Beginning in 1854, he was the proprietor and editor of Cozzens' Wine Press, a magazine on the culture of wine. In its issues, which he ran until 1861, he particularly promoted American wines.
He started publishing Cozzens' Wine Press in 1854, taking on the roles of owner and editor. During this period, which spanned from 1854 to 1861, he showcased the advantages of American wines through the magazine's issues.