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Know Your Beer: EBCU launches consumer education campaign on beer labels

Beer labels contain a lot of information. Some of it is required by law. Some is voluntary. Some is marketing. Knowing the difference is not always straightforward, and that is exactly what EBCU’s new Know Your Beer campaign is designed to help with. The campaign launches today at knowyour.beer, a free multilingual educational resource covering six […]

Sostenibilità da record: Bio Cantina Orsogna riceve la prestigiosa certificazione Plastic Free al Vinitaly 2026

La Bio Cantina Sociale Orsogna (Chieti), prima cantina vitivinicola in Italia, è stata insignita oggi al Vinitaly di Verona della prestigiosa certificazione Plastic free, per aver ridotto progressivamente negli anni l’utilizzo dei materiali plastici lungo tutta la filiera produttiva, in linea con una viticoltura biologica e biodinamica attenta all’ambiente e volta a salvaguardare la biodiversità […] L'articolo Sostenibilità da record: Bio Cantina Orsogna riceve la prestigiosa certificazione Plastic Free al Vinitaly 2026 proviene da insidewine .

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Maple Branch, Flix Frisco/Little Elm medal at 2026 Best of Craft Beer Awards

Image credit: Best of Craft Beer Awards. Two North Texas breweries have been honored at the  2026 Best of Craft Beer Awards  competition. Held in Central Oregon since 2014, and reported on here since locals were first awarded medals in 2016, the Best of Craft Beer Awards is billed as "one of America's fastest growing competitions." For the 2026 edition, the event drew 1,498 entries from 270 breweries, with submissions judged against  style guidelines  covering 58 beer and beer-adjacent categories and subcategories. Among this year's winners were Flix Brewhouse Frisco/Little Elm and Maple Branch Craft Brewery of Fort Worth. This is the first Best of Craft Beer award for the crew at Flix Frisco/Little Elm, while Maple Branch has now nabbed four medals at the competition. In fact, Maple Branch's winning beer, Raspberry Fields, has been recognized at three separate competitions, including the Great American Beer Festival (2022) and the Texas Craft Brewers Cup (2023, 202

Discover Top 10 Premium Wine Gift Baskets to Impress This Holiday Season

As the vibe of the holiday season approaches, the hunt of perfect gifts keeps all of us dunting. Finding a gift that combines elegance, indulgence, and kindness is like a challenge. To win the short we will take you to the world of premium wine gift baskets- an ideal solution for those wanting to na.. Read More

Understanding Rum

As more and more people visit our tasting room, they are surprised to learn that 30A Distilling Co offers multiple types of rum. We love rum because it is so versatile in cocktails and has so many different flavor profiles. In this blog post, we are going to shed some light on the different styles of rum. What is Rum? Rum is a type of distilled alcoholic beverage made from sugarcane byproducts, such as molasses or sugarcane juice. It is typically produced in countries with a tropical climate, including the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. Rum is typically aged in oak barrels, which can give it a smooth, mellow flavor. The aging process also causes the rum to darken in color, with longer-aged rums being darker in color than younger rums. Where do you get your sugarcane? Our sister distillery, Sugarfield Spirits in Gonzales, Louisiana, is only minutes away from sugarcane fields. Sugarfield has a relationship with the Lula-Westfield sugar mill in Assumption parish, and they

The Return (and Growth) of Champagne Georges Laval

The post The Return (and Growth) of Champagne Georges Laval appeared first on Dhall & Nash Fine Wines .

How to Celebrate Earth Day in Temecula Wine Country

If you're the kind of person who wants to understand what's actually in your glass and how it got there, we've got some experiences worth planning your trip around. The post How to Celebrate Earth Day in Temecula Wine Country first appeared on Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association .

A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 1015: Magnetic Hill and Grapes for Humanity Auction

Monday, April 6th: Tasted the following wines from Magnetic Hill Winery in Moncton, New Brunswick. They have a second label, Loose Wire. Magnetic Hill Terroir Generator Osceola Brut Sparkling 2022 (Osceola Muscat, also known as Muscat de Swenson, is a … Continue reading →

How Many Bottles are in a Barrel of Wine? A Guide to Yield, Oak, and Upcycling

Written by Martha Cisneros Paja How Many Bottles are in a Barrel of Wine? A Guide to Yield, Oak, and Upcycling Wine-making is a delicate process that involves several factors, and the vessel chosen for aging is perhaps the most influential “silent ingredient” in a winemaker’s toolkit. While the type of barrel used —traditionally French […] This post How Many Bottles are in a Barrel of Wine? A Guide to Yield, Oak, and Upcycling was posted on WineDivaa .

Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 4/12/26

Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the wine stories that I find of interest on the web. I The post Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 4/12/26 appeared first on Vinography .

Paso Robles Eastside vs. Westside Wineries: Which Side Should You Visit First?

Eastside vs. Westside Paso Robles: terrain, climate, varietals, and winery differences. Plan your route with this complete comparison guide.

Rosé Is Still the It Girl of Spring

Why Europe’s pink wines still set the mood, and why California’s Central Coast belongs in the conversation By Jamie Knee If rosé is still the it girl of the season, it is because spring gives her the perfect stage. Spring arrives in color and light. Gardens bloom. Afternoons soften. The table begins to move outdoors… The post Rosé Is Still the It Girl of Spring appeared first on Petite Wine Traveler .

Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers and Warsteiner Brewery Collaborate To Launch Limited Release Beer, Fest of Both Worlds

PRESS RELEASE / April 13, 2026 (Framingham, MA) – Two iconic, family-owned breweries, Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers and Warsteiner, announce a limited-edition collaboration beer: Fest of Both Worlds. Fest of […]

Robert Hall Winery’s Regenerative Organic Trial: A Summary and Wine Tasting

In 2021 Robert Hall Winery started an exciting vineyard trial intended to prove whether regenerative organic farming practices would succeed in the winery’s estate vineyard. Regenerative organic practices require organic farming as a baseline — requiring certified organic inputs and prohibiting the use of synthetic herbicides and pesticides. Additionally, it uses ground cover along with no-till in the vineyard and […] The post Robert Hall Winery’s Regenerative Organic Trial: A Summary and Wine Tasting appeared first on Pull That Cork .

Spring Means Simple and Balanced

In pursuit of the perfect spring beer and food pairings, Chef Adam encourages you to simplify—to take something off the plate—instead of over-working the pairing. The post Spring Means Simple and Balanced appeared first on CraftBeer.com .

Scenic Napa Tasting: Views, Vibes, and Photo Spots at Hill Family Estate

The post Scenic Napa Tasting: Views, Vibes, and Photo Spots at Hill Family Estate appeared first on Hill Family Estate .

PAINT AND SIP: Mother’s Day @ GLB Etobicoke

Celebrate Mother’s Day with us for our Paint & Sip event where you can enjoy a relaxing session of painting and sipping #FreshGLB. Date: Sunday, May 10Location: GLB EtobicokeTime: 1PMAdmission: Ticketed BUY TICKETS Join us for a fun and creative way to celebrate Mother’s Day at GLB Etobicoke for a paint session hosted by the lovely and talented Ariel [...] Read More... The post PAINT AND SIP: Mother’s Day @ GLB Etobicoke appeared first on Great Lakes Brewery .