The holidays are made for wine — group dinners and gift exchanges, staff parties and secret Santas, and of course that well-earned glass once things finally slow down. 'Tis the season of full tables and shared bottles, and December Wine Club is built exactly for that. This month, we’re spotlighting Piedmont , alongside a few global favorites, with wines chosen for how we actually drink in December: versatile, food-friendly, and full of personality . Even better? Our Piedmont selections come...

When it comes to holiday hosting, there’s one trick we swear by every single season: batching cocktails . Whether you’re hosting a full house for Christmas, a casual holiday happy hour, or a cozy night in with friends, batching makes entertaining easier, smoother, and way more enjoyable. We recently explored this during our Holiday Cocktail Lab with McClintock Distilling , and the takeaway was clear — great cocktails don’t have to mean playing bartender all night. Why Batch Cocktails?...

Below are three fully batched, party‑ready cocktails  designed for easy holiday entertaining. Each recipe makes approximately 16 cocktails  and can be prepared ahead of time, chilled, and poured as guests arrive. X‑Mas All Nighter A creamy, coffee‑forward cocktail perfect for late‑night holiday gatherings. Batch Ingredients (Serves 16): 1 (25 oz) bottle Epiphany Vodka 8 oz McClintock Coffee Liqueur 17 oz cold brew coffee 17 oz cream 17 oz simple syrup 15 oz water (for dilution) Batch...