Wine, Brews & Spirits

The Legacy of Middle West Spirits

The Legacy of Middle West Spirits

There’s been a long path to Middle West Spirits with family ties that bind and inspire. Learn more about this Ohio distillery in this article.

Jeppson’s Malört – A Brief Education

Jeppson’s Malört – A Brief Education

  Much maligned, Malört is the stuff of legends. Writer, and cocktail specialist, Carrie Dow returns with the story behind the Chicago icon, Jeppson’s Malört.     Jeppson’s Malört:  Chicago’s prodigal spirit returns For Medicinal Purposes Only The year...

What’s New in Sonoma County

What’s New in Sonoma County

    With news that more direct flights have opened up to Sonoma County, the area is on our radar more than ever. They also have a new motto: Life Opens Up. In the same way that one lets wine "open up," to  "breathe" and be at its best, the idea is that WE...

Savor Blowing Rock

Savor Blowing Rock

We love food festivals. They are a great way to do some culinary traveling, being able to taste a wide variety of food and drink iconic to a region. Its also the chance to get to know the purveyors, growers, makers, and chefs. Basically, it's booth-by-booth and...

Barbados Rum Cocktail Competition

Barbados Rum Cocktail Competition

        Being in Barbados is pretty fabulous. Being in Barbados, being taught about the rich history of its rum is even better. Judging a Rum Cocktail Competition in Barbados? Well, that's the cherry on top (or some other fruity garnish). Yvette...

On the Trail of Colorado Spirits

On the Trail of Colorado Spirits

Travel writer Rich Grant is a spirited man who knows his spirits. The world traveler calls Denver home and takes us on the trail of Colorado Spirits to meet the people behind it. Or, per his subtitle, How Colorado Went from Zero Distilleries to 72 in a Little More...

WineBlock for Red Wine Lovers

We love a glass of a full-bodied red wine. But we do not like the red-tinged teeth and lips that can go along with it. That's why, when we heard about WineBlock, we had to try it. We liked it. Our giveaway is closed and one lucky winner is on their way to enjoying a...

Fairfield Wineries –  California’s “New” Napa

Fairfield Wineries – California’s “New” Napa

Unsung and a little bit undiscovered, writer Carla Waldemar shows us the wineries in Fairfield, CA (and some great food too, including jelly beans!).  What you need to know about Fairfield Wineries Move over, Napa Valley. The time has come to shine the spotlight on...

Summer Sangria Recipe

Summer Sangria Recipe

Summer may be waning, but we can extend it a bit with something fresh and lovely to sip on the patio. Here's a  Summer Sangria recipe from Blumenthal restaurant, a classic brasserie in Montreal, Canada. Travel writer, Libby Margolis recently told us about the place,...

Bathhouse to Brewpub in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Bathhouse to Brewpub in Hot Springs, Arkansas

In a previous article and podcast interview, we learned a lot about Hot Springs, Arkansas. Let's conclude our travel education by raising a glass to Hot Springs' rather surprising beer scene with writer Ann N. Yungmeyer.           “Quaff the elixir” is an old saying...

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