Danyelle Dell'OlioToday is Hot-Buttered Rum Day! Hot-Buttered Rum is a warm cocktail containing dark rum, butter, hot water or cider, sweetener and spices. It is the perfect cocktail to warm your soul on this awfully, frigid day! Contrary to hot toddies and mulled wines hailing from Europe, the hot-buttered rum concoction is an American made drink. … Continue reading “Hot-Buttered Rum Day”
Danyelle Dell'OlioOn January 16, 1919 the 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, prohibiting the “manufacture, sale, or transportation of intoxicating liquors for beverage purposes” was ratified and officially went into effect on January 17, 1920. Prohibition was now a part of the Constitution, and the stockpiling began. All the production and sale of alcohol was driven … Continue reading “On This Day in History: January 16th, 1919”
Danyelle Dell'OlioThe Hot Toddy is amongst the classic winter cocktail favorites because it warms the soul and also helps remedy the common cold. A classic cocktail that unfortunately is not found on too many cocktail lists, the Hot Toddy is perfect for sipping on a cold winter night, or used as a night cap. In 18th … Continue reading “National Hot Toddy Day!”
Danyelle Dell'OlioJersey City Whiskey Fest 2020 Friday, January 31, 2020 | Harborside Atrium, Jersey City, NJ On Friday, January 31st, come to Jersey City’s Harborside Atrium on the waterfront to taste over 100 selections of whiskies and spirits. There will be everything ranging from Kentucky style bourbon to Mexican Mezcal. Learn from industry experts while enjoying … Continue reading “”
Danyelle Dell'OlioYou wake up on New Year’s Day feeling groggy, head pounding, you can’t move, and all you want is greasy delivery food to soak up the large quantities of alcohol you drank last night. Well, Vita Coco and Postmates teamed up to bring you just that. A hangover recovery kit with the following essentials: a … Continue reading “NYC Hangover Recovery Kit Delivered to your Door!”
Danyelle Dell'OlioNew Year’s Eve is 5 days away and it is time to stock up on bubbly for your bottle popping festivities. There’s nothing better than ringing in the new year with a nice glass of champagne, or champagne cocktail while toasting to the good life! Buying Champagne or Prosecco can be costly when you’re having … Continue reading “Top 5 Bottles of Bubbly Under $20”
Danyelle Dell'OlioNo holiday party is complete without a little egg nog to sip on. This frothy, eggy beverage can be traced all the way back to medieval England where once it was an egg-based wine or ale mixture. But now, a traditional recipe calls for eggs, milk, heavy cream, bourbon or rum, and a little nutmeg … Continue reading “3 Egg Nog Recipes for the Holiday Season”
Danyelle Dell'OlioThe third beer spa in all the US will be opening its doors this coming March in Denver, Colorado. On the edge of Five Points, this spa will be offering a full list of beer-infused services, as well as a self-serve beer wall including wine and kombucha. Co-owner, Jessica French hits the nail on the … Continue reading “The Beer Spa | Denver, Colorado”
Danyelle Dell'OlioSix Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ will be hosting their 10th annual Grape Adventure Wine Festival November 2 and 3. There will be over a dozen local vineyards sampling wine, 25 local artisans and 18 different food stands! Grape Adventure takes place 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM both on Saturday Nov. 2nd and Sunday, … Continue reading “Six Flags Grape Adventure”
Danyelle Dell'OlioHave you heard of brandied fruit? It’s a perfect way to sneak in some booze with your dessert. Or, if you want a semi-healthy snack that’s extra tasty, you can whip out a couple of these to enjoy. I’m not sure if boozy snacks can be healthy, but hey, it’s fruit! A simple recipe for … Continue reading “Brandied Fruit Day!”
