CECCHI WINES FROM ITALY AND A MEET UP WITH THE WINEMAKER
– Michael Hepworth CECCHI WINES FROM ITALY AND A MEET UP WITH THE WINEMAKER Beverly Hills (Spiritsman) 6/17/17/–This Chianti based winemaker Andre Cecchi made a lightning trip to Beverly Hills recently and we got the chance to try some of his exceptional wines. The winery which sits in a slight elevation in a […]
Read More‘Zuma Zacapa Live Solera,’ Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas one of only 11 restaurants in the world to serve it
– Michael Hepworth ZUMA JAPANESE FUSION CUISINE AT THE COSMOPOLITAN LATEST VENTURE FROM INTERNATIONAL GROUP Las Vegas (Spiritsman)5/24/17/–After checking out Zuma in London just over a year go I was extremely excited to learn about the recent opening at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas and to see how it compared. Well the report cards are in about the […]
Read MoreTULLAMORE D.E.W WHISKEY FROM IRELAND VERSATILITY WORKS IN ALL COCKTAILS
– Michael Hepworth TULLAMORE D.E.W WHISKEY FROM IRELAND VERSATILITY WORKS IN ALL COCKTAILS HOLLYWOOD (Spiritsman)5/22/17/–Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey continues to go from strength to strength in the United States mainly thanks to their pro-active marketing policy aimed at consumers as well as the spirits media. The distillery is actually located in the town of Tullamore with […]
Read MoreVIVANCO WINERY & FOUNDATION TEXTURES OF ELEGANCE: “Respect the Grape!”
– Michael Hepworth TEXTURES OF ELEGANCE: “Respect the Grape!” VIVANCO WINERY & FOUNDATION, Briones, Spain By Michael Cohan, Libations Analyst HOLLYWOOD (Spiritsman) 5/8/17–La Rioja, Spain. Just the mere mention of this internationality known region and bustling city sitting smack dab in northern Spain conjures up images of wondrous escapades of vast wineries […]
Read MoreLIBERTINE SOCIAL RESTAURANT AT THE MANDALAY BAY LATEST VENTURE FROM CHEF SHAUN McCLAIN
– Michael Hepworth LIBERTINE SOCIAL RESTAURANT AT THE MANDALAY BAY LATEST VENTURE FROM CHEF SHAUN McCLAIN Las Vegas (Spiritsman) 5/8/17/–Libertine at the swanky Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas is the latest venture of chef Shaun McClain, and since opening the doors in August 2016 they have made steady progress. At […]
Read MoreA MEETING WITH CARLOS CAMARENA OF EL TESORO TEQUILA
– Michael Hepworth A MEETING WITH CARLOS CAMARENA OF EL TESORO TEQUILA Los Angeles (Spiritsman)5/7/17/–El Tesoro tequila has a good name in the industry, and after you meet with Master Distiller Carlos Camarena you begin to realize why. He is a third generation distiller and at a private dinner in Los […]
Read MoreJARDESCA sweet and dry white wines Enjoying The Perfect Opening Drink
– Michael Hepworth Enjoying The Perfect Opening Drink Sonoma(Spiritsman)4/17/117/–Handcrafted in Sonoma, JARDESCA is the ideal marriage of California’s vineyards and gardens. A delicious blend of 3 California sweet and dry white wines balanced with a double distilled, fine, grape eau de vie, that’s enlivened with 10 botanicals, JARDESCA […]
Read MoreVivanco Viura-Tempranillo Blanco-Maturana Blanca A unique wine in the world
– Michael Hepworth VIVANCO VIURA-MATURANA BLANCA- TEMPRANILLO BlANCO A unique wine in the world VINTAGE 2016 Spain (Spiritsman)4/27/17/-Vivanco Viura-Tempranillo Blanco-Maturana Blanca. The first wine in Rioja, and in the whole world, to be made with this unique blend. Using traditional Viura as a basis and main variety (50%), […]
Read MoreHi-Lo’s Cocktail and Craft Box Club
– Michael Hepworth Cocktail and Craft Box Club Building Brands, Creating Connections, Designing Demand By Kay Schroeder HOLLYWOOD (Spiritsman) 4/11/17/–Cocktail and Craft Box Club is a monthly or bi-monthly membership offering/delivery of cocktail kits that enable the member to create a specialty cocktail of their choosing/ordering. Set to launch for spring and summer […]
Read MoreBUSHMILLS ” RED BUSH ” NEW BLEND for IRISH WHISKEY TASTES LIKE BOURBON
– Michael Hepworth BUSHMILLS ” RED BUSH ” NEW BLEND for IRISH WHISKEY TASTES LIKE BOURBON By Cheri Fox West Hollywood, CA (Spiritsman) 3/25/17/– On Monday March 13 Bushmills whiskey specialist Jack Ferris flew in from Belfast Ireland and hosted a private preview tasting of the new Bushmills Red […]
Read MoreTIA MARIA DARK LIQUEUR The All-Temperature Spirit Serve it at Ambient, Chilled, or Heated
– Michael Hepworth TIA MARIA DARK LIQUEUR Tia Maria is so delicious that it is great right out of the bottle. The All-Temperature Spirit Serve it at Ambient, Chilled, or Heated By Kay Schroeder HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)3/11/17/–Here’s how the manufacturer describes Tia Maria Dark Liqueur: “Clear, medium coffee color; vanilla; dark […]
Read MoreTHE UPPER WEST Restaurant In West LA/Santa Monica SERIOUS Creative Cocktail menu
– Michael Hepworth UPPER WEST IN SANTA MONICA BRINGS IN THE CROWDS SERIOUS BAR MENU ALSO IMPRESSES Los Angeles/Santa Monica, (Spiritsman) 3/3/17/–I have to confess that I had not heard about UPPER WEST restaurant In West LA/Santa Monica before my recent visit, but can gladly report That the seven year old restaurant is doing […]
Read MoreGeorge Clooney’s CASAMIGOS TEQUILA 100% Agave Azul
– Michael Hepworth CASAMIGOS TEQUILA Anejo 100% Agave Azul Tequila that Can Stand Alone By Kay Schroeder HOLLYWOOD (Spiritsman) 2/25/17–Rande Gerber, Mike Meldman and superstar actor, George Clooney set out to produce the ultimate premium tequila using only the finest 100% Blue Weber agaves. Their goal was to make the best tasting, smoothest tequila […]
Read MoreTia Maria’s coffee-inspired cocktails with natural Madagascar vanilla, the finest fresh Arabica coffee
– Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD (Spirtisman)2/23/17/–This season cozy up with one of Tia Maria’s coffee-inspired cocktails. Tia Maria Dark Liqueur (SRP: $23.99 for a 750mL or $29.99 1L) is a coffee liqueur made with natural Madagascar vanilla, the finest fresh Arabica coffee roasted to perfection and complemented with a touch of Jamaican rum. […]
Read MoreWINEMAKER ERICA CRAWFORD INTRODUCES LOVEBLOCK WINES FROM NEW ZEALAND
– Michael Hepworth A MEETING WITH WINEMAKER ERICA CRAWFORD LOVEBLOCK WINES FROM NEW ZEALAND Loveblock wines from New Zealand are a relatively new brand on the market but the people behind it are established veterans of the New Zealand wine scene. Kim and Erica Crawford created Kim Crawford wines and when they sold out for a […]
Read MoreValentine’s Day George Clooney and Rande Gerber’s Casamigos Tequila has great cocktails to celebrate the special day
– Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD (Spiritsman)2/7/17/–Valentine’s day is just around the corner and George Clooney and Rande Gerber’s Casamigos Tequila has great cocktails to celebrate the special day. CASAMIGOS HEARTS ON FIRE 2 oz. Casamigos Blanco Tequila 1 oz. Blood orange juice 1 oz. Fresh lime juice […]
Read MoreBOOM CONTINUES WITH KENTUCKY BOONDOCKS WHISKY
– Michael Hepworth WHISKY BOOM CONTINUES WITH BOONDOCKS NEW OUTFIT LOOKING TO MAKE QUICK IMPACT HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)1/3/17/–The Whisky boom continues unabated with the release of two expressions from a new company called BOONDOCKS. The Kentucky based company was founded by industry veteran Dave Scheurich and comes available in 95 Proof […]
Read MoreFOOD PAIRINGS FROM THE GLORIA FERRER SPARKLING NEW YEAR’S WINES
– Michael Hepworth GLORIA FERRER SPARKLING WINE FOOD PAIRINGS FROM THE AWARD WINNING BRAND HOLLYWOOD (Spiritsman) 12/23/16/–Gloria Ferrer is a sparkling wine you can always trust, and with prices between $22-$37 the value is also exceptional so here is a reminder of the available […]
Read MoreASTORIA AT CENTRAL PARK WEST “ART AT THE PARK” IRVINE CALIFORNIA
– Michael Hepworth ASTORIA AT CENTRAL PARK WEST IRVINE CALIFORNIA ART AT THE PARK Illuminating the Masters Benefitting Second Harvest Food Bank, Orange County By Kay Schroeder Irvine(Spiritsman)12/16/16/–Residents, media and guests were invited to attend the penthouse-hosted exclusive, inaugural event “Art at the Park” at the stunning Astoria at Central Park West coastal living apartment […]
Read MoreBELLE DE BRILLET PEARS & COGNAC
– Michael Hepworth BELLE DE BRILLET PEARS & COGNAC The Sparkle of Excellence By Kay Schroeder HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)12/13/16/–Maison Brillet is the owner of the 165 acres of vineyards located between the heart of the Grande Champagne region of Cognac and the River Charante in the Petite Champagne area. Maison Brillet produces […]
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