EZdrinking

Spirit Reviews, Tasting Events and Consulting

Searching for the world's best drinks and what makes them extraordinary. EZdrinking is a drinks blog by Eric Zandona that focuses on distilled spirits, wine, craft beer and specialty coffee. Here you can find reviews of drinks, drink books, articles about current & historical trends, as well as how to make liqueurs, bitters, and other spirit based drinks at home.

 

Sips Across the Sea

Tune in to spirit experts Eric Zandona and David T. Smith talk about drinks, drinking culture and fun ways to responsibly enjoy the wide world of spirits, mixed drinks, canned cocktails, and other boozy beverages.

 

Episode #8 - Screwdriver

Screwdriver - Vodka. Orange juice. And far more going on than you’d expect. Eric Zandona and David T. Smith unpack the cultural history and practicalities of making the Screwdriver.

Episode #7 - Benchmark Bourbon Vertical Tasting

Join Eric Zandona and David T. Smith as they do a vertical tasting of Benchmark Bourbon.

Episode #6 - National Rum Day

Join Eric Zandona and David T. Smith as they chat about the world of rum on National Rum Day.

Episode #5 - Martini-on-the-Rocks

Join Eric Zandona and David T. Smith as they chat about the under appreciated Martini-on-the-Rocks for National Martini Day, June 21, 2025.

 

Episode #4 - World Gin Day 2025

Join Eric Zandona and David T. Smith as they chat about gin and celebrate World Gin Day.

Episode #3 - RyE January

Join Eric Zandona and David T. Smith as they chat about all things rye whiskey as they celebrate Rye January.

Episode #2 - Canadian Whisky Week

Join Eric Zandona and David T. Smith David T. Smith as they chat about Canadian whisky and the inaugural Canadian Whisky Week celebration from January 13-19, 2025. #CADWhiskyWeek

Episode #1 - Eggnog and other Holiday Drinks

Join Eric Zandona and David T. Smith as the chat about eggnog and other dinks to enjoy around the holidays.