Low Sulfite Wines

Written by Surdyk's Staff Sulfite is sulfur dioxide, or SO2. It’s a common preservative, measured in parts per million (ppm). Without sulfites, oxygen has free reign to spoil things (think brown apples, fruit, meat, you name it). Wine is particularly susceptible to spoilage from oxygen and bacteria, so a measured amount is necessary t … read more

That's Amaro!

Written by Surdyk's Staff I’ll often find customers standing in front of Surdyk’s ever-expanding amaro selection with puzzled looks on their faces. They might tell me that they want to try an amaro, but don’t really even know what they are. I don’t blame them for being a little perplexed. Not only are many amari (the … read more

Q & A with Consultant J'Kalein Madison

Written by Surdyk's Staff Where were you born & raised? I was born in Pickens, Mississippi and raised in Waterloo, IA   Do you own a pet? Yes, Teddy or Theodore Maximus Madison when he’s in trouble (and he’s in trouble a lot!)   Favorite food? Mac & Cheese or just anything with cheese if I’m honest!   … read more

Surdyk's Gift Guide

Written by Surdyk's Staff Got a list? We’ve got the gifts.  ‘Tis the season…and we are here for it! Here’s gift-worthy bottles to already-wrapped Cocktail Kits to Gift Sets to accessories and stocking stuffers. Stop in and see all of our Holiday Gift ideas and check off that list with Surdyk’s!  … read more