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Portland’s TOAST 2014: Come sip artisan distilled spirits

Posted on April 8, 2014

The growth of local distilleries in the state has skyrocketed in the last few years. With a food-centric focus on locally made, artisanal products, this rapid progression in the world of spirits is no surprise. Fortunately the Oregon Distillers Guild coordinates an annual TOAST event for all the spirit aficionados in the Portland area. With over 30 producers pouring […]

Wondering how to taste Pisco?

Posted on January 24, 2012

Wondering how to taste Pisco? Pisco is to be tasted by swirling the glass and taking a short, very short whiff, you will notice the burning alcohol this way. Not normally pleasant. What you have to do is take a short sip; DO NOT aerate in the mouth–it will burn your nose and throat. I […]