UNFILTERED Archives: Spirits

Don’t Call It a Cognac: Brandy’s Been Here for Years

Don’t Call It a Cognac: Brandy’s Been Here for Years
In May of 2016, Punch magazine published an article by Robert Simonson in which he documented his search for the ultimate sleeper of classic cocktails, the Sidecar—a deceivingly simple brandy daisy from the early 1900’s. He posited a number of...

Nog, Punch & Glögg: Helpful Holiday Tipples

Nog, Punch & Glögg: Helpful Holiday Tipples
‘Tis the season for entertaining! Holiday parties, soirees with friends, family traditions; essentially any excuse to get together out of the cold and warm up with drinks and celebration. All these parties and events — while fun – do have...

Boilermakers: Part II

Boilermakers: Part II
Fall is officially almost over; we’re heading into winter. Hopefully you found time to drive north and peep the foliage, but as the leaves begin to drop and cold rolls in, the chill seems to demand a stiff drink. While...

The Art of Independent Bottling: Single Cask Nation

The Art of Independent Bottling: Single Cask Nation
As the craft cocktail renaissance marches forward, educated drinkers and bartenders continue their intrepid pursuit of new and interesting products. Categories of spirits never before taken advantage of continue to make their debuts in the United States, and here at...

Low ABV Libations: Proof is in the Cocktail

Low ABV Libations: Proof is in the Cocktail
Have you ever found yourself at a hip new restaurant, perusing the cocktail menu, but confounded by a list that doesn’t seem to include any spirits? What’s a drink made with Americano, vermouth, lime and sour beer? Only the lime...

Skurnik in the Well: Solid to the Core

Skurnik in the Well: Solid to the Core
Over the past four years, your friends at Skurnik Wines & Spirits have specifically curated a portfolio able to meet the needs of every quality bar, restaurant or retailer and their programs. The perception that “Skurnik’s spirits portfolio is too...

Brain Freeze: Boozy Popsicles And Blended Drinks

Brain Freeze: Boozy Popsicles And Blended Drinks
It’s officially summer! Summer is hanging out on front stoops, backyard BBQ’s, trips to the beach, picnics in the park, and floating down rivers. Summer provides the perfect excuse to lounge outside… preferably with a drink in hand. With temperatures climbing,...

Summertime Cocktails: A Boozy Beach Day Guide

Summertime Cocktails: A Boozy Beach Day Guide
Barefoot walks on the beach, bicycle rides to the ice cream shop, and late nights on seaside porches are nearly upon us. After a Spring filled with unpredictable temperature swings and consistently heavy rains, we at Skurnik Wines and Spirits are...

Boilermakers: Part I

Boilermakers: Part I
Time to get real. Here at Skurnik Wines & Spirits, we may well be among the geekiest booze nerds around, sure – but sometimes, let’s face it, all we really want is a shot and a beer. Admitting that, however,...