3 Refreshing Red, White, and Blue Cocktails for Your Next Summer BBQ
Summer BBQs are always a blast, but why not take it up a notch this year with some festive red white and blue cocktails? These delicious cocktails will be sure to impress your guests and make for an unforgettable day. From classic favorites like the Red White &...
5 Summer Margarita Recipes Worth the Splurge (Spicy vs. Classic)
Summer in Effingham and Godfrey has a way of making you crave something cold, citrusy, and just a little bit fun. And in 2026, one drink is winning the season hands-down: the margarita. If you’ve been wanting to shake up better summer margarita recipes at home...
Memorial Day BBQ Pairings: The Ultimate Guide to Pouring with Burgers, Brats & Ribs
Memorial Day weekend is one of the best entertaining holidays of the year — grills fired up, friends in the backyard, and a long weekend to actually enjoy it. But if you’re the one hosting (or just the one bringing drinks), figuring out the right Memorial Day...
The 2026 Summer Can Lineup: 4 New Canned Cocktails to Stock Your Effingham Cooler
There’s a moment in every summer — usually somewhere between Memorial Day weekend and your second lake day of the year — where you realize the cooler has become more important than the menu. Forget the marinade. Forget the side dishes. If the drinks are right,...
Tequila 101: Preparing for Cinco de Mayo with the Perfect Blanco, Reposado & Añejo
If you’ve ever stood in front of a wall of tequila bottles and wondered what the difference really is between Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo — you are in very good company. With Cinco de Mayo right around the corner, knowing the types of tequila (and which one...
7 Easy Summer Rum Cocktails With Captain Morgan That Deserve a Spot at Every Backyard Party
You can almost feel it — the grill is heating up, the cooler’s packed, someone just dragged the lawn chairs into the shade, and now everyone’s looking at you like, “So… what are we drinking?” We’ve got you covered. These seven summer rum cocktails are built for that...
Easter Brunch Cocktails: 4 Simple Drinks That’ll Steal the Show
You’ve got the Easter ham in the oven, the table is set, and guests are on their way — but what about the drinks? If your go-to move is a basic mimosa (no shade, we love them too), this is the year to level up. These four Easter brunch cocktails are easy to...
March Madness: Bracket-Busting Batch Cocktails for the Ultimate Home Viewing
The tournament is finally here—the high-stakes energy, the buzzer-beaters, and the brackets that (let’s be honest) were likely busted by the end of Day One. When you’re settled in for a long day of back-to-back games, the last thing you want is to be stuck behind the...
Mixing it up: our favorite recipes with Ole Smoky moonshine
At Top Shelf, we believe shopping for beer, wine, and spirits should feel less like a transaction—and more like a conversation. We love helping our community discover new flavors, and our team is always ready to help you find exactly what fits your taste or occasion....
Luck of the Irish: Moving Beyond Green Beer this St. Patrick’s Day
Forget the food coloring and the watered-down lagers this year. At Top Shelf, we believe St. Patrick’s Day should feel less like a transaction and more like a conversation about true Irish heritage. Whether you are visiting us in Effingham or Godfrey, we’re here to...
