Everyone knows that Michigan is a leader in the craft beer industry, but did you know Michigan is in the perfect position to be a leader in the artisan spirit industry, too? “Boutique booze” is a trend in states like Oregon, California and Colorado. While the craft beer business is booming, the spirits’ business is…
Prohibition in Michigan
On this day in 1933, the 21st Amendment to United States Constitution was passed, and 13 years of national Prohibition came to an end. Prohibition was a dark time in our nation’s history. Not just because of the lack of legal booze, but because of the rise of violence and crime that it gave birth…
A New (Old) Twist on Sip of Michigan
We’ve had a lot of questions over the last couple of months about our annual summer bash, Sip of Michigan. Unfortunately, real life and day jobs got in the way this year, so we weren’t able to put it together. The event is a ton of work, and we wanted to be sure we had…
Michigan Wine Country
I have lived in Michigan for most of my life, but it was only as an adult that I truly fell in love with all it has to offer. When I was young, this was just home – I didn’t know how to appreciate all that our state had to offer. I didn’t appreciate…
TC Pub Pedaler Providing a New Way to Pub Crawl in Traverse City
Starting May 1st, visitors and locals will have a new way to travel between Traverse City breweries, bars, shops, and restaurants.
Drink Michigan’s Best of 2012
Here’s a look back at the very best of what we got to experience in 2012
Fall Wine Weekend
This weekend, I had the opportunity to take my stepmom and soon-to-be sister-in-law up to Michigan wine country to celebrate my stepmom’s birthday, and share a little bit of what I love so much with them. Neither had ever been to northern Michigan before, nor had they ever been wine tasting, so I got to…
Drink Michigan Photo Caption Contest
We’re very excited to announce our first photo caption contest!
Win Tickets to The Garden Party!
Fantastic food, fabulous cars and fine wine will be served up at the fourth annual The Garden Party – and you can win free tickets!
Think Mitten-made this Valentine’s Day
Brent Stevens, the assistant wine director at Vinotecca Wine Bar and Restaurant in Royal Oak, shares his recommendations on drinking Michigan wines for Valentine’s Day.
10 Holiday Gift Ideas (Featuring Michigan Booze)
Stumped with the thought of gift giving this holiday season? We’ve got you covered! These great holiday gift ideas are great for everyone (as long as they’re over 21).
Bastone Giving Away Beer … with Pizza
Starting now through the rest of November, Bastone Brewery and Restaurant in Royal Oak, Michigan will be giving away a pint of their award winning craft beer with the purchase of an artisan pizza!