Most people assume that Tiki originated somewhere in the South Pacific, but you might be surprised to learn that the iconic Tiki culture was actually born right here in the United States. In the 1920’s this guy, Ernest Raymond Beaumont Gantt, traveled from his home in New Orleans to the Caribbean with his grandfather’s “import-export” …
Black Irish Coffee
Happy Irish Coffee Day everyone! If you love a nice hot cup of joe mixed with your favorite Irish whiskey and some Irish cream liqueur, you’re doing it wrong! We’re not saying that combination isn’t delicious, but we’re here to teach you how to make a proper Irish coffee (with a SweetShine twist, of course!). …
Peach Toddy
Happy National Hot Toddy Day, everyone! Ever wonder where the name “Toddy” came from, or the drink itself for that matter? We’ve done a bit of research (and drinking!) and discovered a few possible origins of this godfather of all hot drinks. Who or what is Toddy? We found three popular theories, each very convincing. Let’s start …
Walnut Flip
It’s Leap Day! What will you do with your extra day this year? We recommend taking a stand against boring, unadventurous drinking with this unusual tipple. Go ahead, take that leap! You’ll need: 1 oz Black Walnut SweetShine 2 oz whiskey 1 egg (If you like your flip a little sweeter, add 1 tsp brown …
Mountain Mocha
We’re finishing off Irish Coffee Week with a fun little variation featuring our Chocolate Raspberry SweetShine with Black Dog Coffee’s Organic Java Taman roasted right here in Jefferson County, WV! You’ll need: 1 oz Chocolate Raspberry SweetShine 1 oz Irish whiskey 3-4 oz hot coffee 2 oz heavy cream, lightly whipped chocolate covered espresso beans (optional …