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videoEp. 2801 Ep. 16: Italy | Study Smart for your WSET Level 3
Welcome to Episode 16 of Study Smart and Episode 2801 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Gill Gordon-Smith. Ep. 15: Italy Study Smart for your WSET Level 3 is a new series of audio learning resources specifically created for wine students. This new series consists of 30 episodes, each focusing on a particular wine region, with the objective of equipping listeners with the knowledge and expertise they need to prepare for industry-standard courses such as WSET. With exam strategies and techniques also included, the "Study Smart" series is designed to help wine students achieve their learning objectives in an accessible and engaging way. This new series has been designed in partnership with the Italian Wine Academy (https://italianwineacademy.org/) , a Verona-based, internationally recognized wine school founded in 2017 that provides WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) certification courses and specialized training. The series is delivered by the acclaimed wine educator G
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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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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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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
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Kirkland Signature Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon – A $9 No-Brainer?
And now it’s only $8! You really can’t go wrong with this kind of quality at such a low price, we ... Read more
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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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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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Tom Rinaldi, Founding Winemaker at Duckhorn Vineyards, Dies at 77
By Tim Carl
videoLIVE Report about Whisky Live Paris 2025 | An Overview of 100 whiskies
I will go LIVE this Sunday, October, 19 at 8 pm BST (21h Heure française) to give you a report about the Whisky Live Paris 2025 show. This year it will be a LIVE show instead of a video, and will feature a powerpoint gathering pictures of the bottlings I have tried during this show, but also, at the end, some of the ones I did miss, that might pique your interest...Initially I intented to have a guest or two, but regarding the high number of whiskies evoked there, it’ll be difficult to keep up w
videoOn the Rocks| Las Vegas Whiskey & Tequila Tasting Experience
LAS VEGAS, ARE YOU READY? 🥃🌵 We're just one week away from On the Rocks, and VIP tickets are officially SOLD OUT. If you've been waiting to grab your ticket, now's the time. Use code OTR26 to save $50 off General Admission tickets before it's too late. 📅 October 2 from 7-10 PM 📍 Keep Memory Alive Event Center 🎟️ Limited General Admission tickets remain Plus, your attendance helps support Keep Memory Alive and its mission to advance research, treatment, and care for those affected by neurological diseases. So while you're enjoying incredible pours and unforgettable experiences, you'll also be raising a glass for a great cause. ❤️ Grab your tickets at www.totalwine.com/ontherocks and we'll see you there! 🥃✨
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🎧📺Redmon Wines Lisa Redmon Struggle Vino Lingo Video r
This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Lisa Redmon, Proprietor, Redmon Wines, Coombsville AVA, Napa Valley, defining the term “Struggle”. Learn more...
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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 .
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High Noon Launches Golf-Inspired Transfusion Vodka Seltzer as Its First Limited Flavor
Today High Noon is releasing High Noon Transfusion, a vodka seltzer inspired by the cocktail popular among golfers, the brand announced in a press release. The launch marks the first time the popular ready-to-drink (RTD) vodka seltzer brand has brought a limited-edition product to market. High Noon Transfusion, which is made with real vodka and juice and tastes like the classic grape-juice drink with accents of lime and ginger, is now available nationwide but in finite allocations in each market. The article High Noon Launches Golf-Inspired Transfusion Vodka Seltzer as Its First Limited Flavor appeared first on VinePair .
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Walter Scott Winery Inspires A ‘Signature’ White Wine
Plus: Reviews of their 2023 & 2024 wines and a deep dive with winemaker Ken Pahlow
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How to Discover the Best Toasted Barrel Bourbon
Toasted barrel bourbon is a whiskey that undergoes a secondary aging process in a specially toasted (rather than charred) barrel. This method, inspired by winemaking traditions, involves gently heating the oak to bring out caramelized sugars and rich, nuanced flavors. The result? A smoother, sweeter, and more complex bourbon experience. Toasted barrel finishes often introduce
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Triple Crown Pie: Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie for Derby Week
The post Triple Crown Pie: Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie for Derby Week appeared first on Cocktail Contessa .
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A Guide to Pairing Wine With Korean Food
An Oregon winemaker shares wines to pair with favorite Korean dishes. The post A Guide to Pairing Wine With Korean Food appeared first on Imbibe Magazine .
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Review: Ritz-Carlton Portland, A 5 Star Hotel Showing Both Greatness and Major Flaws
Bellpine is the Ritz-Carlton Portland restaurant which we had mixed experiences at. Founded back in 2024, I had been waiting to finally stay at the Ritz-Carlton Portland hotel. We had a four night stay there for some rest and relaxation. This was the first actual week off I had experienced all year and the stay had some definite highs and lows. In some ways this hotel is considerably better than The Nines, another great downtown hotel. But in other ways our experience at the Ritz-Carlton was actually worse than what we experience at The Nines. Considering The Nines is half the price and sometimes more than half the price, this doesn’t exactly exude value in being at the Ritz-Carlton Portland. Check-in was excellent and quick. You expect that at any Ritz-Carlton. Service downstairs was thoughtful and excellent throughout our stay. The valet which we utilized was also excellent. We checked in and then made our way to our room, located on the 12th floor. I decided to upgrade our room to a
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Belhaven Best Scottish Ale Clone Recipe
Mike brewed a Scottish-style ale inspired by Belhaven’s Best and his time in Scotland. This batch focused on low ABV, malt-forward character, and easy drinkability. It also marked a one-year reflection on that trip and previous attempts. Belhaven Best Clone Recipe Batch Size 3.5 gallons Grain Bill 86% Golden Promise Malt 7% Viking Cookie Malt […] The post Belhaven Best Scottish Ale Clone Recipe appeared first on Brew Dudes .
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Washington wine quiz: Can you get a Super(Sonic) score?
A longtime U.S. wine writer, New Jersey–based Dana Nigro joined Decanter in June 2026. Previously, she spent more than 25 years with Wine Spectator in New York City, where she started as news editor, then became a senior editor for the magazine and the digital managing editor—responsible for the website, social media and apps. She fell in love with wine while studying magazine journalism in New York’s Finger Lakes wine region, where she took advantage of the excellent wine program at Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration. As a result, one of her passions is Riesling. Another is sustainability in wine—from the vineyard soil to the winery buildings to the bottles (and boxes). While reporting on U.S. wine, Nigro covered topics such as the battle to legalize direct shipping up through the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Granholm v. Heald , the rise of women in California’s wine industry, and the evolution of West Coast winegrowing from its early sustainability certifications t
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Afternoon Brief, September 10
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 TRENDING STORY US Executive Order Severs Relationship-Building with BC Wine This escalation in the Canada-US trade war comes at an inopportune time, with the Okanagan attracting the [...]
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📺Bedrock Vineyard with Morgan Twain-Peterson
Bedrock The Bedrock Heritage Sonoma Valley 2024Link to the wine: https://www.winex.com/bedrock-the-bedrock-heritage-sonoma-valley-2024.htmlJoin Kyle and Powe...
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Mike and Matt Taste Appalachian Barrel Company Single Barrel Bourbon
Appalachian Barrel Company is not a distillery. They are rectifiers who source whiskey from other distillers. They are doing a very good job at sourcing their whiskey and bottle some very good bottles of whiskey. The company was founded by... Continue Reading →
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📺The Great American Wine Tour | Episode 3: Seghesio Family Vineyards
What can a 100-year-old vine tell us about the history of American wine?On this episode of “The Great American Wine Tour,” Keith Beavers and Alex Sarovich he...