This is tasting that has been a couple of years in the making. Ken has been a long time supporter of ours, but more importantly he has been a long time wine aficionado. Winner of the 2013 Wine Blog Award and a 2014 Wine Blog Award finalist, Ken knows a thing or two about wine […]
With some of the most creative labeling around, Clown Shoes understand that a witty name can do wonders in the beer world. With all the humor, Clown Shoes can back up their label with solid, well thought out beers that show great range. This Ipswich brewery is always trying out new things. Most recently we […]
I am very pleased, and fortunate, to have Donal O'Gallachoir hosting a unique Irish Whiskey experience. Donal is one of the principals at the first craft distillery in Ireland. Of course, at one time there were many craft distilleries however, consolidation and large corporate ownership have shaped distilling in Ireland for a long time. Glendalough's […]
Whether you are just getting into bourbon or are a long time aficionado, it is time to try Bulleit Bourbon (and Rye, for that matter). The Bulleit family has been making this fine spirit for generations and it is one of the very best buys on the whiskey shelf. It is a great expression of […]
This is a tasting not to be missed. Alex is the owner of Select Wine Imp. (www.selwine.com) and recently picked up the wines from Twelfth Night (www.velawines.com), a New Zealand based wine company. While Alex will be pouring wines like Firriato Etna Rosso and Etna Bianco and La Font du Loup Cotes du Rhone, Beth […]
We all know E&J Gallo Wine Co, what you don't know, however, is that they aren't just marketing geniuses. E&J is a family owned and operated company that nitpicks over appropriateness of place and varietal as much as the next wine geek. With brands like MacMurray, which is dedicated to bringing the best examples of […]
On May 16th we are having a two-for-one tasting. While both drink makers are producing high quality beverages, they are in two very different categories. First we have a Trappist Ale from Spencer. Brewed by the Monk's of Saint Joseph's Abbey in Spencer, MA, this ale is quickly becoming one of the most highly sought […]
Terrazas is not up and coming because they have reached the top with one of the ultimate expressions of terroir, 'Cheval de los Andes'. This winery has become a superstar in Mendoza producing some of the most expressive examples of malbec this side of Cahors, and with help from Cheval Blanc how couldn't they. However, […]
Crown Royal is famous world wide for is remarkably smooth taste with delicate caramel and vanilla notes. It is Canadian Whiskey at its finest and well worth a try...
We are very pleased to have the Bruichladdich Distillery's brand director, Sarah West, visiting the market and presenting 2 seminars at Colonial Spirits on Friday, October 10th As Bruichladdich has found its way over the last decade is has earned a reputation as one of the best distilleries in Scotland, with a passion for local […]
