Buzzard’s Roost is launching a patriotic bourbon for America’s birthday
Back in 1976, America was celebrating its bicentennial. For those unaware, that was the United States of America’s 200th birthday. Well, while we all enjoy the glow of sparklers and thunderous explosions of fireworks every July 4th, we haven’t really had anything exciting to celebrate since the mid-70s. That changes this year because 2026 is […]
Four Roses’ new Experimental Series whiskey is inspired by Japan
Four Roses is well-known for its award-winning whiskeys. Recently, the brand announced the launch of its exciting new Experimental Series. This limited-edition collection will allow the team to get creative with recipes, ages, and aging vessels. The first release in this new series was inspired by techniques used by Japanese single malt whisky-makers. Four Roses […]
Celebrate the start of summer with a new 20-year-old straight rye whiskey from Bulleit
While bourbon is referred to as America’s “native spirit”, rye whiskey actually has a longer historical footprint in the US. While bourbon didn’t get its start until the late 1700s, rye whiskey was popular decades prior. So, it only makes sense that in celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday, Bulleit would release its oldest […]
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Wooler Brands is releasing both a whiskey and a vodka
Founded by 30-year spirits veteran Jason Wooler, Wooler Brands recently announced the launch of two distinct spirits: Wooler Whiskey, a Kentucky Straight Bourbon distilled in Bardstown, Kentucky, and JP Vodka, a gluten-free, 100% corn-based vodka produced in Texas. Wooler Spirits The first two spirits released by Wooler Brands are the aforementioned Wooler Whiskey and JP […] -
Willett Distillery Fills The First Barrel At Their New Springfield Facility
There’s a particular kind of confidence required to build a brand-new distillery in 2026, as the bourbon industry is in the middle of a hard correction. Jim Beam paused production at its flagship Clermont facility for the entire year, Kentucky warehouses are sitting on a record 16-plus million aging barrels, and U.S. whiskey distillers cut […] -
Blade and Bow is releasing a new, annual solera-aged whiskey
Blade and Bow differentiates itself from some of its counterparts in Kentucky by using a Solera system for aging, blending bourbons of different ages to create a unique expression. Recently, it announced the launch of a new limited-edition, annual Solera-aged expression. Blade and Bow 12-Year-Old Solera Reserve Crafted by Nicole Austin, the Director of American […] -
Six subscription services you can buy dad today and gift tomorrow
We all love Dad. But that doesn’t mean we are not guilty of waiting until the last possible moment to buy him a gift. If you are like me, then you have definitely had those moments where you completely forgot what day it was. If you got a call from mom today and reminded you […] -
Are Four Vats Better Than One? Blade and Bow’s New Bourbon Thinks So
There’s an easy way to finish a bourbon and a hard way. The easy way is a single cask — pull the whiskey, rest it in one wine or Cognac barrel, bottle it. The producer’s behind Blade and Bow’s new 12-Year-Old Solera Reserve chose a harder way: the Solera process, which instead routes the liquid […] -
West Coast IPAs for fans of bitter hops
West Coast IPAs aren’t for everyone. That’s a fact. Some might describe them as the cilantro of the beer world. Either you love them, or you absolutely hate them. For those who can’t get enough of this IPA style, they crave the piney, citrus-driven, borderline aggressively bitter flavor. This is an article for these folks. […] -
New Whiskey SHĀNG Is a Fusion of Chinese Baijiu and Kentucky Oak
I’ve had my share of cross-cultural spirits concepts over the years, and I’ll admit I usually come to them braced for a gimmick. So when I heard a new brand was blending Chinese baijiu (the world’s best-selling spirit, and one most Americans have never tasted) with American whiskey and calling it an entirely new category, […] -
Penelope Bourbon is launching its Classic Series with two whiskeys
Penelope Bourbon is well-known for its blending, experimenting, and highly creative whiskeys. And while I’m all for uniquely aged and finished Kentucky straight bourbons and other whiskey styles, sometimes I want something simple and traditional. That’s why I was so excited when I heard about Penelope Bourbon’s Classic Series featuring Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and […] -
TX Whiskey is launching a new three-barrel experimental whiskey
Founded in Fort Worth, Texas, TX Whiskey is well-known for its TX Straight Bourbon and TX Blended Whiskey, as well as for using Texas-grown grains and other ingredients. Recently, the popular brand announced the launch of a unique, new whiskey: TX Whiskey Triple Cask. TX Whiskey Triple Cask The newest release (and the 17th overall) […] -
Coors, Yes, That Coors, Just Released Its Most Ambitious Whiskey Yet
Coors Whiskey Co. launched its Blended American Malt Whiskey today, and it’s a limited one: 1,200 individually numbered bottles, available for Father’s Day only in Colorado and Illinois at $79.99. The expression is built on Coors’ proprietary malt and Colorado malt, a direct nod to Molson Coors’ malting heritage. You may have heard of them; […] -
Elijah Craig is adding to its Single Barrel series with a 21-year-old bourbon
Elijah Craig is a name that often comes up in whiskey history books. There’s a legend that the former Baptist preacher invented what we now know as bourbon in 1789 when he decided to age his corn whiskey in charred oak barrels. Whether or not that story is true or simply advertising doesn’t really matter. […] -
Booker’s Bourbon is launching a bourbon to pay tribute to a family milkshake
Booker’s Bourbon has been releasing uncut, unfiltered, cask strength, small batch Kentucky straight bourbons since Booker Noe launched the brand back in 1988. Typically launching four times per year, fans of the bourbon eagerly await its release. Recently, the iconic brand announced the launch of Batch #2 of its 2026 releases: The “Milkshake Batch”. Booker’s […] -
Buchanan’s Whisky debuts a simple, refreshing cocktail for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Buchanita is a refreshing drink combining scotch and pineapple. Find it at stadium concessions, bars and fan zones throughout the World Cup, or make it yourself at home. -
Sour beers to add some tart to your life
If you’re the type of drinker who prefers a thirst-quencher over a malty, rich beer, sour beers are for you. Sour beers, as the name suggests, are crafted to be tart and sour. They’re known for their acidic, memorable flavor profile that leaves you craving more. There’s no need to go heavy on caramel or […] -
Scotch With Rick Ross and a Taste of Luc Belaire’s New Alcohol-Free Rosé
Luc Belaire, a wine brand from the heart of France, has built a loyal following pairing French refinement with hip-hop swagger. The brand’s latest release, Luc Belaire Alcohol-Removed Rare Rosé, brings that verve to the growing non-alcoholic category. To discuss the new release, I sat down with Luc Belaire’s brand ambassador, none other than Rick […] -
Gins perfect for spring mixing
It might not feel like it, but it’s still spring until summer begins on June 21. This means you have more time to enjoy warm-weather cocktails. In spring and summer, no spirit is better for the season than gin. Still, there are many options to consider. Before we get into the best gins for spring, […]
Coffee & Tea
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Can the Philips Baristina Latte replace your coffee shop run?
Since its debut two years ago, the sleek Philips Baristina has been a countertop staple for aspiring home baristas wanting to make espresso beverages at home. Now, Philips has exciting news taking this model to the next level with the newly launched Philips Baristina Latte. Expanding upon the same appearance and functionality of the original […] -
De’Longhi expands its popular classic espresso machine collection
De’Longhi always something new brewing (no pun intended). As a global leader in espresso machines, De’Longhi has just announced an expansion of its existing Classic Espresso Machine lineup with the introduction of the new Classic Matte Black & Classic Stainless Steel colors. Building on the success of last year’s Classic launch and further advancing the […] -
Coffee lovers are obsessed with these new summer releases from Sightglass
Founded in San Francisco in 2009, Sightglass Coffee is a cult-favorite roaster based in San Francisco that’s on the rise amongst coffee lovers. Just named one of Chowhound’s Top 15 Coffee Roasters in America, coffee lovers are obsessed with the newest summer releases, perfect for enjoying in any form. Whether you like it iced, hot, […] -
Skip the mug: 7 better Father’s Day gifts for coffee-loving dads
I don’t know about your Dad, but I know for a fact mine would laugh at another “world’s best dad” mug. While there’s a time and a place for a thoughtful mug (no hate on these), every coffee lover I know has more than enough mugs to last two lifetimes. So many mugs that get […]
Recipes
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Upgrade your coffee with these rich and carb-free keto coffee creamer recipes
These keto coffee creamer recipes make sticking to a keto diet easy. -
Daiquiris done by Chinola for National Rum Day
A pair of Daiquiri recipes from the tropical fruit liqueur purveyors. -
Death & Co.’s Naked and Famous is the cocktail you’ll crave all summer
How to make a modern classic in the Naked and Famous cocktail, from Death & Co. -
Brooke Williamson’s new cookbook delivers fresh, high-protein dishes: Our fave recipes
A look at some of the top recipes from Brooke Williamson's new cookbook.
Food
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We explore how Japan is bringing its take on pizzas and burgers to America
Burgers and pizza, some of America's most iconic foods, are being reimagined by Japanese chefs. From wagyu to utilizing Japanese flour, Japanese interpretations of burgers and pizza still resemble the original inspirations but are uniquely different. Recently, several chefs and restaurants have been bringing that Japanese style to America, some to much acclaim. We spoke to a few to learn the details. -
A Michelin-starred restaurant in a subway station? We examine their new menu with Chef Aaron Chang
Located behind an unassuming door in a New York subway station, Nōksu, a one-Michelin-starred restaurant, is reinventing itself. A new chef is now helming the fine-dining establishment, Chef Aaron Chang, combining his Korean heritage with New Nordic techniques. -
Aged venison? Maui Nui, a Hawaiian-based venison producer, explains all
Steakhouses are famous for their dry-aged beef, giving the steak that nutty, blue cheese funk. Generally, beef is associated with aging, but all meat can benefit from aging. Venison is a great example. "Aging refines the flavor," explains Jake Muise, Founder & CEO of Maui Nui. -
No outlet, no problem: this Pit Boss pellet grill runs on battery for 15 hours and it’s down to $329
Battery-powered pellet grills are a fairly new category, and most of them ask you to accept meaningful compromises on cooking performance. The Pit Boss PB150PSB doesn’t play that game. It’s down to $329.99 direct from Pit Boss, a $170 saving off its $499 original price, and it brings genuine wood-fired flavor to wherever you happen […]