Urban Tastings
Be sure to join us on Thursday and Friday nights from 5-8 and Saturdays from 3-6 for our regular tastings. Below is just a small sampling of the tastings we have this month. Often in January, the staff will open their favorite wines for a tasting, so even if you don't see an event listed, please stop by during normal tasting hours! Thursday, January 10, 5-8 PM at UGCH: Join Roy Cohen from Cytnthia Hurley wines as he pours their portfolio of fantastic, artisan French wines. (Roy also pours at UGSE on 1/31 from 5-8). Friday, January 11, 5-8 PM at UGCH: Caitlin from Slumbrew will be pouring Somerville's very own craft beer. Sunday, January 13, 7-9 PM: Escape to Mexico with UG and Olé! Beat the January doldrums by slipping on your favorite Tommy Bahama shirt and joining us at UGSE for an Escape to Mexico! Five small plates from Olé's award-winning chef Erwin Ramos will be paired with Mexico's most infamous beverages. All for just $20! A few tickets are still available for purchase, but act quickly! Thursday, January 17, 5-8 PM at UGCH: Join Brooklyn Brewery's local rep, Patrick as he pours a selection of their fantastic perennial and seasonal beers. Thursday, January 17, 5-8 PM at UGSE: Located in Northampton, MA, this is our first tasting with local brewery Brewmaster Jack! Come try their Stray Dog Lager and Ambrewsia, an Imperial IPA! (Brewmaster Jack will also be at UGSE on 1/31 from 5-8) Thursday, January 17, 6:30 to 8:30 PM at BCAE: TJ's last class at the BCAE was a phenomenal hit, and now he's back teaching a course on how to enjoy white wine during the winter. He'll be pouring a selection of full-bodied white wines and talking about how different varietals lend themselves to the colder weather. Tickets available here. Friday, January 18, 5-8 PM at UGSE: Mat from MS Walker always pours a wide array of palate-friendly wines at his tastings. Come see what he's suggesting for the winter months! Friday, January 18, 5-8 PM at UGCH: Hailing from Sherborn and distilling right here in Boston, Bully Boy has gained national attention for their fantastic local spirits. Stop by to taste their old favorites and their new American Straight Whiskey. Thursday, January 24, 5-8 PM at UGCH: Martin from Oz Wine Company pours wines that have been carefully curated down to only the best wines of distinction and character. Stop by for a tasting of wines from around the world! Thursday, January 24, 5-8 PM at UGSE: It's always fun when Frank Bomba stops by for a post-work, pre-dinner tasting of his favorites. Expect a fun and interesting selection, and a fun and interesting person pouring the juice! Friday, January 25, 5-8 PM at UGSE: We here at UG have a soft spot for the great wines of Italy. And no one brings in better Italian wine than Vinifera Imports. Join Austin as he pours some of his favorites! (Vinifera will also be at UGCH on 1/26 from 3-6 PM with food from Healthy Habits Kitchen) Saturday, January 26, 3-6 PM at UGSE: John Grange will be at UGSE pouring his selection of VERY special brands, such as Patz & Hall, Laurent-Perrier, Penya and more. As always, check the events page on our website for our full event listing and newly added tastings! | 
