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Behind the Cork™ - Montes Alpha Syrah
2022 Montes Alpha Syrah ($24.99) Montes — officially Viña Montes — was founded in 1987 by four partners with extensive experience in winemaking and viticulture: Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray, Alfredo Vidaurre, and Pedro Grand. Their founding goal was bold and transformative: to craft premium-quality wines at a time when Chile was largely known for high-volume, inexpensive wine production rather than world-class bottles. Montes didn’t just make great wine — it rewrote the story of Chilean viticulture. By insisting on premium quality, exploring new terroirs, innovating in both vineyard and cellar practices, and maintaining a deeply Chilean identity without reliance on foreign investment, Montes helped elevate the reputation of an entire nation’s wine industry. This Montes Alpha Syrah is produced from Syrah (90%), Cabernet Sauvignon (7%) and Viognier (3%). The grapes were macerated in the fermentation tank for 5 days, after which selected yeasts were added Fermentation lasted for 7–10 da
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Amber Beverage to distribute Ron Barceló nationally
An exclusive distribution partnership will position the rum brand to expand its reach across Australia.
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Two Midleton Very Rare against Two Bushmills
Midleton Very Rare 2003/2025 (58.3%, OB, Irish, Cask Circle, M&C Private Cask Selection, 1st fill bourbon, cask #20139) Midleton Very Rare 2001 (56.2%, OB, Irish, Cask Circle, M&C Private Cask Selection, 1st fill rum cask, cask #65877, 83 bottles, +/-2025) Bushmills 34 yo 1991/2025 (46.2%, The Whisky Blues & Abyss, 1st fill bourbon barrel, cask #11534, 137 bottles) Bushmills 33 yo 1991/2025 (49%, Whisky Pacific, 1st fill bourbon barrel, cask #11537, 183 bottles) Redbreast 20 yo ‘Small Batch’ (60%, OB, The Whisky Exchange, third-fill oloroso sherry cask, 2026)
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Bowmore 2007 ‘Gentle Giant’ (Passion for Whisky)
Although we never get enough of the recent wave of Bowmore releases, this one arrived exactly when I just published two or three others. So I postponed it a little. Anyway this Bowmore 18 Year Old gets the title Gentle Giant , because Stefan from Passion for Whisky is tall and looks a bit like a gentle giant. He chose this cask to celebrate his anniversary. Bowmore 18 yo 2007 (50,3%, Boogieman Whisky Society 2026, bourbon hogshead, 90 btl.) Nose: fresh and maritime, with kelp and crushed shells, wet gravel, minty notes and lots of bright citrus. Lemon juice and candied lemon peels, brine, maybe light peach as well. Not very peaty, there's just a light hint of tarry rope in the distance. Mouth: more smoky now, along with peppermint, more seaweed and drying mineral notes. Mid-palate a short flash of green mango and passion fruit appears, something we're always hoping for. Then also wet wool, more saltiness and lots of cold ashes. Subtle hints of grassy herbs and light resin too. Fi
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Lyre’s and Dry July mark five years of Cocktails for a Cause
As the non-alcoholic category continues to accelerate, the initiative will run throughout July across more than 50 partner venues.
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Certified Pommelier exam comes to Australia for the first time
Australia will host its first-ever Certified Pommelier exam this October as part of a nationwide cider education roadshow.
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HQ Build-Out: Episode 2
In this episode, I walk you through everything that happened in week one — the carpenter who knocked out the office and pantry build in about a day and a half, the wall repairs I tackled myself (manage your expectations), and where things stand on the whiskey wall.
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The Whisky Trail White Peak Distillery English Single Malt Whisky Review
Can a quiet Derbyshire distillery craft an English single malt that balances orchard fruit, soft smoke, and real drinkability? Here's what White Peak delivers. Read the full article at The Whisky Trail White Peak Distillery English Single Malt Whisky Review
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The Most Interesting Man Surfaces For Father’s Day
The Most Interesting Man in the World – most well known as the spokesman of Dos Equis’ ongoing “Stay Thirsty” promotional campaign, has surfaced for Father’s Day alongside the Grammy-nominated Música Mexicana band Fuerza Regida. In a promotional video called “The Most Interesting Origins”, the “The Man” interacts within actual archival footage of Fuerza Regida, […]
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Review: Frey Ranch Bourbon 10 Years Old (2026)
It’s easy to criticize “grain-to-glass” as a designation, but by any definition, Nevada’s Frey Ranch certainly qualifies. The family owned and operated company grows its own grains, then malts, mashes, distills, ages, and bottles all whiskeys on site. They even create their own “peat” via a home-built bioreactor, which accelerates the decay of farm-sourced organic… The post Review: Frey Ranch Bourbon 10 Years Old (2026) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
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Scotch vs. Bourbon: Everything You Need To Know Before Buying A Bottle
Scotch or bourbon—why do they taste so different, and which should you buy next? This guide breaks down grains, casks, rules, and flavor. Read the full article at Scotch vs. Bourbon: Everything You Need To Know Before Buying A Bottle
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Thatchers Zero, Somerset Cider, 0%
The Non-Alcoholic market continues to grow despite lagging sales in Alcoholic Beverages. Any Beer or Cider manufacturer without a product in the NA category is missing out. I came across Thatchers Zero Somerset Cider when up in Scotland recently & decided to give it a taste. Thatchers are easily available everywhere in the UK from … Continue reading Thatchers Zero, Somerset Cider, 0% →
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How can a bottle of wine become the invitation for Come Over October? John Boynton, CEO of Arterra Wines Canada, shares his insights
Introduction How can a bottle of wine become the invitation, slow down the moment, and create space for real conversation? Why does the wine industry need to look beyond wine itself to win back consumers? How can wine become more relevant to younger consumers? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with John Boynton You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll […]
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How can a bottle of wine become the invitation for Come Over October? John Boyton, CEO of Arterra Wines Canada, shares his insights
Introduction How can a bottle of wine become the invitation, slow down the moment, and create space for real conversation? Why does the wine industry need to look beyond wine itself to win back consumers? How can wine become more relevant to younger consumers? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with John Boynton You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll […]
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A small bag of cat-approved rums
Prata Alambique Magnifica 2 yo (38%, Cadenhead, Brazil, Cachaça, Malternatives Release, +/-2020) Renaissance 2016/2024 ‘Bordeaux Clouded Leopard’ (66.5%, OB, Taiwan, cask #19136, 90 bottles) Tahiti 2017/2023 (57%, S.B.S., French Polynesia, bourbon cask, cask #1423, 277 bottles) Papalin 5 yo ‘High Esters Overproof’ (57%, Velier, Jamaica, 2025) Cuban Rum 33 yo 1992/2025 (59.8%, The Antelope, cask #9207) HPDN 2000/2023 ‘LROK’ (48.6%, Precious Liquors for The Auld Alliance, Jamaica, cask #86, 219 bottles)
video90 Seconds with Chef Daniel Boulud
To celebrate the official opening of Daniel Boulud's newest restaurant Brasserie Boulud, we chatted with chef about food, wine, and all things garlic 🧄 Read all about the new restaurant opening: https://www.winespectator.com/articles/daniel-boulud-brasserie-new-york-city-restaurant-opening-wine
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Glenmorangie Lasanta 15 Year Old Review
Can one dram prove Scotch isn’t “just Islay”? Discover how Glenmorangie Lasanta 15 delivers sherry-sweet richness, spice, and balance for learners. Read the full article at Glenmorangie Lasanta 15 Year Old Review
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Where The Liquor Trade Sources
Fine Food Australia returns to Melbourne from 31 August to […]
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Old Pulteney Brings Out The Old In Old Pulteney
Highland-based Old Pulteney has released a pair of single malt whiskies – a 30 Year Old and a 50 Year Old – as part of the distillery’s celebration of their 200th anniversary. Old Pulteney 50 Year Old was matured in American oak casks with a splash of seasoning in a European oak cask, bottled at […]
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Review: Silverthorn Reserve Blender’s Art Bourbon 10 Years Old and Single Barrel Rye 13 Years Old
Drew Thorn spent more than a decade helping build Sagamore Spirit from an ambitious startup into a nationally recognized whiskey brand. As the company’s CEO, he played a pivotal role in guiding its growth and establishing its place in the modern rye whiskey market. From the beginning, Sagamore Spirit’s identity was rooted in the blending… The post Review: Silverthorn Reserve Blender’s Art Bourbon 10 Years Old and Single Barrel Rye 13 Years Old appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
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Cose grosse a Mamoiada
A metà maggio si è tenuta un’altra edizione di Mamojàda Vives , annuale appuntamento promosso dall’Associazione Mamojà dedicato ai vini, alle persone, in generale a questo spicchio di territorio della Barbagia, in Sardegna. Un areale che in una decina d’anni … continua »
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The Bourbons Worth Buying Under $50 This Year, Chosen By A Whisky Expert
Can bourbon under $50 still taste premium? These standout bottles prove you can skip the hype and still pour big flavor for everyday sipping. Read the full article at The Bourbons Worth Buying Under $50 This Year, Chosen By A Whisky Expert
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John Dewar & Sons Global Marka Elçisi Matthew Cordiner’la Röportaj
John Dewar & Sons malt viskilerinin global marka elçisi Matthew Cordiner İstanbul’daydı. Çok keyifli bir röportaj gerçekleştirdik ve viskide fıçı John Dewar & Sons Global Marka Elçisi Matthew Cordiner’la Röportaj yazısı ilk önce Meleklerin Payı üzerinde ortaya çıktı.
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Affordable Luxury
Would I pay £25 for a glass of Veuve Clicquot? Not if I could help it, no. Now that I think about it, I wouldn’t drink Veuve Clicquot if it cost £5 a glass. The only circumstance in which I can imagine drinking it is if it’s free at a work function with no fire […]