Who Is Tim?
My name is Tim Brinkmann and while I'd prefer to answer your questions in person at my store, you will always have 24-hour access to my wine and spirits knowledge on my Ask Tim page. My background and my passion both lie in the wine and spirits industry, with over 10 years experience as a spirits wholesaler and 9 years in fine wine distribution. I opened Brinkmann's Wine & Spirits because I love to discover new wines and spirits and I have a great appreciation for the evolution, growth, and maturity of existing brands. Please come visit me in the store so we can talk shop, or feel free to interact with me here. Just remember: Good, Better... Brinkmann's!

Updated February 04, 2010

Brian asks Tim –“I plan on having the biggest and best super bowl party on the block. What kind of drinks should I stock up on?”

Tim responds –

Even if you don't drink alcohol yourself, you'll want to have a selection of drinks available for your guests. My suggestion is to have a selection of quality high-gravity beers. and a few other options for people who don't like beer. When you choose your beer, try something with a local flavor in either an American IPA or Lager to satisfy several tastes. Local beers are typically fresher, more appreciated by your guests, and make a great Super Bowl Beer. For people who don't like beer, try having a nice whiskey, such as the Elmer T Lee Bourbon we just got at Brinkmann's, to mix with soda. Any way that you go, buy your drinks EARLY. We aren't open on Sunday, so make sure to hustle into Brinkmann's now!

Cheers! Tim