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An Evening at Harvest with David Hopkins & Bridlewood Wines
May 5, 2012 in Wine
David Hopkins is California through and through. His relaxed and down to earth demeanor is complemented by long, white hair and a diamond-studded ear. He splits his time between a beautiful winery in Santa Ynez Valley and beachside in surfs up Pacific Palisades. Much like the wines he makes, David is a product of the terroir that surrounds him. Part chemist, part artist; he's as much a skilled craftsman as a passionate explorer. This is my kind of winemaker. Get him started and he can mesmerize you with stories about grapes and vines and the chemistry of making wine. [...] Continue Reading
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Taste of the Nation, Boston: A Great Showcase of Local Craft Beer & Spirits

On April 23rd, 2012 in Beer

Since 1988, Taste of the Nation has raised more than $73 million in the name of ending childhood hunger. As Boston’s largest hunger fundraiser, Taste of the Nation has become a culinary powerhouse – bringing out some of Boston’s absolute … Continue reading →


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On the Radar: Upcoming Boston-Area Beer, Wine & Whisky Events

On April 12th, 2012 in Beer

The number of beer, wine and spirits events continues to grow as the national thirst for craft and the general demand for quality drink increases. Over the next few months in the Boston-area, there are dozens of events worth seeking … Continue reading →


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Taking Session Beer to the Next Level (with Chris Lohring of Notch)

On March 30th, 2012 in Beer

If you had asked me 15 years ago if the day would come when I specifically looked for lower alcohol beers, I’d have said you were crazy. But times change. Preferences change. And most days, big 9% double IPA’s just … Continue reading →


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You Say Tornado, I Say Whiskey: E.H. Taylor Warehouse C Tornado Surviving Bourbon.

On March 7th, 2012 in Whisky

This, friends, is a tornado. And this is whiskey. (Okay, you know what whiskey looks like) And, this is whiskey after surviving a tornado in “Warehouse C.” Any questions? As you may know from my fascination over the release of … Continue reading →


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Great Whisky Events: Go Whisk(e)y Weekend At Julio’s Liquors

On February 28th, 2012 in Whisky

I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again, there aren’t enough good whisk(e)y events in the US – especially here in New England. The closest WhiskyFest is in New York. Kentucky Bourbon Festival is in, well, Kentucky. Okay, we … Continue reading →


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Downtown Whisky – Drinking Tribeca, NYC

On February 21st, 2012 in Whisky

New York City. It’s a hell of a town. And if you’re a Scotch fan your journey is not complete until you go downtown. Down to Tribeca, where you’ll find yourself in a candy land of whisky wonder, full of … Continue reading →


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Valentine’s Bourbon: Four Roses Small Batch 2010 Limited Edition

On February 14th, 2012 in Whisky

Your sweetie may be fond of a dozen roses for Valentine’s Day, but if you want to worm your way into a bourbon-lover’s heart, it’s Four Roses all the way. I’ve been looking for an excuse to do a review … Continue reading →


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Beer Advocate’s Extreme Beer Fest Night of the Barrels (A.K.A. OakFest 2012)

On February 8th, 2012 in Beer

I don’t like the word epic. I never use it. It’s very sensational and it reminds me of growing up in Northern California with words like “hella,” and “bro.” It’s just not my cup of tea. Nevertheless, there seems to … Continue reading →


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