Happy World Sherry Day to all of my friends who observe! I took a break for the past couple of weeks to complete a sherry course (I'm talking immersion here), so I'll be back with more about that very soon. Meanwhile, today is World Sherry Day. If you've never tried a Bamboo cocktail, there's no … Continue reading It’s World Sherry Day. Try a Bamboo!
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Cocktail of the Week: In which I light a cocktail against the darkness
Presented by Cooks’ World and Pinnacle Wine & Liquor As of this post’s date, we are only three days away from the only total eclipse I expect to see in my lifetime (weather permitting, of course, and the Rochester forecast is hopeful). Naturally, the eclipse inspired me to try at least one other thing I’ve … Continue reading Cocktail of the Week: In which I light a cocktail against the darkness
Cooks’ World/Pinnacle Liquor Cocktail of the Week: Bitter Jean
Thursday, January 25th, is the birthday of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns—one of the most important dates on the Scottish cultural calendar. It’s celebrated worldwide with Burns Night suppers, a tradition that began in 1801, and naturally there is always fine Scotch whisky involved. To observe the occasion in advance and help customers with their … Continue reading Cooks’ World/Pinnacle Liquor Cocktail of the Week: Bitter Jean
Scotch Whisky lovers: Make a Burns Night plan
Rochester area friends, come to Pinnacle Wine & Liquor between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday afternoon, January 20! Mark this on your calendar: From 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, January 20, Pinnacle Wine & Liquor will hold its third annual Burns Day Scotch whisky tasting—a midwinter celebration of Scotland’s two greatest gifts to the … Continue reading Scotch Whisky lovers: Make a Burns Night plan
Great gins and rum with rum sauce!
Rochester area friends, it's the season for gin and rum cocktails (I mean, isn't it always, but especially during warm weather)! This weekend and next I'll be featuring Citadelle gins and some outstanding rums from Maison Ferrand. Check out my events page, mark your calendar, and drop by to try something new!
Seminar offering: “Vermouth—A star is reborn!”
When: Wednesday, October 26, 2022 - 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Where: Pinnacle Wine & Liquor, 1720 Monroe Ave, Brighton ( just west of Twelve Corners)Advance ticket purchase required. Registration link: https://www.pinnacleliquor.com/events/i81121322p Seminar Description: Using a selection of vermouths available at Pinnacle Wine & Liquor for illustration, this seminar will review the history and evolution of … Continue reading Seminar offering: “Vermouth—A star is reborn!”
Blog feature: Where I’ll be pouring soon
Rochester and Western New York friends, if you're interested in trying some new spirits and wines, you can find out on this site where I'll be pouring tastings around the area in upcoming weeks. See that "Events" tab up there? I keep that updated as events hit my calendar, and I let you know at … Continue reading Blog feature: Where I’ll be pouring soon
The Libation Lounge 