With this week’s return to summer and accompanying scorching temperatures, I went looking for a good thirst quencher for sipping on the patio and found one. The brewers at Squatters have been cooking up a lineup of new and dynamic seasonal beers for Summer 2020 and one of my favorites is Squatters Juicy IPA, which comes in 12 oz. cans. The team at Squatters sure got the … [Read more...]
SaltFire Mobius Trip: Fate Bell
It’s hard to believe that it’s already been two years since SaltFire Brewing Co. opened to the public. But yep, it was two years ago May 15th. So, Happy Anniversary SaltFire! The folks from SaltFire say that under normal circumstances they’d have thrown a big shindig to celebrate their 2nd anniversary. They say that “things being the way they are, we'll just have to put … [Read more...]
Schöfferhofer Grapefruit Hefeweizen
I have to confess that I am not a great fan of grapefruit. I never quite understood why it was Hunter S. Thompson’s favorite food, except that he could inject it with vodka. But I’ve never been especially fond of grapefruit’s bitterness. That has changed, however, with the release of Schöfferhofer Grapefruit Hefeweizen, which I really love. Perfect for summer, Schöfferhofer … [Read more...]
Château Minuty for Mom
My wife is a mom who really loves Rosé wines. So, for Mother’s Day I’ll plan to crack open a special bottle of Rosé to celebrate with her. Specifically, I’ll open a bottle of Rosé from Château Minuty, the iconic French producer of Côtes de Provence Rosé. Château Minuty makes a range of Rosé wines for every budget, from $23 for M de Minuty to $90 for the intensely delicious … [Read more...]
Chalk Hill Estate Winery Sonoma Coast Chardonnay
Remember book clubs? Well, I suppose they’re mostly virtual now, due to COVID-19 social distancing. But hey, we can still all enjoy a good book while sipping some great wine, right? Chalk Hill Estate Winery has the wine covered with the recently released Chalk Hill Chardonnay Sonoma Coast ($17.95). As for what to read while enjoy a glass of Chalk Hill Chardonnay, here are … [Read more...]
Wasatch Guava Rosa
We can all use a little sunshine in our lives, right? Well, Wasatch Brewery is here to help. With summer sipping in mind, a Mexican-inspired ale called Guava Rosa is now available in 6-packs of 12 oz. cans. According to the Wasatch brewers, the 7.1% ABV Guava Rosa “was inspired by a trip south of the border to Guadalajara, Mexico, for a collaboration brew with award-winning … [Read more...]
Level Crossing Peach Blonde
Level Crossing Brewing has rejiggered their taproom for the safety of customers and staff and they are taking to-go orders for their outstanding wood-fired pizzas for pickup from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. They include Margherita, Italian Hero Pizza, Veggin’ Out, Hawaiian, Sweet Home Chicago, Holy Trinity and others. While you’re there, pick up a crowler ($5 each) of one of their … [Read more...]
Enjoy Sheltering at Home with Bonterra Can-Do
With many of us sheltering at home these days, picnics and campouts aren’t really leisure options. Or are they … ? Hey, why not camp out or stage a picnic right at home - indoors or outdoors? Spread a blanket on the ground or living room floor and crack open a can or two of tasty wine. Thanks to Bonterra Organic Vineyards, even canned wines come from vineyards that have … [Read more...]
Utah Brews News During COVID-19 Pandemics
As is the case with restaurants and bars, Utah’s brewing industry is under severe stress thanks to COVID-19 shutdowns and restrictions. Brewpubs are trying to survive with curbside takeout service just as many breweries are selling beer-to-go. (Thankfully, that hasn’t been terminated … yet.) We can all help by drinking locally-brewed beer and buying gift cards and swag from … [Read more...]
Ogden’s Own Five Wives Vodka (and Hand Sanitizer)
Kudos to Steve Conlin and all the good folks at Ogden’s Own Distillery, makers of Five Wives Vodka, for their tireless work in helping to supply our community with hand sanitizer. Yes, that’s right. The outfit - normally known for making award-winning Five Wives Vodka - have shifted production during the COVID-19 crisis to making hand sanitizer. My wife stood outside in line on … [Read more...]
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