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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
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Tout Pret Picnic 2025
Named Picnic, it smashes the brief for that purpose. Drink as is or give it a slight chill, you'll need a backup bottle once your friends splash it in their glass, that's for sure. Made with Shiraz sourced from Rutherglen, there is an energy and vibe here that calls for plentiful plates of food, big smiles and groovy tunes. Red currants, cherries, strawberries and a little earthy drive, you'd be forgiven for thinking it was a heavy Pinot Noir. Black pepper spices run a neat trail through the core with a little dark chocolate nib for good measure, not to mention a red apple acid crunch and zip. But there is no escaping its upbeat feels. For what it is, it's great stuff! 92/100 Region: Rutherglen RRP: $30 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
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Kosciuszko Pinot Noir 2024
If an easy-going Pinot Noir with a bit more depth is your thing, wander over this way and check out this Kosciuszko from Tumbarumba. A stand and deliver type - what you see is what you get. Plums, dark cherries and baked strawberries build a respectable fruit profile flanked by twigs, mushroom compost and woodsy spices. There is a composure here which I like, not to mention a persistent finish. It's not trying to be anything it's not, yet it delivers the goods with humility. Good stuff. 89/100 Region: Tumbarumba RRP: $32 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
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Tout Pret Brunch Fiano 2025
Rutherglen rarely makes an appearance on the Qwine tasting bench, so I was keen to get into a few from Tout Pret (pronounced too-pray rather than lazy Australian tout-prett). Fiano makes up this Brunch wine. Winemaker Lachlan Murray tells me you can drink it before 12 and after 12. Not bad! Clever labels, too, I might add, based on his Murray clan tartans. Yellow flowers, Tasty cheese, yellow peach and lemon curd aromas deliver a curious intro that builds a desire to keep going back for another whiff. There is some complexity and palate weight which ups the interest - yellow stonefruit, lemon curd and lemon juice sit front and centre. A green tea tannin-like texture builds fabulous momentum with a delicate lick of cinnamon spice wrapping it up neatly. It's certainly a wine that needs food by its side to sing, and I'm not game to top the winemaker's Brunch suggestion of a bacon and egg roll. Good stuff. 90/100 Region: Ruherglen RRP: $25 Source: Sample Winery Website S
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Waterloo Barrel Aged Gin Review
As mentioned in our review of the Waterloo No. 9 Gin, a few months ago, we were fortunate enough to attend an online tasting of three Waterloo Gin expressions. In this review, we’ll be discussing the last of this Gin trio, their Barrel Aged Gin. Here’s some information […]
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Kosciuszko Sauvignon Blanc 2026
Regulars to this site would know that Sauvignon Blanc is not my favourite friend, particularly those grassy, herby types. I'm pleased to report that this Kosciuszko sits on the tropical fruit spectrum and goes okay. Almost water clear, it delivers passionfruit, green melon, papaya and lemon juice. Some green apples try to emerge with a green tendril-like trait trying its best to get noticed, but that is shouldered away. Clean and cleansing acidity whips through with a little texture to pursue. What pulls it back is that the palate is clipped and does not reach as far as I hoped. A good drink no less. 88/100 Region: Tumbarumba RRP: $24 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
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The Fourth Amendment Walks Into a Bar: Federal Court Says Michigan’s Warrantless Liquor Inspection Law Is Unconstitutional. Your State’s May Be as Well
Every alcohol licensee knows the knock. A liquor investigator, police officer, excise agent, revenue... The post The Fourth Amendment Walks Into a Bar: Federal Court Says Michigan’s Warrantless Liquor Inspection Law Is Unconstitutional. Your State’s May Be as Well appeared first on Libation Law Blog .
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【 Review 】The Lucky Cat Double Individuals Choco & Luna
Hombo Shuzo Mars Whisky has released the latest addition to its Lucky Cat series. Here’s a look at the product’s flavor profile and details. “The Lucky Cat” is a series of blended whiskys crafted using Mars Whisky’s blending expertise, featuring a variety of unique cats as motifs. The “Lucky Cat Series” has been on sale […]
videoFatherTime Precious Batch Bourbon Empty Nester Strength "Fourth & Long" - Short & Sweet Review
Thanks to Jim Gaffigan for sharing his FatherTime Precious Batch Bourbon Empty Nester Strength "Fourth & Long" with us! It's a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey with a cask strength proof of 125.6, is non-age stated, and has a suggest retail price of $229.99. Welcome back to "Short and Sweet", where the reviews are (usually) short, and it's very sweet of those who share their whiskey with us! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Would you like t
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【 Review 】Kuju Single Malt Small Batch #01
Kuju Distillery in Oita Prefecture has launched a single malt small batch. Kuju is primarily made from sherry-cask-aged spirits. We explain its features, price, and how to purchase it. Kuju Distillery is located in Oita Prefecture. Following the release of “First” in April 2025, they launched “Kuju Sora.” This time, they’ve released a single malt […]
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How to Discover the Best High-Rye Bourbons for a Spicy Kick
Bourbon lovers know that the mash bill plays a crucial role in defining a whiskey’s flavor. While traditional bourbon contains at least 51% corn, high-rye bourbons use a significant portion of rye as the secondary grain. This results in a spicier, bolder profile with peppery and herbal notes that contrast beautifully with the bourbon’s natural
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
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SOLD... As New Digiboil 65 Litre (Gosford NSW)
<div class="bbWrapper">I have ended up with 2 x 65 litre Digiboil units. The one I'm selling is in As New condition, with the original box. It has been used only twice to heat sparge water.<br /> These are $259.00 new plus delivery from Kegland. I
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Crisp, Expressive & Distinctly BC: Chenin Blanc in Focus
Raise a Glass to BC Chenin Blanc
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World Book Day
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Whiscola
Elevate the classic whiscola with premium international craft whiskey. Get our step-by-step recipe featuring Poli Conclave from Italy and Olta from Mexico. This post Whiscola was posted on WineDivaa .
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CU Boulder’s Red Roofs, Green Lawns & Flatirons Create a Picture-Perfect Boulder Scene
There are few sights more iconic—or more alive with possibility—than the campus of University of Colorado Boulder on a perfect Colorado day. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures the heart of Boulder magic: vibrant green lawns, the warm glow of red-tiled roofs, and the dramatic Flatirons rising against the Rocky Mountains in the background. […] The post CU Boulder’s Red Roofs, Green Lawns & Flatirons Create a Picture-Perfect Boulder Scene first appeared on About Boulder County Colorado - Visitor and Local Guide to Boulder County Colorado .
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Is This Rum Worth Buying? Aluna Tropica Pineapple Rum Review
If you’ve spotted Aluna Pineapple & Pandan Spiced Rum on the shelf and wondered whether it’s just another flavoured gimmick… or something genuinely worth pouring, this one’s for you. I put it through its paces the only way that really matters behind a bar, not just sipping it neat, but actually making drinks with it. From first taste, it’s a bit of a curveball. You get that soft tropical pineapple straight away, but it’s the pandan that gives it a slightly creamy, almost vanilla-like edge,...
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Continuum
The Mondavis have been innovators in the Napa Valley for more than 100 years. A great winery in Napa, Continuum is the Mondavi family vision to produce world-class Cabernet as they have for decades. The Mondavis have a storied past in Napa. Cesare Mondavi brought the family to America, to wine, and to the Napa Valley. His son Robert, a visionary, possessed a passion for excellence and tireless ambition which transformed not only his family but the entire world of wine. Tim Mondavi, a virtuoso, from a young age came into the family business and blazed trails globally, developing wines of world-class quality. Now, he and his sister Marcia Mondavi Borger, along with their adult children, have created Continuum, They now produce a new wine, their ‘Sentium’ is a Sauvignon Blanc that is inspired by the Mondavi Fume Blanc. Winegrower, Chiara Mondavi, is leading this fourth-generation wine project. The wines were really good. I love the 2024 ‘Sentium’ (OB, 94) which is dense and heady with ser
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Three locals honored at 2026 National Homebrew Competition
Image credit: American Homebrewers Association. Three area homebrewers were honored tonight at the 2026 National Homebrew Competition (NHC), taking place this year in Asheville, North Carolina. Hosted by the American Homebrewers Association , this year's event drew 3575 entries from homebrewers located around the world. Submissions were then judged across 40 categories covering homebrewed beer, cider (and perry) and mead. Award winners from North Texas are summarized below. You can also click here to view a complete competition summary. Barry Forrest of Dallas. Silver in the Smoke-Flavored Beer category. Club Affiliation: Horsemen of the Hopocalypse . Karl Wayne King of Colleyville. Silver in the Strong European Lager category. Club Affiliation: Cap & Hare Homebrew Club . Jarrett Long of Arlington. Gold in the Specialty IPA category. Bronze in the Specialty Mead category. Club Affiliation: Horsemen of the Hopocalypse . Cheers and congratulations to all!
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48th Annual National Homebrew Competition Celebrates the Best in Homebrewed Beer, Cider, and Mead
Asheville, N.C. | June 20, 2026 — The American Homebrewers Association® (AHA), the national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the hobby of homebrewing, announced the winners of the 2026 National Homebrew […] Read More The post 48th Annual National Homebrew Competition Celebrates the Best in Homebrewed Beer, Cider, and Mead appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .
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Exclusive: The Wine Group Acquires ‘Phony Negroni’ Maker St. Agrestis
The Wine Group (TWG) has acquired St. Agrestis, the company behind the rapidly growing non-alcoholic ready-to-drink (RTD) Phony Negroni, chief marketing officer Helen Kurtz tells VinePair. TWG has not disclosed the transaction’s sum. In addition to the Phony Negroni — a non-alcoholic riff on the classic cocktail and the brand’s most popular product — St. Agrestis’s portfolio includes other zero-proof and alcoholic RTD aperitivos and Negronis. TWG’s purchase marks its first significant foray into the spirits sector, but Kurtz says the company plans to hone in on St. Agrestis’s non-alcoholic portfolio. The article Exclusive: The Wine Group Acquires ‘Phony Negroni’ Maker St. Agrestis appeared first on VinePair .