Category Archives: Cheers
The Pick of the Whiskey
It’s never been a better time to be a whiskey fan in Southport, especially if you’re open to exploring new and unique versions of whiskey, rye and bourbon. Thanks to the Southport ABC Store and some of Southport’s favorite bars
Whiskey In A Week?
“Hey, come over here. You’ve got to see this guy. He’s in his booth wearing his kilt.” Ok, well, that’ll get my attention. The lovely and talented Lisa and I were enjoying the 4th of July Festival in Oak Island’s
The Old Fashioned
I always get nostalgic around New Year’s time, so I thought I’d profile a classic cocktail that has made a bit of a resurgence of late: the Old Fashioned. The Old Fashioned is at its most basic simply sugar, bitters
Southport Craft Brew
Local brewery opens with a slam dunk Story and Photos By Jeffrey Stites Southport’s newest beer and wine destination is founded on a heartfelt belief in the excellence of North Carolina’s craft brewing industry. “I have a passion for beer.
Here We Go A Wassailing
The perfect warm drink for the holiday season Story by Jeffrey Stites Aside from the Nativity, my favorite Christmas story is Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” The characters in that short story just really speak to me. Bob Cratchit
Simply Cider!
Simply Cider Hard ciders, the perfect Fall choice STORY and photo by Jeff Stites Hard cider is probably as old as beer and wine. It’s simply fermented apples, which isn’t hard to achieve even by accident. Apples are much less
Sangria Adventures
The light fruity drink, perfect for Summer STORY and photo by Jeff Stites With summer in full swing, I thought we’d take a look at sangria this month. It’s cold and fruity and refreshing, and perfect for entertaining because it’s
Comparing Coolers
Wine Coolers are the perfect Summer Thirst Quenchers STORY by Jeff Stites I was not quite old enough to drink when the first wine coolers hit the market, but I can remember the commercials clearly. The two old dudes, supposed
Off-The-Wall Beers
Now for something completely different, Beer – like it or not? STORY by Jeff Stites For April we’re going a little off-the- wall. I was inspired by April Fool’s Day to find some brews that might make one wonder what
Guinness Review
Favorite Irish beer recommended any time of the year STORY by Jeff Stites It’s St. Patrick’s Day Month and I’m writing about Guinness. Sorry, but if you don’t understand why and completely agree, you might as well stop reading now.
