Casa Noble Reposado Tequila
Casa Noble Crystal Tequila Blanco
Casa Noble Tequila Anejo
The Real Mccoy Rum 3 Year Old
The Real Mccoy Rum 5 Year Old
The Real Mccoy Rum 12 Year Old
High West Campfire 92 Proof
High West Rendezvous Rye 92 Proof
High West American Prairie Bourbon 92 Proof
Jameson Cooper’s Croze
Jameson Caskmates IPA Edition
Jameson Black Barrel Select
Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition
Olmeca Altos Plata
Del Maguey Vida Mezcal
Aberolur A’Bunadh Cask Strength
Aberlour 12
The Glenlivet French Oak 15
Smooth Ambler Contradiction Bourbon
Monkey 47 Gin
Powers Irish Whiskey
Bribon Blanco Tequila
Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin
Los Amantes Joven Mezcal
Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon
Nooku Bourbon Cream
Old Elk Bourbon
Bib & Tucker Bourbon 6 Year 92 Proof
Redemption Rye Whiskey 92 Proof
Masterson’s Straight Rye Whiskey 10 Year Old 90 Proof
Dad’s Hat Rock and Rye 90 Proof
Dad’s Hat Pennsylvania Rye Whiskey Vermouth Finish
Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky
Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt Whisky
Luxardo Bitter Bianco Liqueur
Corby’s Lot No 40 Canadian Rye Whisky
Stateside Urbancraft Vodka
Hussong’s Reposado Tequila
The Pogues Irish Whiskey
Speyburn Highland Single Malt Scotch Whiskey 10 Year
Caorunn Gin Small Batch
Speyburn Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whiskey Companion Cask
Van Gogh Double Espresso Vodka
Koval Single Barrel Bourbon
The Revivalist Botanical Gin Dragondance Expression
The Revivalist Botanical Gin Summertide Expression
The Revivalist Botanical Gin Equinox Expression
Resurgent Bourbon Whiskey
Copper & Kings Floodwall Apple Brandy 4 Year 100 Proof
Copper & Kings American Craft Brandy 5 Year 90 Proof
Copper & Kings Blanche Absinthe 130 Proof
Copper & Kings American Dry Gin 90 Proof
Arran Malt 10 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Robert Burns Single Malt Irish Whiskey
Knappogue Castle Single Malt Irish Whiskey 12 Year Old
Knappogue Castle Single Malt Irish Whiskey 14 Year Old
Jefferson Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Pritchard Hill Cabernet Cask Finish
Jefferson “Very Small Batch” Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Jefferson Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Jefferson Ocean “Aged at Sea” Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Ardbeg Corryvreckan
Ardbeg 10
Glenmorangie LaSanta
Glenmorangie 10yr
Hennessy VSOP
Hennessy Black
Hennessy XO
Volcan Cristalino Tequila 80
Volcan Blanco Tequila 80
Belvedere Laulo
Single Prop
Makers Mark FWGS Barrel Select
Knob Creek Rye Cask Barreled 2009
Effen Vodka
Sauza Hornitos Plata
Knob Creek Rye
Basil Hayden Dark Rye
Knob Creek Single Barrel Straight Rye
Old Overholt Bonded Straight Rye
Auchentoshan Bartendars Malt
Laphroaig Cairdeas Fino Cask 2018
Bowmore 12 yr
Laphroaig 10yr
Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Revival
Russell’s Reserve Rye 6yr
Wild Turkey Longbranch
Wild Turkey Rare Breed
Aperol Apertivo
Averna Amaro
Bushmills Black Bush Irish Whiskey
Pendleton Canadian Whisky 80 Proof
Rebel Yell Small Batch Rye
David Nicholson Reserve Bourbon
Rebel Yell Bourbon
El Mayor Blanco
El Mayor Reposado
Exotico Blanco
Exotico Reposado
Minor Case Rye Whiskey
Yellowstone Select Bourbon
Ketel One Peach & Orange Blossom
Ketel One Grapefruit & Rose
Ketel One Cucumber & Mint
Bulleit Rye
Bulleit 10
Bulleit
Crown Royal Vanilla
Crown Royal apple
Oban DE
Lagavulin DE
Talkisker Storm
Dalwhinnie 15YR
JW Blue
JW 18 YR
JW Green
JW Double Black
Balvenie 14Yr Rum Cask
Glenfiddich 21Yr Old
Glenfiddich 18Yr Old
Glenfiddich 14Yr Old
Lock Lomond
Glen Scotia 15 year
Kentucky Owl Rye
Remy 1738
The Botanist Gin
Bruihcladdich Classic Laddie
Bird Dog Chocolate
Calumet Farm Single Rack 10 year/ Calumet Farm
Writer’s tears
Irishman Founders Reserve
Irishman Single Malt
Irishman Irish cream
Sagamore Spirit Rye Whiskey 83 Proof
Sagamore Spirit Rye Whiskey Cask Strength
Sagamore Reserve Double Oak Rye
Sagamore Reserve Port Finish Rye
Templeton Rye Whiskey 6yr Old
Templeton Rye Whiskey 4yr Old
Crystal Head Vodka
Carpano Antica Formula
Kinsey American Whiskey
Ballyhoo Grain Irish Whiskey
Woodford Reserve Rye
Woodfor Reserve Double Oaked
Wooford Reserve Malt (VIP)
Woodford Reserve Masters Collection (TBD)
Old Forester Statesman (VIP)
Old Forester 1897
Old Forester 1920
Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Rye
Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Barrel Proof (VIP)
Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Rye
Hudson Manhattan Rye
Tullamore Dew XO Rum Cask
Ole Smoky Apple Pie Moonshine
Ole Smoky Moonshine Cherries
Ole Smoky Moonshine Peaches
Ole Smoky Salty Caramel Whiskey
Ole Smoky Shine Nog
Ole Smoky White Lightnin’ Moonshine
Ole Smoky Butterscotch Moonshine
Ole Smoky Mountain Java
Ole Smoky Hunch Punch Moonshine
Ole Smoky Blackberry Moonshine
Ole Smoky Blue Flame Moonshine
Ole Smoky Mango Habanero Whiskey
Roca Patron Anejo
Patron Extra Anejo
Patron Anejo
Patron Reposado
E H Taylor Single Barrel
E H Taylor Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Stagg Jr.
Wheatley Vodka
1792 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 94 Proof
THE DALMORE SCOTCH WHISKY 15 YEAR OLD
Shakleton Blended Malt Scotch
Dalmore Cigar Malt Scotch Reserve Highlands 88 Proof
Stranahan’s Single Malt Whiskey
Proper No. 12
TINCUP Whiskey
The Sexton Irish Whiskey
BACARDI GRAN RESERVA DIEZ 10 YEAR RUM
BACARDI ANEJO CUATRO 4 YEAR RUM
HAVANA CLUB ANEJO CLASICO RUM
BACARDI RESERVA OCHO 8 YEAR RUM
“Roundstone Rye 80 Proof”. Description: Single Barrel 100% Rye Whisky from organic grain.
HP Valkyrie
HP Valknut
HP Magnus
Macallan Double Cask
Macallan 12 Year
Naked Grouse
Breckenridge Colorado Vodka 80 Proof
Breckenridge Spiced Whiskey
Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey 86 Proof
Peerless Sraight Rye Whiskey
Peerless Sraight Rye Whiskey 200ml
Four Roses Single Barrel Bourbon
Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon
Four Roses Yellow Label Bourbon
Amador Double Barrel Bourbon
Buffalo Trace
Eagle Rare
Blanton’s Single Barrel
Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream Liqueur
Maggie’s Farm Rum: TBA
Liberty Pole Spirits: TBA
Boyd & Blair: TBA

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Whiskey Chai

Described as a warm and boozy nightcap, this drink is a spicy, flavorful and perfect for late fall nights. This recipe calls for an complex spice blend, but you can use many different types of tea and spices to make this!

Kimchi Bloody Mary

Are you into savory drinks? This Kimchi Bloody Mary is a new spin on an old classic; featuring ingredients to give it a unique kick that is perfect for chilly Sunday Brunch.

Pumpkin Spice White Russians

It’s ok to be a diehard pumpkin spice fan – there IS a reason it is so popular. Check out this festive, delicious spin on a white russian from Delish.

Bourbon and Spiced Pear Cocktail

Bourbon and fall go together so well. Here is a drink that is refreshing AND autumnal – a great balance.

Plum and Thyme Prosecco Smash

Want a break from the hard stuff? Plum and Thyme Prosecco Smash offers a balance of sweet and savory that would be a unique and light addition to your next get-together.

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One of the reasons? Wigle Whiskey in the Strip District, of course. Also making the list to check out in Pittsburgh – Randyland, The Andy Warhol Museum, and the Cathedral of Learning. Even if you’ve been a Yinzer your whole life, it might not be a bad idea to check out these destinations this month!

We think this is a great destination year round – and especially in October, for the Pittsburgh Whiskey Festival, where you can try spirits from a number of local distilleries. Get tickets today!

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WildCard

For your basic Pittsburgh gift shop needs, WildCard is hands down your best source. You know the section of your favorite book store full of cards, adult coloring books, fun magnets, and other cute giftables? WildCard took that section and made it their entire store. This spot delivers on Pittsburgh-specific merchandise without falling into the gift shop trap of being basic or kitschy. WildCard achieves this by pulling designs from local artists and having a killer sense of curation. For a store that’s filled with every gift you can think of, the selection is uncluttered and tastefully organized – a rare gift in the world of small independent retail spots.

WildCard|Lawrenceville

Journeys of Life

New Age stores are all the rage recently, in part because they run the gamut from incense to Tarot. Whether you’re gemstone enthusiast or consider yourself a straight-up witch, each store has something different to offer. Journeys of Life is on this list because with two floors and a great selection, it easily hits all of the aforementioned and more. Upon entering you’ll find your standard fare of candles and jewelry, but the store also has a second floor that is almost fully just books. Books about the moon, books about vampires, books about Wicca – any odd niche that piques your interest is represented here. This is not stuff you can find at regular bookshop.

Just a heads up – Journeys hits heavy on the metaphysical, so if that makes you uneasy, you may want to browse elsewhere. Along with related merchandise they have a calendar full of readers and workshops for people looking for that particular brand of guidance.

Journeys of Life|Shadyside

Games Unlimited

Board games have had a renaissance in recent years among young people. If you’re having the board game itch, Games Unlimited is the Pittsburgh spot that will scratch it. The staff here is friendly and knowledgeable about every game from RPGs and Euro-games to family games and the latest in kids board games. The store has sales of pre-owned games and a great demo library – for $5 you can rent a game, and if you return it on time that $5 will go toward store credit for your future purchases. Games Unlimited is Pittsburgh’s #1 source if you’re a hardcore gamer or just looking for something for family game night (remember- games are a great way to spend time with your family without needing to actually talk with them).

Games Unlimited|Squirrel Hill

The Copacetic Comics Company

Located up the stairs, perched above a record store and a coffee shop is the Copacetic Comics Company. Seemingly smaller than other comic spots in Pittsburgh, Copacetic is deeply entrenched in the world of comics and the world of Pittsburgh. Their knowledge and passion for comic books is thorough, from rare and traditional cartoons to modern and cutting edge graphic novels. Copacetic also houses other books, music, and films (which you can see in their online store), but digging a little further into their website unearths their genuine love and deep knowledge of the publishing industry. Their gallery displays old and rare comics finds, and they offer exhaustive resources of publishing houses and Pittsburgh authors. From small presses and zines to local and regional events, Copacetic is an essential find for Pittsburgh’s writers, readers, and comics aficionados. 

The Copacetic Comics Company|Polish Hill

Kards Unlimited

Kards Unlimited is one of the best novelty stores you will ever visit. If Lawrenceville’s WildCard is minimalist and well-curated, Shadyside’s Kards Unlimited is the opposite: it is jam packed with more gifts and gags than you could fathom. Sure, you have cards and coloring books. But you also have regular books. And t-shirts. And weird themed soaps. And socks. And a book on queer theory. And candles. And pins. The stimuli can be overwhelming at times, and once you are well into the store you’re not sure you’ll be able to leave – surely the best years of your life will be spent trying to lay eyes on everything in this store. From the high concept to the irreverent, you will find the gift you are looking for in here.

Paititi

I am 100% the last person you want to ask about fashion, so I hesitated to put a clothing boutique on here. However, even within a very small space, Paititi delivers something far more eclectic than apparel. Owner Cessy Portuguez uses her retail space on Murray Ave. to showcase fair trade Peruvian wares and hand-crafted artisan products. Like many shops boasting Peruvian goods, Paititi’s inventory boasts colorful scarves and an array of alpaca items. Racks of vibrant clothing offer skirts, pants, and shirts and the surrounding shelves contain unique crafts, jewelry and gifts. The store is easy to miss but well worth a visit.

Paititi|Squirrel Hill

Attic Records

Attic Records is less of a hidden gem than it is an institution. They’ve been in Millvale for forty years (meaning they’ve withstood more floods than you can imagine) across the street from Yetter’s and a block away from P&G diner. With a giant selection of vinyls and CDs, they specialize in evaluating, buying, and trading collections. Because of their experience in trade, their store boasts one of the most expansive and eclectic selections you can find in the city.

Attic Records|Millvale

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You can make ice twice as nice by making it out of something else. We’ve put together a few ideas to spice up your ice (and liquor) with fruit, wine, coffee, and more. Check out this article featuring all sorts of ideas for your next party.

Some notable and nice ice ideas:
-freeze leftover coffee to mix into sweet coffee cocktails; with liqueur or whiskey
-freeze orange juice for a refreshing mimosa on a hot summer morning
-freeze lemons, oranges and grapefruits to add fresh citrus to your drinks

Check out some more fancy ice cube concepts here.

Other ways to enjoy your booze frozen this summer? Check out these awesome whiskey pops to try out at your next get-together.

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early bird special tickets end 07/15/2018

It’s now mid-summer, though it’s really hard to say this… October is only 3 months away.

And like all good things, early-bird Pittsburgh Whiskey and Fine Spirits Festival ticket special must also come to an end.   Offer is valid through Sunday July 15th only. Order your tickets today for early-bird discount tickets – the 13th annual Pittsburgh Whiskey Festival is FRI. October 26th at Rivers Casino from 6-9pm.

Stay informed about special offers, specific event details, and keep-up on what’s happening with whiskey, spirits, and the Pittsburgh region by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and subscribing to our newsletter/website blog!   

(PS- if you missed catching the early-bird ‘worm’, it’s ok – remember all the whiskey, fine spirits, and food you could want is included with your ticket purchase.  This is one event you definitely don’t want to miss!)

Stay cool Pittsburgh.

Cheers!

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PITTSBURGH WHISKEY & FINE SPIRITS FESTIVAL·MONDAY, JUNE 4, 2018

Pittsburgh’s best annual Whiskey & Fine Spirits tasting!  

The 2018 Pittsburgh Whiskey and Fine Spirits Festival is Friday, October 26th,  6-9pm at Rivers Casino.   Full Dinner Buffet & Tasting included with your ticket purchase!

It’s going to be a Monster Bash!  (theme for the 2018 event) Last year, our 1920’s Boardwalk theme was a TON of FUN; guests and liquor representatives dressed for the occasion and had a blast!  We want folks to have fun again this year with our Halloween-Week-Appropriate theme Monster Bash, vendors & tasters alike are encouraged to come in the spookiest, silliest, or coolest monster / halloween costume ideas you have!*

*remember, for those of you planning what costume to wear: this is a popular event with MANY fine spirits to taste…  agility is crucial when deciding your costume, we want you to be able to navigate the crowds and visit tasting booths with ease!

New this year! For those of you who dabble in the world of finer spirits, to the connoisseurs among you, we are thrilled to offer Premium Tasting Tickets.

The Premium Tasting is a unique opportunity to taste rare, premium spirits not offered with the general tasting. Premium Tickets do cost a bit extra, to purchase please select “premium tasting” on our ticketing website when purchasing your tickets – limited supply!

$5 of each ticket sold benefits our 2018 Charity Partner – The First Tee of Pittsburgh  |   as well as all proceeds of the Silent Auction at the event.

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter (@pghwhiskeyfestival) for cool stories & photos as well as specials & updates (such as product listings) – visit us on the web for tickets and more information. |  www.PittsburghWhiskeyFestival.com

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