Holidays & Themes

  • 7 Gifts To Make Dad Glad He Had You

    Hopefully dad appreciates you just the way you are, but these items can’t hurt in helping him love you just a little bit more …

    Highland Park 50

    With only 275 bottles produced, this prestigious edition is set to become an exclusive collectors’ item.

    Bottled at 44.8% ABV, Highland Park 50 Years Old is a vatting of five refill oak casks distilled in 1960.  This higher proof brings out richness of this special whisky.

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  • Memorial Day Food & Drink Recipes

    In honor of those who have died in service to the country, America celebrates Memorial Day on the last Monday of May. It’s also a great time to say thanks to men and women who have served or are still serving in our military.

    Since many people have the day off, it’s also one of the biggest barbecue and picnic days of the year. If you’ll be spending the day outdoors, here are some food … Read more

  • Eddie & Jimmy Russell to Help Bring Soldiers Home for Father’s Day

    Father-son distillers partner with Operation Once in a Lifetime to raise funds to send servicemen and women home for Father’s Day. During the month of June, Russell’s Reserve will donate a portion of its sales to Operation Once in a Lifetime (OOIAL). The donation will help OOIAL provide financial assistance to allow men and women of the armed forces the opportunity to fly home and spend some much deserved time with their families.

    Having spent

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  • Bourbon Balls

    Bourbon is magic, and bless Kentucky for giving it to us!

    This Southern treat takes less than 30 minutes to whip up and is perfect for a whole host of occasions — Kentucky Derby, Christmas, Wednesday nights…

    The bourbon flavor deepens over time, so leftovers (if there are any!) aren’t a problem. They keep for 12-15 days if stored in an airtight container.

    Ingredients

    1 cup crushed vanilla wafers
    1 cup chopped pecans
    2 tablespoons … Read more

  • Cinco de Mayo Food and Drinks

    Happy Cinco de Mayo! Here’s a quick and easy guide to everything you need to know to have a tasty holiday, Drink of the Week style. Enjoy!

      Not exactly sure what you’re celebrating? Here’s a brief primer on Cinco de Mayo.
        Margaritas are an essential part of the party. Here’s a classic Margarita recipe, plus a few variations.
        Try these twists: Arizona Margarita made with prickly pear, Piña Perfection Margarita with pineapple juice and Blood
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  • What is Cinco de Mayo?

    May 5th marks the day that Americans celebrate Cinco de Mayo to commemorate Mexico’s victory over the French in 1862. Interestingly, Cinco de Mayo is not celebrated in Mexico. Here are a few little known facts about Cinco de Mayo:

      California started celebrating Cinco de Mayo in 1863 (with national celebrations in the United States starting in the 1940s) Cinco de Mayo is credited with helping the Union win the Civil War (by preventing the
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    Tips for Spicing Up Your Margarita

    If you love the spice, as I do, why not add a little heat to your Cinco de Mayo margaritas? From easy-peasy to a wee bit involved, here are some ways to spice it up:

      Instead of a plain salt rim, use a combination of kosher salt and cayenne pepper OR kosher salt and chili powder to rim your glass. We have simple instructions on how to rim a glass, if you need a refresher.
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  • Pico de Gallo

    Serving chips and salsa along with your margaritas on Cinco de Mayo? Try this simple pico de gallo recipe. It takes no skill and tastes much better than the stuff you can buy in the store. I like it spicy, so I left the seeds in the jalapeños. Remove the seeds for less heat. I also like it a little crunchy, so I included bell peppers. Mix it with some avocado, and you have a … Read more

  • Father’s Day Drinks

    Father’s Day is coming up and we know that dad likes his cocktails.  We’ve put together a collection of cocktails that should make day a happy camper. The collection is full of manly classics, just like you, Dad. Of course, I am sure we’ve missed a few. What is your Dad’s signature cocktails? Let us know in the comments.

    Father’s Day Drinks… Read more

  • Gentleman’s Guide to Drinking Tequila

    It being Cinco de Mayo, the folks at Asylum.com, with the help of Joanne Weir author of “Tequila: A Guide to Types, Flights, Cocktails, and Bites along with a few thoughts from Beam Global Tequila Ambassadors Jaime Rodriguez, Jaime Salas and Eddie Perales — the guys behind Sauza’s Hornitos tequila.

    “As Weir stresses the spirit deserves a finer appreciation than it normally receives on the sticky floor of a frat house.”

    This is a prefect … Read more