I get asked these questions. A lot. Particularly the vegan question. As someone very aware of my environmental impact, and who literally started a business to help inspire people to improve theirs, this matters to me, too. A lot.

The short answer: yes and no.

Its 9pm on a Wednesday, mid holiday season and you are in the fast, fun, friendly world of Target staring into the abyss of acrylic sweaters, plastic jewelry, and faux leather watches dreaming of a better way. It's great to gift that watch your boyfriend’s been eyeing for the past couple months, or the killer snowshoes your mom wants for her next winter challenge and beyond, but what about all the other gifts in-between? There’s the Secret Santa gift exchange at work, the stocking stuffers for your nieces and nephews, the neighbor who’s watched your dog for the past year when...

When the holiday gift-buying list (and the general to-do list of life) feels overwhelming… what do you do? It is so tempting to cave to convenience, but this season, we're asking ourselves at Redbudsuds:How do my buying choices reflect the kind, thoughtful world I want to live in over the frantic, consumer-based world clambering for my attention? It’s okay not to "do it all," but let's do what we can.That's why we’ve created this guide to help you match the best bar for the occasion. If you're wishing to gift Redbudsuds to friends, family, colleagues or coworkers this season, we hope you find...