Writer: Monique Iuster
Spice up your holiday eggnog with brandy, whiskey or rum
Eggnog is the drink of the season, and you've got options when it comes to what type of alcohol you can use to make the holiday drink. Read More »
Keoke Coffee drink has strong flavor, making it the perfect beverage for winter
This popular coffee cocktail is made with with Kahlua, brandy, crème de cacao, and of course, coffee. Read More »
Thanksgiving Cosmo is sweet and refreshing with a ginger twist
As a great pair to heavy, hearty Thanksgiving Dinner food, Thirsty Thursday writer Monique Iuster prepared a ginger cosmo, perfectly fruity and refreshing. Read More »
Dry white wine comes in fishy bottle
This dry white wine has a fruity flavor and strong aftertaste—your basic white wine. The caveat? It comes in a fish-shaped bottle. Read More »
Festive fall cocktail tastes like pumpkin pie in a glass
This week, our Thirsty Thursday writer, Monique Iuster got into the Fall spirit and whipped up a pumpkin spice cocktail based off a classic White Russian. Read More »
Grape juice-like BOOberry Breeze wine puts emphasis on festive scare
This week the Thirsty Thursday writer, Monique Iuster explored something scary: BOOberry Breeze wine. Read More »
Sake has sweet, fruity taste with hints of apricot
Looking for a new drink to try out this weekend? Check out Zipang Sparkling Sake, a light carbonated sake with fruity undertones. Read More »
Cupcake Vineyards Red Velvet Wine tastes rich and velvety, with blackberry hints
Cupcake Vineyards Red Velvet Wine pours thick, and leaves fruity, sweet aftertaste, though it may not be in the dessert wine category. Read More »
1911 Original Hard Cider is light and clear with a tart apple taste
Local apple orchard Beak and Skiff sells their own Original Hard Cider, which has a light, fruity, tart flavor, perfect for the crisp fall weather. Read More »
Watermelon-lime ale smells of melon but lacks original taste
Not sure how to mix together the fall season with the summer weather? This Watermelon Lime Ale could be your answer. Read More »
Here are the best pre-Juice Jam drinks
If you don't like cheap beer leaking down the side of your solo cup, try one of these alternate drink picks which are perfect for a Juice Jam pre-game. Read More »
Fruity Sangria great way to spruce up regular red wine
Not sure if you want wine or juice? For the perfect in-between, add some fresh fruit to this bottled drink with pomegranate, citrus and cinnamon twist. Read More »
Trader José Dark Beer has strong sweet smell with chocolate, nutty flavor
This week, Thirsty Thursday writer Monique Iuster tried out Trader José Dark Premium Beer, a sweet and chocolaty pilsner imported from Mexico. Read More »
Rose wine delights tastebuds with fruity, sweet notes
The Sutter Home Pink Moscato wine, typically a white wine, has layers of flavors, including: tropical fruit, caramel and sweet vanilla. Read More »
A light, sweet mixed drink to enjoy in the last few weeks of summer
Tired of Natty Lite? Try this cool, classy drink, perfect for the last few weeks of summer heat in Syracuse. Read More »