AUSTRALIA: No Rest for the Wine-Obsessed: 7 Days, 17 Wineries

Written by Peter Plaehn, Wine Buyer   Australia is home to some of the oldest own-rooted vineyards in the world. That is, parts of the country have never had to graft their vines onto disease-resistant rootstocks like most of the world must do. Cirillo’s 1848, which contains both the oldest Grenache and oldest Semillon vines in … read more

One Bottle, Endless Possibilities: Zumbador Tequila

Written by Surdyk's Staff Surdyk's staff is here to show you how to use a specialty spirit or liqueur in several ways so you can feel confident about your purchase AND avoid lingering bottles in the back of the bar cabinet. THE BOTTLE: Zumbador Blanco Tequila from Jalisco, Mexico { "__shgImageV3Elements": … read more

The Art of the Spanish Gin Tónica

Written by Surdyk's Staff The Art of the Spanish Gin Tonica - A Local Twist on a European Classic. When most people think of gin and tonic, they picture a simple highball: gin, tonic water, maybe a wedge of lime. But in Spain, this humble cocktail has evolved into something extraordinary-a drink that is equal parts mixology, aromatherapy, a … read more

One Bottle: Endless Possibilities

Written by Surdyk's Staff Surdyk's staff is here to show you how to use a specialty spirit or liqueur in several ways so you can feel confident about your purchase AND avoid lingering bottles in the back of the bar cabinet. THE BOTTLE: Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin with California Orange Citrus { "__shgIma … read more