Every year New Yorkers come together for what is known as the Manhattan Cocktail Classic. The Classic is an annual celebration of the myriad of points of intersection between cocktails and culture. Nearly one hundred events take place, spread across five days and four boroughs, and a two-day trade conference to boot. Last Saturday, LeJay Creme de Cassis, along side […]

The Manhattan Cocktail Classic is a week of spirits, mixologists, and of course, cocktails! Consumers, press and trade all attend many events and learn the secrets to making some sensational cocktails, while sipping with other spirits lovers. One of the many events that took place was a Japanese Mixology event at Angel’s Share, a fun speakeasy bar that’s certainly hidden to […]

Every year during the Manhattan Cocktail Classic, thousands of New Yorkers struggle to decide what boozy events to attend and which ones can be skipped. Yesterday’s impeccable weather made for the perfect backdrop to Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum’s Bartender Brunch, which took place at the Delancey. Downstairs, guests were able to choose from three delicious wake-me-up cocktails, load up their […]

Cinco de Mayo = fiesta time. For some reason, everybody seems to love this holiday. It may be because of the food, it may be because of the culture, but our guess is that it definitely has something to do with the tequila. Whether you are looking to celebrate with a margarita in hand, or something a bit different, we […]

The vineyards of Italy, Napa Valley and even Long Island have dominated the wine industry, but there is one country that is making a comeback. The old world wine of Bulgaria is making their place in the modern wine market. Once the second largest wine producer in the world during the 1980’s Bulgaria suffered a decline with the fall of […]

The Kentucky Derby rears its head again this Saturday and while you don your big hats and seersucker suits, it’s only appropriate for you to be sipping on something equally classy. Whether your a fan of the standard cocktail of the day, the Mint Julep, or you’re hankering for something else, we’ve got plenty of options that will fit right […]

With vodka being the most popular spirit in the country, there are countless numbers of different brands, plus a variety of different flavors. Vodka can be mixed with just about anything and varies in prices. Pinnacle Vodka decided to put their product to the test with a taste off. Manhattan with a Twist was invited to the charming Millesime Restaurant for the […]

              Vodka, whiskey, rum, tequila, gin…these usual suspects can often be found making appearances at parties, in your cocktails, and straight up in shots. However, lesser known spirits are making their mark, whether as part of a signature cocktail, on a bar menu, or in your local liquor store. We recently discovered Byejoe, a […]

With Suntory’s recent purchase of Jim Beam it is no doubt that Japanese whisky is making its mark in the spirits world. Leave ROCHELLE Out of It is one of the top whiskey bars in New York City and the perfect destination to try lovely Japanese whiskys and sip with one of the most knowledgeable people in the industry. Stephen […]

Move over Grey Goose and Kettle One, there’s a new spirit in town that not only captures the classic vodka taste, but is also committed to giving back to charities. Marquis Vodka, one of the fastest growing spirit brands in the world, is being introduced to restaurants, nightclubs and bars throughout New York. Known as “The Virtuous Vice,” Marquis Vodka […]