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03.18.13 · 4:06 PM

Celebrating St. Patrick’s with Kentucky, Tennessee—and Japan

I celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a bourbon, a “Tennessee whiskey” and a Japan blended whiskey. I know, I know, St. Patrick’s Day is supposed to be enjoyed with Irish whiskey. So sue me. But let’s be honest: With the changing characteristics of every type of whiskey, is it really that big a deal anymore? Hell, at a recent Balvenie tasting, I was informed the lovely juice in my glass was partly aged in bourbon casks. A dram is a ... Read more...

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03.5.13 · 11:16 AM

Chocolate wine revisited: It’s not just for Valentine’s Day

Newsflash! You can wear white after Labor Day and chocolate wine isn’t just for Valentine’s Day. Ok, full disclosure: I actually discovered my new favorite chocolate wine at a tasting on February 14. While the chocolate-centric holiday might be the impetus for sampling this type of drink, it certainly isn’t the only time to bust out some sweet reds. Over the past few years, the market for chocolate wine has expanded greatly, offering a much larger range of products. What ... Read more...

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03.4.13 · 1:52 PM

Balvenie and bagpipes: Whiskey heaven

One great thing about whiskey fests: All the great offshoot events they inspire. Last Friday’s Nth Universal Whisky Experience at Encore attracted the world’s premiere whiskey distillers in one location, and Lorne Cousin, the brand ambassador for Balvenie, took advantage of the visit to host a private get-together of his Las Vegas friends at Mandalay Bay’s Foundation Room on Saturday night. To say this was a Scottish-themed night is something of an understatement. Kilts were in ample supply, and the ... Read more...

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Cocktail of the Week May 15, 2013
by Sabrina Chapman

The Golden Pillar: An architectural cocktail built for XS

This Sunday, XS nightclub celebrates the grand reopening of its after-dark pool party, Night Swim. Along with the bash comes a new offering of signature cocktails served by the pitcher, ...
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