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El Bandido Yankee Tequila, 100% Certified Additive-Free, oxygenated for extra-smooth flavor, launching in June.

  Amidst a booming tequila market and an impressive selection of bottles on shelves, a new tequila launches in time for patios and parties post-COVID. And as part of the brand, a mysterious, fun-loving bandido is delivering the damned finest tequila to aficionados everywhere. El Bandido Yankee Tequila Company launches with its first two expressions, […]

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Pacific Wine & Food Classic Presents New Curated Tasting Experiences October 1, 2022

Newport Beach, Calif. – August 25, 2022 – Pacific Wine & Food Classic presents exciting new tasting experiences to accompany an extensive lineup of chefs, restaurants and wineries set to participate in the fourth annual epicurean event. Named one of USA Today’s list of 10 Best Food Festivals in the country, Pacific Wine & Food […]

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Inglenook Unveils Spectacular 22,000 Square-Foot Winery Cave, Featuring 120 Remotely Controlled Fermentation Tanks

Inglenook Unveils Spectacular 22,000 Square-Foot Winery Cave, Featuring 120 Remotely Controlled Fermentation Tanks That are Aligned with each Organically Farmed Vineyard Block Complex design includes 30 miles of wire, 6 miles of conduit, 1,000 cubic yards of low CO2 concrete, and a separate room for white wine fermentation RUTHERFORD, California (August 25, 2022) – Francis […]

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Meet Mutiny Island Vodka

A Smoking Sensational Award-Winning Spirit! by Ellen Fassler   In a recent trip to the Virgin Islands, it was brought to my attention to explore a spirit native to the islands, and it wasn’t rum!  My goal was to experience the #1 Vodka in World uniquely made from breadfruit and Caribbean rainwater, on the island of […]

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GRAY WHALE GIN AND THEIR LOVE FOR THE PACIFIC COASTLINE

This a premium California gin that is based only on six botanicals, which is less than a lot of gins on the market and progress in six years has been substantial. The smartly packaged gin is now number five on the market in the premium gin division, and the smooth taste coming out of their […]

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“Shaken, Not Stirred”…….The Name’s Morgan; Piers Morgan!

The name’s Morgan; Piers Morgan! Piers Morgan has already declared his desire to take on Daniel Craig’s role as the world’s most famous super-spy – James Bond, but William Hill have now added him to their list of contenders. The former Good Morning Britain presenter teased fans with a snap in a traditional 007 pose […]

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FRED MINNICK’S ASCOT AWARDS HONORS; THE BEST SPIRITS OF 2021

English Whiskey earns historic win for first time ever in major spirits competition with ‘Best in Show’ Whiskey Award. Heaven Hill Brands win Best Distiller. A panel of 27 tasters chose the top spirits selects for 2021 from more than 600 entries Fred Minnick, a world-renowned bourbon and spirits critic, best-selling author, podcast host and […]

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El Bandido Yankee Tequila, 100% Certified Additive-Free, oxygenated for extra-smooth flavor, launching in June

Amidst a booming tequila market and an impressive selection of bottles on shelves, a new tequila launches in time for patios and parties post-COVID. And as part of the brand, a mysterious, fun-loving bandido is delivering the damned finest tequila to aficionados everywhere. El Bandido Yankee Tequila Company launches with its first two expressions, a […]

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TWO RARE BOTTLES OF WINE FROM HUNGARY’S FAMOUS TOKAJ WINE REGION

  CREATED BY ITS ORIGINAL WINEMAKERS IN 1889 – THE ZIMMERMAN FAMILY TO BE OFFERED AT AUCTION June 2021. Two bottles of incredibly rare 1889 Tokaji Essencia, Zimmerman Lipot from Hungary’s most renowned wine region Tokaj and from the most famous family to produce it, will be offered in Dreweatts Fine and Rare Wine and Spirits sale on July 8, […]

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NEFT PREMIUM VODKA BASED ON AUSTRIAN RYE

When a large attractive package showed up in Beverly Hills we were Immediately intrigued. The high rating of 98 given by Tasting Panel magazine also got us excited, as did the list of prestigious awards given to the brand at the highly rated San Francisco Spirits Competition. Neft is a rye-based vodka with the all-important […]

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24th Annual Lodi Wine & Chocolate Weekend Returns this May

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Beloved passport-style event to replace annual lakeside festival at limited capacity in 2021   LODI, Calif., April 19, 2021 –– Lodi’s highly anticipated 24th annual Wine & Chocolate weekend safely returns Saturday, May 15, and Sunday, May 16, 2021! This event is a fantastic way to spring forward into the new normal […]

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GUILLOTINE ORIGINALE VODKA AND GUILLOTINE HERITAGE VODKA

                                    GUILLOTINE ORIGINALE VODKA AND GUILLOTINE HERITAGE VODKA https://guillotinevodka.com/     VODKA REVOLUTIONAIRE la vodka fait sa revolution   Vodka Aged in Limousin Oak Cognac and Armagnac Barrels Made in a 100 Year Old Distillery in France   […]

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TEQUILA HERRADURA UNVEILS LIMITD EDITION COLECCION DE LA CASA

        Michael Hepworth TEQUILA HERRADURA UNVEILS LIMITD EDITION COLECCION DE LA CASA SCOTCH CASK FINISH MAKES IT UNIQUE Mexico(Spiritsman)10/17/14/–Spiritsman was live in Mexico this week to be one of the first people to taste the latest release from Tequila giant Herradura. The tasting of the Coleccion De La Casa with a Scotch […]

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Heritage Fine Wines; Jordan Andrieu opens in Beverly Hills

        Michael Hepworth   By Cheri Fox Heritage Fine Wines; Jordan Andrieu opens in Beverly Hills Beverly Hills, CA(10/11/14/–On Thursday October 9, 2014 Beverly Hills welcomed the opening of Heritage Fine Wines at 9400 S Santa Monica Blvd, and the corner of Canon Drive. Jordane Andrieu owner and third generation wine maker, […]

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OLE SMOKY MOONSHINE AVAILABLE IN 49 STATES

OLE SMOKY MOONSHINE LANDS MAJOR DISTRIBUTION DEAL NOW AVAILABLE IN 49 STATES           Michael Hepworth     HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)9/29/14/–Moonshine has now been legal for about 4 ½ years and of the handful of companies selling right now, OLE SMOKY out of Gatlingburg, Tennessee seems to have the upper hand. About 750,000 cases […]

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HIGHLAND PARK LAUNCHES DARK ORIGINS SINGLE MALT

        Michael Hepworth   HIGHLAND PARK LAUNCHES DARK ORIGINS SINGLE MALT Can’t Beat It Scottish version of a ‘bootlegger” HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)9/13/14/–Highland Park Scotch Whisky has a rich heritage from its home base in Orkney where it is one of The few distilleries in the farthest Northern outpost of the British Isles. The new […]

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SCHRAMSBERG SPARKLING WINES AND THE POLITICAL CONNECTION

SCHRAMSBERG SPARKLING WINES AND THE POLITICAL CONNECTION   Michael Hepworth  Hail To the Chief  HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)7/16/14/–Schramsberg Wines are based in Calistoga, California, and the relatively high end.Winery has been family owned since 1965 at the original estate started by German Immigrant Jacob Schram in 1862. Interestingly at that time their were 21 wineries. In Napa Valley utilizing less […]

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A BEER DRINKERS GUIDE TO ENJOY KNOWING AND ENJOYING FINE WINE

A BEER DRINKERS GUIDE TO ENJOY KNOWING AND ENJOYING FINE WINE WORLDS BEST COCKTAILS   By Michael Hepworth Hollywood(Spiritsman)7/12/14/–I always thought that beer drinkers were equally as fascinated with wine, but apparently Many do not know the first thing about it. Hence the book by author Jim Laughren, Certified Wine Educator and President of WineHead […]

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A TALE OF TWO RUMS-PILAR AND PRIVATEER

    A TALE OF TWO RUMS-PILAR AND PRIVATEER BOTH RUMS STEEPED IN HISTORY Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)7/7/14/–There are two new rums on the market called Pilar and Privateer, and both have an interesting tale to tell. First of all Pilar is actually called Papa’s Pilar, and is named after Ernest Hemmingway’s constant companion and muse, […]

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Sage Restaurant in Las Vegas Serious Cocktail Culture

Michael Hepworth     SERIOUS COCKTAIL CULTURE AT THE SAGE IN LAS VEGAS   Las Vegas,NV(Spiritsman)5/27/14/–Sage Restaurant at the swanky Aria Hotel in Las Vegas is the signature restaurant from Chef Shawn McClain, and his elegant food pairs well with the classy cocktails available. The space itself is spectacular with lighting and décor to match […]

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