So your bar cart is looking a little sparse, and you want to fill it out— but if you’re not a spirits expert, knowing what bottles to collect can be daunting. This guide will walk you through everything you need to set up a properly stocked home bar.
Read MoreWhy mess with a mix when you can shake, stir, and blend up these fresh creations?
Read MoreThinking of doing a nutritional cleanse— but not sure if you want to give up wine completely? You might not have to! Check out these 5 tips for making healthier choices with your drinking.
Read MoreLove going out, but don't love that moment when the wine list hits the table and all eyes are on you? We have you covered with these expert sommelier tips to make ordering the perfect bottle quick, painless, and maybe even... fun? Read on for the expert tips on ordering wine, and also how to handle the wine tasting ritual once your bottle arrives.
Read MoreGathering your friends for a wine tasting in your home is probably a lot simpler than you think. Here’s our step-by-step guide of everything you need— including ready-to-print tasting sheets, and a video tasting tutorial from Sarah!
Read MoreFind out more about the #youcansipwithus community and how you can join us!
Read MoreSangria, made simple! Once you learn these 4 different spins on the basic Sangria formula, the sky’s the limit. Are you ready to get creative and have fun with everyone’s favorite party beverage?
Read MoreIf your food and wine pairing strategy is pretty much limited to ‘red with meat, white with fish, pray that it works’-- it’s hard to think outside the box. Which is why you will want to take a tip from The Lush Life and trust the latest food pairing wine I’m obsessed with: port! (Hint: it’s not just for dessert!)
Read MoreHave you ever returned from a fabulous wine tasting vacation completely enamored by a certain wine, only to open a bottle of the exact same wine at home a few months later-- and have it taste completely different? There are tons of factors that can change the way we experience a wine. Here are 8 reasons why the same wine can taste different every time!
Read MoreOnce you know the secrets of entertaining like an Italian, you’ll discover that pulling off an evening of fabulous food and incredible wine, Italian-style, is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to host.
Read MoreWhy splurge for a crowded, overpriced New Year's Eve out when you can host your own swank gathering? Dream up an Italian-style 'La Dolce Vita'-themed NYE Party. Read on for wine recs, food pairings, the perfect party playlist and more!
Read MoreWe all love the holiday classics— but when your ears need a break from all that Bublé, The Lush Life is here— spinning cool & funky (NON-ANNOYING) holiday tunes into your ears!
Read MoreOur 2018 Holiday Gift Guide is here! Cheerfully presenting quirky, cool, fun, interesting, and most of all BOOZY gift ideas for every lush on your list... giving 'making spirits bright' a whole new meaning.
Read MoreMore people today than ever are fully on the wellness train. Unfortunately, when it comes to wine, many of us don’t give our wine selection the conscious vetting that we give the rest of our lifestyle! But have no fear, The Lush Life is here, to break down exactly what it means for a wine to be organic, biodynamic, sustainable, and even vegan (yep, most wines aren’t vegan…. read on to find out why).
Read MoreThe type of closure on your bottle can make a big difference in the taste of your wine, and the environmental impact of the packaging is something we should all absolutely be considering... because honestly, every day should be Earth Day. Today we’re diving deep into natural corks!
Read MoreOne of the most fascinating wines in the world, and one of the coolest to pair with all kinds of dishes, is one that you're probably not drinking.
Read MoreFind out why Champagne is the VIP beverage of choice for everyone from Marie Antoinette to Jay-Z...
Read MoreDo you #brunchsohard? We do! If you're looking to expand your brunch beverage repertoire beyond mimosas, here are the best wines for brunch pairing perfection.
Read MoreBecause wine and cheese go together like J Lo and A-Rod, why not throw together a fun wine and cheese night for your crew? This week we're throwing the spotlight on the fantastic wines and cheese of Italy!
Read MoreFrom Spain to Italy, New York to California, France to Austria and beyond: 2017 took us all over the world in search of memorable wine moments! Here are 10 favorites from founder Sarah Tracey.
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