Author Kevin R. Kosar releases Moonshine: A Global History

I was fortunate to attend a reception at the Distilled Spirits Council offices the other night for Kevin R. Kosar, vice president of policy at R Street Institute, and his new book Moonshine: A Global History. Despite its close association with Appalachia, the concept of moonshine really is a worldwide phenomenon. Kosar offers some details…

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Tales of the Cocktail: Spotlight on Shochu

Shochu expert Stephen Lyman of Kampai.us brings us up to date on the Japanese spirit’s expanding presence in the U.S. market. Apologies for some of the audio on this one.

Tales of the Cocktail: Bacardi portfolio party

Tales of the Cocktail 2017 attendees ride the Neon Tide at Bacardi’s portfolio party, featuring Grey Goose vodka, Dewar’s blended Scotch whisky, Bombay Sapphire gin, Leblon cachaça and many more iconic brands.