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A History of Jamaican Rum in 4 Cocktails

A History of Jamaican Rum in 4 Cocktails

Iconic drinks inspired by a turbulent island nation’s history

Spirits, FeaturedPaul SenftJuly 22, 2019drinkwire, rum, new york international spirits competition, history, 101 Comment

The Botanist's Botanist

Field trip to Bruichladdich’s gin distillery with its head forager

Featured, SpiritsMike GerrardJuly 19, 2019gin, new york international spirits competition, profile, floralComment

Zinfandel Deserves More Respect

Zinfandel Deserves More Respect

It’s oft-misunderstood, but it’s really a versatile red wine for all seasons.

Featured, WineAmanda Schuster and Andrew McFetridgeJuly 17, 2019drinkwire, zinfandel, wine, red wine, orange wine, white zinfandel, new york international wine competition, wine varietals Comment

The Building Blocks of Canadian Whisky

The Building Blocks of Canadian Whisky

Historians and blenders discuss the legacy of Canadian whisky

Spirits, FeaturedMaggie KimberlJuly 12, 2019drinkwire, new york international spirits competition, 101 Comments

Looking Back at Bar Convent Brooklyn 2019

Looking Back at Bar Convent Brooklyn 2019

BCB Brooklyn was bigger and better in its second year

Featured, Lifestyle, Spirits, CocktailsAmanda SchusterJune 26, 2019drinkwire, brooklyn bar show, bartenders, bartending, hospitality industry, pisco, new york international spirits competition, bcb berlin, flavored soda, travelComment

Making Champagne Part of Everyday Celebrations

Making Champagne Part of Everyday Celebrations

Why Champagne is worth the splurge more often than at the year end countdown.

Featured, WineKelly MagyaricsJune 21, 2019drinkwire, wine, sparkling wine, champagne, new york international wine competitionComment

What's Next For Rye Whiskey?

What's Next For Rye Whiskey?

For years, American rye was good as gone. Now it will never be forgotten.

Featured, SpiritsMaggie KimberlJune 17, 2019drinkwire, new york international spirits competitionComment

Costières de Nimes: France’s "Lost" Wine Region Makes a Comeback

Costières de Nimes: France’s "Lost" Wine Region Makes a Comeback

An expert sommelier shares what’s new from this off-the-beaten-path French wine region

Featured, WineChristina BrooksJune 6, 2019wine, drinkwire, new york international wine competitionComment

Boozy Books: Are You Afraid of the Dark Rum?

Boozy Books: Are You Afraid of the Dark Rum?

‘90s pop culture and cocktails mix in this new book by Sam Slaughter

Featured, Spirits, ReviewMaggie KimberlJune 4, 2019drinkwire, bookComment

Exploring Pot Still Bourbon

Exploring Pot Still Bourbon

Why craft bourbon distilleries are using this more complex method to make whiskey

Featured, SpiritsDevon TrevathanJune 3, 2019drinkwire, bourbon, whiskey, 101Comment

Chuggable Wines For Under $20

Chuggable Wines For Under $20

High quality wine can be budget friendly too

Featured, WineAndrew McFetridgeMay 29, 2019wine, vinho verde, cabernet sauvignon, berlin international wine competition, new york international wine competition, red wine, white wine, melbourne international wine competitionComment

Field Trips: Washington Wine Country

Field Trips: Washington Wine Country

The geology of the Pacific Northwest tells its story with Washington wine

Wine, Featured, Field TripsAmanda SchusterMay 23, 2019drinkwire, wine, red wine, white wine, zinfandel, pinot gris, travelComment

Get Swayed By Rosé

Get Swayed By Rosé

Find the right region and bottle for your pink wine style

Featured, WineKelly MagyaricsMay 22, 2019wine, merlot rose, new york international wine competition, melbourne international wine competition, roseComment

A Relic Grain Makes a Comeback In American Spirits

A Relic Grain Makes a Comeback In American Spirits

Western Reserve Distillery is bringing spelt spirits to your cocktail glass.

Featured, SpiritsKelly MagyaricsMay 17, 2019whiskey, gin, drinkwireComment

Affordable Spring and Summer Sparklers

Affordable Spring and Summer Sparklers

Some of the best bubblies are budget-friendly

Featured, WineAndrew McFetridgeMay 15, 2019wine, sparkling wine, drinkwire, champagne, new york international wine competition, pinot gris, pinot blanc, chardonnayComment

Gins for People Who Love Juniper

Gins for People Who Love Juniper

11 flavorful gins that stay on the juniper road.

SpiritsAmanda SchusterMay 10, 2019ginComment

German and Austrian Reds For Warm Weather Sipping

German and Austrian Reds For Warm Weather Sipping

Balanced, elegant, fruity and refreshing: these are go-to red wines for spring and summer.

Featured, WineKelly MagyaricsMay 6, 2019drinkwire, wine, red wineComment

Field Trips: Maker's Mark Distillery

Field Trips: Maker's Mark Distillery

Keeping Marjorie Samuels’ vision, and the land, alive in Loretto

Featured, Spirits, TravelAmanda SchusterMay 3, 2019drinkwire, distillery tour, whiskey, bourbon, travelComment

Wine School: Extended Maceration

Wine School: Extended Maceration

This centuries’ old technique adds deep colors, flavors and texture from the grapes themselves

Featured, WineKelly MagyaricsApril 23, 2019wine, vinification, winemaking, red wine, nebbiolo, barolo, barbarescoComment

What's the Difference Between Sustainable, Organic and Biodynamic Wine?

What's the Difference Between Sustainable, Organic and Biodynamic Wine?

Every day is Earth Day when you sip these earth-friendly wines.

Featured, WineAmanda SchusterApril 19, 2019drinkwire, wine, biodynamic wine, new york international wine competition, 101Comment