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Bottle 5 of of this stuff down, and somehow it still hits every bit as good as the first. Rich sherry, dark fruit, and t...
06/24/2026

Bottle 5 of of this stuff down, and somehow it still hits every bit as good as the first. Rich sherry, dark fruit, and that classic Macallan profile that keeps pulling me back.

The problem? I’m running dangerously low. 🥃

I guess The Crusher takes its branding very seriously.We made it all the way through the store until my daughter decided...
06/18/2026

I guess The Crusher takes its branding very seriously.

We made it all the way through the store until my daughter decided this bottle deserved an early release. One spectacular crash later, there was Petit Syrah everywhere and a crowd wondering if happy hour had started.

Huge shoutout to the absolute legends on the store staff who handled the cleanup with nothing but smiles and kindness. You all turned an embarrassing dad moment into a good reminder that great customer service still exists.

RIP to a bottle that truly lived up to its name. 🍷💥

Purple Angel has earned a permanent place on my wine fridge.What makes this bottle even more fascinating is the story be...
06/17/2026

Purple Angel has earned a permanent place on my wine fridge.

What makes this bottle even more fascinating is the story behind it. Carmenère was once one of Bordeaux’s classic grapes until the phylloxera epidemic of the 19th century devastated European vineyards. For generations, it was believed to be extinct. It wasn’t until the 1990s that growers in Chile discovered they had been cultivating Carmenère all along, mistaking it for Merlot. Talk about one of wine’s greatest comebacks.

Montes takes that rediscovered grape and turns it into something truly special. Purple Angel is lush without feeling heavy, balancing layers of blackberry, ripe plum, dark chocolate, espresso, violet, and cedar with silky tannins that seem to go on forever. Every glass manages to be both powerful and elegant, and that’s exactly why I keep coming back to it.

I’ve had bottles that cost more, but very few leave the same impression. This is one of those wines that reminds me why I fell in love with red wine in the first place.

If you’ve found a wine that delivers a similar experience, whether it’s another Chilean Carmenère, a bold Right Bank Bordeaux, or something completely unexpected, I want to hear about it. I’m always looking for the next bottle that can earn a spot next to Purple Angel.

Cheers 🍷

RedWine

The best ci**rs aren’t always the rarest or the most expensive. They’re the ones that remind you of a moment that can ne...
06/16/2026

The best ci**rs aren’t always the rarest or the most expensive. They’re the ones that remind you of a moment that can never be recreated.

The Accomplice Holiday Bauble Reserve isn’t a blend. It’s a timestamp. Every year’s release is rolled once, smoked once, and then quietly disappears into humidors and memories. Mine opened with creamy cedar, roasted nuts, fresh bread, and a measured dose of black pepper before settling into caramel sweetness and flawless construction.

The ash will fall. The smoke will drift away. The blend will never exist again.

That’s exactly what makes it special.

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After spending time with the G4 Blanco lineup last week, I had to circle back and give Del Maguey Chichicapa another pou...
06/15/2026

After spending time with the G4 Blanco lineup last week, I had to circle back and give Del Maguey Chichicapa another pour.

I’ll admit it: I’m not much of a peat guy. Whether it’s Islay Scotch or heavily smoky spirits, they usually aren’t my first choice, so mezcal has always been a category I struggle to judge fairly.

Even so, Chichicapa is undeniably well made. The smoke is integrated with roasted agave, grilled pineapple, herbs, citrus, and a touch of earthy minerality that keeps each sip interesting. The texture is rich, and the finish lingers with just enough sweetness to balance the savory notes.

For my palate, it’s good, but not great. That’s more a reflection of my preferences than the bottle itself.

Now, turn it into a mezcalita? That’s a completely different story. The smoke cuts through citrus beautifully and adds a depth that tequila just can’t replicate. I’ll happily keep a bottle of Chichicapa on the shelf for exactly that reason.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)

If I could burn one One Wish Willow for any bottle in the Foursquare lineup, I’m pretty sure I’d spend my only wish on C...
06/12/2026

If I could burn one One Wish Willow for any bottle in the Foursquare lineup, I’m pretty sure I’d spend my only wish on Criterion.

Ten years in ex-bourbon and ex-Madeira casks. Pot and column still distillate in perfect balance. Rich caramel, toasted oak, dark fruit, baking spice, and that unmistakable Foursquare elegance that somehow manages to be both powerful and impossibly refined.

Wish granted.

🥃

One glass of Clos de los Siete at the Dallas Love airport and I was impressed enough to track down a bottle for home. Th...
06/12/2026

One glass of Clos de los Siete at the Dallas Love airport and I was impressed enough to track down a bottle for home. Thanks

The nose opens with ripe blackberry, plum, violet, and a touch of cedar and baking spice. On the palate it strikes a beautiful balance between rich fruit and structure. Medium-plus body, bright natural acidity, silky tannins, and just enough dryness to keep you reaching for another sip without overwhelming the fruit.

There’s a subtle layer of dark chocolate, to***co, and vanilla from the oak that adds complexity, but nothing feels overdone. It finishes long, clean, and surprisingly elegant for the price.

That’s the beauty of Mendoza. The region consistently produces wines that drink well above their price point, and Clos de los Siete is a perfect example. It has the concentration of a much more expensive Bordeaux-style blend while remaining incredibly approachable.

Cheers to the weekend 🍷

I’ve had this one tucked away for a while, and today seemed like the perfect excuse to revisit it.The OG Old Fitzgerald ...
06/10/2026

I’ve had this one tucked away for a while, and today seemed like the perfect excuse to revisit it.

The OG Old Fitzgerald 11 Year Bottled-in-Bond Spring 2018 release still drinks exactly how I remembered it: rich caramel, toasted oak, vanilla, and that classic Heaven Hill profile that somehow manages to be both elegant and bold at 100 proof.

I’d polish off the rest of this bottle, but I’ve got a plane to Vegas this afternoon. Sometimes a single pour and a little appreciation are all you need.

🥃✈️

I know you’ve probably had G4 Reposado, but have you tried the whole line? After spending some time with these bottles, ...
06/09/2026

I know you’ve probably had G4 Reposado, but have you tried the whole line?

After spending some time with these bottles, I’m convinced the Blancos deserve just as much attention. 👀

The standard Blanco is everything I want in a highland tequila: bright cooked agave, citrus, black pepper, and a clean minerality that keeps you coming back for another sip.

Then there’s the 108 proof Blanco. This one is an absolute agave bomb. Rich, oily, loaded with sweet roasted agave, fresh herbs, and a peppery finish that somehow stays incredibly balanced. 😋

And here’s the hot take: G4 108 Proof stands shoulder to shoulder with Fortaleza Still Strength. In fact, I think it delivers just as much flavor, if not a little more, despite Fortaleza being one of my all-time favorites. That’s not a knock on Fortaleza at all. It’s simply a reminder that Felipe Camarena is producing something truly special.

To round things out, a pour of Del Maguey Chichicapa reminds me why agave is one of the most diverse spirits on the planet. Sweet smoke, tropical fruit, earth, and spice all in one glass.

If your tequila journey starts and ends with Reposado, you’re missing some incredible bottles.

Steve Saka doesn’t miss.The Muestra de Saka is everything I love about Nicaraguan to***co. Rich espresso, dark cocoa, bl...
06/08/2026

Steve Saka doesn’t miss.

The Muestra de Saka is everything I love about Nicaraguan to***co. Rich espresso, dark cocoa, black pepper, roasted nuts, and just enough natural sweetness to keep every draw interesting. It’s bold without ever becoming harsh and somehow gets better with every inch. 😝

Paired with a fresh shot of espresso, it’s one of the best cigar and coffee combinations I’ve had in a long time. The roasted coffee amplifies the chocolate and earth notes while the cigar adds a creamy finish that lingers forever.

I’d show you the cigar… but I’m too busy smoking it. 🍂🔥💨

If you ever come across one, don’t hesitate. Buy it. Light it. Enjoy every second.

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