The holidays are approaching and that means parties, potlucks, and sometimes uncomfortable gatherings with family. I tend to drink a little more during the holidays because of the added social stress, and I don’t think I’m alone. But what do you do when you’re trying to cut back on the booze and traditional mocktails make you cringe?  Self-described as “craft […]

From local pubs to high end restaurants, the popularity of craft beer continues to soar. Need proof? The evidence is right there on the menu! The selection of craft beer is just as long as the wine list at restaurants and bars these days. So what distinguishes a craft beer? According to the Brewers Association, a trade group for American […]

It’s not every day that you get to sample a selection of fortified wines by multiple legendary producers from Porto and pair them with classic New York staples, let alone from the comfort of an incredible Soho apartment that used to belong to Madonna. The team behind Taylor Fladgate, Croft & Fonseca came together to create a cozy atmosphere that was […]

The countdown to Halloween is on! And while adults no longer have the privilege of trick-or-treating, we do have the privilege of being 21+! That means we can indulge in some boozy beverages that will make us forget that we can’t score free candy from strangers. Bloody Carrie “Mix” (Created by Cody Goldstein of Muddling Memories, for SVEDKA) 2 oz […]

Aperitif liquors like Amaro, Rosato, Campari, and Aperol have made a resurgence in American drinking culture, and their ubiquitous presence on every cocktail list in town makes this girl very happy.   Another brand on the scene that is well known in Italy but just beginning to drive awareness in the states is Ramazzotti. With a diverse portfolio and a backstory deeply […]

It’s no secret that vodka is one of the most popular spirits in the United States. The spirit’s undeniable versatility guarantees that its popularity is only going to continue to soar. As a proud vodka enthusiast, I’m always looking for the latest brands and flavors on the market. But vodka isn’t the only thing I have a keen interest in. […]

Osteria 57, an unassuming subterranean restaurant on West 10th Street, is a picturesque Italian spot that at first glance, encourages only nursing bottles of wine and twirling spaghetti over long, intimate dinners. Tweaking the business model of a traditional osteria, the owners have recently launched “a liquor program with a higher purpose,” which ties into the values and goals of […]

In today’s social media driven world, it seems like every day there’s a new Instagram or Twitter post promoting a new National Food or Drink Day to celebrate. On August 25th, you can join the rest of America’s whiskey lovers by celebrating National Whiskey Sour Day. Traditionally, whiskey sours are made with bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg whites, […]

Grecian hot spot Nerai celebrated its coveted Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence last night in Midtown Manhattan. The popular restaurant offers wines from all major wine-growing regions around the world, as well as smaller, family-owned boutique wineries in Greece. All of the wines they offer are carefully selected by Wine Director and General Manager Michael Coll, with options […]

Let’s go back to the basics. These days there’s at least a handful of unpronounceable ingredients in everything you consume – from supposedly healthy supplements to those chips you love and even your favorite iced teas. Eliza, Founder of herbal tonic brand Sunwink, found herself dealing with an auto-immune disease and chronic stress following working for one of the biggest […]