Beards, Booze, and Bacon: The Craft Beer Trends Episode
This week on The Manual poscast we speak with Brew/Drink/Run's Lee Heidel to find out what was hot in craft beer in 2018 and what his predictions are for 2019 trends.
Talking Portland’s Craft Beer Scene with Alex Ganum of Upright Brewing
Portland has one of the most dynamic brewing communities in the country. The Manual podcast crew sat down with Upright Brewing's Alex Ganum to talk about 10 years of making beer and what's next for the city's craft scene.
Talking Irish Whiskey with Tullamore D.E.W.’s Tim Herlihy
Ever wanted to learn more about Irish whiskey? This week's episode of The Manual podcast dives into the topic with Tullamore D.E.W.'s Tim Herlihy.
Celebrating World Whisky Day with Bacardi, Beards, Booze, and Bacon
World Whisky Day is March 27 and to celebrate, The Manual podcast crew sat down with two Bacardi Single Malts Brand Ambassadors to talk all things Scotch whisky.
Beards, Booze, and Bacon: The Food Foraging Episode
On this week's episode of The Manual podcast, we chat with chef Drew Adams of Bourbon Steak about, well, bourbon and steak, as well as foraging for food and turning your finds into gourmet meals.
A Quick and Easy Guide to Scotch Regions and Their Whisky
For a whisky to be called Scotch, one rule must be followed above all else: the whisky must be aged in oak casks in Scotland for at least three years. Once you know the No. 1 rule, it's important to become familiar with the six different Scotch regions, each with their distinct styles and taste profiles.
The One Ingredient That Will Make Your Cocktails Go from Oh to Oh Damn
With just this one simple ingredient, you'll transform your cocktails.
Amarula Cream Liqueur Review: Help the Elephants
Help the planet and enjoy yourself at the same time with Amarula Cream.
Ahoy Mateys: 6 Rums to Drink to Celebrate National Rum Day
Celebrate National Rum Day in style with these 6 rums for all different tastes.
VDKA 6100 Review: New Zealand Born, Globally Bred Vodka
Interested in trying a new vodka made in New Zealand but that has a global appeal? Check out our review of VDKA 6100 to find out more.
Be a ‘Ginvestor’: Drink Gin and Provide Clean Water Worldwide with One Gin
Drinking gin can help provide clean water to those in need, thanks to One Gin from Sussex, England's Blackdown Distillery.
The Return of the Original Tennessee Whiskey: Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery’s First 108
The original Tennessee Whiskey is back. Check out First 108, the latest release from Nelson's Green Brier Distillery. Cheers.
Up Your Bourbon Game: Buy An Entire Freakin’ Barrel of It
Learn how to buy an entire barrel of bourbon, thereby making you a badass extraordinaire
Giveaway: One Bottle of Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 23 Year Old
We finally got our hands on a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 23 Year Old. Since we are fine, upstanding gentlemen, we decided we should share it with you.
Hendrick’s Gin and The BoomCase Collaborate on the Most Peculiar Speaker System Ever
Audiophiles and gin lovers unite! Hendrick's Gin and The BoomCase crafted a unique sound system that doubles as a suitcase and gin tea set.
Tito’s Vodka Partners with Candy Company for Boozy New Treats
Who wouldn't love vodka-infused candy? Thanks to a new collaboration with Austin-based Tito's Vodka and the famously sweet Sugarfina, we can have it.
When Whiskey and Food Come Together, Everybody Wins
The same folks behind Bacon and Beer Classic brought us Whiskey Feast, a day-long event filled with small bites, cocktails, and doughnut walls (seriously).
Love a Good Guinness ‘Stache and Helping People? It’s Your Lucky Day
Showing off your Guinness 'Stache is perhaps the easiest way to help others. Ever. Make your own, post some pics and help others.
Budweiser Moves Forward with Plans to Brew Beer in Space
Budweiser is moving forward with plans to launch barley into space aboard a SpaceX CRS-13 rocket. One small step for barley, one giant leap for beer-kind.
Review: Avuá Cachaça Aged in Rare Brazilian Wood
Avuá’s newest release, Tapinhoã, is a cachaça named after the rare species of hardwood found in certain parts of South America in which the spirit is aged.
Planters Jumps into the Craft Beer Game with Mr. IPA-Nut
Mr. Peanut teamed up with Lombard, Illinois’ Noon Whistle Brewing to fire up the brew kettle and release Planters' first beer. Named Mr. IPA-Nut, the India pale ale is made with the brand's honey roasted peanuts.
Rock Out With These Sunglasses Made From Recycled Guitars
Check out Parkman Sunglasses' newest release, shades made to rock.
Pink Gin Review: Yes, It’s a Thing
The Royal Navy started it, you can finish it. Check out our review of The Bitter Truth's Pink Gin.
Jim Beam’s Little Book Bourbon Review
Eighth generation distiller Freddie Noe has released his first whiskey, Little Book, a nod to the Noe family and the connection to Jim Bean and Knob Creek.
Vinn Whiskey Review: A Rice Whiskey to Keep on Your Radar
Portland's Vinn Distillery makes the only rice whiskey in the US. Check out of review and tasting notes of this unique spirit here.
Tommy’s Batch Booker’s Bourbon Review
Check out the latest in the Booker's Bourbon Batch Collection, the 2017-01—Tommy's Batch, named after Tommy Crume, one-time distillery manager at Booker's.
Basil Hayden’s Rye Whiskey Review
Basil Hayden's is already known for having a high rye bourbon, and now it has jumped into the rye whiskey game with their newest release.
Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Review: Straight From the Barrel
Check out Bulleit's newest release, a barrel strength version of their frontier whiskey, made from a high-rye mash bill (one-third rye, two-thirds corn).
Blue Nectar Tequila Review: Hints Of Peanut Butter?
We review Blue Nectar Tequila's Reposado Extra Blend. With notes of peanut butter and chocolate, this tequila is flavor flip you have to try.
Bully Boy Estate Gin Review: Essence of New England
Want a gin that distills the essence of New England? Bully Boy Estate Gin is here to help.
Canadian Club 100% Rye Whiskey Review
Canadian Club steps it up by producing a single-grain rye whiskey. Set aside your assumptions and settle in to find out if it's worth it with this review.
Afrohead XO Rum Review: The Spirit of the Caribbean
Born in the West Indies and enjoyed worldwide, check out our review of Afrohead XO, a rum aged for 15 years in oak barrels.
Switching It Up: Disaronno Introduces First New Product in Almost Half a Millennium
We sat down to try Disaronno's first new offering in almost five hundred years.
Triple Threat: Meet Tullamore D.E.W.’s Latest Whiskey, Trilogy
You’re going to want to get your hands on Tullamore D.E.W.’s newest (and oldest) Irish whiskey
Rye-owa: Templeton Rye Breaks Ground on New Distillery
Like Templeton Rye? Well, have we got some good news for you. Check out the details here about their new facility that'll be opening soon.
Are Egg Whites Intimidating? Try InstaFoam
Need to up your cocktail game to include fizzes and sours but are intimidated by egg whites? Never fear, InstaFoam is here.
The 4 Best Things To Drink When You’re Sad About The Brexit
Are you sad about the Brexit? Make these cocktails and feel at least a little better.
17-Year-Old Highland Park Single Malt Scotch Whisky Review
In the second release of a one-two punch that will highlight the distinct seasons on the Orkney Islands, Highland Park released The Light, a 17-year-old single malt Scotch whisky represents spring and is complemented by —you guessed it — The Dark.
FEW Spirits Debuts Collaboration with The Flaming Lips
FEW Spirits and The Flaming Lips have teamed up to release a new spirit, Brainville Rye Whiskey, made from a combination of rye, corn, and malted barley.
The Macallan Gets a Little More American with Double Cask
The Macallan Double Cask 12 Year Scotch Whisky is distiller's latest release and uses both Sherry-seasoned European Oak and American Oak to age their whisky
Two Laphroaig Scotches To Enjoy This Fall
Pull out your glencairn glasses and pour yourself a dram of one of the two newest expressions from Laphroaig: The Lore and Cairdeas Madeira.
Glenmorangie and Renovo Team Up to Make the Booziest Bicycle Ever
Ever wanted to own a wooden bicycle made from Scotch whiskey barrels? Now you can, thanks to a new partnership with Glenmorangie and Renovo.
Forbidden Root & Fernet-Branca Collaborate to Create “Fernetic”
Chicago-based Forbidden Root has collaborated with Italian amaro brand Fernet-Branca to create "Fernetic," a brand new botanical black ale.
This Patron Tequila Release Was the Fanciest We’ve Ever Seen
Two giants in their respective industries, Patron (tequila) and Lalique (crystal), have come together to create a something special.
The Rye-ght Stuff: Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Rye
Check out the first new Jack Daniel's grain recipe in 100 years—Single Barrel Rye!
Be A Gentleman: Drink Gentlemanly Wine
These wines will ensure that you don't embarrass yourself when it matters most.
Review: Doug Funnie’s New Favorite, Beet Booze?
Check out our review of this 100% beet-made spirit from Boardroom Spirits.
Stillhouse Spirits Names G-Eazy Partner & Co-Creative Director
Stillhouse Spirits, the whiskey company known for its beautiful cans has named a new partner in their venture--and that partner just so happens to be G-Eazy
Party like it’s 1933? Check out “The Best Cocktail Shaker Since Prohibition”
Up your cocktail game with this innovative yet old school tool.
Hennessy’s Master Blender’s Selection is One-of-a-Kind Art in a Bottle
Master Blender's Selection N°2 will only be made once — ever. Get your bottle of this rare, limited edition release from Hennessy before its gone.