I’m sure you know that February is Black History Month, so why don’t you support these 7 black-owned alcohol companies for Black History Month. Find out more after the break…
1. Guidance Whiskey
Guidance is an American whiskey distilled in Iowa and aged two years. Founded by Jason Ridgel, it is also “captained” by R&B singer Larry Dodson. Guidance is a young whiskey that is rare and perfect for the novice & the aficionados. You can’t miss the hint of burnt caramel from smoked barrels that lead to the Maraschino cherry and vanilla essence base on your palette.
2. Maison Noir Wines
This Oregon wine company was started in 2007 by André Hueston Mack. The wines are unique and distinctive garage wines, initially created for some of the New York’s best restaurants for whom Mack was a sommelier and now available nationwide. I ordered some so I will do a review when they come in.
3. McBride Sisters Wine Collection
McBride Sisters is the largest black-owned wine company in America, founded by two sisters who were raised apart in the wine countries of California and New Zealand. Now, together, they make wines from both regions.
4. Ten to One Rum
Marc Farrell, born in Trinidad and Tobago and a former VP at Starbucks, created this Caribbean rum to elevate and progress the conversation surrounding the spirit in the States. Ten to One currently makes a white and a dark rum.
5. Theopolis Vineyards
Theopolis is a small lot winery in California’s Anderson Valley that produces 15 varietals, plus runs a wine club. It was founded by San Francisco trial lawyer Theodora R. Lee, a.k.a. Theo-patra, Queen of the Vineyards.
6. Uncle Nearest Tennessee Whiskey
Uncle Nearest was created in the name of Nathan “Nearest” Green, a slave who first distilled Tennessee whiskey. He was all but erased from the history books, but Uncle Nearest is making his name known again with award-winning small-batch whiskey.
7. Warcloud Brewing
Warcloud Brewing’s craft beer isn’t easy to find unless you live in LA and can track it down. Its brand imagery is intense, as is its mission to “treat beer brewing like war.”
Enjoy these 7 black-owned alcohol companies for Black History Month responsibly, and if you try any of them make sure to let me know… CHEERS!!!
