It’s here for a good time, not a long time. Crown Royals latest ready-to-drink release is Crown Royal Whiskey Lemonade and I’m gonna take a small guess and say it’s gonna be flying off the shelves this spring. “Our newest variety brings together our distinctively smooth whisky with lemonade for a refreshingly light tasting and…
Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. From headlines about automation to bold predictions about the future of work, it can be hard to separate hype from reality—especially if you’re running a retail business and just trying to keep shelves stocked and customers happy. So what does AI in retail actually mean for you? The short…
Did you know June 4th is National Cognac Day? Well you do now. We celebrate all holidays around here and especially alcoholidays that give us another excuse to drink. Traditionally Cognac is more of a warm weather spirit, so it was a bit surprising to find out its being celebrated in June, a Summer month…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Andrea McHugh Andrea McHugh is a New England-based food, wine and spirits, and travel writer. Her byline can be found in US News, Insider, Parade Magazine, the Boston Globe, Yankee Magazine, Classic Boat, Travel Awaits, TripSavvy, the Hartford Courant and numerous national and international publications. She’s traveled to destinations far and wide,…
It’s here for a good time, not a long time. Crown Royals latest ready-to-drink release is Crown Royal Whiskey Lemonade and I’m gonna take a small guess and say it’s gonna be flying off the shelves this spring. “Our newest variety brings together our distinctively smooth whisky with lemonade for a refreshingly light tasting and…
Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. From headlines about automation to bold predictions about the future of work, it can be hard to separate hype from reality—especially if you’re running a retail business and just trying to keep shelves stocked and customers happy. So what does AI in retail actually mean for you? The short…
Did you know June 4th is National Cognac Day? Well you do now. We celebrate all holidays around here and especially alcoholidays that give us another excuse to drink. Traditionally Cognac is more of a warm weather spirit, so it was a bit surprising to find out its being celebrated in June, a Summer month…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Andrea McHugh Andrea McHugh is a New England-based food, wine and spirits, and travel writer. Her byline can be found in US News, Insider, Parade Magazine, the Boston Globe, Yankee Magazine, Classic Boat, Travel Awaits, TripSavvy, the Hartford Courant and numerous national and international publications. She’s traveled to destinations far and wide,…
The Story Behind The Picante de la Casa Evgeny Tolmachev has built a reputation as one of the industry’s most inventive bartenders. Born in Siberia, he went on to create one of the first large-scale, POV-style bartender education channels on YouTube, sharing his techniques with an audience of mixologists long before he became head bartender…
Have you heard people refer to the Hennessy Nas bottle? A limited edition Hennessy bottled inspired by the culture. If you had told the founders of Hennessy that years later their bottle would be graced by a rapper, i’m sure they would have scoffed, but we’ve seen Hennessy except and promote the culture as a…
Have you heard of Cierto Tequila? As if you didn’t need another reason to crack open a bottle, National Tequila Day is right around the corner on July 24th. You may have your favorite spirit handy, but if you’re looking to try something different, we’re sharing a preview of one of our upcoming product reviews;…
COMMON GROUND GIN REVIEW Gin is kind of one of those love it or hate it spirits. For some, it’s an introduction into aroma and flavor, for others it’s a reminder of bad times in college with simple rock gut gin and juice combinations. For us, it was probably 2013, our first year at Tales…
Discover Atlanta’s 10 Most Unique Cocktail Bars for 2025Unveil the perfect blend of mixology, ambiance, and innovation—Atlanta’s cocktail scene is heating up! From secret speakeasies to brunch-friendly lounges, this curated list spotlights the top mixology hotspots that every cocktail lover needs to explore. 1. May Peel Nestled beneath Hotel Granada, May Peel’s moody, intimate vibe…
July 24 2026 Walking into a traditional kafana in Belgrade feels like stepping into someone’s living room mid-celebration. The air thickens with wood smoke, grilled meat, and something sharper beneath it all, a scent that hits before you even sit down. That scent is rakija, the fruit brandy that serves as Serbia’s cultural handshake, digestif,…
