Emerging from the pinnacle Reserve series of Shottesbrooke’s wine range, the ‘Eliza’ Shiraz has the majestic grandeur of a high quality wine. With the potential to age into an outstanding wine from a great one, the ‘Eliza’ Shiraz took home the Wine of the Year, Best in Show by country (Australia), and Best in Show by varietal awards at the 2021 USA Wine Ratings.
With a stellar 97 points in the USA Wine Ratings, the Shottesbrooke Reserve Series ‘Eliza’ Shiraz is certainly the one to top your wine list. Rated highly by Masters of Wine, retail trade buyers and top sommeliers in the U.S., the ‘Eliza’ Shiraz will grace your home bar with elegance.
Wines at the USA Wine Ratings are judged on three criterias – quality, value, and packaging. In order to excel at the awards, a wine must achieve a high score in each category. For quality, factors such as taste, aroma, body, and aftertaste contribute towards assessing the composition and drinkability of the wine. The value score is determined by how the wine is priced in relation to its quality, and the packing takes into account the label, bottle shape, bottle color, and closure. Grabbing a medal at the USA Wine Ratings demands excellence from winemakers, not just what’s within the bottle, but also what’s on it.
Enjoying Shottesbrooke wine in the vineyards, Source: Facebook
This year, the competition recorded over 1000 entries and 12 Masters of Wine came together at the judging panel. Judges at the USA Wine Ratings comprise top level wine buyers (retailers, wholesalers and distributors), Masters of Wine, sommeliers and other experts from the wine industry. Some notable mentions from this year’s judging panel include Tim Marson (Master of Wine), Eduardo Dingler (Vice President at Wine Access), Tim Widnes (Wine and Beer buyer, Whole Foods Market), Olga Crawford (Master of Wine), Henry Brimo (wine category manager at Southeastern Grocers), Ashley Hausman (Master of Wine and Sommelier at Mistral Wine School), Tim Hanni (USA’s first Master of Wine), and more.
Reserve Series
Products from the Reserve series make their way into the market only once they reach maturity. Named in recognition of one of its pioneers, the ‘Eliza’ Shiraz comes to life by way of quality grapes that ripen in ideal conditions. Then, the fruit is crushed and destemmed, left to ferment the skin in temperatures ranging between 22-25°C, until pressed against high grade American oak hogsheads. The wine has a full-bodied palate with rich blueberry, dried plums, bramble, bing cherries, toasted wood spice, and light coffee notes. The nose presents brooding dark fruit aromas and savory, spice oak. The ‘Eliza’ Shiraz has a deep red color with a lively purple hue, pairing well with braised beef cheeks, roasted baby carrots, and creamy mashed potato.
Shottesbrooke Reserve Series ‘Eliza’ Shiraz , Source: Facebook
Other wines from the Reserve series are the ‘Punch’ Cabernet Sauvignon and ‘The Proprietor’ Blend. All wines from the reserve range are only released after years of exceptional quality.
Buy from the Shottesbrooke Reserve series.
A tale of origin
The Shottesbrooke Vineyards were founded by Nick Homes who planted his first vineyard in Myponga, a small South Australian hamlet. After discovering the quality of the fruit he produced in 1981, Homes expanded his gardens in McLaren Vale, not long before constructing the Shottesbrooke winery and cellar door.
McLaren-grown grapes and their capability to make high quality wine was a revelation. At the same time, Nick’s step-son, Hamish Maguire started following his footsteps to excel in premium winemaking. He completed his graduation in science and business from the Adelaide University in 1993 and ventured into mastering the details of winemaking with Ryecroft Wines on the McLaren Flat. To continue his journey of learning, Hamish spent three years in Spain, France, England, and New York where he worked as a wine representative.
The Shottesbrooke team, Source: Facebook
To this day, Hamish has played an integral part in carrying on his step-father’s legacy in making Shottesbrooke a premium wine brand. As the general manager and chief winemaker, Hamish has expanded Shottesbrooke Vineyards’ storage capacity to one million liters with an annual crush hold of around 1200 tons. The Shottesbrooke have already made a name as Australia’s best premium winemakers and now look to conquer the international market.
McLaren Vale escapade
To become a part of the exotic food and wine experience of the Shottesbrooke Vineyards in McLaren Vale, choose from a range of tours and packages on offer. With over 80 vineyards and cellar doors in the region, explore the territory with a helicopter ride to enjoy the aerial view.
Book your tickets here.
The McLaren Vale region in Australia is famous for its Shiraz, Source: Facebook
Go behind the scenes with the winemaker for a day experience (available only during April and May), taking you through the unique process of winemaking at the Shottesbrooke Vineyards. Find yourself making way to the cellar doors, enjoy a six-course degustation lunch menu, and bask in the lush landscapes of McLaren Vale. The all day tour includes pick up and drop off services and starts from $860 AUD for upto six people.
Los Angeles, CA, August 17, 2021 – Today, BioSteel Sports Nutrition Inc. (“BioSteel”) marked another milestone in its mission to provide Clean. Healthy. Hydration. to the world, announcing a multi-year sponsorship as The Official Sports Drink of the Los Angeles Lakers. The sponsorship is the ninth in the past year for BioSteel as it continues to expand its U.S. footprint with retailers and distribution partners, in addition to strengthening relationships with some of the most exciting teams, professional athletes, and health-conscious consumers across North America.
Through the multi-channel sponsorship, BioSteel will support the 17-time NBA champions’ performance with Clean. Healthy. Hydration., and the BioSteel brand and products will have a year-round presence on and off the court. This includes the BioSteel Sports Drink on the Lakers team bench and the integration of the BioSteel brand into the team bench setups, locker room displays, and in-arena signage.
BioSteel flavors
“Fans worldwide know the Lakers as one of the most entertaining and storied franchises in all of the sports, and we’re excited they’ve chosen BioSteel as their team’s official sports drink,” said Michael Cammalleri, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of BioSteel. “Spending the first part of my NHL career in LA, I take great pride in seeing this come full circle. We look forward to providing the Lakers with Clean. Healthy. Hydration. and to expanding on our message of providing a better for you product to athletes and consumers across the U.S.”
John Celenza (left) and Michael Cammalleri (right), Founders of BioSteel
“We are committed to providing our players with the products and tools needed to improve their performance,” said Lakers President of Business Operations Tim Harris. “With quality clean ingredients and sustainable packaging, BioSteel leads the way in supporting the health and wellness of athletes, which makes them a perfect sponsor for our team. We are thrilled to welcome them to the Lakers.”
Founded in 2009 by Michael Cammalleri and business partner John Celenza, BioSteel has achieved a reputation for being the hydration product of choice for professional athletes looking for a healthy alternative. The brand is committed to using premium ingredients, maintaining product transparency, and delivering essential nutrients needed to support physical activity. Each electrolyte-packed sports drink comes in an eco-friendly 16.7 fl oz Tetra Pak. The range of delicious flavors includes Mixed Berry, Blue Raspberry, White Freeze, Rainbow Twist, and Peach Mango to keep consumers hydrated throughout the day.
BioSteel products are available across North America and globally with select retail partners or direct to consumers online through www.biosteel.com.
About BioSteel
BioSteel is a North American beverage brand committed to delivering premium Clean. Healthy. Hydration. to consumers and athletes across the globe. Each BioSteel sports drink is sugar-free and comes in an eco-friendly Tetra Pak filled with premium ingredients, natural flavors, and essential nutrients needed to support physical activity. Perfect for everyone from health and environmentally conscious consumers to world-class athletes, BioSteel hydration products are currently readily available across North America, globally with select retail partners and direct to consumers online through www.biosteel.com.
To experience things Hollywood style, you need to step out in the City of Angels. L.A.’s rich diversity and culture is a homeground breeding artisanal values in music, fashion, art, drama, films, and much more.
Prepare yourself for an enticing August this year as vibrant events wrap Los Angeles with a new bounce of enthusiasm. Go to a fair, groove to magical tunes at a concert, and sip on some delicious drinks as summer takes over.
OC Fair
(Wed – Sun, throughout August)
Aerial view of the OC Fair, Source: Facebook
The OC Fair is a carnival that runs for 23 days. Originated in 1889, it has grown exponentially by expanding its offerings in fine arts events, plays, and band performances at the amphitheatre, an expansive range of shopping products, fried food, concerts, a farmers market, and much more.
Taking place at the South Coast Botanic Garden, the DiscOasis is a 90-120 minute theatrical journey with disco lights, rotating DJ performances, and roller skating through the Groovemaster’s (disco and funk legend Nile Rodgers) voice guiding you from one level to another. There will also be garden games, food trucks, a retro arcade, and a wide range of local art.
Tickets start at $39.
*Food and beverages available for purchase
Time – (5pm- 7.15pm)
Location- South Coast Botanic Garden, L.A. County.
Book your tickets.
Hollywood Artisans Market
(Every other Sunday, throughout August)
Open artisan market, Source: Instagram
The outdoor Hollywood Artisans Market showcases handmade artifacts, jewelry, furniture, clothing, crafts, and more. Bring your pet along at this open-for-all market and sink into a variety of craft vendors and food trucks, with both food and drinks available for purchase.
Time- (11 am- 4pm)
Location- 1715 Cahuenga Blvd, L.A., CA 90028.
Boat Cinema
(Fri, Sat, and Sun, throughout August)
Cinema on boat, Source: Instagram
Movies in a boat? We think yes! The Boat Cinema is LA’s first movie experience from your personal mini boat. Head on over to the Castaic lake and enjoy a night of movies, snacks, and good company. You can either bring your own boat or hire one of the boats out there. There’s even a party boat float for those in large groups. You can either bring in your own food or pre-order one of the packed picnic baskets available. And let’s not forget the boat-side canoe concession stands!
Admissions: Bring your own boat- $89. General admission- $249. VIP- $299. Party boat float- $99.
Beach seating- $20.
Food and Beverage add-on menu: Prepared Picnic For Two- $99. Prepared Picnic For Four- $189. Charcuterie box For Two- $49. Charcuterie Box For Four- $89. Artisan Pizza Delivery To Your Boat- $25.
BYOP (Bring Your Own Picnic)- Corkage fee- $30.
Timings- (6 pm onwards)
Location- 32132 Castaic Lake, Castaic, 91384.
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SPLASH HOUSE Palm Springs Pool + Music Weekend
(August 13-15 & August 20- 22)
Poolside DJ party, Source: Instagram
Stretching across three hotel resorts in Palm Springs, the Splash House is a summer fest worth the hangover. Starting with poolside DJ parties in the daytime, the concert goes atomic at night with after-hours parties under the stars. Have a look at the hotel packages in case you’re not intending to take off your dancing shoes.
Passes: After hours General Admission- $60 – $70 + Fees. Tables & Cabanas Splash House Tables- $1,800 – $2,700 + Fees.
After Hours Tables- $900 + Fees.
Locations- 1800 E Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264. 1600 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262.
888 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262.
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Uproar Fest featuring Lil Wayne
(Friday, August 13)
Famous rapper Lil Wayne, Source: Instagram
This one is for all rap, hip-hop, and R&B lovers. Lil Wayne along with his friends will light up the recently renovated Torch at L.A.’s historic Memorial Coliseum. The Uproar will kickstart with a dance competition followed by live performances from Lil Wayne, Young Money, Weezy, and more. Holding a VIP ticket will grant access to a special red carpet, bar, and lounge area where chances of bumping into a Hollywood celebrity are pretty high.
Ticket prices- General- $89,
VIP- $179.
Timings- (6 pm onwards)
Location- 3911 Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90037.
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Sergio Mendes – Blame it on Rio!
(Sunday, August 15)
Sergio Mendes, Source: Instagram
The legendary Brazilian artist, Sergio Mendes, is going to arrive at the Hollywood Bowl this summer. Brace yourselves for heart-pounding live performances which include all-time samba, jazz, and bossa nova hits. The Brazilian carnival vibes are on their way!
Timings- (7 pm onwards)
Location- 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068.
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DTLA Proud Festival
(27- 29 August)
Celebrating with the LGBTQ community, Source: Instagram
Looking to rejoice with L.A.’s diverse community? Head on to the DTLA Proud Festival. Fend off the summer heat in a pop-up water park, have a few drinks, grub on local food, and enjoy the entertaining queer artist performances. The festival has been firing on all cylinders since its introduction three years ago and is packed with high octane energy levels.
Friday- free entry.
Sat- Sun- $10 per head.
Timings- Friday (4 pm onwards)
Sat- Sun (12 pm onwards)
Location- 532 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90013.
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626 Market
(27-29 August)
Posing game on!, Source: Instagram
Known for its Asian food in L.A., the 626 Market is a place for nightcrawlers. This bazaar runs till midnight, serving 250 varieties of Asian food, a wide array of drinks, games, merchandise, live concerts, and more. The bazaar attracts more than 100,000 people during its 3 day weekend period, offering artists and entrepreneurs a stage to capture attention.
When the summer heats up, the cocktails need to cool down. These frozen wine cocktails do just the trick. Dive into the flavors of berries, tropical fruits, fine textured wines, and other coolers to elevate your summer mood.
Frosé
Recipe by Celebrating Sweets
Frosé served in a glass, Source: Website
Made with frozen fruit and rosé, the Frosé is a fruity drink with a sweet taste. The award-winning Sin Banderas Rosé adds berry and white flower nuances to atop a natural fruit base.
6 cups frozen fruit (strawberries, watermelon and sweet cherries) 1 cup ice
1 bottle rosé wine (try Rosé Wine of the Year Sin Banderas Rosé 2019)
1-2 tablespoons sugar
sparkling juice
Place all the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Pour into glasses and top with a splash of sparkling juice.
Thief’s Friesling
Recipe by Thrillist (serves 4-6)
Thief’s Friesling made from Riesling, Source: Website, photo by Ashley Sears
With smooth and dry tinges of the Cylinder Vodka, the drink exudes aromas of lime, lemon, grape, orange, and pine, beautifully transforming the Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2019 Eroica Riesling into the Thief’s Friesling.
1 bottle of riesling (try the 2021 Wine of the Year Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2019 Eroica Riesling) 6 ounces of Kelvin’s Frosé Blanc Base 2.5 ounces of Rockey’s Botanicals 6 ounces of white grape juice
4.5 ounces of vodka (try the 2021 Vodka of the Year Cylinder Vodka)
.5 ounces lemon juice .5 ounces lime juice .5 ounces orange juice
6 ounces water
Freeze both water and grape juice into ice cubes. Combine the ice cubes with all the rest of the ingredients in a blender until a slushy consistency occurs. Pour into a tall glass and garnish with frozen green grapes on a skewer.
Frozen Sangria Wine Slushie
Recipe by Simply Whisked
Frozen Sangria Wine Slushie, Source: Website
A dark fruit cocktail with shades of blackberry, peach, and strawberry, the Frozen Sangria Wine Slushie gives off berry and citrus aromas. The Persistence by Reynolds Family Winery adds a strong blueberry jam palate for an immersive dark berry sensation.
1 bottle wine (try the 2021 Red Wine of the Year Persistence by Reynolds Family Winery) 3 cups frozen fruit (peaches and strawberries) 1/3 cup Cointreau or triple sec 1/2 cup orange juice 2 – 4 tablespoons agave nectar
1 sliced orange, for garnish
Freeze 1 tray of ice cubes from the bottle of wine and chill the rest of the bottle in the fridge overnight. Place wine cubes, chilled wine and remaining ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and garnish with orange slices before serving.
Stop the Hourglass
Recipe by Food and Wine
Stop the Hourglass peach cocktail, Source: Website
Add this peach seasoned cocktail to your list, containing sweet notes of hazelnut and vanilla. The Hidalgo Napoleon Amontillado’s smooth palate allows the sherry to blend well with the assorted tropical ingredients.
Mint Tea Ice Cubes 2 ½ cups boiling water
2 regular-size bags Moroccan mint-style tea blend
Honey Syrup ¼ cup boiling water ¼ cup clover honey
½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
Cocktails 1 medium peach (about 6 ounces), peeled and pitted (or 1 cup thawed frozen peach slices) 1 cup (8 ounces) amontillado sherry (such as the Hidalgo Napoleon Amontillado) 2 tablespoons fresh ginger juice or bottled ginger juice (such as The Ginger People)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Additional Ingredients Peach slices
Mint sprigs
Pour 2 1/2 cups boiling water into a heatproof measuring cup with a spout. Add tea bags. Let tea infuse, uncovered for 3 minutes, then discard the tea bags. Pour tea into an ice cube tray; freeze until solid, for at least 6 hours.
Stir together 1/4 cup boiling water, honey, and lemon zest in a small heatproof bowl until well combined. Let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Cover and chill until cold, for at least 6 hours.
Combine peach, sherry, ginger juice, lemon juice, mint tea ice cubes, and 1/4 cup honey syrup in a blender. (Reserve remaining honey syrup for another use.) Process until smooth, for about 30 seconds. Pour evenly into chilled Moroccan tea glasses or rocks glasses. Garnish each glass with a peach slice and a mint sprig, rubbing mint leaves gently in palms of hands to release their aroma.
Mint tea ice cubes can be frozen for up to 3 months. Honey syrup can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Cocktails can be frozen for up to 3 days. Let thaw until slushy, for about 15 minutes; stir well before serving.
Watermelon Prosecco Sorbet Slushie
Recipe by BBC Good Food
Perfect to sip during hot summer afternoons, the Watermelon Prosecco Sorbet Slushie is a mix of sweet watermelon juices, creamy apples and pears and zesty lemon. The Maschio dei Cavalieri Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG throws elderflower, honeyed brioche, and melon aromas to the palate.
1 watermelon (about 2kg)
200ml prosecco (try the gold winner Maschio dei Cavalieri Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG) 3 mint sprigs, plus extra to serve ½ lemon, zest pared
50g sugar
Cut the watermelon into quarters and remove the pips using a teaspoon. If you’re serving the same day or next day, keep six wedges or slices back for decorating and chill. Cut the flesh into 3cm cubes (you should have about 1kg fruit, with the rind discarded) and sit in a baking parchment-lined container where the cubes fit snugly. Pour the prosecco over the fruit, cover and freeze for 4 hrs, or up to 1 week.
Put the mint, lemon and sugar in a small pan with 50ml water, and bring to a gentle simmer for 3-5 mins until the sugar dissolves and turns syrupy. Cover and leave to cool completely, then strain.
Put the frozen prosecco-soaked watermelon cubes in a food processor with the sugar syrup. Blend well, stopping and pushing the mixture towards the blades with a spatula every few seconds, if you need to, until it’s a slushy consistency. Add a splash of prosecco to make a smooth slush. Spoon or pour into six chilled glasses. Garnish with the chilled watermelon wedges and little mint sprigs.
Raspberry Red Wine Slush
Recipe by Tipsy Bartender
Inhale strong raspberry nuances with the Raspberry Red Wine Slush. The sweet drink has essences of Absolut Raspberry Vodka and a dark berry palate of the Persistence by Reynolds Family Winery.
6 oz red wine (try the Sommeliers Choice Awards’ 2021 double gold winner Persistence by Reynolds Family Winery) 2 oz Absolut Raspberry Vodka 1 cup frozen raspberries 1 tsp sugar Ice
Garnish: Raspberries
Add ice, raspberries, red wine, raspberry vodka and sugar to the blender and combine until smooth. Pour mix into glass and garnish with raspberries.
Tropical Wine Slushie
Recipe by Grandbaby Cakes
Tropical Wine Slushie, Source: Website
The Tropical Wine Slushie delivers a zesty fruit punch with pineapple, mango, and strawberries flavors, blending with juicy peaches and sweet apricots from the Barefoot Wine To Go Moscato.
1/2 cup frozen diced mango 1/2 cup frozen diced pineapple 2 tbsp honey or agave nectar divided 2 tsp lime juice divided 1 cup frozen strawberries Garnish of fresh strawberries and pineapple
17 oz Barefoot Wine To Go Moscato (1 container) frozen overnight
Remove Barefoot Wine-To-Go Moscato from the freezer and cut in half.
Add mango and pineapple to a heavy duty blender along with 1 tablespoon of honey, half of frozen Barefoot Wine-To-Go Moscato and 1 tsp of lime juice.
Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy. Pour mango pineapple slushy mixture into another container and set aside. Completely rinse out and clean the blender.
Next add strawberries to the blender along with remaining honey, Barefoot Wine-To-Go Moscato and lime juice and once again blend until completely smooth and creamy on high speed.
Spoon half mango and pineapple slushy into a glass followed by strawberry slushy creating clear definition in the glasses. Serve immediately.
Cannabis Drinks Expo, a super hit b2b trade show returns in November, providing the cannabis and drinks industry a unique platform to do business, learn about the category, and source amazing brands.
With a major theme of “growing your business and growing your bottom line,” any business looking for an on-ramp to this burgeoning marketplace will find Cannabis Drinks Expo the perfect platform.
Hosted by Beverage Trade Network, this expo will shine a spotlight on the skyrocketing legal cannabis market and provide insight into its future brimming with opportunity.
Cannabis Drinks Expo promises to be relevant for anyone involved in the development, production, distribution and retailing of cannabis and beverages. It will also provide a vital networking opportunity for political analysts, medical experts, and those involved in the development and implementation of legalized cannabis into new markets.
Dates and Location:
San Francisco: November 11, 2021 – South San Francisco Conference Center, 255 South Airport Boulevard South San Francisco, CA 94080, United States
Chicago: November 15, 2021 – Midwest Conference Centre, 401 W Lake St Northlake, Chicago IL 60164, United States
Visitor Registration is now open, and you can get your passes now to save on tickets. Get your visitor tickets here:
San Francisco Tickets | Chicago Tickets
If you would like more information, please contact Sid Patel at [email protected] or call +1 855 481 1112. Website: https://cannabisdrinksexpo.com/en/
According to a report published by MJBiz Daily, sales of cannabis-infused beverages were up by 40% in 2020. Cannabis-infused beverages are a great segue into the world of Mary J, especially for those who want to avoid the ‘smoking’ part. From RTDs to cocktail bases, we’ve pulled out some of the most sought-after cannabis beverage brands making a mark in the widespread canna world.
Tweed
Tweed’s Non-alcoholic Cannabis-infused drinks
Tweed is Canada’s leading source for all things cannabis. Recently they launched a new product line for cannabis-infused beverages. The tweed’s RTD comes in three flavors: ‘Penelope and Tonic’, ‘Bakerstreet and Ginger’, and ‘Houndstooth and Soda’. All of them are infused with natural and botanical flavors and each can contains 2 mg of THC. The Penelope and Tonic also contain 1.5 mg of CBD. Tweed claims that it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to two hours for you to feel the effects of their cannabis drinks. These effects can last up to 12 hours, but some may last as long as 24 hours, so they recommend to start low and go slow.
Artet, a family-run brand, is home to three cannabis-infused beverages, each one being non-alcoholic, gently-dosed, and versatile. All the drinks taste great by themselves, but if you’re looking for something off-the-rack, then you can always whip up one of their many cocktails.
Flagship Bottle: The only bottle on their list of products, The Flagship Bottle is a cannabis aperitif made with a blend of botanicals like cardamom, allspice, ginger, chamomile, juniper, gentian, and grapefruit. Sip on it neat or on the rocks.
Rosemary Jane: Created by chance at a barbeque in Los Angeles, the Rosemary Jane became such a favorite out there that Artet turned it into a RTD can. The drink is a refreshing mix of Italian grapefruit juice, rosemary simple syrup, and sparkling water; ideal for the summer.
Tet & Tonic: An ode to the timeless G&T with a cannabis twist. This RTD has flavors of quinine, sage, chamomile, and lemon.
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Cann
The product line of Cann’s cannabis-infused beverages
Cann, a social tonic started by two young entrepreneurs Jake Bullock and Luke Anderson is one of the world’s first low-dose cannabis beverages in a can. The drink comprises only 5 natural ingredients which are carbonated water, agave, juice, essential oils, and Californian cannabis extract. The product line of Cann offers six different flavors which are lemon and lavender, orange and cardamom, pineapple and jalapeno, cranberry sage, ginger and lemongrass, and grapefruit, and rosemary. Each can of these social tonics includes 2 mg of THC, 4 mg CBD, and 30-35 calories. The beverage gives a light buzz, is less impactful, provides a more controlled approach to cannabis consumption, and leaves no hangover.
Apart from our usual dive bar pints, PBR is now home to a lemon and strawberry kiwi flavored cannabis-infused seltzer. The drink is made of Californian grown cannabis, however, PBR does not cultivate or grow their own cannabis. Each 12 oz can consist of 5 mg THC, 25 calories, and four grams of sugar. The beverage works quicker than an average edible and allows the most absorption in your body, so you don’t have to wait to feel the buzz.
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Recess
The various flavors of CBD sparkling water offered by Recess
Recess makes CBD sparkling water infused with hemp extract and adaptogens to calm the mind and lift your mood. They offer six different flavors to savor which are black cherry, pomegranate hibiscus, blood orange, peach ginger, coconut lime, and blackberry chai. All the drinks have four functional ingredients in common namely broad-spectrum hemp, American ginseng, L‑theanine, and lemon balm. Each 12 oz can comprise 10 mg hemp, 3-5 grams of sugar, and 15-20 calories. The team at Recess aims to ‘create a moment in your day where you can actually think about the things that matter’.
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Tinley’s
Tinley’s cannabis-infused tonic collection
Tinley’s makes non-alcoholic, craft tonics and mixers that are infused with premium distilled botanicals and cannabis grown in California’s Emerald Triangle. Each bottle is blended with distilled botanicals, natural extracts, flavors, and spices. Tinley’s believes that the time has come for us to enjoy the benefits of smoke-free cannabis, in a healthy, delicious way.
The RTD cannabis-infused tonics come in four different flavors: Stone Daisy (Mexican beverage), High Horse (ginger beverage), Juniper Sky (juniper and tonic classic), and Mystic Dove (grapefruit and agave classic). Each bottle contains only 30 calories or less and 5g of sugar per bottle. The tonic contains a single micro-dose of 5 mg THC with a fast-onset and uplifting full flower experience. Perfect for BBQs, beaches, and campouts.
The cannabis-infused mixers come in three flavors: cinnamon cask, coconut cask, and almond cask. Each of the flavors can either be sipped neat or, as the name says, can be used as a mixer.
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California Dreamin’
The California Dreamin’ four sparkling juices flavors, source: website
California Dreamin’ believes that experiencing cannabis shouldn’t come at the expense of your health. Whether you are looking for stress relief or simply want to have fun, try the four sparkling juices: grapefruit, cranberry apple, tangerine, and pomegranate, perfect for a sunny day out. Each 12 oz bottle has 10 mg THC and no added sugar. The beverages are 100 % natural, vegan, gluten-free, and made with spectrum oil. The beverage kicks in in the initial 10-30 minutes and the buzz lasts for a minimum of 2-3 hours. Other than this California Dreamin’ also offers two types of sparkling water, Cherry lime, and Lemon, each containing 5 mg THC and 5 mg CBD. If you are new to cannabis, start with 1/2 a bottle and wait at least 30 minutes to feel out your tolerance.
Canna Cola
Canna Cola’s various sparkling soda
Canna Cola is a well-known name in the medical marijuana industry. Since 2011 the company has been providing tasty THC-infused carbonated beverages for medical marijuana users. The various flavors in CBD sparkling sodas offered by the company are black cherry, citron, classic, coco loco, fruit punch, mango peach, and wild berry. Each can comprises 20 mg CBD, 5 grams sugar and 20 calories, and all-natural flavors. Canna Cola also organizes several events throughout the year.
Mad Lilly
The three fruit spritzer by Mad Lilly
Be it for a soothing night’s sleep or a moment of sparkling joy, Mad Lilly blends the simplest, pure ingredients to craft wildly tasteful cannabis-infused drinks. Whether it’s a fruit spritzer or a soothing sleep tonic, their infused drinks offer the desired effects with a desirable taste.
The sleep tonic has only one flavor ‘Lemon Dream’, it contains 5 mg CBN and 3 mg THC. The bottle has the essence of lemon balm and lavender with 20 calories per serving. The fruit spritzer includes three flavors, raspberry hibiscus, passion fruit mango, and ginger pear. Each bottle consists of 5 mg CBD and 5 mg THC and 50 calories per serving. The 1:1 ratio of THC and CBD creates a smooth counterbalance creating a well-rounded, refreshing experience.
Rawsonville, located in a scenic portion of the Breede River Valley on the eastern flanks of Du Toitskloof mountains is a small wine growing region of South Africa. This small portion of the Western Cape province shone at the recently concluded USA Wine Ratings. Du Toitskloof Wines from Rawsonville took home ten awards at the competition including the Best Wine by Packaging award that was conferred to Quest One wine.
Du Toitskloof Wines was established as a co-operative by six farmers in 1962. They began their journey as a bulk-wine producer but in the early 1990s began shifting their focus to the bottled wine market. It was a move that changed the winery’s course as they soon cultivated a reputation as a progressive brand and one that constantly delivers a product of utmost quality.
This reputation was enhanced even more nearly 30 years after their change to a bottled wine producer at the 2021 USA Wine Ratings. The USA Wine Ratings singles out and shines a spotlight on wines that excel in the quality they offer to the drinker. To earn a place on a retailer’s shelf or a restaurant’s wine list, these wines have to impress judges on the criteria of quality, value and money.
The judges at the competition are chosen from an elite list of retail wine buyers, Masters of Wine, sommeliers and experts who lead retail chains, and have a direct commercial buying responsibility. This year’s edition saw an impressive 12 Masters of Wine under one roof. Among those judges were Tim Hanni MW (USA’s first Master of Wine); Tim Marson MW (Senior Buyer at Wine.com) and Pat Andress (Wine Product Developer, Trader Joe’s Company). They judged wine submissions from over 100 varietals spanning over 1000 entries and only 134 of these wines won gold medals. In what was a very tough judging process, Du Toitskloof Wines’ Quest One rose above the other entries to win the Best Wine by Packaging award, one of the three judging criterias of the competition.
While the Quest One was the headlining wine, there were seven other wines from Du Toitskloof Wines, that were also among the winners at the 2021 USA Wine Ratings.
Quest One
The wine has to be something special to impress the judges such that it is awarded two special category medals. The Quest One from Du Toitskloof Wines took home the Best Wine by Packaging and Best Wine by Country awards at the 2021 USA Wine Ratings. These special awards came on the back of its score of 93 points and a gold medal. The Quest One is a spicy red flowing with juicy bright bing cherries, plums, blackberries with toasted wood and some light vanilla.
On the palate, there is a good balance of soft tannins and ripe fruit with the mouthfeel oozing with a complexity of rich floral flavors. Quest One can be enjoyed with a rich oxtail potjie or a hearty beef stroganoff with porcini mushrooms. South Africa’s best wine is a remarkable expression of a top-quality blend of Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Quest Old Vine Chenin Blanc
Following closely on the heels of the Quest One was the Quest Old Vine Chenin Blanc, which was awarded a gold medal at the competition with a score of 90 points. The Chenin Blanc can be identified at the nose from its distinctive floral notes and aromas of dried peach, citrus and lime. The wine, while respecting the fruit, shows elegant and delicate tannins. Slightly complex on the palate with subtle flavors, the Quest Old Vine Chenin Blanc is ideal to be paired with rich fishcakes and baby potatoes, or pork chops with crispy fat, or an apple and walnut salad.
Land’s End Cape Agulhas Syrah
Land’s End Wines, Source Facebook
The southernmost tip of South Africa is Cape Agulhas, a place where the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean merge. Du Toitskloof Wines have brought the diversity of this incredible place in a bottle with the Land’s End Cape Agulhas Syrah. The wine scored 89 points at the 2021 USA Wine Ratings and was awarded a silver medal. The deep ruby-purple Syrah has aromas of black cherry, spice, truffle and a hint of dark chocolate on the nose. Its velvety palate shows flavors of plum, apricot and boysenberry with a hint of smokiness. Dishes like the braised chicken and garlic sweet potatoes, grilled meat or roasted beetroot are elevated when paired with this wine.
Quest Two
Coriander, lavender, white pepper with some floral notes define the nose of the 82 points scoring silver medal winner Quest Two. Oak undertones and sweet ripe tannins brilliantly support the wine’s silky mouthfeel. The dried herbs and ripe fruit palate goes well with robust roast dishes like a lamb made over an open fire with oven-grilled veggies. The Rhône Style Syrah was another fine representative of the Du Toitskloof brand.
Land’s End Cape South Coast Sauvignon Blanc
The third silver medal winner from Du Toitskloof Wines was the Land’s End Cape South Coast Sauvignon Blanc. The 81 points scoring Sauvignon Blanc opens with a bouquet of wild tropical fruit, intermingled with hints of flint and freshly picked herbs. The palate has a seamless blend of candied orange, citrus, ripe kiwi fruit and Cape gooseberry. The well-integrated freshness and fruit forward finish of the wine can be enjoyed with crayfish, oysters, or asparagus spears.
Du Toitskloof Old Vine Sauvignon Blanc
Award-winning Du Toitskloof Wines, Source Facebook
The two Sauvignon Blancs on show from the South African brand both scored 81 points at the competition. The second of those two wines was the Du Toitskloof Old Vine Sauvignon Blanc. The wine has an intense complexity and a broad palate with warm, spicy notes. Tropical fruits such as kiwi and guava make an impression on the palate of a wine that delivers a cacophony of flavors.
Land’s End Cape South Coast Shiraz
The third Land’s End wine to win from Du Toitskloof Wines, the Land’s End Cape South Coast Shiraz was also a silver medal winner for its tally of 80 points. Black cherry, sandalwood and truffle notes dominate the nose which also shows hints of beetroot. The soft, velvety palate consists of flavors like plum and cherries. The wine is enjoyed best with roasted leg of lamb, grilled vegetables or aged hard cheeses.
Du Toitskloof Dimension
Finishing off the list of winners from Du Toitskloof Wines was the Du Toitskloof Dimension. The 2017 vintage traces its origins to the Western Cape and is dark in color with a lovely pomegranate hue. Aromas of prune, dark berries, chocolate and cassis make up the nose. The palate is firm and has a spicy blend of flavors that end in a long and graceful finish.
Visiting the Winery, Source Facebook
The three broad ranges of wines from Du Toitskloof Winery, Quest, Land’s End and Du Toitskloof can all be tasted at the winery during a visit. There is no prior booking required for the tasting. All the wines are offered in a 75 ml sample with the tasting fee calculated on the basis of the number of wines you select. If you purchase the wine you taste, the winery waives the tasting fee.
Aside from the wine tasting, Du Toitskloof Wines also has an in-house cafe that serves some delicious treats for all visitors. Open all seven days, the Ou Meul Bakery and Du Toitskloof Cafe has pizzas, sandwiches, coffees and croissants on their menu. The winery is looking to build on its success at the 2021 USA Wine Ratings and you can follow their journey on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
The thirst in Los Angeles is real and the city is poised to satisfy it with plenty of bars serving excellent drinks. Locals across the city have nailed down their favorite places to drink. Whether it is because of the cozy ambiance the place provides, the vibes that the bar brings out night after night, the grub, the stellar drinks they make or more importantly the bartender shaking things up at the bar, the reasons for loving a bar are many.
The bar is largely defined by its bar menu and those who create it and run the show behind the table. They attract millennials for sunset-laden happy hours and are home to the classy and top-tier shelf of Hollywood celebrities, you will find a ton of different personalities sat on bar tables every night. The people who make sure that these crowds flock in regularly are the bartenders. People who have made the drinks more special, the place more enchanting and the experience more memorable, all with their ability to create a menu or a cocktail that keeps people coming back for more!
Here are the bartenders and bar directors changing the bar scene in Los Angeles.
Tara Shadzi
The lead bartender at BOA steakhouse, Tara Shadzi has been mixing drinks for nearly ten years now. She trained under the watchful eyes of acclaimed bar chefs like Tony Abou-Ganim, Dale DeGroff, and John Lermayer. Her cocktails and concoctions have made West Hollywood’s BOA Steakhouse a celebrity hotspot and she also plies her trade at the renowned Skybar at the Mondrian Hotel.
Tara Shadzi, Source Miss Mixologist TV
Her list of accolades includes the Damrak Gin LA cocktail competition title in 2009, featuring in Esquire’s “Bartender Wisdom” and more. She was also a presenter at “The Taste of Beverly Hills” on stage with “Absolut America’s Best Bartender” Joe Brooke. Check out Tara on Miss Mixologist TV, where she gives tips on how to make drinks in a fresh way.
Jason Bran
Although originally from Seattle, Jason Bran is a part of the bartending world in Los Angeles now. Only those who know their game to perfection can succeed in a highly competitive bartending scene like the one in this city. Shaking up things at The Roger Room, he has now found Hollywood Cocktail Co. where he brings people concoctions with a touch of Jason.
Jason Bran, Source Los Angeles Drinks Guide
Sarah Mengoni
A veteran barkeep, Sarah cut her teeth working Michigan beer dives and shot joints (before the law even allowed her to enjoy them) then moved to Chicago where she discovered and embraced the World of the Cocktail. Her enthusiasm for cocktail culture and gift for crafting unique recipes has earned her industry recognition, such as 50 Women to Watch in Hotel F&B magazine, as well as countless features in publications such as Imbibe, Food and Wine, Vogue, Forbes, GQ, and Time Out LA, to name a few.
Sarah Mengoni, Source Historically Drinking
Sarah is a graduate of the distinguished Bar 5-Day program in New York City, which stands as one of the industry’s top mixology certifications. Based in sunny Los Angeles, Sarah now bartends, creates cocktail programs, and curates exciting events and classes with passion and joy. She also runs Historically Drinking, a website that examines how humans have interacted with alcohol over the years. Through online classes, videos, articles and events, Sarah’s aim with Historically Drinking is to bring more eyes to the world of bartending.
William Perbellini
Starting out in his hometown of Verona, William Perbellini was destined to become a great bartender. He started out young in the hospitality business assisting his uncle with his bakery. He stepped behind a bar for the first time aged eighteen and has not missed a beat since. He graduated as a ‘Gourmet Bartender’ in 2002 and went on to work at Hotel Capriani for three years. It was here that the seeds for his flourishing career in LA were first sown.
William Perbellini, Source Instagram
His stint in LA’s bartending industry started with Bar Toscana where he looked after the bar menu for nearly seven years. Since then he has had a couple of other gigs and now works as the bar manager at Leonard’s Ristorante. In 2016, he won the Amaro Montenegro Cocktail competition. In addition, he took home third place in the Annual Bombay Sapphire Most Imaginative Bartender competition the same year. William and his craft cocktail recipes have been featured in several publications including The Tasting Panel, The Robb Report, Esquire, Zagat, Chilled, Eater, Huffington Post, LA Weekly and LA Confidential.
Christine Wiseman
Broken Shaker’s free spirit bar director Christine Wiseman is full of extraordinary energy. Her imprints are all over Broken Shaker right from the furniture to the patio and obviously the eclectic drinks menu. In her 20 year career, she has worked at 7 bars and made around 400 drinks per night.
Christine Wiseman, Source Instagram
At Broken Shaker, she is among the biggest reasons behind the place being so special to Los Angeles natives. Playful, cheery and creative Christine is transforming the LA cocktail culture one concoction at a time. She is among those personalities who will draw you in and make you think that yes, bartending is a larger than life profession.
Ryan Wainwright
Like a man determined to correct his errors, Ryan’s distinguished career has seen him perfect previously terrible cocktails. A cocktail purist with an eye for minimalism when it comes to style, Ryan Wainwright is one of Los Angeles’ most sought after bartenders. The Californian has worked at notable restaurants like Gjelina, The Tasting Kitchen, Terrine, The Ponte and Faith and Flower.
Ryan Wainwright, Source Instagram
Wherever he has worked, accolades have followed. Numerous recognitions such as ‘Best Bartender’ and ‘Best Bar Program’ from Playboy, Eater and Thrillist as well as the title of “Most Imaginative Bartender” by Bombay Sapphire. He was also among the national winners at the Bacardi Legacy cocktail competition, The Maestro Lucano Cocktail Competition and The Gra’it Grappa Cocktail Competition. All of these awards have cemented Ryan’s legacy as one of the most recognizable faces on the Los Angeles bartending scene.
Melina Meza
While many on the list came to Los Angeles from other cities to find their fortune, Melina Meza’s tale is the exact opposite in nature. A native Los Angelean, she moved out of the city to work on her first bartending gig. She returned to LA after a while and started working at Broken Shakers, finding her love in craft cocktails. Today, Melina Meza is the founder of Last Call Consulting which specializes in creating and curating bar menus, cocktail menus and hosting private gigs and events. She is also the beverage director at The Draycott, a California-inspired Brassiere.
Melina Meza, Source Los Angeles Drinks Guide
Jason Eisner
One of the prominent names in the LA bar scene, Jason Eisner has brought a lot of credibility and newness to how bartenders think. The originator of ‘pot cocktails’, Jason has been involved with the Los Angeles drinks industry for many years now. He was a part of Gracias Madre, where he conjured up cocktails in a bar that was tremendously busy. He has also worked at Block Party in Highland Park.
Jason Eisner, Source Instagram
His resume boasts of some top-notch awards alongside his twenty-year industry experience. In 2015, he was Eater’s Bartender of the Year award winner. Post his time serving and mixing drinks behind the table, Jason has dabbled his hands in beer and started his on-site craft brewery Party Beer Company. He found success with it as well, with the brewery becoming the Los Angeles Football Club’s Official Craft Beer.
Amanda Colom
The global cocktail creative at Alliance Brands Limited, based at The House of Machines, Amanda Colom hails from a Cuban family. As the bar director at Alliance Brands Limited, she is responsible for holding the fort when it comes to deciding the menu for the four bars that come under her, those being The House of Machines, Tokyo Crows, The House of Powder and Outrage of Modesty. Amanda’s eye for brilliance has shaken up the menus at all four of these bars.
Amanda Colom’s Bad Birdy, Source Website
Her tremendous work has seen her collaborate with some of the biggest beverage brands in the Spirits Industry including Jack Daniel’s, Hennessy, Crown Royal, Cazadores, D’usse and many more. She has partnered with DRNXMYTH, a fresh and ready to mix craft cocktail that partners with select bartenders. Her collaborations with DRNXMYTH includes products like Bad Birdy’s Rum Punch and Hibiscus Haze. She also has her own business website, Bad Birdy. Through Bad Birdy, Amanda creates captivating and intimate drinking experiences for all those who call on her. Partnering with brands like Jack Daniel’s, Hennessey, Crown Royal and more, she has created bar menus and teams across the world.
Dustin Lancaster
An old soul from rural Oklahoma, Dustin Lancaster fell in love with the East side of Los Angeles a few years ago. Working at Cafe Stella and helping customers find the perfect glass of wine, Dustin earned a repute as a guy with a deep knowledge of wine. Today, he proudly owns Bar Covell, a wine den that offers a list of 150 wines by the glass. It was his love for the Eastside that propelled him to start his first endeavour in Los Feliz along with Matthew Kaner.
Dustin Lancaster, Source Instagram
A wine connoisseur himself, Dustin Lancaster through his time behind the table at both, Cafe Stella and now at Bar Covell has helped people identify their wine favorites. He has made a mark for himself as the guy who knows his way around the bar and will be ever so graceful to help you select yours.
Matthew Kaner
With Dustin Lancaster on our list, it is almost impossible to leave out his running buddy Matthew Kaner from it. Matthew grew up in Santa Barbara where wine is considered sacred. As he pursued his dream of music all the while thinking of earning enough to afford a nice bottle of wine, the strings were being pulled to bring a new rockstar to the world of wine. Wanting to test himself in the world of wine, Matthew took up a sales position at The Wine Cask and this changed the course of his life.
Sprudge, Source Website
Today, Matthew is a member of the 2019 40 under 40 Tastemaker list from Wine Enthusiast. Along with his role as the wine director and co-owner of Bar Covell, Matthew Kaner is the Wine Director and Co-owner of Solovin Wine Club and Co-founder of Augustine Wine Club. Matthew and Dustin have changed the game with their Los Feliz based wine bar, bringing top-shelf wines for all those that enter the doors of Bar Covell.
Yael Vengroff
A native of Houston, Yael Vengroff has pushed the envelope and cut her teeth in the East Village, New York. Her first gig was serving cocktails and from there, by sheer will, she got a barback position and started mixing drinks. Her journey brought her to Los Angeles after working with some of the industry’s most respected leaders, including Alex Day, Audrey Saunders, and Giuseppe Gonzalez.
Food GPS, Source Website
During her run with The Spare Room, among the best bars in Los Angeles, Yael Vengroff has overseen the development of one of the best and most fun cocktail programs in the city. Her laurels don’t just stop there, however. She was the first champion of Speed Rack, a round-robin competition dedicated to raising money for breast cancer research. In 2018, she became only the second woman to be named American Bartender of the Year at the Spirited Awards. The Spare Room was also named Time Out’s Los Angeles Bar of the Year in 2016 and Yael had a big part to play in it.
From generations of old family recipes, noted Jamaican spirits experts Leo and Dawn Gonsalves, have carefully crafted the award-winning Rude Bwoy Spirits lineup which consists of three all-natural, ultra-premium rums including a white, gold, and coconut rum. In addition, Rude Bwoy also features a very unique sugarcane-based vodka.
Each of the Rude Bwoy offerings is handcrafted and 100% natural and produced in their Florida distillery.
In a recent Caribbean Journal feature article, Rude Bwoy Ultra Premium Coconut Rum was described as “most coconut rums have that unwelcome veneer of artifice; this doesn’t – it tastes real, it tastes fresh and authentic and even a bit complex.” The article goes on to say, “plainly, it’s the best coconut rum we’ve tried in a long time.” They encourage you to taste the experience for yourself.
The story
Rudy Bwoy Spirits’ story begins on the Caribbean island of Jamaica, in the West Indies, back in the 1600s with the Wright family. The Wrights were living on the south side of the island in the parish of St. Elizabeth in a town named after the family. At the time, Wright Town stretched from the hills of Spur Tree to the beaches of Treasure Beach and Newell. The Wrights were serial entrepreneurs selling cattle and grew peanuts, onions, melons, and scallion, and of course sugar.
The earliest Wrights are documented to be those who appear on the 1684 map of the east bank of Rio Minho and were sugar and Indigo producers. In the late 17th C, indigo was a rare and valuable dye and was one of the first export crops grown in Jamaica. In 1670, their ancestors are on record as buying 100 acres of sugar plantation land. Due to Tax changes on Indigo, the crops on the island shifted more towards sugar and the Wrights were said to have purchased more land all the way down to Black River and Savanna La Mar.
The Cuba Connection
In the 1740s the British made Jamaica into the world’s main sugar producer. Since then, Jamaican history has been filled with stories of large sugar plantations, giant homes with slaves working long hours in the sugar cane fields cutting and stripping cane to make Rum. One of the lesser-known things about Jamaica was that while in other parts of the world, slavery was the norm, however, in Jamaica, many of the plantation owners were in fact people of color who did not own slaves. Back then, the Plantations ran the show. However, down in the southern part of the island, the Wrights were humbly farming away.
The distillery’s more recent Jamaican family were livestock farmers. Their grandfather was a cattleman and sold crops from his property as one of the best salesmen in the area. It was here that the idea to start producing rum formed.
The Wrights were humble people who worked the sugar and cattle to sustain their families. When opportunities for better pay came to Jamaicans by the building of Cuba’s railroads, some of the elder Wrights headed off to Cuba. The Wrights that went to Cuba tried hard to stay in connection with their Jamaican family however back then communication was very thin. Over time, the family spread out, some going to other countries such as England, Costa Rica, and to America. It wasn’t for over a century later that Cuba’s revolution was at the forefront of the world… bringing rum right along with it.
Jamaica and Cuba have since remained connected in many ways. In the early 1970s when diplomatic ties were strong, Cuba sent doctors, nurses, teachers, and engineers to Jamaica in an offer to better the country. So, the Wright family also sent back something from Cuba to Jamaica- the love for high-quality rum and some techniques for making it.
Having lived thru the roots reggae days of the ’80s and the Dancehall days in Jamaica of the 1990s, the Rude Bwoy spirit bubbled into fruition and over the course of time, the brand was born. Rude Bwoy Spirits begun being crafted in Tampa at a small distillery and over the next four years, the tastes and notes were (as they would say in Jamaica) “twisted and bent up” thru trial and error until the taste of the “Old Days” was in every drop. It was time for the world to see that Rude Bwoy Spirits was here and it was time for the brand to be taken nationally. From this passion to bring the world the best coconut rum, and specialized sugar cane vodka, as well as the smoothest white and gold rums, Island in a Bottle, LLC was created and operates today as the brand’s management, sales, and marketing arm.
The range:
Ultra Premium Rude Bwoy Coconut Rum
Ultra Premium Rude Bwoy Vodka
Both the products recently won a silver medal at the 2020 Bartender Spirits Competition where leading bartenders of the USA judge the spirits.
Los Angeles consumers can buy directly from their online store or can also pick these spirits from Holiday Wine Cellar.
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