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Maple Syrup Cocktails and Other Minnesota Mix-ins? Um... Yes, please!

Classic Winter Cocktails for Snow Days

What is Beaujolais Nouveau Day All About?

Our #1 Wine and the Story Behind It

Make a Day of It: Best Wineries to Visit This Winter

Veterans Day Salute: Haskell's, Soldiers, and Missing Whiskey from WWII

Does Alcohol Mix with Your Keto, Whole30, Paleo or Vegan Diet? {Yes, Yes, Yes* and Yes*}

Louisa's Liqueur: A Popular Coffee Caramel Pecan Liqueur for Winter

Farrell Family Favorites: Our Favorite Wines Right Now

Haskell's Happenings: Make Your Plans for Now Through the End of the Year

Thanks to you — Haskell’s named 2019 Retailer of the Year.

The Best Scotch for Every Budget

We're Playoff Bound! Raise a Glass for Twins Bomba Squad & MNUFC Loons

What is Caballero Liqueur? The Spirit of Spain

Best Rosé Wines That Are Sweet, Dry, and Everything in Between

The Classic Margarita Recipe and More: Your Official Guide to Margaritas

Ope That's Good: 5 Quintessential MN State Fair Food and Wine Pairings

Party Planning: A Drink Calculator for Weddings, Graduations and More

Day Trip Itineraries for Minnesota Wineries

The Hot List of Minnesota Craft Beer and Where to Go to Enjoy Them

The Best Mojito Recipes: The Classic Mojito, Strawberry Mojito, Virgin Mojito and More!

4th of July Drinks That Are More Exciting Than Fireworks

Syrah vs. Shiraz: What's the Difference?

Best Minnesota Beers According to Our Customers

6 Refreshing Wine Recipes with Fruit

Pinot Grigio vs Pinot Gris: What's The Difference?

Your Guide to the Best Cabin Happy Hour

Beer Dabbler and More: The Minnesotan’s 2019 Guide to Wine and Craft Beer Events

Bouquet of Rosé and Other Mother's Day Gift Baskets

Cinco de Mayo Margaritas and Everything You Need for a Fiesta

Off to the Races! The Perfect Mint Julep Recipe and Food Pairings

Burgundy Wine 101: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

Eggcellent Easter Family Traditions to Start This Year

Wine for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started

Hangover Helper: 4 Doctor-Approved Remedies for The Morning After

Slam Dunk Drinks for the NCAA Basketball Tournament Here in Minnesota

Cheers, Lad: 6 Ways to Enjoy Irish Whiskey This St. Patrick’s Day

Cabin Fever Cures: Best Beach Drinks for Your Spring Break Staycation

An Intro to Muscat Wine: Characteristics, Pairings and Recommendations

Rice, Rice, Baby: How to Drink Sake

Gewürztraminer and Other White Wines to Try This Winter

You Betcha! The Best Drinks to Pair with Your Favorite Hotdish Recipes

Mix Things Up: 3 Valentine's Day Drinks to Try for Date Night

Rams vs. Patriots: Tailgate Drinks for The Big Game

Wine Shopping Tips: Top Questions to Ask the Experts

Barolo vs. Brunello: The Difference Between Italy's Popular Red Wines

Hostess With the Mostest: How to Plan an At-Home Wine Tasting Party

Pop Some Bubbly: Why Do We Celebrate Special Occasions with Champagne?

Wine Basics: Everything You Need to Know About Cabernet Sauvignon

Santa-Approved Cocktails: 5 Christmas Drinks for the Holidays

Obscure Spirits: 4 Cocktails with Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur

Sommelier Secrets: Rare Varietals You Really Ought to Try

Wine for Beginners: What to Expect From My Glass of Malbec

Tis the Season for Giving: Best Wine for a Host/Hostess Gift

Boston vs. LA: Team-Themed Drinks for Your World Series Watch Party

Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: 5 Cocktails to Celebrate Autumn

Trick or Treat: Hauntingly Delicious Liquor-Infused Candy Recipes

5 Applesolutely Tasty Ciders to Try This Fall

Healing Powers: 4 Alcohol Remedies for Colds

Wine Packaging Gets Eco-Friendly and Innovative

Made in MN: Local Breweries to Visit This Fall

Champagne, Sherry, Port: Types of Wine Glasses and Why They Matter

8 Sweet Wines Not Just for Dessert

Liquor vs. Liqueur, What's the Difference?

How to Read Wine Labels [VIDEO]

Global Taste: 4 Interesting International Beers to Try

Crazy about Kombucha? Try These Kombucha Cocktails This Summer

Clearing the Confusion of Bordeaux Wines: Right Bank vs. Left Bank [VIDEO]

Pucker Up: 7 Tasty Sour Beers to Quench Your Thirst

Cozy Up with These 3 Campfire Cocktails This Summer

Backyard Bartender: Best Patriotic Beer for a 4th of July Celebration

Wine Drinking 101: Types of Wine Glasses [VIDEO]

Scotch Gifts for Dad this Father's Day

Minnesota Original: The Real Story Behind the Bootlegger Drink

Magnificent Margaritas [VIDEO]

Decanting Wine: Why, When, and How

Take a Crack at Raw Egg Cocktails

4 Refreshing Cocktails with Elderflower Liqueur for Warmer Weather

Showcase Team Spirit During the NCAA Tournament with These Local Drinks

Irish Whiskey vs the Rest: What's the Difference?

Test Your Tastebuds: What to Expect from My Glass of Merlot

New England vs. Philadelphia: Team-Themed Drinks for The Big Game

Is Skunky Beer a Thing? The Truths and Myths of Beer Storage

Get into the Holiday 'Spirits' With These 8 Christmas Cocktails

'Tis The Season For Eggnog! But why?

Wine Gifts that Look and Taste Expensive but Won't Break the Bank

Brush Up on Wine and Food Pairings Before You Host the Holidays

Turkey Traditions: How to Find Your Go-To Thanksgiving Wine

Hospices de Beaune: The Story Behind the World Famous Wine Auction

Vino and Venison: Wine Pairings For Your Hunter's Game

Giving Back: Wine Sales to Benefit California Wildfire Relief

Hosting a Halloween Party? These Halloween Drinks Are To Die For.

Out With the Light and in With the Dark Seasonal Beer

Orchard Ales: Minnesota's Booming Cider Beer Scene

Get Ready For Pumpkin Everything, Like Pumpkin Cocktails

Sophisticated Sommelier: The Basics of Wine Tasting Etiquette

What Are Hops? A Lesson on Beer Fermentation.

What Is Cognac? Understanding this French Brandy, from VS to XO.

New to White Wine? Here's a Crash Course on Finding Your Favorite.

3 Vikings Party Must-Haves to Celebrate Your Minnesota Pride

5 Cocktails Perfect For Labor Day Weekend at the Cabin

Tailgating Season: Pack Your Cooler With These Pre-Game Essentials

Haskell's to Judge Amateur Winemaking Contest at the MN State Fair

What's the Best Rose Wine for Summer? Here are Our 7 Top Favorites.

Ready To Drink: 3 Pre-Mixed Cocktails That Aren't Half Bad

Forget the Orange Juice: Three Mixers for Your Next Round of Mimosas

Mix Things Up With These 5 Fun Daiquiri Recipes

Hosting a Shower? Here are 3 Classy Drinks to Serve Your Guests.

Booze Cruise: Enjoy the View, Sip a Few on Haskell's Summer Boat Cruise

Vineyard Spotlight: Santa Margherita

Backyard Bartender: Our 7 Favorite BBQ Cocktails

Summer Beer: Our Top Light and Refreshing Brews

Why Cucumber Vodka Makes a Perfect Summer Cocktail

Vacation at Home with These 7 Fun Tropical Drinks

MN Sunday Liquor Sales at Haskell's: What You Need to Know

Change-Up Your Routine with These Moscow Mule Variations

Minnesota Wineries: Local Wines With Worldly Taste

Bartender for Hire: How a Pro Sets Up a Party

Spanish Wine: Experience Spain Without a Passport

Best Champagne Brands to Have at Your Upcoming Party

Vineyard Spotlight: Louis M. Martini Winery

Our Top 10 Favorite Wine and Cheese Pairings

How to Make Ponche Navideño Hot Mexican Fruit Punch

Beergarita: The Best of Both Worlds

What Are the Best Gluten Free Liquor Options?

Vineyard Spotlight: Moët Hennessy Champagnes and Sparkling Wines

Five Easter Cocktail Recipes: What's Appropriate?

Wine For Beginners: Discovering Wine Without the Intimidation

What's Better Than Cake? Layer Cake Shiraz.

Pop the Cork: Wine Reviews From The Experts at Haskell's

Beer Recipes: Spring Menu Items Featuring Favorite Beers

How to Make Sangria: The Fritzy's Spritzy [VIDEO]

Erin Go Bragh: Celebrate St. Patty's Day With Irish Beer

Wine Bottle Crafts: 5 More DIY Projects For Your Empty Bottle Collection

Best Cocktails: Our List of the Top Mixed Drinks for 2017

Red vs. White: What's the Proper Wine Serving Temperature?

How Well Do You Know Wine Tasting Terms?

Margarita Day: Our All-Time Favorite Margs

The Best Sweet Wines For Your Sweetheart This Valentine's Day

10 Drink Ideas For Your Valentine's Day Party

10 More Fun Facts About Wine

Here's Our Best Irish Coffee Recipe in Honor of National Irish Coffee Day

What's the Difference? Single Malt vs. Blended Whisky

Sustainable Sipping: What is Organic Vodka and Why Should You Switch?

What Wine Legs Say About Your Wine [VIDEO]

Why Lamarca Prosecco is Great for Every Occasion

Low-Carb Wines for That New Year's Resolution

What's the Big Deal with Wine Aging and Should I Do It? [VIDEO]

Switch to These Delicious Low-Carb Beers Now, You'll Thank Us Later

Avoid Injury: How to Open Champagne Safely

What are the Real Health Benefits of Wine? [VIDEO]

How To Create A Killer Bourbon Gift Basket For $50

The Guide To Ultimate Christmas Cocktails

Mixology 101: The Perfect Dark and Stormy Recipe [VIDEO]

Wine Spotlight: The Best Amarone for Any Budget

What in the World is a Sommelier and Why Your Party Needs One

The Best Moscow Mule Recipe to Make at Home [VIDEO]

Impress The Family Wine Snob With These Thanksgiving Wine Pairings

Minnesota's Best Beaujolais Nouveau 2016 Celebration Spots

Made in Minnesota: Loon Liquors

Wine Lovers: Pick the Best Chardonnay for Any Gathering

Five Grapefruit Vodkas You Should Try Right Now

Wine for Beginners: How to Find Your Favorite Wines [VIDEO]

Get in the Spirit: 3 Halloween Drinks for Your Costume Party

America's Spirit: A Few Facts for the Bourbon Enthusiast [VIDEO]

10 Can't Miss 90+ Point Wines from Our Fall Wine Sale

Why is Everyone Looking for Ponche Caballero Spanish Liqueur?

Six Do's and Don'ts of Buying Wine On Sale — Save Money and Headaches

Best High End Wine Options to Splurge On [VIDEO]

Why, When, and How to Age Wine

Debunking the Most Common Beer Storage Myth [VIDEO]

Five Fall Cocktails to Go With Your Favorite Fall Foods

Made in Minnesota: Norseman Distillery

What is London Dry Gin? [VIDEO]

How to Pick the Perfect Craft Beer Gift Basket

Tour These Enchanting Minnesota Wineries This Fall

Exploring Your Gluten Free Liquor Options [VIDEO]

5 Wine Cocktails That Will Make Your Tastebuds Dance

6 Remarkable Minnesota Wine Tastings to Keep on Your Radar

Best Cheap Wine: Our Picks Under 30 Dollars

Water of Life: Different Types of Whiskey [VIDEO]

Craft Beer Reviews: Our Thoughts on Minnesota's Best Brews

The Pink Stuff: What is Rosé Wine? [VIDEO]

How to Pick the Perfect Wine When You Buy Wine Online

Bridal Parties: How to Choose Wine for a Wedding

6 Can't-Miss Summer Wine Events in Minnesota

What is Sangria and What Ingredients Should I Use? [VIDEO]

Can You Buy Beer Online? What You Need to Know

What is Craft Beer? A Quick Guide to a Booming Trend

Made in Minnesota: Tattersall Distilling

The Lowdown on Types of Whisky (or Whiskey)

If You Like Beer and Cheese, Make These Beer Cheese Recipes

Four Fun Fourth of July Drinks to Show Off Your Patriotism

What is Cognac? Eight Facts You Might Not Know

Cool Down With These Red Wine Ice Cream Recipes

Made in Minnesota: Bad Weather Brewing

Your Guide to Creating the Perfect Sangria Recipes

How to Make the Best Boozy Adult Milkshakes

10 Reasons Hard Sodas are Sweeter than Springtime

Raise Your Glass: Three Merry Ways to Celebrate National Wine Day

Your Late-Night Cheat Sheet for Pairing Pizza and Wine

How to Find a Bartender for Hire in 5 Easy Steps

Made in Minnesota: J. Carver Distillery

Mixology 101: How to Pour a Great Drink

15 of the Best Wine Blogs You Should Be Following

The Secrets to Mouthwatering Wine and Cheese Pairings

Five Effortless Cider Cocktails That Are So Hot Right Now

Made in Minnesota: Seven of the Best Minnesota IPAs

Times You Need a Custom Wine Label

Four Tasty Beer Recipes You'll Want to Make Tonight

How to Host a Private Wine Tasting in Your Home

A 12-Pack of Fun Facts About Beer for National Beer Day

Six Strong Cocktails That are Not for the Faint of Heart

Regional Wine Spotlight: Minnesota Wines

Four Mimosa Recipes for Your Next Brunch

Made in Minnesota: 612Brew

Five Fruity Drinks to Help You Think Spring

Regional Wine Spotlight: California Wines

4 Great Irish Drinks: Your Best Bets for Saint Patrick's Day

Five Mouthwatering Gluten-Free Liquor Cocktails to Try

How to Make a Home Bar: The Essentials

Regional Wine Spotlight: The 411 on French Wines

Six Cocktails to Mix Up on National Kahlua Day

Made in Minnesota: Mankato Brewery

Our Favorite Hard Cider Picks for 2016

¡Olé! 5 Drinks to Celebrate National Margarita Day

Celebrate National Drink Wine Day

The Basics of Wine and Chocolate Pairing

Wine Tips: Beau's Valentine's Day Recommendations

Made in Minnesota: Olvalde Brewing

Regional Wine Spotlight: Italian Wines

Five Fun Wine Bottle Crafts To Make At Home

A 12-pack of Blogs and Websites that Deliver Beer News Daily

Five Decadent Red Wine Dessert Recipes (and a White Wine Bonus)

Steel Toe Brewery: Made in Minnesota

Top Five Reasons You Should Buy Wine Online

MN Beer Events in 2016 to Keep on Your Radar

Five Fun Facts About Wine for True Wine Lovers

The Pour: Our Top Blogs from 2015

How Much Beer Should I Buy for a Party? – The Super Bowl Edition

Made in Minnesota: Lake Superior Brewing Company

Wine Spotlight: The Best Rosé Wine for Your Holiday Celebrations

Made in Minnesota: Boom Island Brewing

Made in MN: Third Street Brewhouse

Six of the Best Champagne Brands to Bring in the New Year

Made in Minnesota: Bauhaus Brew Labs

The 12 Wines of Christmas: Best Ideas For Your Christmas Wine

How to Pronounce Sauvignon and Other Wine Questions

Made in Minnesota: Excelsior Brewing Company

Top Five Things that All Wine Lovers Want for the Holidays

Six Cocktails with Peppermint Schnapps to Try

7 Times It's Best to Order Wine Online

Made in Minnesota: Blacklist Brewing

Our Expert Picks for Your Thanksgiving Wine

Your Guide to Wine Tasting Terms

Six Tips to Avoid Wine Stained Teeth

Made in Minnesota: Indeed Brewing Company

Wine Temperature 101: The Right Temperature for Each Type

Made in MN: Three Great Minnesota Wine Brands

The Ultimate Guide to Pairing Wine and Cheese

Made in Minnesota: Finnegans

7 Halloween Party Cocktails to Spook Your Guests

Three Cocktails to Celebrate National Vodka Day, Sunday October 4!

Made in Minnesota: Grain Belt Beer

Here's the Skinny: Which Wine Has the Least Calories

Join Us at Haskell's: Minnesota Wine Tasting

The Best Wine Picks Under 50 Dollars

Made in MN: Lift Bridge, Stillwater

Cocktails with Campari – Italian Sophistication

10 Best Wine Quotes to Express Your Love for Wine

Made in MN: Fulton Brewing, NE MPLS

10 Wine Gifts to Give to the Wine Lovers in Your Life

Enjoying Minnesota Craft Beers [VIDEO]

Wine & Craft Beer Delivery with the Drizly App

The Ultimate List of Minnesota Wineries

Difference in Wine Bottle Shapes [VIDEO]

10 Great Beer Quotes for the Craft Beer Aficionado

Made in MN: Brau Brothers Brewing, Lucan, MN

Do You Really Need One of These Fancy Red Wine Decanters? [VIDEO]

Top 5 Reasons to Buy Craft Beer Online

What Is Port Wine? [VIDEO]

Five O'Clock Somewhere: 3 Must-Try Extra Anejo Cocktails

Fresh Walleye & Local Craft Beer: The Best Summer Pairing

It's a Good Time to Buy Liquor in Minnesota

MN Beer Events: Summer Craft Beer Festival Schedule

The Proper Method for Beer Storage [VIDEO]

Summer Staycation: Craft Beer Tours in Minnesota

What To Do With Leftover Wine [VIDEO]

Cocktails with Herbs – Grow It and Drink It

5 Great 4th of July Drink Recipes for your Independence Day Celebration

Made in MN: Lucid Brewing (Minnetonka)

Why Decanting Wine Makes It Taste Better [VIDEO]

Is Wine Gluten Free?

Wine Tastings: Falanghina

How to Open Champagne and Sparkling Wine Without Making A Mess [VIDEO]

Craft Beer Baskets that Dad Will Love

How To Remove Red Wine Stains - Like Magic [VIDEO]

Groomsmen Gift: The Best Beer Gift Baskets for Your Best Men

Made in MN: Bent Paddle Beer (Duluth)

How To Make A Perfect Black and Tan Drink [VIDEO]

Wine Tastings: Viognier Food Pairings

How To Open A Wine Bottle [VIDEO]

Spring Grilling: Wines and Recipes for Grilled Meats

How to Properly Store Wine at Home [VIDEO]

Made in Minnesota: Summit Beer

How To Taste Wine Like An Expert [VIDEO]

Wine for the Minnesota Fishing Opener

Why Do Restaurants Give You the Wine Cork? [VIDEO]

How Do Winemakers Use Yeast?

Celebrating the Return of Ice Cream Cocktails

Made in Minnesota: Surly Beer

Wine Tastings: Sauvignon Blanc

Strong Cocktails for Tax Day

Baseball and Beer

Wines For Easter Sunday

Wine Tastings: Rioja

Everything You Need to Know About Wine Corks

Irish Whiskey with a Minnesota Connection

Made in Minnesota: Schell’s Beer

Wine Tastings: Zinfandel

A Look Back at Industry Pioneer Fritzi Haskell

National Heart Month: We’ll Drink to That!

Mardi Gras Cocktail Recipes

Perfect Wine Pairings for Valentine's Day

Beer 101: What’s All the Fuss About Craft Beer?

Beer and Wine Pairings for the Big Game

International Red Wines from France

Throwback Thursday: Reintroducing Sherry

Sonoma Wine Country Getaway

Sparkling Wines to Ring in the New Year

Wine Recommendations for At-Home Wine Shopping

How To Stock A Wine Cellar

Top Craft Beers for Holiday Gifts

A Guide to Game Day Food and Drink

How to Start a Wine Cellar

Behind the Oak Barrel: Rioja Wine

The Advantages of Selecting Pinot Grigio

Pairing Foods with Wine

What You Don’t Know About Rosé Wines

Round Up of Fall Sale Catalogue Wine

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