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The Best Bourbons of 2025, According to the Prestigious L.A. Spirits Awards
There’s something timeless about bourbon. It’s bold yet nuanced, steeped in tradition but constantly evolving . Whether you prefer it neat, on the rocks, or mixed into a classic cocktail, a great bourbon delivers more than flavor—it delivers a story. And in 2025, that story is richer than ever. Distillers are pushing boundaries with heritage grains, experimental finishes, and age statements that speak to patience and purpose. From wheated expressions to rum cask finishes, today’s bourbons are more diverse, daring, and downright delicious than ever before. At the center of this renaissance stands the L.A. Spirits Awards , where some of the country’s top tasters blind-judge the best of the best. The result? A list of standout bottles that represent the pinnacle of the craft. These are all Platinum Medal Winners , recognized for their excellence in aroma, flavor, balance, and complexity. If you’re looking to discover a new favorite—or just want to see who’s setting the bar—th
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National Rum Day Is August 16—Celebrate with a Classic Daiquiri
The classic Daiquiri is a deliciously simple cocktail that consists of only three ingredients: white rum, lime juice, and sugar. The post National Rum Day Is August 16—Celebrate with a Classic Daiquiri appeared first on Bevvy .
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Joseph Magnus Murray Hill Club Review
This is the first of two videos that will feature a Bourbon from Jos. A. Magnus & Co.. Rather than saddling up to the Murder Table for this review, we took advantage of the warm weather and instead took our seats at The Barthenon. Normal people have kitchen […]
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No Corkscrew? No Problem! 8 Best Ways to Open a Wine Bottle Without a Wine Opener
We’ve all been there — you're ready to toast, but the cork won’t budge because, well, you don’t have a corkscrew or any other type of wine opener. Maybe you’re at a glamping picnic, a beach bonfire, or a friend’s place that should have one, but d.. Read More
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Customized Hospitality: Inside the Revana Estate Experience
Within the bucolic vineyards of St. Helena, Revana Estate has spent nearly three decades refining a singular focus: producing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley’s most pedigreed sites. Established in 1997 by Dr. Madaiah Revana, the 8-acre estate was one of the last undeveloped parcels on the valley floor, a blank canvas that would become… The post Customized Hospitality: Inside the Revana Estate Experience appeared first on Haute Living San Francisco .
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Rollertown Beerworks Launches Tap Handle to Honor Dirk Nowitzki
Frisco, TX – August 12, 2025 – Rollertown Beerworks is thrilled to announce the launch of a brand-new tap handle design for its beloved beer, The Big German. Paying homage […] The post Rollertown Beerworks Launches Tap Handle to Honor Dirk Nowitzki appeared first on NTX Beer .
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Cooper’s Hawk Talon Red 2021
Nice dark berry nose, on the mid palate the wine packs a punch firm firm black cherries, along with some earthy notes. On the medium length finish the wine displays some black peppery notes that stick to the tongue along … Continue reading →
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Top 10 French Recipes to Pair with Centre-Loire Wines
Top 10 French Recipes to Pair with Centre-Loire Wines ekoumbacheff Tue, 08/12/2025 - 10:24 Tags Centre-Val de Loire French Wines Red Wine White Wine Title World Top 10 French Recipes to Pair with Centre-Loire Wines Exerpt Enjoying wine and food together is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and few regions in France offer as much pairing versatility as that of the Centre-Loire. Home to a handful of globally renowned grape varieties—including Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir—the wines of the Centre-Loire come in an array of colors and styles, and promise to pair well with a variety of French-inspired dishes. To highlight the region’s versatility, we’ve rounded up 10 of the most popular Taste France Magazine recipes of all time and paired them with a distinct Centre-Loire appellation. Check them out below (and get your aprons ready!) Sponsor Off Content contains video Off Type of article ARTICLE States of content Valid Cherry Tomato and Fresh Goat Cheese Tartelettes Tatin - Pouilly-Fu
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Why sake deserves a place next to wine in the beverage world
As sake develops a stronger following, are we doing enough to make sake understandable to the new consumer? Nimmi Malhotra attended a sake masterclass in Singapore to investigate. The post Why sake deserves a place next to wine in the beverage world appeared first on The Drinks Business .
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Italian Wine Innovators: Three Case Studies
It is useful to step back for a minute and appreciate some of the ways that the wine industry is evolving under the influence of innovative producers. Sometimes innovation is so obvious you can’t miss it. That was the case for us, for example, when Sue and I participated in the big SIMEI wine technology […]
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Let the Ripening Begin!
The last stage in the development of a grape before harvest is veraison, a relatively...
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Dogfish Head Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale Review
This isn’t the first time that Dogfish Head has released a Grateful Dead themed beer. In 2013 they released American Beauty, “a psychedelic pale ale brewed with granola and succulent wildflower honey”. Then in 2019 they released a Grateful Dead inspired beer for Record Store Day. For 2025, […]
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Lakewood Brewing’s Lucky 13th Anniversary Celebration
DALLAS (August 2025) – Lakewood Brewing Company will officially enter its teens this month and is celebrating with beer, music, food, and fun on Saturday, August 16. Marking a lucky […] The post Lakewood Brewing’s Lucky 13th Anniversary Celebration appeared first on NTX Beer .
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Sin City Spirits – Spiced Rum With Attitude
This isn’t your typical heritage rum. Sin City is the rule-breaker of the rum world — small-batch, unapologetic, and dripping with attitude.
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Whiskey Review: Green River 250th U.S. Army Special Anniversary Bourbon
Introduction We’re excited for this one: Green River’s 250th Anniversary Special Release honoring the United States Army. This is a four-year age-stated bourbon that also includes up to seven-year-old whiskey in the blend. The mash bill is 75% corn, 15% rye, and 10% malted barley. Bottled at 111.1 proof, it retails for $49.99. We love Green River: between the quality of their regular lineup and the value they deliver, they’ve built a reputation that’s hard to beat—without ever feeling like “bargain bin” whiskey. Nose Bob: Honestly, the first thing I’m getting is ethanol. It’s a little more alcohol-forward than their typical releases. Now, it’s almost barrel proof here, but we’ve had their full proof many times and I think that has a little more character. This just leans more alcohol-forward. There’s a bit of minerality here too, almost like mineral water. If this were in a blind, I’d give it 6.5/10 on the no
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Whiskey Review: Beach Whiskey Island Coconut
Introduction We’re taking a break from our usual straight whiskey reviews to try something a little different: Beach Whiskey Island Coconut . The label on the bottle technically refers to the brand as “American Beach,” but the brand refers to itself simply as “Beach Whiskey.” This is a 52-proof coconut-flavored whiskey liqueur made from white dog as its base spirit. Normally, you’d expect coconut flavor in a rum or vodka-based liqueur, but here they’re using whiskey, and we think that’s a brilliant idea. With whiskey production at an all-time high and demand starting to cool off, why not experiment? Coconut whiskey is a new angle in the flavored spirits market, and we’re curious to see how it stacks up, especially at just $20 a bottle . They also make a cinnamon version, but today we’re focusing on the Island Coconut. While we won’t be giving full category scores for this one (since it’s not a traditional whiskey),
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Whiskey Review: Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Introduction We’re well underway on Season 10 of the podcast, and returning with a bottle that sparked strong opinions from us in the past: Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey . Formerly known as “Basil Hayden’s,” this small batch bourbon from Beam Suntory dropped the apostrophe a few years back, as if disowning the juice entirely. Now simply "Basil Hayden," it remains one of the most recognizable (and polarizing) names in modern bourbon. Part of the Beam small batch collection alongside Baker’s, Booker’s, and Knob Creek, Basil Hayden was first released in 1992. It’s bottled at 80 proof and, although the mash bill is undisclosed, it’s rumored to contain 62% corn, 27% rye, and 10% malted barley —making it a high-rye bourbon . This time around, Bob and Brad dive back into the bottle with open minds (well, mostly), ready to reassess whether this widely available bourbon is worth the $40 price tag. This review is taken from o
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Sip, Tour, and Take Home: A Visitor’s Guide to Big Creek Winery
Welcome to Big Creek Winery – Pulaski’s Hidden Gem If you’re traveling through Middle Tennessee or planning a weekend getaway, Big Creek Winery in Pulaski should be on your must-visit […] The post Sip, Tour, and Take Home: A Visitor’s Guide to Big Creek Winery appeared first on Big Creek Winery .
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Off Flavors in Beer with Jamil Zainasheff – BeerSmith Podcast #330
Jamil Zainasheff joins me this week to discuss off-flavors and imbalances in beer brewing. Subscribe on iTunes to Audio version
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Modern Brews + Beats Podcast #229 – 6th Anniversary Show
Episode 229 marks six years of Modern Brews + Beats Podcast. For this special episode, we are joined by Stefan King of HopLore Brewing - The Mill in Leesburg, Indiana. The post Modern Brews + Beats Podcast #229 – 6th Anniversary Show appeared first on NTX Beer .
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Andrea Seeger: craft in the Black Forest
Andrea Seeger owns and runs the Craftbeer Lodge in Freiburg, Germany. She has been keeping the spirit of craft thriving in the Black Forest region by being one of the few outlets for brewers to sell their beers and also by creating a few collabs under the Beer Lodge brand. The post Andrea Seeger: craft in the Black Forest appeared first on Beer Idiots .
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Hop to it
Follow your tastebuds down the rabbit hole at Victoria’s welcoming new wine bar It’s a drizzly Monday night in Victoria and things are, um, hopping at Rabbit Rabbit. Tonight is the new-ish wine bar’s weekly themed “staff meal session,” with the Beatles vs. the Rolling Stones on vinyl, Chef Billy Nguyen’s fish ‘n’ chips on […] The post Hop to it appeared first on VITIS .
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Laphroaig Releases 2025 Càirdeas Lore Cask Strength
Laphroaig's 2025 Cairdeas release is Lore Cask Strength, an update to the classic Lore expression that's bottled straight out of the cask at 59.6% ABV. The post Laphroaig Releases 2025 Càirdeas Lore Cask Strength appeared first on Bevvy .
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July Events Recap: Sipping, Savoring, and Summer Celebrations
From intimate wine dinners that paired seasonal dishes with perfectly curated pours, to lively wine and spirits tastings that introduced new favorites and old classics alike, every event was a toast to summer. The post July Events Recap: Sipping, Savoring, and Summer Celebrations appeared first on DMV Distributing .
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