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Absinthe: Effects, Myths, and the Truth About Hallucinations
Absinthe: Effects, Myths, and the Truth About Hallucinations Absinthe has long been surrounded by mystery, myth and artistic romance. Known historically as La Fée Verte, the Green Fairy it has been credited with inspiring creativity, provoking madness and even causing hallucinations. Writers, painters and poets of the nineteenth century praised its intoxicating allure, while critics blamed it for social decline and mental instability. But how much of that reputation is actually true? Today, with better scientific understanding and greater historical research, we know that much of absinthe’s notoriety was built on exaggeration, poor-quality imitations and misunderstanding. Authentic absinthe is not a hallucinogenic drug. Its effects come primarily from alcohol, but its character and experience are shaped by a unique combination of herbs, aroma, ritual, dilution and preparation. That is the real story of absinthe. What Is Absinthe? Absinthe is a high-proof distilled spirit traditionally
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MUST: Solving Winemakers’ Equipment Challenges with Ingenuity and Quality Technology
Alex Mitchell found his spark for all things mechanical as a young boy ‘helping’ his dad fix antique cars and trucks in his St. Helena driveway. “My father had a [...]
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1689 Dutch Orange Gin
1689 Dutch Orange Gin (40% ABV) brings a 17th-century recipe back to life with vibrant citrus flavor. See tasting notes, perfect serves & reviews.
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Goslings Spirited Seas Ocean Aged Rum
Paul Senft reviews Goslings Spirited Seas Ocean Aged Rum in the "Angel's Share" section of the March 2026 issue of "Got Rum?" magazine.
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🎧The Wine Makers – Ramblin’ On
This week we talked about nothing… And everything. Harvest is upon us, so we are a bit tired, and punchy, which is evident in our dialogue. One of our favorite wine club members and his wife joined the chaos. RIP Dolly Parton & Tim Curry Follow @trickingoffainteasy thewinemakerspodcast.com
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49-year-old Napa Valley winery files Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The Napa Valley winery files bankruptcy to halt a foreclosure sale.
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Weekly Cellar Round-Up: The (Mostly) Bubbles Edition
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
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Virginia Wines Revel in Their Own Judgment of Paris
Virginia Wines on the International StageI first became acquainted with Virginia Wines at Wine Paris in January 2025. When my friend, Frank Morgan, invited me to attend “Old World, New Roots: A Panel Wine Tasting: Virginia vs France” scheduled for the end of June, I was intrigued enough to make my way to Paris. I’m … Continue reading →
videoEp. 2795 Ep. 15: Spain | Study Smart for your WSET Level 3
Welcome to Episode 15 of Study Smart and Episode 2795 of the Italian Wine Podcast with Gill Gordon-Smith. Ep. 15: Spain 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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Galaxy Forensics with A/Prof Dr Elisabete da Cunha | Astrophiz #230
Listen: https://soundcloud.com/astrophiz/elisabete230v Summary:“Galaxy Forensics and Evolution”Uncover the hidden histories of the universe in this Astrophiz episode ‘Galaxy Forensics‘, where we join Dr. Elisabete da Cunha to decode the starlight of the distant past. From her early days gazing up at the stars as a child in Portugal to becoming a world leader in extragalactic astronomy, […] The post Galaxy Forensics with A/Prof Dr Elisabete da Cunha | Astrophiz #230 appeared first on Astrophiz: The Astronomy and Astrophysics Podcast .
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Blueberry Lemon Spritz
I’m a simple and easy ingredients kind of girl, and this blueberry lemon spritz is the best example of that. It’s vibrant, not too sweet and never fails to impress!
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UK Energy Secretary Urges Pubs to Serve Warmer Beer to Fight Rising Electricity Costs
Across the pond, the UK secretary of state for energy security and net zero, Ed Miliband, has launched a government-funded tool aimed at reducing energy costs for hospitality businesses. The application’s advice? Pub owners should disable refrigerators overnight and monitor ovens. Registration for the energy and carbon reduction tool opened today, sparking a wave of backlash from business owners across the UK. “To be told to turn the lights off overnight really is groundbreaking stuff,” pub owner Andy Lennox sarcastically tells The Telegraph. The article UK Energy Secretary Urges Pubs to Serve Warmer Beer to Fight Rising Electricity Costs appeared first on VinePair .
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Raising Glasses Puyuma Renaissance Distillery Cognac Cask Rum
Raising Glasses Puyuma Renaissance Distillery Cognac Cask Rum. Renaissance Distillery continues to hold a near-mythical status among rum enthusiasts worldwide. Nestled in the lush, subtropical south of Taiwan, this small distillery has carved a niche for itself by producing bold, experimental rums. Long fermentations with dunder, Charentais pot still distillation, and tropical aging in Taiwan’s […] The post Raising Glasses Puyuma Renaissance Distillery Cognac Cask Rum appeared first on thefatrumpirate.com .
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Why the Beverage Bar Is the Most Underused Branding Tool at Events
Your Beverage Bar Is the Most Underrated Branding Opportunity at Your Event When event planners think about branding, they often focus on signage, stage design, step-and-repeat backdrops, or swag bags. Those elements are important, but there is one opportunity that consistently gets overlooked. The beverage bar. At most events, every single guest visits the bar […]
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What Is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)? Who It’s For & How It Works
IOP | Treatment Guide What Is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)? Who It’s For & How It Works Alpine Recovery Lodge Updated March 17, 2026 Intensive outpatient program guide An intensive outpatient program, also called IOP, is a structured level of care for people who need more support than weekly therapy but do not need […]
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The Rum Mixologist - March 2026
The Rum University brings us The Rum Mixologist, an array of articles devoted to the exploration of classic and new rum cocktails. The March 2026 featured cocktail is: Across the Pacific.
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Where to Watch March Madness in DC – 2026
Updated March 18, 2026 March Madness 2026 – NCAA Men’s Basketball Tourney – is upon us. First Four is Tuesday/Wednesday, but starts in earnest on Thursday at noon. Below are a list of spots to watch in DC. Only including places open for all (or virtually all) games, including the afternoon games. These specials are […]
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La prima volta non si scorda mai | Miles LIVE @ Brisighella Anima dei Tre Colli 2026
C’è sempre una prima volta e passare dal parlarci a distanza praticamente in pigiama a vederci live attorno allo stesso tavolo con anche un mini pubblico presente è stato bellissimo: all’inizio ero distratto dal contesto, poi mi è strapiaciuto. Sabato … continua »
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Big Nose Kate Whiskey: Honoring a Legend with Mel Heim
“Many great stories don’t come to life without great investors. Big Nose Kate has them in Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone.” The Wild West has no shortage of larger-than-life legends, but many of its most important figures have been overlooked or written out of history. One of those names is Big Nose Kate —a Hungarian immigrant, frontier woman, and survivor of the myths surrounding Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp. On this episode of Barrel Room Chronicles , host Kerry Moynahan sits down with Mel Heim , co-founder of Big Nose Kate Whiskey , to explore how history, myth, and modern craft whiskey come together to honor one of America’s forgotten icons. Who Was Big Nose Kate? Born Mary Katherine Horony, Big Nose Kate was no stranger to reinvention. She crossed oceans, survived the rough-and-tumble landscape of the Wild West, and stood shoulder-to-shoulder with gunslingers and gamblers. While her connection to Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp cemented her in folklore, s
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Phraya “Deep Matured” Aged Thailand Rum – Review
The top end release of the Phraya triptych of aged rums that is released by Sang Som distillery in Thailand clearly seeks to dominate the premium aged rum space in Asia, and proudly boasts of the 8 gold medals it has won in various spirits competitions from 2012 to 2024. The bottle is handsome to [Click here for the full review...]
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videoTen Year Old Bordeaux Blanc! 🇫🇷
2016 R de Rieussec Bordeaux Blanc from Chateau Rieussec in Sauternes. The 2016 will be difficult to find, search out current vintages. The 2023 is superb, expect to pay around $40 https://tastinglabjb.easy.co #bordeaux #sauvignonblanc #2016 #winebar #winetasting #winelover #winetasting #winetalk #winelife #mwlife #masterofwine #bobpaulinski
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【 Review 】SAB. OCEAN BLUE 1st BATCH
“Sabu.” blended whisky from Saburomaru Distillery A new limited edition from the series is now available.This is the third small batch whisky following SUNSET RED and NIGHT BLACK, the perennial products of the series. Saburomaru Distillery is one of the distilleries that produce and sell peated whisky under the slogan “The Ultimate Peat” and has […]
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Gin Styles & Gin Cocktails
Discover Gin Types & Cocktail Inspiration on The Gin Genie Gin is one of the most diverse spirits in the world. From classic London Dry gins to modern botanical expressions, different gin styles offer completely different flavour profiles. The Gin Genie explores these differences and shows how various styles are used in cocktails. Whether you […]
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