Massachusetts-Made Privateer Rum

Two recently released smooth spirits deeply rooted in an old New England tradition

The Caribbean is undoubtedly best known for rum-making, but the spirit has long-standing roots in New England as well. In fact, the founder of Privateer Rum, which produces smooth, small-batch rum in two equally impressive versions, is an ancestor of famed rum producer, privateer and patriot Andrew Cabot—a man who made a name for himself back in 1750. Not only does Privateer Rum’s founder share …

Casa Fat Radish, Rio de Janeiro

NYC's The Fat Radish restaurant and Absolut Elyx support social reform through local food and drink

Any monumental event—from annual art fairs to sports tournaments—is now a major playground for companies to leave their mark on a captive audience. The branded hoopla oftentimes feels awkward, but when lured by free swag and booze, it’s rarely questioned. So when the New York restaurant The Fat Radish popped up in Rio de Janeiro during World Cup this year, many could have assumed it …

Parlor Coffee Roastery and Tasting Room

The upstart roaster's new Brooklyn Navy Yard digs cut the noise to deliver the goods

by Stephen Varady If simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, Parlor Coffee’s new roastery and tasting room in the Brooklyn Navy Yard offers one the most refined coffee experiences in New York City. Because Parlor is focused on just one thing: making a perfect coffee, which we can attest to since sampling the newcomer’s beans last year. This refreshingly basic approach was born out of necessity …