Taster’s Tips

Is it just me, or does the Christmas season always seem to sneak up on us? One minute we're enjoying Halloween, and the next thing you know, stores...

Whether you entertain every weekend or you just like to wind your day down with a stiff drink or smooth cocktail, these are just a couple of reason...

Calling all liquor lovers! If you're like us, you love sampling different types of alcohol. But – let's be honest – doing that at a bar can get exp...

There are many reasons to keep a variety of alcohol on hand in your home bar. Different spirits bring different characteristics to the drinks you s...

Tequila is usually reserved for shots while pre-gaming or at parties. And then añejo tequila joined the chat. Añejo tequila gives whiskey a run for its money with its amber-colored, smooth sipping characteristics. What is anejo tequila? 

We’ll tell you. But first you need to learn the basics of tequila. 

Whether you’re a tequila connoisseur or you’re just dabbling in the age-old spirit for the first time, it’s extremely versatile in many types of drinks including tequila cocktails.

There are some common misconceptions between mezcal vs tequila. While both come from Mexico, are distilled from the agave plant, and are frequently swapped in cocktails like margaritas, there are some key differences.

If you’re looking for something new and unique to serve your guests or just unwind with at the end of a tough day, you might consider one of many delicious mezcal cocktails.

Some people say you become an adult when you turn 18. Others say it isn’t until you land your first real job. But for us, we think the real marker you’ve made it is when you move on from pooling your cash with your roommates to buy a handle of vodka, and get serious about starting your very own home bar.

So you’ve decided to give a Taster’s Club membership for the holidays. Great! They’re going to love it. Now strap in, because here comes the hard part: picking out just the right one.

Everyone knows how hard it is to shop for the men in your life. Whether it’s your dad, boyfriend or best friend, men are typically difficult to shop for. Add in Christmas traffic, packed malls, long lines and screaming kids and your patience is worn thin. That’s not the jolly Christmas shopping experience you should have. It’s also hard to shop for special and unique gifts that will actually continued to be used throughout the year. Yes, you could opt for tools, another stiff work shirt or the somewhat thoughtless gift certificate, but why not do something a little different this year.

Whiskey aficionados might shun the idea of mixing this varied and complex spirit into whiskey cocktails. But, this isn’t so for all whiskey lovers or anyone curious about and getting acquainted with the drink. In fact, whiskeys range in all sorts of flavor profiles that are brought out when mixed with different combinations.