by Sherri Spontak | Jul 1, 2026 | Journal
There is something beautifully symbolic about bourbon. Like America, it begins with humble ingredients and endless possibility. It is shaped by hard work, patience, and time. Each barrel tells a different story, yet together they become part of something much larger—a...
by Sherri Spontak | Jun 1, 2026 | Journal
With the nights getting a little longer, and all the feels of summer a little closer, it makes me think about fun summer cocktails. Here’s where the Toasted Marshmallow Old Fashioned takes front and center. This delicious cocktail makes for an interesting twist to the...
by Sherri Spontak | May 8, 2026 | Journal
Some of life’s greatest moments happen around the table. Not because of the table itself, but because of who gathers there. It’s where little hands once colored pictures for Mother’s Day. Where family dinners turned into stories that still make us...
by Sherri Spontak | Apr 10, 2026 | Journal, Uncategorized
Journal #005 | April 10, 2026 An Elegant Pour Luxury is rarely loud. It lives in the details — in the warmth of candlelight, the glimmer of crystal, the quiet beauty of guests gathered around something unexpected. A beautifully curated bourbon tasting brings a...
by Sherri Spontak | Mar 11, 2026 | Journal
My Bourbonista – Chicago’s Premier Bourbon Tasting Concierge Journal Entry #004 Title: Love, Hope, & Luxe Bourbon Moments March is here, and so are the hopes and promises of love, weddings, and unforgettable celebrations. At My Bourbonista, our calendar is filling...
by Sherri Spontak | Feb 22, 2026 | Journal
My Bourbonista — Journal Entry #003 February Reflections February showed up beautifully this year — the kind of month that reminds me why bourbon is never just about what’s in the glass… it’s about where life takes you while you’re holding it. My Bourbonista spent...
