by Rich Cook | Feb 22, 2024 | Other
As tequila and mezcal become increasingly popular, there is huge pressure on the agricultural aspect of growing agave to maturity – in other words, they can’t plant the stuff fast enough to meet demand. This makes room for some of the other distillates from different... 
by Rich Cook | Feb 15, 2024 | Other, Uncategorized
Raicilla is new to me, and it’s something worth your effort to seek out if you’re a fan of other agave-based spirits. Known as Mexico’s original “Moonshine,” it’s typically a blend of wild agaves, that come from either the mountains or the coastal area of Jalisco.... 
by Michael Cervin | Dec 12, 2022 | Other
Port and cheese are always a great combination, but what if the Port was in the cheese? Jasper Hill Farm has partnered with Sandeman Port to create just such a thing. Harbison, similar to brie, is a creamy, gooey, cheese, and the Port finish here is mild yet... 
by Rich Cook | Nov 14, 2022 | Other, Uncategorized
Soju is typically made from rice, wheat, barley or other grains, and if you don’t care for the – well, let’s call it rustic – edge and finish of traditional Soju (the world’s biggest selling beverage) then this refined expression might be for you. It’s... 
by Rich Cook | Aug 22, 2022 | Other
Here’s a little something unusual… Instead of a spirit infused with something, how about something infused with spirits? Olli Salumeria of Oceanside, California has come up with a set of spirits infused salami that does a great job of imparting the... 
by Michael Cervin | Aug 1, 2022 | Other
Launched in 2016, Fire Department Coffee is run by actual firefighters with proceeds donated to help first-responders who become sick or injured on the job. The beans are roasted at their facility in Illinois. Their Irish Whiskey and Bourbon Infused Coffees go through...
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