Wine, Beer & Cocktails

Best brews

Summer Beer of the Week: Big Top Brewing Company's Hotter Blonde

Looking for something refreshing to sip while lounging in the pool? Try this golden ale spiced up with jalapeños.

06/30/2022 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Best brews

Summer Beer of the Week: Motorworks Brewing's Low Light

Looking for something refreshing to sip while lounging in the pool? Try this 'very light lager' flavored with lemon and lime.

06/29/2022 By Sarafina Murphy-Gibson

Five O'Clock Somewhere

Corporate Ladder Brewing Is Crushing the Sour Beer Game

An award-winning Palmetto brewery is knocking out outrageously flavorful beers.

06/14/2022 By Lauren Jackson

What to Buy Dad

Wine Is an Excellent Father's Day Gift

And here are some of your best bets.

06/08/2022 By Bob McGinn

Straight to the Source

Now Is a Great Time to Plan a Trip to Wine Country

The cost of going to Napa Valley has skyrocketed, but there are many less-explored and more affordable regions to visit this year.

05/18/2022 By Bob McGinn

That time of year again

Forks & Corks Is Back!

While the popular Grand Tasting won't take place this year, there are plenty of other great wine and food events happening next week.

05/04/2022 By Bob McGinn

Don't Mock It Till You Try It

Cool Off With a Refreshing Mocktail From Siesta Key Oyster Bar

Alcohol-free versions of cocktials are all the rage these days. Here are four to try.

04/26/2022 By Samantha Lane

Guest Star

Wine Icon Bo Barrett Visits Sarasota

Bo Barrett of California's Chateau Montelena recently participated in a spectacular dinner at Michael's Wine Cellar.

04/20/2022 By Bob McGinn

Springtime traditions

How to Select the Right Wine for Easter and Passover

Wine plays an important role in the celebration of both holidays.

04/06/2022 By Bob McGinn

Stuff We Like

Ron del Barrilito Is Now Easy to Find in Sarasota, and I'm Very Grateful

The Puerto Rican rum has been a cult favorite for decades.

03/28/2022 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Globetrotting

A Part-Time Sarasota Resident Is Making a Fun New Wine Show on PBS

Wine First follows Liora Levi and Yolanda Año as they visit different wine regions around the world.

03/23/2022 By Bob McGinn

Your Health Questions Answered

Are You 'Sober Curious'?

Sober curiosity is a movement where people experiment with sobriety for health reasons. A Sarasota rehab facilitator and health coach weigh in.

03/09/2022 By Allison Forsyth

War and Wine

Ukrainian Winemakers Are Helping Their Country Resist the Russian Invasion

“If our army needs help from us, we will help."

03/08/2022 By Bob McGinn

Black History Month

African American Winemakers Are Changing the Face of the Wine Industry

"The goal is to create diversity in all levels of the wine business."

02/24/2022 By Bob McGinn

Thirst down

Forget the Beer. This Year, Break Out Some Nice Wine at Your Super Bowl Party.

Having friends over on Sunday? Here's what to serve.

02/09/2022 By Bob McGinn

Suds 'n Spokes

Grab a Beer and a Bike at This New Bradenton Bike Shop

A new Fit2Run store on Cortez Road includes a bar called Spokes.

02/03/2022 By Allison Forsyth

Tap the keg

Sun King Brewery & Spirits Is Taking Over the Old JDub's Space

The Indianapolis-based brewery will open in April or May.

02/01/2022 By Samantha Lane

Dry Times

Cutting Your Alcohol Use in January? Try Low-Alcohol Or Alcohol-Free Wines.

Many low-alcohol or alcohol-free wines are also lacking in taste, but new brands offer alternatives.

01/19/2022 By Bob McGinn

In hindsight

A Look Back at the Year in Wine

From climate change to the rise of wine influencers, these are the stories that dominated the wine world in 2021.

01/05/2022 By Bob McGinn

Mergers and Acquisitions

Big Changes Are Underway in the Bradenton Craft Beer Scene

The Darwin Brewing Co. brand has been sold to a Clearwater brewery, while its physical location has been acquired by a Tampa brewery.

12/22/2021 By Marc Griffin

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