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Passoa is the world’s #1 passion fruit liqueur, made with real passion fruit and no artificial flavors. Developed 40 years ago, Passoã has a full-bodied sweetness and zest on the palate, and adds an attractive red hue to any cocktail. Passoã is the key ingredient in the iconic Rockstar Martini Cocktail, created by Douglas Ankrah in 2002. Low in ABV, Passoã also brings an exotic passionfruit twist to classic cocktails including the Margarita, Spritz, Mojito and Sangria. It can

Chicken Cock Whiskey, one of America’s oldest whiskey brands established in 1856, is proud to unveil a comprehensive label refresh for its core portfolio. Launched in alignment with the brand’s 170th anniversary, the new designs personify the brand’s heritage by introducing five unique roosters—Remy, Ricky, Riley, Russell, and Rocco—to represent the distinct character of each expression. The updated labels are now available nationwide on the following core whiskies: Remy: Whe

If Father’s Day invites us to honor what came before us and ask what comes next, consider a father-son conversation that sparked a new chapter in one of America’s most enduring beverage families. This Father’s Day, Coors Whiskey Co. invites a look at how one family continues to honor its roots while building on the grit, ingenuity and craftsmanship that have defined the Coors name for five generations. When David Coors, great-great grandson of immigrant founder Adolph Coors

The Arthur J is the kind of steakhouse that feels both timeless and very much of the moment. In a city that loves polished casual, this Manhattan Beach dining room leans into old‑school glamour—then quietly updates everything from the cocktails to the sourcing. Located on Manhattan Beach Avenue, The Arthur J wraps guests in a mid‑century‑inspired room filled with warm woods, leather banquettes, and a glow that could have been lifted from a stylish 1960s film. It is unmistakab

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, renewed interest is turning toward the craftsmanship, agriculture, trade routes, and makers that helped shape the nation’s identity. Few modern spirits brands capture that sense of heritage quite like Veritable Distillery, a Connecticut-based producer creating premium bottles rooted in historical authenticity, refined production, and an uncommon commitment to transparency. Founded with a simple but ambitious mission - to make excep

Elevated Magazines: You’ve spent over 20 years perfecting Tequila Partida — what does it mean to you personally to be the Maestro Tequilero behind what is considered the world’s highest-rated additive-free tequila, and how has your philosophy evolved over those two decades? José Valdez: Being the Maestro Tequilero behind Tequila Partida has been both a personal and professional fulfillment. It is incredibly rewarding to see decades of dedication reflected in the brand’s prest

THE ELEVATED WINE, SPIRITS & CUISINE GUIDE The State of Whiskey in 2026 The whiskey category in 2026 is experiencing a moment of genuine maturity after a decade of extraordinary expansion. The bourbon boom that defined American whiskey through the 2010s has evolved into something more nuanced — a market where supply has begun to catch up with demand in certain categories, where age statement whiskeys that disappeared from shelves have cautiously returned, and where the second

In the increasingly crowded world of American whiskey, few new labels have managed to break through with both credibility and character as quickly as ROW 94. Launched by country music star Dierks Bentley, the Kentucky straight bourbon has, in just over a year, earned a reputation that blends craftsmanship with accessibility—an uncommon pairing in today’s premium spirits market. Now entering its second year, ROW 94 is accelerating its national expansion alongside the release o

The world's greatest culinary experiences share a quality that is almost impossible to define and immediately recognizable when encountered — a sense that every element has been considered, that nothing is accidental, and that the people behind the experience care deeply about the impression it leaves. That quality is what Elevated Wine Spirits & Cuisine has sought out and celebrated since the magazine's founding. In 2026, the global fine dining and luxury beverage landscape

Julian “Pappy” Van Winkle, Sr., the iconic figure behind one of America’s most coveted bourbon brands, celebrated what would have been his 150th birthday on March 22, 2024. This legacy has continued to shape the world of whiskey and beyond through a four-generation family business. As the patriarch of the Van Winkle distilling family, Van Winkle’s influence has extended far beyond his lifetime, continuing on in the entrepreneurial success of his grandchildren and great grandc

Grain & Barrel Spirits announces the introduction of the newest brand in its portfolio, High Goal Luxury Gin . Born of the sport of polo and gleaning inspiration from the culinary epicenter of Charleston, South Carolina, where the gin is produced, High Goal is a “New World” gin that utilizes hints of citrus and mint in its unique blend of regionally-focused botanicals. The original vision of serial spirits entrepreneur Matti Christian Anttila, Co-Founder and CEO of Grain and