California Zephyr Railcar Charters Offer Exciting Summer Trip Byways of California and Oregon
California Zephyr Railcar Charters Offer Exciting Summer Trip Byways of California and Oregon June 4-9, 2013 Michael Hepworth By Bonnie Carroll Los Angeles, CA(Spiritsman)4/11/13/–Ever since George Mortimer Pullman introduced the Pioneer in 1864 people have been riding the rails in luxury, while enjoying […]
Read MoreLOUIS XIII DE REMY MARTIN® RELEASES LOUIS XIII RARE CASK 42,6
Michael Hepworth an extremely rare find in the 140-year history of the venerable French cognac. HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)4/8/13/–Extraordinary Discovery – Only the Second to Join Rare Cask Collection April 1, 2013 – Seldom do the forces of nature align to create the remarkable occurrence that is LOUIS […]
Read MoreDark Corner Distillery CLEAR MOONSHINE, LIQUID GOLD
MOONSHINE, LIQUID GOLD Micro Distillery Builds on Recent Successes Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)4/4/13/–Having been named the 2012 South Carolina Distillery of the Year by the New York International Spirits Competition, Dark Corner Distillery continues to prove themselves by receiving a Gold Medal and “Best of Category” award for their highly coveted Moonshine Corn Whiskey at […]
Read MoreA NIGHT OF CHOCOLATE DE VINE
A NIGHT OF CHOCOLATE DE VINE Benefiting the Santa Barbara Rape Crisis Center Michael Hepworth By Bonnie Carroll Santa Barbara,CA(Spiritsman)4/3/13/—The Santa Barbara Women’s Club was the destination for wine and chocolate lovers to savor some sensational wines and sinful chocolates to benefit the Santa […]
Read MoreLA Stella Winery & Celestino Drago created a six course wine pairing dinner
Michael Hepworth Los Angeles, CA (Spiritsman)3/24/13/—La Stella Winery is a small boutique winery at Osoyoos in the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, but they have formed a rather unique relationship with the iconic Los Angeles Chef Celestino Drago. The winery people came down to Los Angeles to Drago Restaurant in […]
Read MoreULTIMATE SPIRITS CHALLENGE 2013
ULTIMATE SPIRITS CHALLENGE 2013 ANNOUNCES BEST GIN, VODKA, SCOTCH, TEQUILA AND MORE 2013 Chairman’s Trophy Winners and Full Results Announced Today, Including USC’s First 100-Point Spirit ULTIMATE SPIRITS CHALLENGE 2013 Michael Hepworth New York, NY (Spiritsman)3/22/13/— – Ultimate Beverage Challenge’s (UBC) fourth annual Ultimate Spirits […]
Read MoreA Happy St. Patty’s Day with Willie & Trina Quinn at La Arcada Bistro
Michael Hepworth By Bonnie Carroll Santa Barbara,CA(Spiritsman)3/18/13/–Upper State Street in Santa Barbara was alive with the authentic sounds and cuisine of Ireland for St. Pat’s Day. Willie & Trini Quinn, proprietors of La Arcada Bistro at 1112 State, a few doors from the Santa Barbara Museum of […]
Read MoreBrad Pitt and Angelina Jolie What’s in a name? That which we call a rosé
Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD(Spirtisman)3/11/13/–The first 1000 cases of Miraval wine produced by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie were snapped up within hours of going on sale on … Six Thousand Bottles and counting “SOLD OUT” Fergie […]
Read MoreSOKOL BLOSSER WINERY IN OREGON adds NEW TASTING ROOM
Michael Hepworth Dayton, OR(Spiritsman)3/11/13/–Oregon wines are set to get a boost this year with the opening of the new Sokol Blosser Winery Tasting Room in Dayton, Oregon, sometimes in July. The new facility is expected to give Oregon wines a boost as well as lifting the spirits and heighten […]
Read MoreSAVVY LIBATIONS & A CIGAR At 2013 OSCAR SUITES
Michael Hepworth By Bonnie Carroll HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)3/4/13/–Some of our favorites being poured at a bevy of parties and glittering gifting lounges this year included Skinny Girl®Cocktails & Wines (from vodka, cosmos, margaritas to their new wines) who had an exquisite bar set up and some amazing cocktails at Sofitel Hotel along with Viva […]
Read MoreSpoonful Southern Restaurant From Georgia to Studio City
Michael Hepworth Studio City,CA(Spiritsman)3/3/13/—Southern Food in the valley is always welcome news, and in the case of Spoonful in Studio City it deserves to be around a while. Chef Victor Calderon has constructed a small but well balanced menu that pays more homage to Georgia and the Carolina’s than Louisiana. However after three months […]
Read MoreThe Divining Rod Wines “white magic” from MARK MONDAVI 99% Chardonnay and 1% Viognier
Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)3/3/13/—The Mondavi name means quality, so the release of their first new product in fifty years is something of an event. The Divining Rod Wines consist of a Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon and both are priced at $17 retail. The 2010 Chardonnay comes from the Santa Lucia Highlands and the 2010 Cabernet […]
Read MoreThe 39th Annual UNLVino ‘FALL IN LOVE AGAIN’ A Time-Honored Celebration Fundraiser
UNLVINO EXPANDS TO FOUR DAYS FOR 39TH ANNUAL EVENT – ‘FALL IN LOVE AGAIN’ – APRIL 18-21 UNLV’s William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration and Southern Wine & Spirits of Nevada to Raise Scholarship Dollars at Time-Honored Celebration Fundraiser Michael Hepworth LAS VEGAS(Spiritsman)2/25/13/– – This year, the 39th annual UNLVino will expand to […]
Read MoreSIRENA Opens up have a long wait a Coastal Italian restaurant
SIRENA OPENS UP AFTER A LONG WAIT Beverly Hills, CA(Hollywood Today)2/4/13/—Sirena is likely to be a hot new spot in Hollywood on Beverly Blvd following lastmonths opening after a long wait of at least 13 months for the owners. Architecturaland investor issues delayed the debut, but the Coastal Italian restaurant with a strong California connection […]
Read MorePINK PIGEON RUM FROM MAURITIUS
PINK PIGEON RUM FROM MAURITIUS Michael Hepworth Hollywood, CA(Spiritsman)12/31/12/—Pink Pigeon Rum is new to the USA market having been launched in May 2012, about a year after its release in England by the venerable spirits company Berry Bros & Rudd. […]
Read MoreBRU HAUS GERMAN RESTAURANT and CRAFT BEER PUB
Michael Hepworth West Los Angeles,CA(Spiritsman)12/25/12/—Bru Haus in West Los Angeles is not exactly a German themed restaurant, but more of a beer driven restaurant for the local party crowd with a solid attempt to serve food tinged with a German theme. That means sausages, sauerkraut and over 25 beers available from Germany, […]
Read MoreVAN GOGH VODKA-LEADING THE FLAVOR REVOLUTION hooking up with pop star Cyndi Lauper to support the Give a Damn Campaign
Michael Hepworth Hollywood, CA(Spiritsman)12/21/12/—Everybody seems to be getting into the flavored Vodka act with new launches almost every week, but Van Gogh Vodka are the pioneers. The Dutch distiller has now launched a very unique Vodka called PB& J Vodka, which consists of peanut butter and […]
Read MoreMUERTO Award Winning Resposado Tequila “Life Of The Party”
Michael Hepworth By Michael Cohan Hollywood, CA (Spiritsman)12/17/12/—The heart of this new agave have been “Baked to Death” in this aptly named new spirit, MUERTO Resposado tequila. This classic, full bodied tequila is chardonnay in color with an immediate nose of subtle vanilla. Its […]
Read MoreStolichnaya® Launches elit™ Vodka The Himalayan Edition Pristine Water Series
Michael Hepworth West Hollywood, CA(Spiritsman)12/15/12/—Le Petit Hermitage Hotel in West Hollywood is rapidly becoming the place in Los Angeles for the launch of a high profile liquor and this week was no exception. Spiritsman was at the west coast launch of the […]
Read MoreSully Erna Grammy nominated, multi-platinum rock band of Godsmack “rock the shots” Pura Vida Tequila Time 8:15
Michael Hepworth “Every day at 8:15 people around the world will know it’s time to grab their Pura Vida Tequila and rock the shots!” said Erna. “It’s the new 4:20!” In Colorado It Would Be 12:35 LOS ANGELES, CA(Spiritsman)12/10/12/– – Sully Erna, lead singer of Grammy nominated, multi-platinum […]
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