Upland Brewing Co. announced last week that Easy Chair Amber Ale will be released on draught and in six packs in early November. You know the chair: strategically placed at the midpoint between your speakers, broken in like your favorite pair of jeans. When it’s time to kick back and chill there’s no place you’d rather... Read More
Sonoma Cider, the award-winning producer of such innovative hard ciders as The Hatchet, The Pitchfork, and The Anvil, is adding two new flavors to its highly acclaimed line-up, set to launch November 9, 2015: The Pulley, featuring the flavor of absinthe combined with crisp, tart apples cider; and Dry Fuji, part of the company’s “Cider... Read More
The top challenge for a brand or business, above and beyond the daily hurdles, is getting your product in the hands (and mouths) of your potential customers. Your goal is to get them to taste it, love it, and then share with their friends to let them know how much they need to experience it... Read More
Buying winery direct? Get a better tasting glass by following these simple tips. When buying wine either directly from a vineyard to take home while traveling abroad, or through a winery direct shipping program, you will want to avoid experiencing what is known as bottle shock. Bottle shock is happens when a wine is shaken,... Read More
This week is the Billboard Music Awards, and what goes on in front of the camera is just half of the party. Celebrities like Iggy Azalea, Katy Perry, Charlie XCX, Taylor Swift, and Sam Smith will also be privy to some of the best in food and cocktails backstage in lounges and private suites. I... Read More
On April 14th , beverage professionals from all over the world will gather at the Call for Cocktails Mixology Competition at the 72nd annual WSWA Convention and Expo. Read More
Each year, the annual Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) Convention serves as the launchpad for new products and drinking trends poised to make an impact in the months and years to come. Major liquor distributors, global wine and spirits conglomerates, bar owners and press looking forward to walking the conference’s massive trade show... Read More
Grab a cocktail, and party poolside with a free concert from Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum superstar Nelly & DJ set by Nick Cannon, sponsored by Azzurre Spirits! Las Vegas is home to some of the best in entertainment, fine dining, and now spirits. Almost a year to date, Azzurre Spirits marks the launch of their Las... Read More