This week, from Monday, May 17 to Sunday, May 23, CORK is participating in TAG Time Happy Hour, a series of events aimed at raising awareness and funds for cancer research and treatment. Organized by Philadelphia’s Kristina and Jim Burke, a food and beverage couple battling cancer and raising funds for EGFR lung cancer research, TAG Time has one goal: to improve outcomes for patients with EGFR positive lung cancer by accelerating research and ultimately changing an EGFR lung cancer diagnosis into a manageable chronic disease.

Funds raised go directly to EGFR Resisters Patient Advocacy Group and LUNGevity Foundation, whose cancer research has revolutionized outcomes for lung cancers patients, including Jim Burke of Wm. Mulherin’s Sons, currently battling lung cancer himself. 

CORK “regulars” Kristina and Jim Burke have personally selected some of their favorite CORK wines. This week, 50% of the sales will be donated to EGFR Resisters and LUNGevity, whose work has revolutionized outcomes for lung cancer patients, including Jim Burke himself. Wine selections include Lusenti Fiocco di Rose (Emilia-Romagna, Italy); Zanasi Lambrusco (Emilia-Romagna, Italy); Famille Baron-Foucher Sancerre (Loire Valley, France); and Ottosoldi Barbera (Piedmont, Italy).

Stop by COOK between 11AM to 8PM daily to pick up TAG Time wines or reserve online for curbside pick up. While you can certainly take them home to enjoy, you may also make a true happy hour out of it. Purchase a bottle inside CORK and enjoy it at one of our new outdoor tables, accompanied by some delicious cheese, charcuterie and other snacks available in our pantry!

For more information on TAG Time Happy Hours, EGFR research and additional upcoming #tagtimehappyhour events, visit tagtimehappyhour.org.

Have a seat…outside at CORK! That’s right – CORK is now offering outdoor seating. Can’t wait to get home for that wine o’clock? Well, no need! Come inside CORK, purchase wine by the glass or the bottle, a cocktail to go, and perhaps a light nosh – charcuterie, nuts, cheese, tinned seafood – and unwine’d (see what we did there?) at one of our outdoor tables.

Wines by the glass include Avinyó Petillant Blanc (Catalunya, Spain), Hunky Dory Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough, New Zealand), La Patience Rosé (Rhone, France), Clovis Côtes du Rhône (Southern Rhone, France) and Voces Cellars “El Viajero” Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma, California).

Prefer a bottle? All white, rosé, orange and sparkling wines that are sold by the bottle are available chilled. Pick one out, we’ll grab it from the fridge, give you some cups and you’re good to go.

TGIF and welcome to the great outdoors!

The fine print: Tables are available for one hour per party. Maximum two guests per table. Masks are required for entry and re-entry to CORK. Last call for outdoor purchases is 7:30pm. Upon leaving, please dispose items in our provided bins. Tables and chairs are sanitized between parties so that everyone can imbibe safely.

Soon enough, everything will be coming up cherries and berries. At CORK, we’re already enjoying the bounty. Check out our roundup of all things cherry-berry below. Shop in-store daily from 11AM to 8PM or reserve online for curbside pick up.

WINES
Rene Geoffroy Rose De Saignee Brut Champagne (France)
Familie Bauer Zweigelt Rosé (Austria)
Macvin du Jura Rouge (France)
Ricossa Brachetto (Piedmont, Italy)
Mary Taylor Beaujolais-Villages (Rhone Valley, France)
Pas de Problème Pinot Noir (Languedoc, France)
La Patience Vin Rouge 2019 (Rhone, France) 
Fatum Tempranillo-Bobal (La Mancha, Spain)

FOR THE BAR
Royal Rose Strawberry Fennel Simple Syrup
Patrick Font Red Raspberry Nectar
Griottines Morello Cocktail Cherries
Cellar Door Cocktail Cherries
Luxardo Maraschino Cocktail Cherries

PANTRY ITEMS & CONFECTIONS
Jocelyn & Co. Mediterranean Sweetened Cranberries
Alicja Confections Chocolate Postcard Bar: Berry Ruby Chocolate
Neuhaus Chocolate Bonbons
Chocolate Amatller Strawberry White Chocolate Leaves 
Chocolate Amatller Raspberry Filled Milk Chocolate Flowers
Nicolas Vahé Red Bell Pepper-Raspberry-Chili Spread
Nicolas Vahé Blueberry Syrup
Jocelyn & Co Raspberry Jam Petite Cookies
Big Picture Farm Raspberry Rhubarb Goat Milk Caramels

PLUS…
Dot & Army Seersucker Red Striped Cocktail Napkins & Tea Towels
Scribble & Daub Cherries Greeting Card 

There’s many reasons to embrace the humble can. First, they’re portion controlled – if you’re not wanting to commit to a full bottle, they’re just what you need. Second, they’re ready to drink, no corkscrew or glass required, making them picnic perfection. Third, you can try two or three wines without opening three full-sized bottles. Feeling can-do? Check out our canned wine selections below. Shop in-store daily from 11AM to 8PM or reserve online for easy curbside pick up.

RAMONA
Founded by Jordan Salcito, award-winning sommelier and former Beverage Director for David Chang’s Momofuku restaurants, RAMONA is a line of sparkling wines and wine spritzes. Organic and vegan, low sulfite and low calorie, 4-packs available at CORK include Dry Sparkling Rosé, Blood Orange Spritz and Dry Ruby Grapefruit Spritz. With Ramona, Jordan filled a void for a better tasting, better- for-you, portable, organic beverage!

SCRIBE WINERY
Sonoma’s Scribe Winery produces organic, non-interventionist, hand-harvested wines that have a devoted following, to say the least. Their “Una Lou” Rosé of Pinot Noir celebrates the bright light fruit tones of Pinot Noir and its spry, natural acidity. Fresh and zippy, it offers both aromas and flavors of strawberries and citrus, with hints of salinity and a dry, crisp finish.

RUZA ROSÉ
Ruza unites craft winemaking with the format of the moment: the can. Abundant raspberry, cherry, and strawberry on the nose meets peppy brightness and a dry finish for a cool, contemporary rosé. Oh, and one more thing: it’s slightly spritzy on the palate. Chill, pop, repeat.

LUBANZI
Fair Trade Certified, Lubanzi is a collaboration between co-founders Charlie Brain and Walker Brown and local South African winemakers. Lubanzi is a young, innovative and socially responsible brand that has partnered with The Pebbles Project, a not for profit that provides health and education resources directly back to the families who live and work on South Africa’s wine farms. Lubanzi’s 375 mL canned wines include a 100% Chenin Blanc and a red blend, both available at CORK.

Lubanzi Chenin Blanc offers tropical and stone fruits on the nose, eliciting tangerine and lychee. The palate is round with, again, lychee, along with white peach, apricot and green apple, all with a touch of acidity and just a hint of freshly baked bread.

Lubanzi Red is a complex blend of Shiraz, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Carignan. Dark ruby in color, the blend puts forward aromas of plum, licorice and a touch of coffee. The palate also offers a harmonious blend of spice and fruit – both dark fruit and lighter strawberry and raspberry – as well as a bit of earthiness. Throughout, it’s soft with slight tannins, countered by an elevated acidity.

ALTITUDE PROJECT
Imported by Walla Walla’s Altitude Cellars, Altitude Project Pinot Noir is sourced from Chile’s Central Valley. Soaring with expressive notes of cherry, black plum and clove, finishing with soft tannins.

SERA LUCE VENETIAN SPRITZ
Inspired by an Italian classic, Sera Luce Venetian Spritz awakens your palate with the perfect balance of bitter and sweet. Infused with Valencia orange, a bouquet of bitter and savory herbs and other traditional botanicals, this bubbly wine cocktail invites you to savor la dolce vita!

PLOUGHMAN CIDER
Ploughman’s Muhibbah Cider was inspired by a series of Cheese, Sambal and Cider collaboration dinners with Malaysian chef Ange Branca and cheesemaker Jamie Png. Incorporating makrut lime leaves, star anise, cumin and coriander into a dry cider, this is a very unique and food friendly cider.

NON-ALCOHOLIC CANS
Looking for something zero proof? CORK offers two brands of bitters and sodas – Angostura Lemon and Lime, as well as Bitter Housewife, available in Aromatic and Orange varieties.

At CORK, we offer a wine for every occasion. Some days, however, call for a stiff drink. Our original line of cocktails to go featured five classic cocktails, and today we’re adding five picnic-perfect, springtime cocktails. Enjoy an Old Fashioned, Gin and Grapefruit Tonic, Vodka Ginger Mule, Smoked Honey Tequila Sour and a Cavaillon.

Each 8 ounce bottle contains 2 to 4 cocktails and uses select items available at CORK, including Yes Cocktail Co. Old Fashioned Cubes, Bittermilk Charred Grapefruit Tonic Syrup, Bittermilk Smoked Honey Sour Cocktail Syrup and Runamok Maple Ginger Mule Cocktail Syrup.

As with our selection of wines, cocktails may be purchased in-store or reserved online for convenient pick up. Bottles feature easy to follow instructions so that you can shake, stir and pour with confidence. Don’t forget your garnishes! Cocktail cherries, olives and lemon/orange wheels are available at CORK.

Plus, if you’re missing tools to complete the at-home cocktail experience, shop our extensive collection of barware. Cocktail making essentials such as jiggers, shakers, strainers and bar spoons are available in silver, gold and copper, as well as mixing glasses, coupes, rocks and collins glasses. 

Have yourself a picnic-in-the-park happy hour. TGIF and cheers!

Looking for the perfect gift for mom? We’ve got you. CORK has put together a variety of gift boxes loaded with artisanal confections, scented soaps and candles, and, yes, some of our favorite bottles of wine.

Boxes may be reserved in person at CORK, reserved online or by phone (215.735.2665). When ordering you may request a specific pick up date that is convenient for you. Please note, stock is limited, so reserve today!

Feel free to mix and match! To create your own custom box, visit us in-store daily from 11AM to 8PM.

Here are a handful of our favorite boxes, but for the complete list, head to our order form.

Think Pink
Château des Ferrages Rosé
Vinoos Rosé Gummies
Anis de Flavigny Rose Pastilles
Compagnie de Provence Rose Hand Cream
Compagnie de Provence Rose Hand Soap
Boudoir Hudson Candle

Full-On Floral
Gota Prunus Branco
Compagnie de Provence Rose Hand Soap
Compagnie de Provence Rose Hand Cream
Anis de Flavigny Violet Drops
ALIBI NYC Rosewater Hibiscus Candle
ALIBI NYC Rosewater Hibiscus Bar Soap
Alicja Confections Lavender-Lilac Milk Chocolate
Scribble & Daub Crocus Greeting Card

Spring Indulgence
Domaine Lafage Cote d’Est Blanc
Alicja Confections Chocolate Postcard Bar: Matcha White Chocolate
Anis de Flavigny Violet Pastilles
Chocolate Amatller Strawberry White Chocolate Leaves
Studio Portmanteau Matches – White
Hard Nectar Rose Otto Lollipop
Dot & Army Seersucker Cocktail Napkins (2)
ALIBI NYC Lavender Tin Candle
Neuhaus Chocolate Bonbons

The Lilbert
Lilbert-Fils Brut Champagne (France)
Wax Buffalo Pink Prosecco Candle
Wax Buffalo Matches
Neuhaus Champagne Truffles
Aurora Grace Assorted Macarons
Hard Nectar Elderflower Agate Candies (2)

The Vahé
Nicolas Vahé French Sea Salt Grinder
Nicolas Vahé French Mixed Peppercorn Grinder
Nicolas Vahé Balsamic Vinegar
Nicolas Vahé Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Nicolas Vahé Small Marble Bowls (2)
Nicolas Vahe 3-Piece Cheese Knife Set
Nicolas Vahe Small Acacia Cutting Board
Dot & Army Khaki Striped Seersucker Tea Towel
Dot & Army Khaki Striped Seersucker Cocktail Napkins (2)

Live your zest life and stop by CORK for all things grapefruit – scented soaps and hand cream, cocktail mixers and, of course, grapefruity wines and spritzes! Shop in-store daily from 11AM to 8PM or reserve online for curbside pick up.

GRAPEFRUIT-Y WINES
Famille Baron-Foucher Sancerre 2018 (Loire Valley, France)
Chateau Chanteloiseau Blanc Graves 2018 (Bordeaux, France)
Hunky Dory Sauvignon Blanc 2020 (Marlborough, New Zealand)
Ramona Dry Ruby Grapefruit Wine Spritz 4-Pack

SOAPS, CANDLES & MATCHES
Compagnie de Provence Pamplemousse Hand Soap and Hand Cream (also available in a variety of other scents, including Orange Blossom, Mediterranean, Rose, Almond, Olive Wood, Mint Tea)
NYC Grapefruit & Mint Leaf Soap

FOR THE BAR
Bitter Housewife Grapefruit Bitters
Mother Shrub Grapefruit Cocktail Shrub
Bittermilk Cocktail Mixer: Charred Grapefruit Tonic
Viski Copper Barware: Shaker, Jigger, Strainer, Bar Spoon, Stemless Glasses, Corkscrew and More

PLUS…
Dot & Army Seersucker Orange and Yellow Striped Cocktail Napkins & Tea Towels

The weekend is here, and if you’re looking for a way to supersize yours, read on! CORK carries a variety of liter bottle wines – perfect your springtime picnic. Check them out below and then stop by to pick up yours. We’re open every day from 11AM to 8PM for in-store shopping, but you may also reserve online for curbside pickup.

Niepoort Nat Cool Branco (Portugal)
From the Vinho Verde region of Portugal, this is a pet-nat that references the cloudy wines of the past which were bottled with residual sugar and fine lees, re-fermented in the bottle. A blend of Azal, Arinto, Avesso, Trajadura and Loureiro, it’s fresh and vibrant, with citrusy and vegetal notes. With high acidity, a light carbonic sparkle on the palate and a saline finish, it’s a refreshing pet-nat that’s almost too easy to drink. Perfect for picnics, park hangs and day drinking!

Bodegas Parra Jiménez “Gulp/Hablo” (La Mancha, Spain)
A certified organic blend of Verdejo and Sauvignon Blanc, this gulpable orange wine has aromatics of orange blossom and jackfruit, leading to apricot, citrus peel and grapefruit on the palate. Medium in body, fruity yet dry, it goes down easy! Pairs well with salad, fried food and Asian fare.

Familie Bauer Rosé (Austria)
Bauer’s 100% Blauer Zweigelt Rosé is fresh and crisp with delicate sour cherry aromas and herbal notes. If you’re a Provence style rosé drinker, give this one a try!

Gustavshof Vom Berg Riesling Trocken (Germany)
Produced on an organic estate by a husband and wife team, this is a unfined and minimally filtered dry Riesling. Made from grapes grown on the highest hillside in the Rheinhessen region, Vom Berg offers tons of apples, ripe peaches, honeycomb. A clean, medium bodied and majorly refreshing Riesling to enjoy with sushi, spicy dishes, Thai cuisine, pork or chicken sausage.

Brunn Blauer Zweigelt (Austria)
Just north of the Danube resides the small family owned and run winery producing Brunn. The old estate vines produce low yield with high quality grapes, which are harvested 100% by hand. On the nose, you’ll get bright cranberry and rose bush. On the palate, black raspberry, a bit of barnyard and cracked black pepper. This is a glou-glou chillable red wine that is perfect for grillable fare – chicken, anything barbecue, plus brisket and pulled pork.

Spring has sprung, and everything’s coming up roses! To celebrate spring’s arrival, here’s a roundup of all things floral available at CORK. Shop in-store daily from 11AM to 8PM or reserve online for curbside pick up.

FLORAL WINES (vermouth and cider, too!)
Weingut Rainer Sauer Muller-Thurgau (Germany)
Gota Prunus Branco (Portugal)
Domaine Lafage Cote d’Est Blanc 2020 (Languedoc-Roussillon, France)
Bruno Paillard Champagne Brut Premiere Cuvee (France)
Larchago Blanco Rioja 2019 (Rioja, Spain)
Montanaro Vermouth di Torino Bianco (Piedmont, Italy)
Ploughman Cider Muhibbah 4-Pack (Pennsylvania)

SOAPS, CANDLES & MATCHES
Compagnie de Provence Rose Hand Soap and Hand Cream
Hudson Candle: Boudoir (Moroccan Jasmine, Gardenia, Indian Tuberose, Caramel Amber Praline)
Makana Neroli Blossom, Rosewater and Pikake Jasmine Candles
ALIBI NYC Rosewater + Hibiscus Candle and Bar Soap
ALIBI NYC Lavender Travel Tin Candles
Joy of Light Daisy Matches

CONFECTIONS
Alicja Confections Postcard Chocolate Bars: Matcha White Chocolate and Lavender-Lilac Milk Chocolate
Chocolate Amatller Orange and Raspberry Filled Chocolate Flowers
Neuhaus Chocolate Bonbons
Anis de Flavigny Rose and Violet Pastilles
Hard Nectar Elderflower Candy Agates and Rose Otto Lollipops
Big Picture Farm Brown Butter Goat Milk Caramels in Daffodil Box

PLUS…
Poi Dog Lavender Ponzu
Red Poppy Rocks Glasses
Marimekko Floral Cocktail Napkins
Dot & Army Seersucker Cocktail Napkins & Tea Towels
Scribble & Daub Floral Greeting Cards

Last week, we highlighted all things lemon at CORK. Today, lemon’s citric sibling takes the spotlight. Here’s a roundup of all things orange available at CORK. Shop in-store daily from 11AM to 8PM or reserve online for curbside pick up.

ORANGE (aka SKIN CONTACT) WINES
Vino di Anna Palmento (Sicily)
Lourens Proefkonyn Skin Contact Chenin Blanc 2019 (South Africa)
Tre Monti Vitalba Albana in Anfora (Emilia-Romagna, Italy)

SOAPS, CANDLES & MATCHES
Compagnie de Provence Orange Blossom Hand Soap, Hand Cream and Body Lotion
Makana Neroli Blossom Candle

FOR THE BAR
Teaspressa Arcadia Orange Mimosa Cubes
Bitter Housewife Orange Bitters
Dehydrated Orange Wheel Garnishes
Viski Copper Barware: Shaker, Jigger, Strainer, Bar Spoon, Stemless Glasses and More

PLUS…
Ramona Blood Orange Spritzers
Nicolas Vahé Honey with Orange Peel
Chocolate Amatller Orange Filled Dark Chocolate Flowers
Dot & Army Seersucker Orange Striped Cocktail Napkins & Tea Towels
Scribble & Daub Orange Greeting Card