Articles about Texas Spirits

Texas Fest at Sigel’s Tonight

posted by Hayley Hamilton | March 27th, 2013 8:06am | filed under beer, Events, freebies, Hot dogs are the new hamburger, Texas Spirits, Texas Wine, Wine & Spirits |

Over the past several years the entrepreneurial spirit has grasped many spirit loving individuals throughout our state, taking hold in a variety of forms from wine to craft beer to quality spirits, even mead.  Tonight from 6-8pm Sigel’s will welcome many to their Fitzhugh location for a celebration of all things Texas, including Post Oak Red Hots, the incredible gourmet Chicago-style hot dogs created by Chef/Owner Brian Luscher of The Grape.

Some of the libations to be tasted include selections from Lakewood Brewing Company, Duchman (including their stellar Vermentino), Becker and Pedernales Wineries, and spirits from Western Son Vodka, Deep Eddy Vodka, Balcones Whiskey, Waterloo Gin, and the recently introduced Silver Star Texas Whiskey.   Guests will have an opportunity to taste 12 samples (all for free) and everything featured at the event will be specially sale priced, but you must RSVP here.

 

What To Drink Now: Savor Dallas Reserve Tasting and International Grand Tasting

posted by Hayley Hamilton | March 18th, 2013 12:32pm | filed under Cheese, Chefs, Festivals, Savor dallas, Texas Spirits, Texas Wine, Wine & Spirits, Wine Pairing | 2 Comments »
Gallo Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon (left); Grand Tasting (right) photos by Louie Solomon

Gallo Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon (left); Grand Tasting (right) photos by Louie Solomon

Each year Savor Dallas continues to grow, bringing residents from all over North Texas together for a weekend of wine and food celebration. This year, in its ninth, Savor added evening events at Trinity Groves, the Perot Museum, and a special evening at the Dallas Arboretum, bringing Dallas Blooms and wines from all over the globe together.  However, the original tasting opportunities still remain the best, pairing some of the best chefs in the city together with wines and a plethora of spirits from all over the world at the big International Grand Tasting. This applies to the the special Reserve Wines tasting just before. I had a chance to attend both Saturday night as a guest of Savor Dallas.

Neyen Espiritu de Apalta - Colchagua Valley Red Blend (being poured from decanter)

Neyen Espiritu de Apalta – Colchagua Valley Red
Blend (being poured from decanter)

Held for the second year at the spacious Irving Convention Center, the Reserve Tasting started at 5 p.m. with representatives from Moet-Hennessy, Numanthia, Cheval des Andes, and The Puzzle from Newton. Diageo poured incredible Rutherford dust filled BV Georges de Latour Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon; Duckhorn offered its incredible Howell Mountain Cabernet;, and Wrath Wines poured a crisp and luscious, wax-capped San Saba Chardonnay. Some special spirits included a four-year aged Casa Sauza XA Limited Edition Gran Anejo Tequila. Comfortably spread out guests easily meandered from table-to-table, sipping and enjoying, while having the opportunity to talk about the wines with the representatives with ease.

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What To Drink and Buy Now: Gifts for the Wine, Food, and Spirits Lover

posted by Hayley Hamilton | December 11th, 2012 9:12am | filed under Christmas, Gifts, Texas Spirits, Wine & Spirits |

Looking for a few unique gifts for the person on your list who has everything? Consider one of these beautiful ideas that will please even the most finicky friends.

Earlier this year famed photographer Annie Leibovitz lent her talents to The Macallan’s Masters of Photography Series to create unique, limited production single cask whiskies now being released by The Macallan.  There are four photographs capturing Scottish actor Kevin McKidd sips The Macallan, probably thoughtfully remembering his time as a young man when he worked at the distillery. 1000 bottles will be sold through December, costing about $2500 a bottle, a beautiful gift for the scotch lover and collector in your life. Continue reading "What To Drink and Buy Now: Gifts for the Wine, Food, and Spirits Lover"

What To Drink and Buy Now: Gifts That Give Back

posted by Hayley Hamilton | December 7th, 2012 9:00am | filed under Christmas, Gifts, Texas Spirits, Wine & Spirits |

Isn’t it great when you can give a gift that will both delight the recipient and give back to some great causes?  Here are a few ideas that are sure to do just that, some of which were sent for editorial consideration.

Fonseca Bin 27 Limited Edition Artisit Series for Waterkeeper Alliance.  Fonseca Bin 27 Reserve Ruby Port was first created over a century ago and is today known as a leader in utilizing sustainable practices throughout the process of making their port.  Their partnership with Waterkeeper Alliance, an organization dedicated to preserving clean waterways, and cleaning them up, for safe waters to drink, fish and swim in.  This year’s artist series label features Portuguese graphic artist Sebastião Rodrigues (1929-1997) who focused on traditional graphic depictions in his work.  The image is of a fisherman on the Douro River, a key port of trade for port for centuries.  The bottle is available through December.  Fonseca will donate $15,000 to Waterkeeper Alliance to help maintain clean waterways throughout the world. Continue reading "What To Drink and Buy Now: Gifts That Give Back"

What To Drink Now: New Spirits

posted by Hayley Hamilton | October 19th, 2012 3:16pm | filed under cocktails, Texas Spirits, Wine & Spirits | 4 Comments »

JEM Beverage Company Co-Partners (left to right) Ben Jenkins, Master Distiller Michael Pfeiffer, John Straits and Evan Batt

Spirits have come a long way in recent years, moving beyond the traditional brands to more artisanal products created with innovation, passion and determination in mind, and always keeping high quality and great taste in mind. Here are a few new spirit brands available in Dallas that embrace these ideas. A few selections were sent for editorial consideration. Continue reading "What To Drink Now: New Spirits"

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