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  • 2009 Green Truck Petit Sirah – Wine Wednesday

    This bargain wine is made from certified organic grapes in Mendocino County. Mendocino County is a cool growing area just north of Sonoma and has long been a leader in the organic grape movement in the United States. What is great about this wine is that is is organic and can still be found for under $10. We paid $8.99 for it.

    While you might not have heard of Green Truck Wine (the Green standing … Read more

  • Sustainable Distilling

    This article originally ran in May 2008 on Best of the Green Web.

    The world is going green and the cocktail world is no exception.

    Bartenders the world over are experimenting with locally grown, organic ingredients to showcase their craft. Distilleries are getting into the game as well, with organic product popping up in stores and bars everywhere. These socially conscious producers are also using new methods to distill, package and distribute their product in … Read more

  • Moon Mountain Vodka Review

    Moon Mountain is a new entrant in the field of organic vodkas. Created by Master Distiller Gerry Webb, Moon Mountain is made in a small batch (3000 gallons) copper pot still, not the continuous column stills used to produce most vodkas these days. The copper pot still gives the vodka some body. The still in question is 80 years old and was used to make Gin for most of its life, which gives Moon Mountain … Read more

  • More Sex and the City 2 Cocktails

    With the opening of Sex and the City 2, cocktail folks have been busy creating a slew of new drinks to celebrate.

    This collection comes to us from Prairie Organic Vodka, a corn based vodka from Minnesota. Prairie is made by Phillips Distilling, a family run operation now in its 5th generation.

      Carrie Cosmo Red Headed Miranda Sultry Samantha Sweet Charlotte Mr. Bigtini

    Courtesy Prairie Organic Vodka.

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  • Father’s Day Gift Guide

    Looking for a Father’s Day gift that is both thoughtful and quick?

    These picks are unique liquors that stand out among other spirits of the same type. What better way to show Dad that you think he’s one of a kind.

    I’ve included multiple price ranges, but these were chosen for their taste and not their price tag.

    Here are a few liquor picks for the discerning Dad on your gift-shopping list:

    Single-Malt Scotch:
    Aberlour… Read more