Fine Wine, Spirits, and Craft Brews

Around the corner just from downtown Charleston is a hidden treasure. The Liquor Company is a locally owned liquor store that provides great service and quality products. This upscale liquor store features many new wine, spirits, and craft brews.

WINE

The wine section is carefully categorize so that it is customer friendly. Signs hang sown from the ceiling, labeling each type of wine, i.e: Shiraz, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, etc. Located in the back of the store is wine tasting bar. This section features an electronic wine pouring system from Napa Technology. A guest can buy a smart card and use to taste several wines. Every other weekend a professional wine consultant comes to give wine tasting. He goes over some basic facts about each wine and also explains what they are tasting. This will help the guest be more comfortable e buying wine because they will understand the differences between wines. The wine tasting also give wine lovers a chance to discus what they like and have some responsible fun.

2006 Right Red Hand

One of the newest wines that is showcased is the 2006 Right Red Hand from Australia. This complex wine is a blend of Grenache, Shiraz, and Tempernillo. The youthful hues of purple and savoury flavors of dark fruit and spicy aromas, makes it a great wine. This wine will only cost the guest about $17.00. I really like the fact that this wine is very easy to drink. After a long day, its very relaxing and soothing to the palate. It's also goes very well with steak and sauteed mushrooms.

Sebastiani Merlot

I have never been much of a Merlot person. partially because it is a difficult wine to enjoy. There are many different flavors, and carries strong tannins. But, the Sebastiani Merlot is one varietal that I really enjoy. This Merlot is quite drinkable due to its abundance of mixed dark berries from the Alexander area. There are soft notes of cinnamon and espresso, with a nose of dark chocolate. This bottle will run about $24.00 a bottle.



Spirits

The Liquor company prides itself on carrying the best selection of spirits. If you find it difficult to choose the drink of your choice, there is on hand bartender to help make that decision. There are a wide varieties of vodka, whiskey, bourbon, scotch, tequila, and rum. If you can't handle the sting, then there are plenty of mixers to make the drink go down smooth.

Hennessy Black

The Liquor Company has finally welcomed Hennessy Black. This Cognac has very distinct tasting notes that contrast the original Hennessy. This fine Cognac if made a lot like a wine. The best grapes of the Cognac region are selected. The grapes are then made into wine and distilled twice. This method helps preserve the complex flavor of the grape. The "eaux-de-vie" is then aged in black oak barrels. Finally the master blender choose the best of the best for bottling. This Cognac presents a very smooth flavor with notes of jasmine, daffodil, citrus, and fresh grapes. You can enjoy this drink, responsibly, by mixing:

-2 parts Hennessy Black
-1/4 simple syrup
-dash of bitter
-shake into a high ball glass over ice

Craft Brews

There are many new and exciting craft brews that are located in the store. Craft beer is term that is used to described brews made the traditional way. They are made by just using barley malt, hops, and water. It can be argues that a craft beer can be made from other traditional ingredients. Craft brews are also not just limited to "micro-breweries", they can also be produced on a larger scale. For example, Rogue Ales, is large brewery out in Oregon. It features many great beers. This company pried itself on delivering beer that has no preservatives, additives, and no chemicals.

John John Dead Guy

This beer is one of the newest brews of the Rogue family. The beer was made in collaboration with Rogue Spirits. The master brewer and master distiller took the popular Dead Guy Ale, and aged it inside whiskey oak barrels for one month. This creates a deep caramel color with hints of vanilla and oak finish. This beer can be enjoyed with a mouth watering spicy pull-porked sandwich.

XS Imperial IPA

This brew is not for the faint at heart. This beer comes from the XS series of brews that carry a higher alcohol content. Hearty cascade and Northwest golden hops, along with barley, are used to make this big brew. It is intensely hopped and should be consumed responsibly.

The Liquor Company is your one- stop shop for a good time and great drinks. They are located in the Patrick Street Plaza, in Charleston. If you have any question on the products, don't be afraid to call 304-346-6000. They are also on Facebook.

Remember... Drink Responsibly.