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Wiseman Brewing Beast Within Italian Pilsner

I am always looking out for Italian Pilsners (dry-hopped Pilsners), even when I am not. Recently, I saw Wise Man Brewing Beast Within Italian Pilsner at my local Total Wine. This is a 5.2% ABV Pilsner dry-hopped with Saphir and Spalter Select with a traditional Pilsner Base. This is supposedly the official beer of the … Continue reading Wiseman Brewing Beast Within Italian Pilsner

Steven Bartlett had three glasses of wine. The rest of us had a Thursday

Steven Bartlett had three glasses of wine. The rest of us had a Thursday

Armateurs de Rhum and Grain de Sail unveil a “Transatlantique” vintage

A collaboration between two Breton companies: Grain de Sail, which transports coffee and chocolate by sail, and the Saint-Malo bottler. An amber rum that has benefited from tropical aging (a blend of rums up to 3 years old) and dynamic aging (between 3 and 6 months in new oak barrels on the deck of Grain… Cet article Armateurs de Rhum and Grain de Sail unveil a “Transatlantique” vintage est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .

New data on supply chain sustainability cause of optimism

Crisp Malt’s Field Forward initiative has produced its first results — and they are a cause for optimism. New data from Field Forward reveals strong uptake of sustainable farming practices across its East Anglian grower network. There is widespread focus on soil health, biodiversity and input optimisation. Thirty-nine farmers from Crisp’s Grower Group completed the...

Shakara is aging under the Thai sun

This new Shakara product is made from local molasses, distilled in column stills, then aged in the tropical Thai climate in ex-bourbon barrels for 15 years. Tasting notes provided by the producer: Nose: Fresh and sweet at the same time. Aromas of salted butter caramel, mango, chocolate, beeswax, and cherry. Spicier and fruitier notes, particularly… Cet article Shakara is aging under the Thai sun est apparu en premier sur Rumporter .

Why South African wine is betting on premium over volume

Why South African wine is betting on premium over volume

Vasanti Estate Winery New Releases

This is your invitation to explore the new releases from Vasanti Estate Winery – where every bottle reflects their roots in the South Okanagan and their commitment to craftsmanship. Structured, cellar-worthy reds, each wine is estate-grown and thoughtfully made in small lots. Whether you are discovering Vasanti for the first time or returning for a ... Read more The post Vasanti Estate Winery New Releases first appeared on My VanCity .

🎧Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #23: Jun Kono President and Master Sake Brewer at Sohomare and Leo Lê Sommelier of Kappo Sono and Momoya

Sake is not a beverage we often cover on the podcast, but when we had the chance to talk to one of the great sake makers in the world, we jumped at the chance. In this episode we introduce you to Jun Kono of Sohomare, one of the world’s premier sake makers, and Leo Lê Sommelier of the great Kappo Sono in New York City and Momoya. What a treat to meet these two leaders in their respective businesses, and get to know them. As you know, sake is often called “rice wine,” but that is not the best description of it because the brewing process is so different and complex. And while many sake makers are trying to chase more accessible and fresher versions of sake, Sohomare is focused on making deep, complex, and elegant sake that is made to be eaten with food. We know you will learn a ton, like we did, in this conversation, and come away with a new appreciation for one of the most significant alcoholic beverages in human history. Send us a Text Message and we'll respond in our next episode! Co

Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Hokkaido Mizunara Oak: Second Distillery Reserve Release

Bardstown Bourbon Company releases its second Distillery Reserve: Hokkaido Mizunara Oak. This 109.3 proof, 375mL blend of 9- to 18-year-old whiskeys was finished for 28 months in six rare Japanese Mizunara oak barrels—crafted from trees grown in Hokkaido’s volcanic soil. The first release in the series was featured on 60 Minutes. The post Bardstown Bourbon Company’s Hokkaido Mizunara Oak: Second Distillery Reserve Release first appeared on BourbonBlog .

🎧Natural Wine RELOADED

Is natural wine dead? Or is it thriving? What even IS natural wine these days?! Most importantly, what's next for this multi-faceted yet misunderstood category? Helping us answer these searching questions are writer and winemaker Rachel Signer, journalist Simon J Woolf and wine producer Ben Walgate. We also indulge in a bit of impassioned debate between the two of us - this being a particularly provocative topic. (It's not every episode that moves Peter to use the phrase, 'complete bollocks', and Susie to say, 'cheeky middle finger', but here we are.) For example, did you know that the very term 'natural wine' itself is an unfortunate mis-translation? Are you familiar with, 'organic-PLUS' viticulture? Why hybrids may be the next big thing for natural producers? That natural wine is a philosophy, not a style? How the natural scene has influenced conventional wine? And the fact there's a new category of 'natural-adjacent' wines emerging..? Click on this link and use the code WINEBLAST at

Black Odesa, Felix Hart’s Latest Adventure

Peter Stafford-Bow does it again in his latest book, Black Odesa! You would think that after all the harrowing adventures Stafford-Bow’s character, Felix Hart, has been through he would relax and take it easy for a while. Well, he tried, but circumstances had other ideas. He thought life was grand, and then unexpected visitors showed up. That’s when everything started […] The post Black Odesa, Felix Hart’s Latest Adventure appeared first on Pull That Cork .

Sudden Intolerance to Alcohol: When “Just One Drink” Starts Making You Sick

You can drink the same beer, wine, or cocktail for years, then one day a small amount makes you feel awful. Maybe your face turns red, your stomach cramps, your nose stuffs up, or you break out in hives. That sudden shift is often called “sudden alcohol intolerance,” and it can feel confusing and scary. Some people describe these reactions as an “alcohol allergy.” True allergy to ethanol is uncommon, but allergy-type reactions can happen when the trigger is an ingredient in the drink. Either way, new symptoms after drinking deserve attention, because a few causes can be dangerous. This guide explains what may be happening, how to tell the difference between intolerance and allergy-like reactions, and when it’s time to get medical help or addiction support. The post Sudden Intolerance to Alcohol: When “Just One Drink” Starts Making You Sick appeared first on Nova Recovery Center Near Austin Texas .

How to Open a Wine Bottle Without a Corkscrew: Date Night Lifehacks

No wine opener? You can use a fork This post How to Open a Wine Bottle Without a Corkscrew: Date Night Lifehacks was posted on WineDivaa .

Weekly Cellar Round-Up

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 →

Let's Debunk Beer Myths: Guinness Tastes Better In Ireland

Nasce il Gruppo Giovani del Consorzio Lugana

Il Consorzio Tutela Lugana DOC annuncia la nascita del Gruppo Giovani Lugana, una nuova iniziativa pensata per coinvolgere le nuove generazioni di imprenditori e professionisti già attivi all’interno delle aziende associate e accompagnare l’evoluzione della denominazione attraverso visione, competenze e progettualità. Il gruppo riunirà 31... L'articolo Nasce il Gruppo Giovani del Consorzio Lugana proviene da oscarwine .

Current releases from Dão legend Antonio Madeira

I’ve reported on Antonio Madeira and his wines before in detail. He’s one of the most important producers in the