THE LINCOLN BAR IN VENICE OFFERING CLASSIC COCKTAILS
– Michael Hepworth THE LINCOLN BAR IN VENICE OFFERING CLASSIC COCKTAILS Venice,CA(,)12/13/16/–The recently opened Lincoln Bar in Venice is a large area that is perfect for socializing, but I do hear it gets really packed on the weekends which is really no surprise. We just had the chance to try some of Their […]
Read MoreElectric Sky Wine was created for music loving, festival attending consumers
– Michael Hepworth By Cheri Fox Electric Sky Wine HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)12/7/16/–Electric Sky Wine was created for music loving, festival attending consumers. The perfect drink for on the go at a concert, play, or show. Electric Sky Wine is coveted by Interscope artists and has quickly become a favorite among celebrities, socialites, trend setters […]
Read MoreSoltado Picante-flavored Anejo “HAVE A HIT OF HEAT!” A New Tequila Sensation
– Michael Hepworth “HAVE A HIT OF HEAT!” A New Tequila Sensation: Soltado Picante-flavored Anejo By Michael Cohan, Libations Analyst HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman) 12/6/2016–A Nightclub.com representative reported in August 2015 that the face of the future tequila market is always changing to create the ultimate drinking tequila. Tequila producers are always trying […]
Read MoreTHE ASTONISHING RISE OF JAPANESE WHISKY A new book by Dominic Roskrow
– Michael Hepworth THE ASTONISHING RISE OF JAPANESE WHISKY NEW BOOK TELLS THE STORY HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)11/29/16—.If you are a whisky afficianado then the new book by English writer Dominic Roskrow called “Whisky Japan” should be on your Xmas stocking list. This is an impressive 288 page book that tells the story Of how a […]
Read MoreRAYMOND 1886 IN PASADENA LAUNCHES NEW COCKTAIL MENU
– Michael Hepworth RAYMOND 1886 IN PASADENA CHARMING OUTDOOR SPOT LAUNCHES NEW COCKTAIL MENU Pasadena(Spiritsman)11/21/16/–Raymond 1886 in Pasadena is not in the hip and crowded downtown area of city, but the location is a delight with a large outdoor dining area perfect for winter nights. The menu can loosely be described as American rustic, and I […]
Read MoreOC BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL “IT’S TIME TO GET THIRSTY!”
Michael Hepworth OC BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL “IT’S TIME TO GET THIRSTY!” By Michael Cohan Anaheim (Spiritsman.com) 10/19/16 – The Rock ‘n Brew festivals of RockStarBeer Productions landed at the Grove of Anaheim on Saturday October 8th. The OC Beer & Music Festival that took place is the combination of what […]
Read MoreVALDIVIESO WINES FROM CHILE
Michael Hepworth VALDIVIESO WINES FROM CHILE A MEETING WITH WINEMAKER BRETT JACKSON Beverly Hills(Spiritsman)10/19/16/–Winemaker Brett Jackson from Valdivieso Wines was in Beverly Hills for a trade show, but the night before I hooked up with him and his sales director at Ocean Prime to learn more about these wines. My previous experience with wines from Chile […]
Read More2016 Longines Masters Series Grand Slam Indoor Show Jumping, Long Beach
Michael Hepworth By Kay Schroeder Long Beach(Spiritsman)10/2/16/–EEM Founder and CEO, Christophe Ameeuw is creating quite a buzz in the world of equestrian events by making Long Beach, CA the destination of the first leg of the 2016 Longines Masters Grand Slam Indoor Show Jumping. According to those in the know, Long […]
Read MoreChampagne Day October 21, 2016 “Pop a Bottle” raise a glass
Michael Hepworth HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)9/26/16/–Champagne Day is on October 21, 2016. This all day global event celebrates all things Champagne, the sparkling wine that comes only from Champagne, France. People will be blogging, tweeting, posting and sharing their photos, videos and experiences online between now and the all day celebration. Some of your readers may […]
Read MoreAuchentoshan Single Malt Scotch Whisky only beer & whisky cocktail served at OC BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL,
Michael Hepworth Anaheim(Spirtisman)9/30/16/-Auchentoshan Single Malt Scotch Whisky will be the only beer & whisky cocktail served at OC BEER & MUSIC FESTIVAL, taking place in Anaheim on SAT, OCTOBER 8, 7-10pm at 2200 E Katella Avenue. Auchentoshan Brand Ambassador Robin Nance teamed up with Master Cicerone Pat Fahey […]
Read MoreCAMUS COGNAC SEEKING TO EXPAND AMERICAN PRESENCE
Michael Hepworth CAMUS COGNAC SEEKING TO EXPAND AMERICAN PRESENCE SPIRITSMAN MEETS MASTER BLENDER PATRICK LEGER HOLLYWOOD(Spiritsman)9/20/16/–The Cognac market worldwide is dominated by Hennessy and Martell and sometimes it is harder for the smaller brands to breakthrough in the United States at the same level they are at in Europe or even Asia. One of […]
Read MoreTITOS America’s Original Handmade Craft Vodka
Michael Hepworth TITOS HANDMADE VODKA “I figured if I could make a vodka so smooth that women would drink it straight, I’d really have something.” By Kay Schroeder TEXAS(Spiritsman)9/17/16/–For weeks friends have been telling me about a new brand of vodka called Titos. Surprisingly, they all used […]
Read MoreSan Diego Spirits Festival 2016: Eight Years Strong Award winning Vodka, Old School Bourbon Whisky , Gangster Rum
Michael Hepworth By Peter Peterson San Diego Spirits Festival – Eight Years Strong San Diego(Spiritsman)9/4/16/–Sometimes part of the adventure is the ride to the event. Driving down to San Diego is always a joy. Sunny skies and coastal views. This was the eighth annual San Diego Spirits Festival. Many people arrived […]
Read MoreSAN DIEGO SPIRITS FESTIVAL 2016: “A Party on the Bay! How hip is your drink?!”
Michael Hepworth SAN DIEGO SPIRITS FESTIVAL 2016: “A Party on the Bay!” “How hip is your drink?!” SAN DIEGO SPIRITS FESTIVAL – The Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier “A Party on the Bay!” By Michael Cohan San Diego (Spiritsman.com)8/30/16 – The people at Stolen Rum seemed to sum […]
Read MoreSan Diego’s 8th Annual Spirits Festival Music, Culinary and Mixology celebration of cocktail culture
Michael Hepworth SAN DIEGO SPIRITS FESTIVAL its all about Craft Cocktails – Culinary & Culture AUG. 27-28, 2016 \Port Pavilion Broadway Pier\ SAN DIEGO Bayside at the Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier San Diego(Spiritsman)8/24/16/–San Diego Spirits Festival is a destination event that targets industry insiders, consumer cocktail and culinary lovers alike, it’s a nationally acclaimed and it is the premiere […]
Read MoreCROCKER STARR WINES FROM ST.HELENA PUTTING OUT HIGH QUALITY WINES
Michael Hepworth CROCKER STARR WINES FROM ST.HELENA BOUTIQUE WINEMAKER PUTTING OUT HIGH QUALITY WINES West Hollywood(Spiritsman)8/16/16/–I had not heard of these wines before meeting the winemaker Pam Starr, but if passion and dedication mean anything then they will be around for quite some time. At a winemaker luncheon at AOC in West Hollywood. […]
Read MorePEONY VODKA – Three Meadows Spirits “A Subtle Blend of 9 Ingredients!”
Michael Hepworth PEONY VODKA – from Three Meadows Spirits “A Subtle Blend of 9 Ingredients!” By Michael Cohan Hollywood(Spiritsman.com) 8/16/16 – Peony Vodka was invented in the Eastern Hudson Valley of New York in Millerton which is adjacent to the borders of New England. The people at Three Meadows […]
Read MoreWINES FROM SAN LUIS OBISPO CHARDONNAY AND CABERNET SAUVIGNON LAUNCHED
Michael Hepworth TRUE MYTH WINES FROM SAN LUIS OBISPO CHARDONNAY AND CABERNET SAUVIGNON LAUNCHED San Luis Obispo,CA(Spiritsman)8/9/16/–True Myth wines hail from San Luis Obispo where the winemaker is Christian Roguenant, and the focus is Chardonnay from Edna Valley and Cabernet Sauvignon from Pasa Robles. The Niven family pioneered grape growing In the Edna […]
Read MoreEL CONSUELO TEQUILAS A Remarkable “Beautiful & Rare Spanish Flower!”
Michael Hepworth EL CONSUELO TEQUILAS A Remarkable “Beautiful & Rare Spanish Flower!” By Michael Cohan Hollywood(Spiritsman)7/5/16/–El Consuelo Tequilas translation into Spanish has one interpretation as “A beautiful and rare Spanish flower.” How true! Their palate pleasing sweetness is garnered from tequilana Blue Weber Organic Agave plants that won’t mature for […]
Read MoreA special toast to Jonathan Mitchell, He touched thousands upon thousands of people
Michael Hepworth Moment of silence and a special toast to Jonathan! West Hollywood(Spiritsman)7/4/16/–This week, we lost a dear friend and member of our extended Trade Family, Mr. Jonathan Mitchell. Jonathan was best know for his time at the PALM West Hollywood and his leadership at Ocean Prime in Beverly Hills. … […]
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