Like a good wine or bourbon, tequila is better when aged. Mex 1 Coastal Cantina serves up some of the best – and most sustainable – tequila in the Lowcountry, and Morgan Hurley, marketing and beverage director, has won several awards for his restaurant’s fresh, creative margaritas. “A perfect margarita should be simple, and it…
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Bottles in Mount Pleasant: Supplying the Lowcountry with Local Tastes
Liquid refreshment features prominently in some of Charleston’s most iconic scenes: backyard oyster roasts serving cooler-cold beer; King Street restaurants mixing craft cocktails; friends sipping Wadmalaw wine on a dock. For eight years, Bottles Beverage Superstore in Mount Pleasant has been part of those scenes, keeping locals, restaurants and bars stocked with exceptional drinks. A…
Winter Whites
While conventional thinking associates white wine with summer temperatures and lighter fare, there are many white grape varieties that can stand up to a fall or winter menu selection, and plenty of dishes can benefit from their crisp, creamy or spicy characteristics. Here, some of our favorite local wine shop owners and staff give their…
Old-Fashioned Three Ways
It was another great summer for the books, but as we head into the fall and winter seasons, there is nothing but excitement, entertainment and plenty of enjoyment ahead. Charleston is known for its decadent dishes, but while you’re dining at the most fabulous establishments the South has to offer, don’t forget to pair your…
Axe-Throwing Venture Finding Early Success
Lambert and Ranson began gauging public interest, holding pop-up axe-throwing events at Charleston breweries that were free at first. Urban axe throwing has grown from a curious novelty to a competitive sport with leagues and players buying custom-made axes, and Charleston has taken notice. When friends Dustin Lambert and Ben Ranson saw that urban axe…
Charleston Area Self-Serve Wine Bars
Charleston has a plethora of ways to enjoy great wine, from fine dining to wine-and-cheese bars all the way to self-serve wine bars. Most people assume they need to travel to France or Napa Valley to get a good wine education, but the reality is all they need to do is travel to the closest…
‘Partners in Lime’ Locals Find Mixing Magic
If you’re searching for the perfect cocktail concoction for your next party, and you prefer supporting a local product, look no further than O&O Hooch, made by the Sullivan’s Island-based Holland Beverage Company. Owners Jennifer and Shawn Holland, who like to refer to themselves by their citrusy moniker “partners in lime,” are the creative minds…
Toast of the Town: Bottoms Up for Local Distilleries
Cheers, Lowcountry! Though the Holy City and its surrounding areas are dotted with steeples, if the spirit moves you and you’re in the mood for, well, spirits, there are a handful of reputable distilleries to help your cup runneth over! Stop by one for a tasting, or spend an afternoon hitting them all. However you…
Wine Down Already! Tasty Selections for Spring
It’s springtime, the weather is nice and oenophiles across the Lowcountry are ready to enjoy a perfect bottle alongside an equally perfect meal to celebrate the change in seasons. Whether you prefer to dine at home or leave the cooking to the professionals, these favorite local establishments have shared pairing suggestions and recipes with us…
What Rhymes with Holiday Cheer? Cheap Liquor and Beer!
VISIT A LOWCOUNTRY DIVE BAR THIS SEASON While a $12 craft cocktail has long been the trend in Charleston, we still love the idea of a no fuss drink or $3 beer (did someone say Pabst Blue Ribbon?) in a dimly lit, low-key joint. Sure, there’s nothing swanky about the well-worn bar stools or subtle…
