cocktails, NewsAmanda SchusterJuly 3, 2020covid, cocktails, bars, cocktail bars, fourth of july Comment

6 Cocktails With Flavors of Yuzu

6 Cocktails With Flavors of Yuzu

These unique citrusy drinks with flavors of yuzu will brighten summer sipping.

Featured, CocktailsKelly MagyaricsJuly 1, 2020cocktails, yuzu, liqueur, lemon, vodka, flavored vodka, gin, tequila, mixers, recipes, summerComment

The New American Amari: Four to Try

The New American Amari: Four to Try

How American amaro makers are putting their own spin on the classic liqueur.

Featured, SpiritsJames ReddicliffeJune 29, 2020liqueur, amariComment

Inside the Uncle Nearest and Jack Daniels Partnership to Diversify the Spirits Industry

Uncle Nearest’s Fawn Weaver and Jack Daniel’s Matt Blevins discuss initiative to advance the whiskey industry

Featured, News, SpiritsGabrielle PharmsJune 26, 2020covid, profileComment

Mezcal and Mexican Whiskey You'll Want in Your Flask This Summer

Mezcal and Mexican Whiskey You'll Want in Your Flask This Summer

These Mexican spirits will delight the geeks and intrigue the newbies

Featured, SpiritsAmanda SchusterJune 24, 2020whiskey, review, mezcalComment

Best Tequilas To Mix In Your Favorite Classic Cocktails

Best Tequilas To Mix In Your Favorite Classic Cocktails

To make these 9 cocktails, match the ingredients with the right tequila

Featured, CocktailsAmanda GabrieleJune 23, 2020cocktails, tequila, agaveComment

Professor Spotlight: Kevin Gibson

Get to know our Louisville beer writer!

Featured, BeerAmanda SchusterJune 22, 2020beer, craft beer, microbrewery, new york international beer competition, ale, lager, chili beer, imperial stout, beer review, profileComment

Virginia Brewers Come To Hospitals' Aid To Fight COVID-19

Virginia Brewers Come To Hospitals' Aid To Fight COVID-19

Beer that helps provide lifesaving supplies for healthcare workers—it’s even better than clapping!

Featured, BeerPhil GalewitzJune 18, 2020covid, beer, craft beer, microbreweryComment

Canned Beverages To Tote On Your Summer Hikes

Canned Beverages To Tote On Your Summer Hikes

Quench your thirst during fresh-air pursuits with these 11 packable potables.

Cocktails, Beer, Wine, FeaturedKelly MagyaricsJune 17, 2020new york international spirits competition, bourbon, whiskey, tequila, rum, vodka, gin, cachaca, chardonnay, mourvedre, syrah, merlot, to goComment

Wise Bird Takes a Bet on Kentucky Heritage Cider

Wise Bird Takes a Bet on Kentucky Heritage Cider

Authentic European-style cider in the heart of bourbon country

Featured, BeerSara HavensJune 15, 2020cider, apple cider, new york international cider competitionComment

Tony's (Mostly) Whisky Corner: Ozark Mountain Daredevils Gin

Tony's (Mostly) Whisky Corner: Ozark Mountain Daredevils Gin

A classic London dry-styled gin from an unlikely collaboration

Featured, SpiritsTony SachsJune 12, 2020gin, reviewComment

Choose Your Own Sipping Adventure With These Three Summery Cocktails

Choose Your Own Sipping Adventure With These Three Summery Cocktails

These cocktails are easily adaptable to suit your pantry, and your palate

Cocktails, FeaturedAmanda SchusterJune 11, 2020cocktails, strawberry, gin, tequila, rum, whiskey, 101Comment

Behind the Booze: Samara Rivers of Black Bourbon Society

Through a shared love of whiskey, Black Bourbon Society promotes inclusivity and positive brand messaging

Featured, SpiritsMaggie KimberlJune 9, 2020bourbon, covid, profileComment

Pints of Depiction: Pairing Beer With BBQ

Pints of Depiction: Pairing Beer With BBQ

Different types of grilling require different styles of beer

Beer, FeaturedEm SauterJune 5, 2020beer, beer pairing, craft beer, microbrewery, bbq, wheat beer, apa, pale ale, ale, light beer, session beer, new york international beer competitionComment

Buried Bourbon

Buried Bourbon

From Beam to Pappy to Weller, many bourbon legends can be found in this Louisville cemetery

Featured, Spirits, TravelSara HavensJune 1, 2020bourbon, history, travelComment

12 Inspired Takes on the Sour Cocktail

12 Inspired Takes on the Sour Cocktail

All you need is citrus + sweet + booze to make one of the world’s most riffable cocktails

Featured, CocktailsKelly MagyaricsMay 27, 2020cocktails, berlin international spirits competition, bourbon, whiskey, tequila, gin, london dry gin, peach, pisco, rum, sparkling wine, new york international spirits competition, upComment