The world is strange… there’s no way escaping that. But the strangeness of social distancing, mask wearing and everything that goes along with it shouldn’t mean that you can’t get out and have a drink, feeling human along the way. How do you do it, though? New Riff has figured out an inventive way for […]
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I have talked a bit about Karrikin’s ‘Sparkling Spirits’ before with you – in fact, you can listen to more about them on Drinking With The Gnome, here if you’d like – but the important thing to note about them is that they are delicious, and an awesome choice to sip on when you might
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Two local entrepreneurs, Chad Brizendine and Jake Warm, have acquired the beloved local bourbon brand O.K.I. from New Riff Distilling. O.K.I.’s first single barrel releases are set for bottling at cask strength and release in Northern Kentucky this fall, just in time for bourbon enthusiasts’ busiest time of year. Paying homage to O.K.I.’s roots and
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Johnnie Walker is delighted to announce the launch of a new Scotch whisky honoring Johnnie Walker Master Blender Jim Beveridge’s forty years of exceptional craft and dedication to whisky. Johnnie Walker Master’s Ruby Reserve is made from some of the finest Scotch in the Johnnie Walker reserves, with Jim personally selecting eight exceptionally rare whiskies that evoke his
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DEWAR’S® Scotch Whisky, the world’s most awarded blended Scotch whisky, announces the unprecedented first-to-world launch of DEWAR’S Ilegal Smooth: DEWAR’S 8-year-old double-aged Blended Scotch whisky, finished in Ilegal Mezcal casks for a pleasant and unexpectedly sweet, smooth blend with a wisp of smoke. The second in a new cask-finished series of whiskies, DEWAR’S Ilegal Smooth aims to reflect the Scotch spirit’s progressive
Kilbeggan Distilling Company continues to revive Irish whiskey history and tradition with the limited-edition release of Kilbeggan® Single Pot Still, a mixed mash whiskey featuring oats, which were used at Kilbeggan Distillery in the 19th century. Pot Still whiskey is significant, as it is the traditional and distinctive style of Irish whiskey that was first produced in Ireland.
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Karrikin distillery is going to make some new folks in Ohio pretty happy with their latest news. As the brewery expands distribution into both the Columbus and Cleveland markets they take a major step into being one of the regions great distilleries. Both new markets will start to get their hands on the distillery/brewery’s bottled
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Allied Market Research recently published a report, titled, “Absinthe Market by Type (Absinthe Blanche, Absinthe Amber, Absinthe Verte, Absinthe Ordinaire, Absinthe Reve Pastis, Absinthe Bohemian, Absinthe Liqueur, and Premium Absinthe), and Application (Food And Beverage Industry, Cosmetic Industry, and Medical Industry): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2019–2026″. According to the report, the global absinthe
Whiskey and coffee have always belonged together, so it was about time someone united them in a modern way. Jameson® Irish Whiskey is offering a fresh take on the two distinctive tastes with the new, limited-edition Jameson® Cold Brew, an Irish Whiskey infused with natural cold brew coffee flavor. Created out of a passion for
Wrapping up a three part series from Karrikin we take a dive into what’s coming down the pipeline for this distillery. To help guide us through the conversation we pour a little bit of their ‘Emerge’ gin and take a quick tour through how they make it, and what pushed them to launch with two
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Trinchero Family Estates today announced a partnership with Hanson of Sonoma® Organic Grape-Based Vodka. Trinchero will be the sales, marketing and distribution partner for the craft organic grape-based vodka with distribution rights for North America. The partnership is a significant addition to the Trinchero Spirits and Specialty Beverage division, which was founded in 2012. The Trinchero Family Estates
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Kenwood needed this. It’s not a bar, it’s not another chain restaurant… it isn’t only about beer – it’s something new and refreshing. Hoppin’ Vines is a combination of a lot of different things than when combined create a space that will please anyone in your group of drinking buddies (or your non-drinking friends alike).
Hoppin Vines is a far cry from the TGI Friday’s that it replaced in Kenwood. Gone are the tacky things hanging on walls, and in their place lies a beautifully curated beer, wine and bourbon bar that would be amazing on it’s own – yet they’ve kicked it up another notch with the addition of
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Continuing what has already been a huge summer for soccer, Captain Morgan announces that it’s signed with Major League Soccer (MLS) to become the league’s official spiced rum and exclusive spirits partner through 2022. The Captain’s message to soccer fans is clear: there’s more fun to be had. The new deal names Captain Morgan as
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MGP will release Remus Volstead Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a one-time rare, reserve Bourbon, in November 2019. The new release coincides with the 100thanniversary of the start of National Prohibition – under the Volstead Act – that enforced the 18th Amendment outlawing the production and distribution of alcoholic spirits in the U.S. First ratified on January 16, 1919 and
“Shining a light on this hidden treasure of the whisky world is something we’ve wanted to do for some time. This indulgent new limited edition provides us with a wonderful opportunity to explore the remarkable layers of rich fruit found in every drop of Johnnie Walker Blue Label,” said Johnnie Walker Master Blender Jim Beveridge. Today, Johnnie
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“I’ve always been fascinated by the distinct favour profiles that distilleries from each of the four corners of Scotland offer, and what they individually add to our whiskies. The Johnnie Walker Black Label Origin Series gives us the opportunity to take people on a guided tour of the whisky producing regions, with each edition delving
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IClear Creek Distillery, one of the oldest craft distilleries in the United States, is proud to unveil the first addition to its portfolio in nearly a decade – Clear Creek Vodka. Clear Creek Vodka is 100 percent fruit-based – fermented and distilled from apples grown in the Pacific Northwest – and cut to 80 proof
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Basil Hayden’s® Bourbon, one of the fastest growing super-premium bourbons on the market, proudly announces the limited-time release of Basil Hayden’s Caribbean Reserve Rye™. Taking inspiration from the contrasting flavors of rye and rum, this blend of two Rye Whiskies finished with Black Strap Rum pushes category boundaries to offer whiskey fans an experience that
Reservoir Distillery announced today it has released Hunter & Scott Rye Whiskey, the second release in the Hunter & Scott line. The mash bill for Hunter & Scott Rye is made from 67% Rye and 33% Wheat, all Virginia-grown and vatted using Reservoirs single grain mash bills. “Hunter & Scott Rye is for the cocktail
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In 1897, the federal government enacted The Bottled in Bond Act to help guarantee a spirit’s authenticity and quality. Fast forward more than 120 years, Nicole Austin – General Manager and Distiller of Cascade Hollow Distilling Co. – is trying her hand at this special offering and reinforcing George Dickel’scommitment to making unique, high quality whisky available at
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Heaven’s Door™ Spirits, co-created by legendary musician and artist, Bob Dylan, today announced the release of the final bottles of its 10 Year Old 100 Proof Tennessee Straight Bourbon, a limited two-barrel lot batch. The brand also provided a first glimpse into its newest, and very rare whiskey offering, aptly named The Bootleg Series, which
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Zero sugar, one-hundred percent flavor and three new variants – if it sounds too good to be true, that’s probably because you haven’t tried new Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions yet. The new line from Smirnoff comes just in time for the warmer months and as a more balanced lifestyle is top of mind for many.
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I have tried to tell you that the folks at Karrikin have some big things planned, and I hope that you’re starting to understand that it isn’t just a reference to the size of their operation. From releasing a Baiju (we’re going to have to talk about that soon…) to this latest news of Sparking
It Isn’t Seltzer, It Isn’t Beer… Canned Sparking Spirits From Karrikin Read More »
I love Cincinnati’s drinking culture, and I’m endlessly fascinated to watch the drinking industry here in town grow and change. I’m a diehard craft beer fan, and a fairly novice booze lover as well – which is why this news is really exciting to me. Let’s take this, one step at a time. Who Was/Is
Shumrick and Leys Gets Bought, Rebranding On The Way. Read More »
In a Lawsuit filed today in Delaware Court (CASE #19-572), Brad Beckerman, the founder, CEO and Chairman of Stillhouse, LLC, one of the fastest growing and most innovative spirits companies in the United States sued Bacardi Limited – the largest privately-owned spirits company in the world—and others for $100 million dollars for extortion, fraud, financial malfeasance and more. Hip-hop artist and celebrity
CEO of Stillhouse Spirits Sues Bacardi For Extortion, Breach of Contract and More. Read More »
In 2011, Bulleit changed the whiskey landscape forever by introducing Bulleit Rye at the request of bartenders from around the world who were interested in re-imagining classic, pre-Prohibition cocktails. Eight years, and multiple San Francisco World Spirts Competition Double Gold medals* later for Bulleit Rye, the category that Bulleit helped build is booming as consumers
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You can find your way into most Cincinnati bars and find yourself a great Manhattan. We live in a good era to be a drinker, after all. However, when it comes to this cocktail… there’s a lot to appreciate and understand if you want to take things to a different level. The history? There’s a
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Tinto Amorío, the creators of canned Spanish-inspired sparkling wine cocktails, announces a significant retail distribution expansion across grocery locations in Southern California. Known for its Red Wine of the Summer™, the brand will be rolled-out by Albertsons across 340+ doors in their Albertsons, Vons, and Pavilions grocery stores in Southern California. Tinto’s Red Wine of the Summer™, a sparkling red wine
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Country music icon Tanya Tucker has conquered the music industry for more than five decades and is now launching Cosa Salvaje Tequila with founder Elle France. Cosa Salvaje is a silver spirit distilled by the family-owned Partida Distillery in Jalisco, Mexico from very mature Blue Agave plants, which results in a smooth, crisp taste. Stunning portraits for Cosa Salvaje by photographer Steven Lyon capture Tanya on a majestic Friesian horse on the sandy
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