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There’s Nothing Like Glenfiddich Scotch Whisky to Bring Fellowship

March 9, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Spirits & Palliatives at 11:30 am | (1) Comment »

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

So, it’s a Friday.  It’s only lunchtime & you’re already busting to go home & get out to the movie theater to see the epic movie 300.  You can’t work, that’s for sure.

That’s where I come in with the Glenfiddich Scotch Whisky Fellowship.  This fellowship, as it were, was set up by the United States ambassadors for Glenfiddich.  I didn’t know where was even such a thing, did you?

Their brand new Website tells you the story of the Scotch whiskey as well as the what goes into the production of such a fine spirit.  At the end of the tale, there is a nice little quiz.  If you pass with flying colors, you get yourself a certificate at the Apprentice level.  Now you can actually start enjoying your Friday, am I right?

Photo Credit

Via: Luxist

‘Le Nez du Vin’ Wine Tasting Kit

December 12, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Spirits & Palliatives at 10:00 am | Comments »

Say hello to the last wine tasting kit you’ll ever need, due to the pure vastness of this one, as well as the cost!  The “Le Nez du Vin” Wine Tasting Kit is designed to give the novice nose & palate some wine schooling.  Based on the wine philosophy of French wine enthusiast Jen Lenoir, the contents of this Italian-made case offers some of the best learning tools for winey rookies.

Included in this handsome case are 54 different aromas in small glass containers that fit on the swing-out sides.  Each unique aroma is common to both red & white wines from around France and the rest of the world.  Also included in this tasting kit are a set of illustrated cards describing each aroma, a nice decanter and a handy dandy bottle opener.

Surely this is the perfect holiday gift for that someone on you list who’s been wanting to get into the wine of things.  Just make sure you bring along the bank, as this baby costs $1700.

Via:  FrontGate

Stainless Steel Bottle Opener Ring Thing

December 7, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Holiday Gift Ideas, Spirits & Palliatives at 1:00 pm | (2) Comments »

Let me set the scene:  it’s the party of the year, champagne is called for, you reach in your friend’s drawers (no, not those drawers, you perv) and you can’t seem to locate the bottle opener.  Aggghhh!  And that girl was going to give you her number when you arrived back at her side with a glass of bubbly.  What are you going to do?  Remain call, you tell yourself.  Keep your head about you, you tell yourself.

But guess what?  You’re saved!  That silly gadget that your pals got you as a holiday gift is right on the tip of your finger!  You’re going to get that number after all!  You’re saved by the Stainless Steel Bottle Opener Ring Thing.  Hooray!  Drinks all around!!!!

This Stainless Steel Bottle Opener Ring Thing is a somewhat hidden treasure on your finger.  It’s a comfort to wear & it’s guaranteed for life.  With just the flick of your stainless steel ring will open every bottle you throw at it, it’s just up to you to get that girl’s number.  Good luck & may you wear it in good fortune.  Cost, $16.

Via:  LatestBuy

Charbay Green Leaf Tea Vodka

November 30, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Spirits & Palliatives at 1:00 pm | (1) Comment »

 

Everywhere you look these days, you find green tea- in a Japanese spa swimming pool, green tea ice cream & now even green tea vodka.  How much longer are we going to be green tea crazed?  I guess another few thousand years, eh?

The company Charbay has come up with a new Green Leaf Tea Vodka.  This new “sipping vodka” took several years to develop & is finally on the market to chug,  I mean, sip.  But as for the drinkabillity, reports are coming in that you had better chug this green tea vodka instead of sip due to its bitter taste.  What I think- the next time I have some guests that ask for green tea, this is what they’re getting, baby!

Via:  PopGadget

Just Add Beer Microbrew Glasses

November 8, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Holiday Gift Ideas, Spirits & Palliatives at 12:03 pm | Comments »

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What says bring on the beer more than a just add beer glass?  Practically nothing, I’d say.

And that’s why any serious beer drinker needs to think about owning a set of these Include Beer Microbrew Glasses.  For just $18 you can be the proud owner of the nicest beer glasses this year.  Thinking of a good holiday gift idea for that buddy of yours?  Just add beer.  Sadly, beer does not come with your purchase.

 

Handcrafted Steel & Copper Wine Caddies

September 26, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Artsy Fartsy, Spirits & Palliatives at 11:15 am | (2) Comments »

 

 

 

German artist Guenter Scholz brings us handcrafted creative Wine Caddies made from bending & welding recycled steel & copper to create a work of wine art.

These artsy wine caddies are available in variety of shapes & sizes and range in price from $70 to $80.  Be sure to order early, as they are usually sold out right before the holiday season.
Pictured:  Cowboy, Artist, Fisherman & Photographer.

Dan Aykroyd: Another Celebrity Winemaker

September 25, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Spirits & Palliatives at 10:49 am | Comments »

Dan Aykroyd is adding his name to the ongoing list of celebrity winemakers.  The Hollywood veteran actor has invested in Niagara Cellars to release the Dan Aykroyd Signature Reserve Vidal Icewine 2005; expect the celebrity vintage early next year.

But the Ghostbusters star doesn’t want to stop there, Aykroyd also wishes to develop other white wines as well as a new vodka, as if we didn’t have enough of both, eh?

Via:  Luxist

Absolut Vodka Ice Jacket

September 20, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Spirits & Palliatives at 11:00 am | (3) Comments »

 

Introducing Absolut’s Ice Jacket.  All you have to do, see visual directions, is pop the Ice Jacket over your favorite Absolut vodka flavor, add water, place in freezer and voila- your very own iced vodka.

And that’s better than that, really?

Via:  Ice Jacket

A $5000 Bottle of Scotch Whiskey, A Most Expensive Affair

March 24, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Spirits & Palliatives at 1:50 pm | Comments »

A $5000 bottle of Scotch whiskey! Man, alive! My Johnny Walker Black feels a little insufficient to be in my liquor cabinet now. This Macallan 50-year-old single malt Scotch Whiskey can be yours today for just a small fraction of what it takes to purchase a new car.

This Scotch whiskey is quite rare, as telling of the price. This whiskey is thought to be the wine of Scotch with its subtle flavors and immense taste satisfaction. During the 50 year aging process, the wooden taste and flavoring have combined to make an exceptional drink. One that just might be worth the price tag. You decide.

The Most Expensive Beer, Are You a Connoisseur?

March 9, 2006 | Posted by Allison as Spirits & Palliatives at 2:52 pm | (1) Comment »

Beer is one of the oldest drinks known to man, but it takes a special person to be an actual beer connoisseur.  In my life I’ve only known a few, of course there’s always Norm & Cliff from Cheers and that guy at the bar that’s there morning, noon & night- but maybe he’s another kind of connoisseur.

The question you need to ask yourself, are you ready to pay $100 per bottle for Samuel Adams / Boston Beer Company’s Utopias beer?  It is said to be the world’s strongest and most expensive beer by far.  And it better be, by god, for that kind of cash!  This is no Bud Light.

The beer is brewed with a blend of high-quality hops and sold in an ornate copper-plated brew kettle.  The sweet flavor of Utopia is richly highlighted with hints of vanilla, oak & caramel.  It is a non-carbonated beverage and should be served at room temperature to fully enjoy the bouquet.  The production of this beer by the Samuel Adams/ Boston Beer Company was limited to 8,000 bottles- so you need to get yours today.  Cheers.