by Bob Lipinski | Dec 5, 2025 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski As summer fades and activities like beach outings, pool parties, sailing, and open-air events wind down, I eagerly anticipate the delights of autumn—especially when it comes to food and drinks. This season invites you to savor cocktails, both hot and...
by Bob Lipinski | Nov 7, 2025 | Beer, Spirits, Wine
By Bob Lipinski Since 1789, our country has had 47 presidents—some well-known, others less so. While many enjoyed cocktails and alcoholic beverages, some chose not to drink. Here’s a quick look at the favorite drinks of our U.S. Presidents — and some may surprise you....
by Bob Lipinski | Apr 25, 2025 | Spirits
The word julep can be traced back over 600 years and stems from the Arabic julab or Persian jul-ab, meaning “rosewater.” The term has been referenced in English literature as early as 1400, originally referring to “a syrup composed solely of water and sugar.” Prior to...
by Bob Lipinski | Apr 7, 2025 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski “One tequila, two tequila, three tequila, floor.” — Comedian George Carlin, 1937-2008 Tequila is a distilled spirit produced from the juice of the blue agave, a plant native to Mexico. The agave has stiff, blue-tinted leaves and needle-like thorns,...
by Bob Lipinski | Aug 17, 2024 | Spirits
By Bob Lipinski “Drink because you are happy, but never because you are miserable.” — G.K. Chesterton, 1874-1936, English Writer If you’re like me, you probably enjoy cocktails year-round and perhaps you may even have a favorite one or even two. When I entertain,...
by Bob Lipinski | Mar 25, 2024 | Spirits, Wine
By Bob Lipinski “To offer wine is the most charming gesture of hospitality, and a host brings out for his guests the finest he has. Whether there are four wines or one, the gesture is the same.” (Alexis Lichine, 1913-1989, wine writer and winery owner) As an author...
Bob Lipinski, author of 10 books; writes, consults, and conducts training seminars on Wine, Spirits, and Food and is available for speaking engagements.
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