Sailor Guevara

Sailor Guevara is a renowned spirits specialist, journalist, award-winning mixologist, hospitality veteran and cat mom. Throughout her career, Sailor has earned many accolades, such as the 2020 World Icon of Whiskey Award and the American Distilling Institute named her a top influencer in 2024. With an insatiable curiosity and never ending desire to learn, Sailor has traveled the world experiencing food and drink culture. In 2022, Sailor took the helm as Executive Director of Good Deeds Spirits, a not-for-profit spirits brand that raises funds for industry causes.

Review: Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey Eggnog

By Sailor Guevara | December 9, 2024 |

If you’re a fan of eggnog, you may know how difficult it can be to find a quality, boozy premade version. Between consistency and viscosity issues, and chemical flavors, the hunt for a great whiskey-based eggnog is rough. Eggnog is not to be confused with bourbon cream, which is bourbon mixed with cream, a sweetener,…

Shaken & Stirred: A Holiday Gift Guide for Cocktail Book Enthusiasts

By Sailor Guevara | December 5, 2024 |

Cocktail books are a fantastic gift for anyone who loves mixing drinks. They’re packed with fun recipes, from the classics to more adventurous creations, so there’s always something to try out. Plus, many of these books share interesting stories about the drinks and their origins, which adds an extra layer of enjoyment. As readers dive…

From Turkey to Pumpkin Pie: Whiskey Pairings for a Thanksgiving Feast to Remember

By Sailor Guevara | November 26, 2024 |

When planning your Thanksgiving meal, many questions arise. But for some of us the biggest question is not what sides to serve or pies to bake, but which whiskey pairs best with the bird of the day this Thanksgiving. The first question to consider when pairing a whiskey with a holiday meal is: What is…

Festive Flavors: Quick Cocktails to Elevate Your Thanksgiving

By Sailor Guevara | November 25, 2024 |

With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s the perfect time to amp up your holiday gatherings with fun cocktails that capture the season’s vibe. These drinks are quick to whip up and packed with all those amazing seasonal flavors your guests will love. With just a few simple ingredients and some creative spins, you can mix…

Review: True Story Finished Rye and Finished Bourbon

By Sailor Guevara | November 10, 2024 |

Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee and co-founder of Angel’s Envy Wes Henderson has begun the next chapter of his spirits journey with the birth of Saga Spirits Group and the launch of True Story Finished Bourbon and True Story Finished Rye whiskeys. Henderson, who looked for new challenges during his short period of retirement, got…

Review: As Above, So Below Sigil Gin

By Sailor Guevara | November 4, 2024 |

High in the Sangre De Cristo Mountains, presiding over the desert landscape of New Mexico, lies the city of Santa Fe. Host to a handful of distilleries shaping a new perspective on American spirits, As Above, So Below Distillery (AASB) is a prime example of the enchanting products expressing the soul of the American southwest.…