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Ron Viejo de Caldas “15” Gran Reserva Especial (Colombia) – Review

Introduction Very early on in this gig, I came across an underproofed Colombian rum, the Ron Viejo de Caldas 8YO, bottled at a flaccid 35%. It was a product of Industria Licorera de Caldas (ILC), a distillery located in Manizales, a city in the department of Caldas, about an eight hour drive to the west [Click here for the full review...]

Lion outlines new artificial intelligence partnership

Lion has announced a new collaboration with OpenAI to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) at scale across its business.

Au château Clarke, le changement dans la continuité

Le groupe Edmond de Rothschild annonce un changement de gouvernance technique avec la nomination officielle de Fabrice Bandiera au poste de Directeur Technique du pôle bordelais. Ce dernier, qui supervisait déjà depuis 30 ans le château des Laurets sur la rive droite, prend en complément les rênes du château Clarke, la pépite médocaine du groupe. […] Cet article Au château Clarke, le changement dans la continuité est apparu en premier sur Terre de Vins .

AGW welcomes Government’s Code of Conduct response

Australian Grape & Wine has welcomed the Government’s response to the Senate inquiry into the Winegrape Purchases Code of Conduct.

Any Joy Pale Ale – Boundary x ASIWYFA 4.5% ABV

We’ve been on a lil streak of good weather recently and I found myself in Ballymena on Saturday with some time to kill before meeting pals. So, I did the first thing came to mind, hit Cellar 13 for a few craftybois to sit in the park with. Here’s a review of one of the […]

CAMRA Pub Design Award winners announced

The UK’s most visually stunning, lovingly restored, and historically significant pubs have been revealed by CAMRA. The Woodman, in Digbeth, Birmingham. Photograph: James O Davies CAMRA’s Pub Design Awards celebrate not only the UK’s best-looking pubs, but those which have been lovingly revamped or refurbished. There are also ambitious conversions, and buildings which have made a real […] The post CAMRA Pub Design Award winners announced first appeared on Beer Today . The post CAMRA Pub Design Award winners announced appeared first on Beer Today .

A few indie Blair Athol and various wines

Blair Athol 14 yo 2009/2024 (55.3%, James Eadie, re-charred hogshead, cask #307364, 307 bottles) Blair Athol 12 yo 2011/2024 (53.9%, James Eadie, for the UK, Cask Finish, refill oloroso hogshead, cask #369682, 244 bottles) Blair Athol 11 yo 2014/2026 (54.7%, Lady of the Glen, amontillado finish, cask # #303402, 214 bottles) Blair Athol 14 yo 2010/2025 (55.6%, Berry Bros. for Kirsch Import, Awakening Series, PX finish, cask #303337, 269 bottles) Blair Athol 11 yo 2013/2024 (55.4%, Watashi Whisky, Okane, 2nd fill Madeira, cask #311957C, 60 bottles) Blair Athol 10 yo (51.8%, Elixir Distillers, Macbeth, Act One, Household Series, Bloody Sergeant, bourbon and red wine, 2,800 bottles, 2023) Blair Athol 10 yo 2014/2024 (56.6%, Lady of the Glen, 1st fill bourbon, cask #302915, 220 bottles)

Lucky Choice: Imperial, Talisker, Springbank

At the recent Limburg Whisky Fair I met some Asian friends. At the same time some of them didn't manage to reach Germany because of the silly war and transport problems. Lucky Choice's Rafael was one of them, but some of his samples travelled with others and managed to reach me nonetheless.Recent bottlings include Imperial, Talisker and Springbank. Check their website for more information. 

Allied Blenders & Distillers Maintains Sustained Double-Digit Growth: Alok Gupta

        Sees huge potential in Aftica market Luxury Portfolio Driving Expansion Participating in MML segment Allied Blenders and Distillers remains confident of sustaining strong growth momentum across domestic and international markets, supported by premiumisation, expanding exports, capacity investments and a growing luxury portfolio, Managing Director Alok Gupta said in an interview. Gupta said the company continues to maintain its guidance of double-digit volume growth and mid double-digit value growth, driven largely by its prestige-and-above (P&A) portfolio. “Our focus remains on both value growth and volume growth. The momentum is absolutely sustainable,” Gupta said. He highlighted the performance of the company’s flagship whisky brand ICONiQ, which has crossed the 10 million cases milestone and is currently running at an annualised rate of around 12 million cases. The brand has also received approval from the Canteen Stores Department (CSD)

Tart Cherry Juice Mocktail

This deliciously simple tart cherry juice mocktail blends ingredients known for supporting relaxation and restful sleep for an easy way to wind down at the end of your day. It’s a quick and easy recipe you can enjoy hot or cold. This “Sleepy Girl Mocktail” is a simple, cozy nightcap designed to help you wind... The post Tart Cherry Juice Mocktail appeared first on The Mindful Mocktail .

Wednesday Women: Tamara Grischy on the rules and regions defining Australian wine

Australian wine is evolving, says Langtons’ general manager, driven by quality, defined by region, and reshaped by a new generation of drinkers.

ASVO appoints new Executive Director

Emily White steps into the role with substantial experience across the wine and agribusiness industries and a background in marketing and business development.

Last chance to enter Marie Brizard Cocktail Competition

Entries close tomorrow – get in now for the chance to win a $3,000 prize package and compete in the global finals in Bordeaux, France.

Rare Van Winkle Bourbon Sells for $80,600 at Auction

A rare bottle of Van Winkle Bourbon has sold for $80,600 at a recent auction hosted by Unicorn Auctions, marking one of the most significant American whiskey sales in recent years. The headline lot, Van Winkle 18 Year Special Reserve Bourbon ‘Binny’s’ Private Barrel Selection (2003), originally sold for just $113 in 2003. The bottle’s […]

Visual Wine Education: Everything You Need To Know About Grüner Veltliner

Distillery Spotlight: Côte des Saints Distillery, Mirabel, QC

Driving through Montreal in the spring is a frustrating experience – there’s construction happening on every other street, the traffic is backed up as you wait for the same stoplight for 3 cycles, and a single accident on the highways will have you sitting in stop and go for a very long time. But it’s incredible just how quickly all of that changes as soon … The post Distillery Spotlight: Côte des Saints Distillery, Mirabel, QC appeared first on Toronto Whisky Society .

Bere Rosa 2026: torna l’evento estivo dedicato ai rosé nel cuore della Roma antica con 120 etichette in degustazione

Edizione numero 15 per Bererosa: l’evento estivo dedicato ai migliori rosé italiani, ideato dalla rivista enogastronomica Cucina & Vini, torna anche quest’anno nei suggestivi spazi di Villa Appia Antica. Tra alberi secolari e vestigia della Roma antica, si celebreranno le grandi espressioni dei vini rosati italiani, fermi e con le bollicine, con un percorso degustazione […] L'articolo Bere Rosa 2026: torna l’evento estivo dedicato ai rosé nel cuore della Roma antica con 120 etichette in degustazione proviene da insidewine .

De beste champagnes voor zonnige zomerdagen

Ontdek de 6 beste champagnes voor de zomer. Van de stijlvolle Veuve Clicquot Rosé Cooler Pack tot de iconische Moët Ice Imperial: deze zomerse champagnes zijn perfect voor terras, tuinfeest, picknick, stranddag of een lange avond in de zon. Inclusief serveertips, Ice Champagne uitleg en cadeauservice inspiratie.

Japanese Whisky’s Age Statement Comeback Is the Most Important Shift in the Category in a Decade

Where This Started: The NAS Era and What Caused It To understand why Nikka Miyagikyo’s return with a 10-year age statement is significant, you need… Read More

Wild Tasmanian Gin Wins Gold at the Fever-Tree Gin & Tonic Awards 2026

There are many gin competitions around Australia and the world, but this one felt a little different. Why? Because this award was not simply about gin by itself. It was about one of the world’s most iconic drinks: The Gin & Tonic And we are incredibly excited to announce that our Wild Tasmanian Gin paired ... Read more The post Wild Tasmanian Gin Wins Gold at the Fever-Tree Gin & Tonic Awards 2026 appeared first on Bright Night Gin .

New branding for Liverpool’s Neptune Brewery

After celebrating a decade in the industry, award-winning Neptune Brewery is marking the start of its next chapter with a new look. The independent Liverpool-based brewery has long been known for its trademark trident, making its vegan-friendly beers instantly recognisable in pubs and bars across the country. Since launching in 2015, Neptune has built a […] The post New branding for Liverpool’s Neptune Brewery first appeared on Beer Today . The post New branding for Liverpool’s Neptune Brewery appeared first on Beer Today .

Norte Brewing and Food Hall opening in Wilsonville

Cerveceria Norte , a 2023 launched Hispanic beer brand, will open their first brick-and-mortar location in Wilsonville, Oregon as part of a mini food hall in a new apartments and mixed-use development. Norte Brewing launched in 2024 as the brainchild of Zoiglhaus brewer Nick Velasquez and brewmaster Alan Taylor. Norte was always intended to be it’s own thing, an expression of a community and a flavor sensibility quite separate from Zoiglhaus’s German and American beers. The creative direction largely came from Velasquez, who tapped into his Hispanic background to make beers that may fill a growing whole in local craft beer for the Latino community. But ultimately the relationship didn’t work out between Velasquez and Zoiglhaus, so they went back to the community for help and partnered with the Latino Network. “We are working on some stuff to keep it focused on the hispanic heritage behind the brand,” says Zoiglhaus brewmaster/co-owner Alan Taylor. “Getting a taproom and a place where w

Review: TX Whiskey Experimental Series Vino de Naranja

Fort Worth’s TX Whiskey has been on something of a tear when it comes to experimental releases, with new versions currently dropping multiple times per year. One of the latest is Experimental Series #15, which features two main components, both produced and matured on-site at the Pernod Ricard-owned distillery: 5 year-old straight rye whiskey bourbon whiskey,… The post Review: TX Whiskey Experimental Series Vino de Naranja appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .

Little Brown Dog Launches Aberdeenshire Single Malt 12 Year Old

Meet Little Brown Dog’s first permanent expression: Aberdeenshire Single Malt and see why it’s turning heads.