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videoBernheim Barrel Proof Wheat Whiskey: # 691
videoWe at Sugar Tit with #publicbarrel #jonesnmann
video5 HYPED Bourbons I’m SKIPPING in 2026
Are these bourbons still worth it in 2026… or just overhyped? There are a few bottles I used to chase every single year… but not anymore. In this video, I’m breaking down 5 hyped bourbons I’m SKIPPING in 2026, whether it’s because of rising prices, inconsistent batches, or just not living up to the hype anymore. Some of these might surprise you… and yeah, some of these might make people mad 😅 🥃 Bourbons I talk about: Booker’s Blood Oath Pact 12 Stagg Jr. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Bomberger's /
videoYou’ve NEVER Had a Drink Like This - Fairy Cream
Today we’re crafting the Fairy Cream cocktail a rich, indulgent cocktail that blends herbal intensity with silky sweetness. At its core is the unmistakable character of absinthe, layered with the smooth chocolate notes of crème de cacao (both white and dark variations), and finished with luscious heavy cream for a velvety texture. MERCH: https://booze-on-the-rocks.store 🛑 SUBSCRIBE HERE https://tinyurl.com/ycaj28uf Below are some of my favorite tools, books and glassware. Some of the links are
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Fidelitas
Here are the outstanding new wines by Fidelitas. Today we share the great wines of Fidelitas and founder Charlie Hoppes. Former winemaker at both Col Solare and Chateau Ste. Michelle, Hoppes has been crafting his own wines on Red Mountain for nearly two decades. I love how he has attention to detail on white wines from Red Mountain. Do not miss out on the sensational 2023 ‘Red Mountain’ Semillon (OB, 93) which has to be one of the best wines of its kind that you will taste in Washington. Learn more about the great Fidelitas lineup at http://www.fidelitaswines.com/ Here are the great new wine releases from Fidelitas. 2023 Fidelitas ‘Red Mountain’ Semillon- The 2023 Fidelitas ‘Red Mountain’ Semillon shows off a great core of macadamia nut, lychee and green melon on the palate. Medium to full-bodied, with excellent volume and underlying verve, enjoy now and over the next eight years. This will build nutty and earthy nuances as it ages gracefully. Drink 2026-2034 - 93 2023 Fidelitas ‘Red M
videoRobert Mondavi Winery's director of winemaking, Kurtis Ogasawara
Robert Mondavi Winery's director of winemaking, Kurtis Ogasawara, opens up about the historic renovation, what he's most excited about, and what guests can expect. Learn all about the newly renovated Robert Mondavi Winery: https://www.winespectator.com/articles/robert-mondavi-winery-renovation
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Coconuts & Carnage – The New Book by Seattle’s Justin Wojslaw
Many of you know that, in addition to writing books like Minimalist... The post Coconuts & Carnage – The New Book by Seattle’s Justin Wojslaw appeared first on Cocktail Wonk .
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DeLille Cellars
Here is the gorgeous new 2025 DeLille Rose (OB, 93). Today we share the beautiful wines of DeLille Cellars. I have known their director of winemaking, Jason Gorski, for more than a decade. His team makes one of the best overall lineups in Washington. DeLille sources from their estate, 20-acre vineyard in Red Mountain as well as premier vineyards in the Yakima Valley. I love visiting their Woodivinlle winery that even has views of Mt. Ranier. It has an awesome restaurant that is adjacent their tasting room with great bites to pair with their beautiful wines. They recently opened a tasting room in University Village that is a gorgeous spot to enjoy their lineup. Gorski and his team did a great job navigating 2022. They have been making what is consistently one of the finest Rose wines in the state. I adore the 2025 DeLille Cellars Rose (OB, 93) which has amazing flavor range and comes off dense and generous. Learn more about this fantastic winery at www.delillecellars.com Here are the gr
videoRock Island Year of the Dragon Scotch— Smoke or Char?
Still in Calgary, still finding deals at Kensington Wine Market. This Douglas Laing Rock Island Year of the Dragon (2024 limited release) comes in at 54.8% ABV, finished in heavily charred “crocodile” casks. First impression? Big, bold, smoky-sweet… but coming right after Big Peat, am I tasting the cask char, or just leftover peat on the palate? Anyone else tried this one yet? #RockIsland #DouglasLaing #BlendedMalt #ScotchWhisky #WhiskyReview #CaskStrength #Calgary #KensingtonWineMarket
videoItaly’s Emilia Romagna Wine Region
Emilia Romagna in northeast Italy produces rich red wines priced in the $20 range such as this Riserva Superiore from Celli Vineyards featuring the Sangiovese grape. The varietal pairs perfectly with gastronomic delights of the Emilia Romagna region and today we enjoy it with a hearty lasagna dish. #winepodcast #winelover #wine #sangiovese #emiliaromagna
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The Wine Industry Is Misdiagnosing the DtC Slowdown: Why Omnichannel Retail Changes Everything
Meeting the customer where they are is both physical and mental, and omnichannel retail feeds that need. Importantly, this behavior is no longer limited to...
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Hospital tests
Earlier this week I had to have a hospital test that was new to me. In order to find out why food stays in my stomach more than the normal 3 to 5 hours (gastroscopies and ultrasound have shown it to be there for over 16 hours after I have fasted), I was urged to have a Delayed Gastric Emptying Study (DGES). I am pretty sure the culprit will be the pyloric valve damaged at the base of my stomach by the operation I had ten years ago ( see here ), but this test was just to make sure there was no other reason for the hold-up. So last week, I made my way to the Nuclear Medicine Department of Guy's Hospital near London Bridge for my appointment there. The word "Nuclear" is scary enough. Would I glow in the dark afterwards? I had to present myself fasting and that included drinking no water either. Having to negotiate the hour-long journey from home to London Bridge - in morning rush-hour on busy trains without breakfast and not even a sip of water - was hard. On arriving at the Nuclear
videoGrillo : a White Wine Grape from Sicily
Italy contains a wealth of interesting white wine grapes beyond the Pinot Grigio recognized by consumers. Today we present a Grillo offering from Fina Winery in the Marsala region of Sicily. While Marsala is associated with the well known sweet cooking wine, it also is home to white wine grapes such as Grillo that produce dry / citrus toned offerings that reflect a Mediterranean character. #winepodcast #wine #italianwhitewine #grillowine #sicilianwine
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Sydney sommelier named inaugural Hawke’s Bay Wine Ambassador
The programme is designed to strengthen connections between Hawke’s Bay and the Australian wine trade.
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Peachy Canyon Winery Welcomes Cal Poly Graduation Guests and SLO Locals with $10 Wine Tastings
June 9, 2026 (Paso Robles, CA) — Peachy Canyon Winery, a cornerstone of the Paso Robles wine region for nearly four decades, is proud to announce the official launch of [...]
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Arila Gardens Moppa Saperavi 2024
If this Saperavi is posing the question, then a Bistecca steak laid over glowing coals is the answer. Just let the char, heft and primal swagger meet head on as you sit back and indulge. At first, on opening, it needed a little coaxing to come and play. Blueberries emerge alongside purple florals and a dried violet perfume. Give it some time and it unfurls like a silk sheet drawn slowly across a table. A fine thread of spice draws out quietly without raising its voice. Plums and blue fruits do their work in the background with a fine dried herb cameo. Voluptuous tannins add flex with their powdery texture as they dry out ever so gently. In all, it's not as expressive as the debut 2022 Saperavi from Arila Gardens that came across this tasting bench, but it's a most respectable drink and demands attention in its own right. 92/100 Region: Barossa RRP: $45 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and
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Afternoon Brief: June 9
TUESDAY, JUNE 9 TRENDING STORY Smoke Summit Discusses Winegrape Protection from Wildfire Smoke Spray barriers reduce smoke taint in wine grapes but must be washed off quickly after the air [...]
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My Sympathy to the Wine Writer and Wine Readers
Because it’s hard to inject novelty into the wine writing genre, when something seemingly new pops up in the world of wine, and the rush to write about it is understandable—writers working in this space CRAVE something that looks novel. This should not be taken as a critique of the profession or the folks who work within the wine writing genre.
videoAustria’s Kamptal Wine Region : Nearby to Vienna
Austria’s Kamptal wine region located nearby to Vienna sits 400 meters above sea level and houses some fabulous vineyards such as Nastl, producing crisp + dry white wines from the Gruner Veltliner grape. Mineral driven in character, Gruner Veltliner has become more prevalent on by the glass wine menus and can be identified in wine shops by the bright red/ white cap honoring the Austrian flag. #winepodcast #wine #winelover #grunerveltliner
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Curly Flat Williams Crossing Chardonnay 2025
A Chardonnay with spark and energy, it feels like it's been kissed by the sun and flame in equal measure. It's great to see the Curly Flat Williams Crossing back on the shelves again after a brief hiatus. The fruit sits in the sweet spot with dehydrated peach mingling with barbecued stonefruit. There is a flicker of flint and a whisper of struck match that cuts through a note of custard powder. You get a sense that it walks the tightrope of richness and indulgence. A twist of ruby grapefruit skims across the palate adding freshness and a skip to its step. But it's hard to miss that textural detail that carries this along. Like an enveloping blanket, the Mediterranean tonic feels hum along bringing a supple, refreshing and complex detail. Above all, it's easy to love and even easier to re-pour. Yes! 93/100 Region: Macedon Ranges RRP: $34 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
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Whiskey Review: Old Grand-Dad Bourbon
We’re back with another budget bourbon review, and this week we’re digging into Old Grand-Dad Bourbon—the standard 80-proof version. It’s been a while since we revisited this brand, and we weren’t sure if we’d tried this specific expression before. Old Grand-Dad is part of Beam Suntory’s lineup and belongs to their so-called “Olds Collection” (Old Crow, Old Overholt, Old Tub, and Old Grand-Dad). The mash bill here is 63% corn, 27% rye, and 10% malted barley, making it a high-rye bourbon. Originally created in 1882 by Raymond B. Hayden and named after his grandfather Meredith Basil Hayden Sr., this whiskey shares some lineage with Basil Hayden, another Beam product we’ve found a bit underwhelming in the past. At 80 proof and designed largely for mixing, Old Grand-Dad has some stiff competition in the bottom-shelf bourbon category. This review is taken from our episode "Star Wars (1977) / Old Grand-Dad Bourbon." Click the link t
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Kirkland Signature Chablis Review
A new entry into the Kirkland Signature line, from the same producer as the Premier Cru version. We review the ... Read more
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Inspiration Brewing Company is Coming to Elizabethtown
Inspiration Brewing Company is Coming to Elizabethtown Looks like things are going to get Funky in Elizabethtown again.... This time with a bit of Inspiration. No, Funk Brewing is not coming back to their old location. But - Inspiration Brewing Company - headed by Brian Mills, is coming to the old Funk Brewing taproom spot. [...]
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📺This is What 3 Michelin Stars Actually Feels Like | Inside America’s Most Famous Restaurant
A wall of DRC that thieves once stole on Christmas Day. The French Laundry cellar is unlike anywhere else, and I got the full tour from the Head Sommelier. Plus the story behind the infamous Christmas Day robbery that resulted in majority of the DRC and Screaming Eagle stolen from the cellar.