Three Olives Grape Vodka: Stirring Up Memories

Remember Pixie Stix, the powdered candy that comes packaged in multi-colored wrappers that resemble drinking straws?  Their varietal of flavors is beginning to remind me of something else; Three Olives Vodka.  This is not meant to be an unflattering comparison, but rather an observance that came to me last night as the Three Olives Grape [...]

POM Wonderful Cocktails Sweeten the Deal for Lollipop Lovers

The following lollipop media release has nothing to do with the liquor industry or cocktails, but it did catch my eye as a throwback to times when kids could walk into a corner convenience store with a pocket full of change and walk out with a pocket full of penny candy.  Lollipops or suckers, whichever [...]

Mekhong – The Spirit of Thailand: Spirit on the Rise

Mekhong – The Spirit of Thailand – is an exciting new spirit to the United States that has captured the attention of bartenders and cocktail chefs around the globe due to its unique taste experience.  This extraordinary spirit mixes like rum, yet provides distinctive flavor sensation beyond the ordinary.     Mekhong will be featured at [...]

Port Askaig Islay: Single Islay Malt Scotch Whisky

Media Release: The single malts of Islay are arguably Scotland’s most talked about whiskies and are recognised for their sweet, fruity flavours and smoky, peaty character. Port Askaig, Speciality Drinks’ new range of single Islay malt whiskies, achieves the perfect balance of these flavours and embodies the unique spirit of Islay and its people.   [...]

Tradition with a Twist: Early Times Mint Julep

The Kentucky Derby is almost upon us with the date being days away, May 2, 2009. Early Times Whisky kicked off the celebration “early” with its 10th anniversary Early Times Mint Julep commemorative bottle depicting two power house race horses striding towards the finish line with the Derby crowd and famed Twin Spires in the [...]