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Hiatus Beers Non Alcoholic Pale Ale
These Hiatus Non Alcohol beers are the business! One of three in the range, this Pale Ale is an excellent alternative to the fully leaded versions in the marketplace. Full-flavoured, it delivers more than its alcohol-free status suggests. Jules Ryan is at the helm. With some serious brewing knowledge and experience after stints at Stone & Wood, Balter and Little Creatures, he saw a hole in the market that he has filled admirably with his Hiatus beers. Fine malt characters from SM40 and Voyager provide a more than respectable foundation while a blend of El Dorado, Amarillo and Cascade hops brings a swathe of vibrant tropical and citrus aromas. Full-flavoured with hints of guava and tropical fruits, a balanced bitterness keeps everything in check before a clean and crisp finish invites another sip. What I find most appealing is that this Pale Ale does not rely on sweetness to build the flavour profile, rather delivering a beer that is fresh, balanced and tastes exactly how a P
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Vin Sol Ignis Tempranillo 2024
We've got a smart McLaren Vale Tempranillo here courtesy of Vin Sol. Admittedly, it looked better after it had some time to breathe, so give it that chance to shine. An array of dark berry fruits greets you, but I'm all here for the cola, cured meats and blackberry jubes. Dried herbs add detail with a sheet of fine exotic spices, but you'll see it move into fifth gear beside tomato-based pizza and pasta dishes. A big thumbs up from me. 91/100 Region: McLaren Vale RRP: $27 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
videoMoules Frites Curry + White Bordeaux
Travels in The Berkshires led us to Cafe Triskele where Moules Frites Curry proved a perfect pairing for crisp White Bordeaux from Graves Region. Gracious owner Gilbert Clerget is a French native from Corsica who provides a warm hospitality vibe. #berkshires #cafetriskele #moulesfrites
videoIdóneo para #calor de #puertorico, un #vino #sinalcohol. Tómalo frío o con unos hielos tipo #coctel
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Tra Pecorino e Cerasuolo, l’eredità di Luigi Cataldi Madonna è (serenamente) in mano a Giulia
Le estati della mia infanzia passate tra Giulianova e il Gran Sasso a mangiare arrosticini a decine hanno reso l’Abruzzo un luogo in cui mi sento a casa. Purtroppo ho smesso di frequentarlo prima di iniziare a bere ma ho … continua »
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【 Release Information 】Ontake Distillery will begin shipping its Japanese blended whisky, “Hioki,” on March 23.
Nishi Shuzo’s Ontake Distillery—a distillery that never stops innovating—will begin shipping 700ml bottles of “Hioki,” a Japanese blended whisky named after Hioki in Kagoshima, starting March 23. Ontake Distillery malt × Hioki Distillery grain. And it’s affordably priced! Ontake Distillery, operated by Nishi Shuzo Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hioki City, Kagoshima Prefecture; President: Yoichiro Nishi), began […]
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May 10: Mother’s Day
It's Mother's Day. Get her a bottle of something nice. Maybe she'll share it with you. It's what mothers do.
videoJack Daniel's Boiler Hill Small Batch Rye is the Best Whiskey of the Year? - Short & Sweet Review
Thanks to Jack Daniel's for sharing the new Boiler Hill Small Batch Limited Edition Rye with us! With an average age of 10 years old, these 5 batches of limited high-proof ryes also include another batch from Boiler Hill, as well as two from Coy Hill, and one from Fire Brigade Fields, all barrelhouses used by the distillery. We're reviewing Boiler Hill batch 2, which is is 142.7°, while the other batches range up to 146.1°. These 375ml bottles are only sold at the White Rabbit Bottle Shop at Jac
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[Primeurs 2025] Un millésime « pied au plancher »
Le millésime 2025 rebat les cartes pour les vins de Bordeaux. Taux d’alcool bas, tanins élégants, stress hydrique sans stress thermique… Les vignerons doivent tout réapprendre pour en tirer quelque chose de beau, et ça a fonctionné ! Ils nous racontent ce millésime si particulier. Related homepage: https://snagitpro.com/ Lorsque la rédaction de Terre de Vins […] Cet article [Primeurs 2025] Un millésime « pied au plancher » est apparu en premier sur Terre de Vins .
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Wine Offers That Deserve a Place in Your Trolley.
Spain, Italy and South Africa all figure today. The post Wine Offers That Deserve a Place in Your Trolley. appeared first on MidWeek Wines .
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Craft Brewers Conference and CiderCon® team-up in 2027
Brewers Association and American Cider Association Announce Co-Location of CiderCon® and the Craft Brewers Conference® in 2027 Independent Beverage Alcohol Communities to Gather Together in San Antonio, April 5–7, 2027 Boulder, Colo . (June 16, 2026) — The Brewers Association (BA) and the American Cider Association (ACA) today announced that CiderCon® and the Craft Brewers Conference® & BrewExpo America® (CBC ®) will co-locate in San Antonio, Texas, April 5–7, 2027. The collaboration brings together two leading gatherings for independent beverage alcohol producers while maintaining the distinct identities, communities, and educational experiences that attendees value most. “Independent beverage producers are navigating many of the same opportunities and challenges, from evolving consumer preferences to operational pressures and innovation across categories,” said Bart Watson, president and CEO of the Brewers Association. “By bringing these communities together under one roof, we can cr
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A staggering statistic
About once every two months, I meet up for lunch with a group of friends I name The Birthday Girls. As that suggests, we meet up around the time when one of us has a birthday. Not necessarily the same week as the birthday even, but close enough that we all have a common date free in our diary. There are ten of us altogether, although not all of us can manage all of the dates. On average there are about 7 or 8 of us at any one time. We know one another going back decades and first met when our children were at nursery age. A few weeks ago saw such a meeting to celebrate L's birthday. She dropped the bombshell that she and her husband of over 30 years have just separated. About a month ago, another one announced she was separated from her long-term partner. It got me thinking that in our group: 3 are married still 3 of us are widows 4 are divorced or separated So in other words only 3 out of 10 are still in a relationship. That is quite a staggering statistic for such a small group
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Neptune Brewery marks new chapter with brand refresh
Liverpool-based Neptune Brewery is celebrating more than 10 years in the industry with a refreshed new look. The independent business has long been known for its trademark trident, making its vegan-friendly beers instantly recognisable in pubs and bars across the country. Since launching in 2015, Neptune has built a strong and dependable reputation in a...
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Decanter World Wine Awards 2026 Best in Show: Top 50 wines
The results of Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) 2026 have been published, revealing a global wine landscape that is more diverse, competitive and exciting than ever before. The world’s largest wine competition, almost 17,000 wines from 58 countries were blind tasted by 245 leading wine experts, including 63 Masters of Wine and 24 Master Sommeliers,...
video10 SMOOTHEST Scotch Whiskies You Should Buy
Smooth has become a dirty word, but this whiskies are so silky they need talking about! From the Highlands to Islay, I tackle the most hated word in Whisky and find the top 10 smoothest Scotch Whiskys which go beyond the boring bargain bottles and are well worth trying. Grain Whisky, Peated Whisky, Blends and Single Malts, all these whiskies can be smooth. Featuring Kilchoman, Glencadam, Signatory, Tobermory, Dalmore and more! Support via Patreon for early releases and bonus content: https://www
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Yeah Wines Cabernet Franc 2024
Begging to be shared, this Yeah Wine Cabernet Franc is armed and ready for casual gatherings and picnics where laughter is as free-flowing as the pours. Sourced from a Margaret River vineyard, scents of ripe plums, baked blueberries and blackberries get your attention with a suggestion of blackberry jubes. A threat of dried herbs weaves its way through adding detail with fine, dusty tannins building structure. What makes this wine so appealing is the flow between the fruit, generosity and restraint. Unpretentious and charming all at once, splash it liberally in the glasses of those nearby or just snuggle up to a glass or two on a lazy Friday night with Netflix riding shotgun. Clever stuff. 91/100 Region: Margaret River RRP: $35 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
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Boulder’s Sweetest Summer Solstice Treats: Ice Cream, Gelato & Summer Desserts
As the sun lingers over the Flatirons and Boulder enjoys its longest day of the year, the city takes on a special kind of energy. Families stroll Pearl Street beneath golden evening light, hikers return from Chautauqua with tired legs and happy smiles, and patio tables fill with friends soaking up every last minute of […] The post Boulder’s Sweetest Summer Solstice Treats: Ice Cream, Gelato & Summer Desserts first appeared on About Boulder County Colorado - Visitor and Local Guide to Boulder County Colorado .
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Yeah Wines Bringing Sexy Back Merlot 2024
If Merlot is your thing, this Yeah Wines release may just bring sexy back. It's got a bit of get up and go, some swagger, energy and lift. Give it some air and it will pay dividends, coaxing out aromas of purple flowers and blackcurrant paste. A concentrated flavour profile is spearheaded by plums and blackberries with a satisfying core of dark fruit. What elevates its appeal is its honesty, and that is evident on the label where winemaker Andrew Dawson simply adds, "unfined and unfiltered without much mucking about". Notes of fennel and licorice add savoury delight late, but of interest is a noticeable alcohol warmth that pegs this back a notch or two. Perhaps that's just part of the wine's untamed spirit? In all, this will find its people with good company and some backyard barbecue beats to celebrate its appeal. 89/100 Region: Blackwood Valley RRP: $35 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and&nbs
videoThe Gentleman & The Warrior Cocktail w/ Steph Curry
Our Mixologist Molly dropped by Steph’s bar, The Eighth Rule, in San Francisco and had the opportunity to share her new favorite recipe featuring Gentleman's Cut with the legend himself! The Gentleman & The Warrior cocktail honors Steph’s vast career on and off the court. Check it out!
videoWine in Glass Tubes 🍷
Wine in glass tubes have been around for a number of years. It’s sometimes sent to wine writers and critics. Its strongest market presence is in Bordeaux. Most are packaged in a 100ml tube. #winetasting #glass #wine #tubes #bordeaux #wineeducation #winelife #wineaboutit #winetalk #wineglass #mwlife #masterofwine #bobpaulinski
videoEp. 48 - Men’s Mental Health: Is Isolation Our Core Enemy?
Ep. 48 - Men’s Mental Health: Is Isolation Our Core Enemy? Loneliness isn’t loud.It’s quiet… steady… and for a lot of men—it’s winning. Join Jason and Bradford on the Porch as they sit down with Steve Jackson to talk about what’s really going on beneath the surface—why isolation, not weakness, is the real enemy of men’s mental health. This one starts easy… but doesn’t stay there. With pours of King of Kentucky bourbon and Leiper’s Fork bourbon, and a Padrón cigar in hand, the conversation moves
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A Review of my Water Tasting Classes in The Daily Pour
Amanda Paul wrote a review of one of my Water Tasting Classes in San Francisco, for The Daily Pour. The Daily Pour will be sponsoring a water judging called the Water Choice Awards later this year. I quickly realized our host was one of those rare people who moves through the world like an almanac, […] The post A Review of my Water Tasting Classes in The Daily Pour first appeared on Alcademics .
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How I Clarified the Ice Problem – Imbibe Magazine
For the 20th anniversary issue of Imbibe Magazine (to which I have subscribed all 20 years, and written for a few times), Wayne Curtis wrote a story on my work on and solution to creating clear ice at home. Among these was Camper English. A spirits writer based in San Francisco with a background in science, […] The post How I Clarified the Ice Problem – Imbibe Magazine first appeared on Alcademics .
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A Review of my Water Tasting Class in Coyote Media
Soleil Ho, the former SF Chronicle restaurant critic, attended one of my Water Tasting Classes in San Francisco and wrote up an awesome review of it for Coyote Media. The class was a particularly fun session, with two very opinionated bartenders in attendance. I don’t usually consider water in my daily life. I drink good […] The post A Review of my Water Tasting Class in Coyote Media first appeared on Alcademics .