by laurbuzz | Sep 25, 2025 | Distilled, Featured Articles
The versatile and botanical-driven spirit can take a distinct page from the place it’s made. WORDS Adam H. Callaghan Given the planet’s widespread variety of juniper species and the countless additional botanicals that can be used to flavor gin, it was only a matter...
by laurbuzz | May 22, 2025 | Distilled, Featured Articles
Courtesy SACRED One mezcal enthusiast’s quest to demystify ethical agave and understand how conscious consumerism can exist for the complex spirit of Mexico. WORDS Alisha Miranda I remember the day I realized I should stop drinking mezcal. It was an early afternoon in...
by laurbuzz | Mar 19, 2025 | Distilled, Featured Articles
Evan Anderson The co-owners of Eda Rhyne Distilling Company talk creation, destruction, resilience and impact in the spirited south. WORDS Carrie Honaker Moonshiners, bootleggers and illicit distillings come to mind when you mention Appalachia’s history with spirits....
by laurbuzz | Aug 12, 2024 | Distilled, Featured Articles
Photo courtesy Delola The marvelous maker and shaker shares her perspective on the evolution of mixology and how we can continue to raise the bar. WORDS Lauren Buzzeo Lynnette Marrero has seen some spirited things. As a decades-long bar and hospitality industry...
by laurbuzz | Jun 21, 2024 | Distilled, Featured Articles
Image courtesy Grecia Erives / Xila Agave spirits have certainly been having a moment, but there’s a diverse world of unique Mexican distillates also ready for some limelight. WORDS Courtney Iseman The rise of tequila and mezcal in American bars is a success story for...
by laurbuzz | May 28, 2024 | Distilled, Featured Articles
Courtesy Lost Spirits Distillery When visiting distilleries, great drinks are undoubtedly important, but so are the experiences. WORDS Yolanda Evans It can be amazing to visit the place where a favorite spirit is made, but after checking out a few distilleries, the...
