Deep Cuts

Pairing iconic albums with cocktails worth slowing down for.

Nirvana – Nevermind (1991)

Nirvana – Nevermind (1991)

When Nevermind roared onto the scene, it didn’t just rewrite the sound of rock — it redefined honesty itself. Nirvana’s jagged mix of melody and mayhem still echoes through every act of authenticity today. Pair it with the smoky calm of a zero-proof Mezcatini, and you’ll find rebellion doesn’t need a buzz — just the courage to be real.

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Metallica - Black Album (1991)

Metallica - Black Album (1991)

Metallica’s Black Album didn’t just change metal — it redefined what heavy could mean. This Deep Cut dives into the band’s bold reinvention, the precision behind the punch, and how clarity, discipline, and evolution shaped one of the most iconic records in rock. Paired with a Cut Above zero-proof pour, it’s the perfect way to experience the album with sharp focus and full intensity.

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Kanye West - Graduation (2007)

Kanye West - Graduation (2007)

Graduation is Kanye at his most colorful, confident, and forward-moving — an album that reshaped the sound of modern hip-hop. This Deep Cut explores its evolution, ambition, and energy, matched with Gives Me the CBDbeez for a bright zero-proof pairing.

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Pearl Jam - Ten (1991)

Pearl Jam - Ten (1991)

Pearl Jam’s Ten is raw, powerful, and timeless — an album that balances grit with vulnerability. In this Deep Cut, we explore the emotion, evolution, and intensity behind the music, paired with Cut Above’s Churro Kidding Me cocktail for a zero-proof ritual that mirrors the album’s warmth and soul.

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Mac Miller - Swimming (2018)

Mac Miller - Swimming (2018)

Swimming is Mac Miller’s most introspective work — a soulful, slow-motion journey through healing, heartbreak, and hard-won peace. In this Deep Cut, we dive beneath the surface to explore how the album turns grief into grace and why its ripples still move us today.

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George Strait - Number Ones (2004)

George Strait - Number Ones (2004)

George Strait’s 50 Number Ones is more than a greatest hits album — it’s a masterclass in timeless storytelling. From rodeo roots to radio classics, each song proves that authenticity never goes out of style. Pair it with a zero-proof Marvin’s Garden for a smooth, grounded sip that honors tradition without the buzz.

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