Hudson Whiskey’s Maple Cask Rye

A barrel swap with syrup-makers led to the family-operated distillery releasing a maple rye

This is no liqueur, or a syrupy sweet, gooey-thick blend of whiskey and maple products. With a heady nose of rye, a full spiced taste and a maple inflection that’s far more than grace notes, Hudson Whiskey‘s small-batch, handmade Maple Cask Rye is a rare, successful iteration of a maple or honey alcohol. Disregard your preconceptions of flavored alcohol because this is not one—and there …

Puff’s Preserves

Spice up breakfast with these boozy jams made in Denver, CO sourced with local spirits

Whether it’s homemade vodka popsicles or alcoholic cupcakes, the CH staff seems partial to sweet treats that involve a little tipple. A welcome newcomer is Denver-based Puff’s Preserves; handcrafted small-batch boozy jams that spice up any ho-hum breakfast (or lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner) routine. Kirsten Farabi uses her location to her advantage: Colorado is renowned for its craft breweries and artisan distilleries are also …

Maison & Objet Autumn 2013: Kitchenware

Cleverly designed utensils, serveware and containers that are easier to use and to transport

All kinds of new approaches to cooking and kitchenware were on offer in the renewed COOK+DESIGN exhibit at Maison & Objet in Paris this year, and many of the most eye-catching designs were also often the most functional. An evident theme throughout was “nomadic” kitchenware; utensils, knives, serveware and more that encourage cooks to take their passion on the road—or at the least, make storage …