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Damm UK acquires Old Speckled Hen brands from Greene King

Damm UK, the British arm of Barcelona-based independent family brewer S.A. Damm, and owner of the Estrella Damm brand, has agreed to acquire the Old Speckled Hen family of beer brands from Greene King. The award-winning family of brands includes Old Speckled Hen, Old Golden Hen, Old Crafty Hen, Old Master Hen and Low Alcohol...

Mount St Bernard Trappist Brewery launches UK trade store

Mount St Bernard Trappist Brewery, the only producer of Trappist ale in England, has launched a new UK trade store and mailing list for independent bottle shops, pubs, bars and hospitality businesses. Using trade store integration from Breww, the UK’s leading brewery software management tool, the platform allows domestic trade customers to order cases and...

Party Punch

The post Party Punch appeared first on Princess Pinky Girl . I’ve been making this fruity Party Punch for just about every get-togehter because it’s the easiest way to serve something fun without fussing over cocktails. Made with pineapple juice, orange juice, Hawaiian Punch, and a splash of rum or vodka, it’s the perfect mix of sweet, tangy and bubbly thanks to a little ginger ale.…

The Last Train.

The Last Train. A while back I was making myself a pre-dinner Negroni as I am wont to do and I had a “let’s mix this up a bit” moment (as I am also wont to do) which took … Continue reading →

【Upcoming Events】Mars Komagatake Distillery Festival 2025 to be held on Sunday, May 18

The second “Mars Komagatake Distillery Festival” will be held on the long-awaited May 18 (Sunday)! (Headquarters: Kagoshima City; President: Kazuto Hombo) will hold the “Mars Komagatake Distillery Festival” to express our gratitude for your patronage. On the day of the festival, the distillery staff will hold seminars on whisky tasting, the Nijo Barley Project produced […]

Smart Wine Tourism in the AI Era: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Wine Tourism Experiences, Marketing, and Customer Engagement

The Great Wine Capitals Global Network is inviting wine tourism professionals, wineries, destination managers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to explore how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the future of the wine tourism industry in general, and what tools and approaches wine tourism businesses use today in their products and processes. The post Smart Wine Tourism in the AI Era: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Wine Tourism Experiences, Marketing, and Customer Engagement appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .

Wine Tourism and Seafood Excellence in Verona: L’Oste Scuro

Local Winner of the 2025 Best Of Wine Tourism Award for the category “Culinary Experiences” and People's Choice Awards, Verona's L'Oste Scuro pairs exclusive wild seafood with an extraordinary 1.100-label cellar. The post Wine Tourism and Seafood Excellence in Verona: L’Oste Scuro appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .

Three Things We Learned about Sicilian Wine

Sue and I recently returned from a trip to Sicily. We had a great time and learned a lot about the region and its history, the people and their culture, and, of course, the wines. Here are a couple of things we want to share with you about our experience. Sicily vs Italy Sicily is […]

Vino 2025, il report OIV: meno vigne e meno calici, ma il futuro è di chi sfida clima e dazi

L’Organizzazione Internazionale della Vigna e del Vino (OIV) ha pubblicato la sua panoramica annuale sulla situazione del settore vitivinicolo mondiale, presentando i dati relativi alla produzione, al consumo e al commercio internazionale nel 2025. La vendemmia trema tra clima e dazi, ma il valore del vino mondiale resta superiore al pre-Covid Gli ultimi dati mostrano […] L'articolo Vino 2025, il report OIV: meno vigne e meno calici, ma il futuro è di chi sfida clima e dazi proviene da insidewine .

André Chemin Champagne

This family-owned grower Champagne house was founded by André and Micheline Chemin in 1948 in Sacy, a Premier Cru village in the Montagne de Reims region of France. The house has remained family-operated for over 70 years and is currently managed by the third generation, Sébastian and Eva Chemin. They own 6.5 hectares of vineyards,…

Which Red Burgundies Are Dominating 2026

Latest Data Makes One Thing Very Clear The post Which Red Burgundies Are Dominating 2026 appeared first on Moncharm Wine Traders .

mesh Riesling 2025

One of my favourite wines to review. The story goes that Jeffrey Grosset and Robert Hill-Smith were contemplating buying the same vineyard at the same time, but instead of outbidding […]

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12x12 Woodstock Inn Variety Pack

Beers included: Pig's Ear Brown Ale, Lost River, Peachy Wheat Ale and 4000 Footer IPA Purchase date: 6 September 2025 Purchase price: $16.99 Brewers choice is always fun. Initial Impressions Woodstock Inn is the first one of my former accounts to be reviewed in this series. When I worked for Muntons, Woodstock Inn was a steady, if not particularly huge customer. They'd buy a pallet of torrefied wheat per month, and specialty malts including 40L Crystal and Chocolate Malt a little less frequently. I was excited to find this sampler when I was up in New Hampshire for Jamboree . Having the flagship Pig's Ear Brown Ale included also gave me a great commercial beer for my side-by-side with my Long Leash Brown Ale  Beer Reviews Lost River: Package date: 19 June 2025 Aroma: Sweet malt and some toffee. Appearance: Gold with good clarity. Thick, foamy white head with good retention.  Flavor: Non-descript malt flavor, light and grainy  Low hop bitterness and citrusy hop flavor. Di

Lyons Will Greenways Hill Gamay 2025

  The debut commercial release of the Greenways Hill Gamay comes from a new estate vineyard that is planted on the next ridge over from the winery. I must say, it's a glorious vista looking out to that vineyard from the cellar door. I don't have an up-to-date copy of the bottle pic, which has Greenways Hill across the front in large font, but you get the idea...  Planted 510 metres above in 2021 to eight Gamay clones to bring diversity and fill the palate, this is a juicy, slurpable thing that does show its youth. Having said that, strap in for a thrilling ride, because if this is the start of the journey, brace for where things are headed. Fine, with a greeny tinge on opening as a result of its youth, I can see this bringing the hype as the vines mature. Awash with purple fruits and blueberries, there is a delicate lick of Campari that oozes appeal. The mouthfeel is lacey which heightens its approachability, and particularly on the second and third day of tasting, those gree

Life After IOP in San Antonio

Recovery does not end when intensive outpatient care wraps up. Finishing an IOP is the start of daily life with new skills, new routines, and a plan. This guide explains aftercare, sober living, and support groups in San Antonio. It also points to relapse‑prevention resources you can use right away. The post Life After IOP in San Antonio appeared first on Nova Recovery Center Near Austin Texas .

Choose the Best IOP in San Antonio (Checklist)

Use this neutral checklist to compare intensive outpatient programs in San Antonio by level of care, weekly hours (typically 9–19), therapies offered, staff credentials, and aftercare. Learn how to verify insurance, evaluate reviews, and match schedules—including evening and virtual tracks—to your daily life. Start with credible directories and ask targeted questions so you can choose a program that fits your needs and budget. The post Choose the Best IOP in San Antonio (Checklist) appeared first on Nova Recovery Center Near Austin Texas .

[Longform] “Sembrava miele” | Il sapore del Vin Santo (fatto in casa)

Dario Nardini è docente di Antropologia culturale all’Università di Padova. Appassionato di vino da sempre, negli ultimi anni è riuscito a farne anche un tema di ricerca, nell’ambito di un progetto dedicato alle “economie informali” legate alla produzione, alla circolazione … continua »

Statistics on export value of whisky (2024)

In 2023, the export value of alcoholic beverages will be approximately 133.7 billion yen(99.5% of the previous year’s figure), with an annual downward trend from the record high of 2022. The export value of Whisky will be approximately 43.7 billion yen (87.2% of the previous year’s figure), and while the export value by category will […]

Charles Tobias, Pusser's Rum Founder, Passes

Remembering Charles Tobias: naval aviator, adventurer, and the man who brought Pusser's rum and the Painkiller to the world.