As the temperature continues to rise more and more we realize the enjoyment we had while hanging outside with family and friends. Instead of being cooped up near the fireplace, now is the time to invite your friends, neighbors, and relatives over for a front porch party. Many of them may be ready to get out of the house as well, but with a Southern porch that wraps around from one end to the other, your house is the ideal place to start. So why not provide a front porch party that’s worth wild and features Black-owned alcohol/wine brands that will for sure get the party started.
Not sure where to start; use these 3 Black-Owned Alcohol & Wine brands to plan for your front porch party.
Black Owned Alcohol/Wine Brands for the Front Porch Party
Taste Collection Cellars
Taste Collection Cellars is owned and operated by Chef Rhonda Russel; an Executive Chef of Wine Arts and Winemaker. Their artisan collection is perfect for an outdoor party because of its superb taste and Chef Rhonda Russell Southern Louisiana upbringing that shapes their pairable flavors. Taste Collection Cellars white wine; Vivian Chardonnay or their Southern Taste wine; Syrah Rose, are two refreshing wines that pair well with hearty grilled food or light appetizers prepared by the Black Southern Belle or Beau hostess.
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Ten to One Rum
Rum is oftentimes related to being popular in the winter season, however, Ten to One Rum is an alcoholic beverage that makes the best cocktails for the Spring and Summer seasons. As you are preparing a sweet and refreshing punch for the front porch party, use their dark rum as the foundation for some of the most inviting cocktails you can craft. Also their white rum has a unique flavor profile and has hints of jasmine, honeysuckle, white pepper and lemongrass that pairs seamlessly with front porch beverages and delicious finger food.
Darjean Jones Wines
Award winning, southern based, and made with charisma are characteristics that wine lovers share about Darjean Jones Wines. This black owned wine company states their overall intention is “joie de vivre,” which means joy of living. What’s better than finding the joy of living with family and friends as you all are one with the Southern scenery. Whether it’s the latest release Dawna Rosé or the Viognier Russian River Valley, Darjean Jones Wines will kick off the party long before the cork is even released.
Never let planning for a front porch party become overwhelming. Grab the basics that will loosen everyone up, pick a day where everyone is free, and create a space that merges the comfort of the indoors to the outdoors. However, most importantly, use this black owned alcoholic beverage guide to start your process. Buying these items first is never a wrong place to start.
Read to host your front porch party? Add these fun wine glasses to your collection and wow your guests:
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Michiel is a Black Southern Belle living a lowcountry life. I love all things fashion, home decor and southern! When I am not running around doing fun stuff for Black Southern Belle, I live in antique stores and have a minor obsession with historic homes :)
