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Cooperstown Distillery’s Saratoga Fenimore Gin Stellar Rating From Beverage Experts (BevX)
We’re proud to announce the noteworthy rating and review of our Saratoga Fenimore Gin by Beverage Experts (BevX.com). Adding to our list of achievements, Saratoga Fenimore Gin has earned an exceptional rating of 4.5 stars, confirming our position as a pinnacle of quality and excellence in the industry. With meticulous attention to craftsmanship and an […] The post Cooperstown Distillery’s Saratoga Fenimore Gin Stellar Rating From Beverage Experts (BevX) appeared first on Cooperstown Distillery .
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More Big News: Now Contributing to Tasting Panel & SOMM Journal
More big news for The Dude, folks! I’m happy to report that I will be a contributor to two U.S.-based wine magazines: The Tasting Panel and The SOMM Journal (longtime 1WD readers might recall that I first penned an article for the then-recently-rebranded SOMM Journal back in… wait for it… 2014!!). You’ll start to see […] Source
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Sip the Sonoma Side of Serenity with Balverne Wines
Beautiful Notre Vue Estate & Winery, founded in 1992 by Bob and Renée Stein, is located in Windsor, California in Sonoma County. Consisting of 710 acres of which 250 acres are planted to 18 varietals and 350 acres are preserved as “Forever Wild,” the stunning estate encompasses the Chalk Hill and Russian River appellations. Wines […] READ MORE The post Sip the Sonoma Side of Serenity with Balverne Wines appeared first on Grape Experiences .
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Welcome to the World, Nine Lakes of East Tennessee AVA!
On March 24, 2026, the TTB (Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau) of the United States approved the Nine Lakes of East Tennessee American Viticultural Area (AVA). The new AVA is located in northeastern Tennessee, covering (portions of, in some cases) Anderson, Blount, Campbell, Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, Jefferson, … Continue reading →
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A Five Whisky Tasting & A What We’re Watching Mid-Year Update!
______________________________ Subscribe to the show: Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, Audible, or Google. Please rate and review the show on your favorite Podcast platform, and if you have any questions or comments, message us here, or send us an email at boozedancing@gmail.com. ______________________________ We’ve hit the BIG 5-0! And our gift to you, our loyal listeners, […]
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Sellar launches logistics arm
Sellar, the online drinks distribution platform, has formally announced the launch of its physical distribution operation. The company is operating a pilot that has been running quietly since December, and already has over 30 suppliers signed up. The supplier lineup includes some of the most respected names in UK and European craft beer. Scottish producers...
podcast· 12:22045 Think Less to Drink Less- How to Change Your Relationship with Alcohol Quickly
In today’s episode, I’m diving into a truth that took me years to understand: 👉 When you think less, you drink less. Not because you suddenly gain more willpower… but because you stop getting trapped in the mental loops that keep you reaching for a glass. I talk about how our brains fire off thousands of thoughts a day — and how those thoughts create emotions, and those emotions drive what we do next. Same situation, totally different reactions, depending on the thoughts we attach to it. This is why two women can have the same day… but only one ends up pouring wine at 5pm. I share how my own perspective has shifted over the years. Thought work helped me — but it wasn’t the whole picture. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is not chase the thought at all. Let it pass. Let it be. Let your body regulate before your mind spirals. I invite you to imagine your thoughts like clouds drifting across the sky. You don’t have to climb on every cloud. You don’t have to argue with them. Y
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Cape Winelands Highlights
Discover the essence of the region with our Cape Winelands Highlights, where every turn reveals a new layer of beauty, flavour, and culture. From the gourmet charm of Franschhoek and its iconic wine tram journeys, to the historic streets and vibrant café culture of Stellenbosch, and the artisanal experiences of Paarl, this is a destination […] The post Cape Winelands Highlights appeared first on Wine in the Cape .
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Michel Rolland’s India connection
The legendary winemaking consultant left an indelible mark on winemaking in India, pioneering the way wine could be made successfully in a tropical country with no winemaking history The announcement of the sudden passing of legendary ‘Flying Winemaker’ Michel Rolland […] The post Michel Rolland’s India connection appeared first on Ruma Singh .
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A toast
I have come to associate "barrel aged saison" with lambic-like beers. Many's a non-Belgian brewery has turned out beers described as such which had all the joyful sour and oak complexities of geuze. So when I spotted that Ballykilcavan had produced one, I had high hopes. We're not told much else about An Fheoir ("The Grass"), only that Chardonnay barrels were employed, and it's 6% ABV. There's certainly a geuze level of fizz as it pours, with an almost unmanageable amount of foam. The aroma isn't spicy like lambic, but it is interesting, with a hint of Chardonnay's (in)famous butteriness, a dry layer of clean farmyard straw and an odd-but-fun oily coconut waft. The oak is especially pronounced in the flavour, and it's not subtle. You get lots of vanilla and a generous spread of the butter. The saison has provided a clean and crisp base, but doesn't present much flavour of its own. There's no sourness, not that the brewery said there would be, and only the faintest Belgian-style spicing
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Public Coast Brewing releases Peach Cream Soda and StackStock Candy Cap Stout
Public Coast Brewing is turning 10 this year, and is kicking off the year-long celebration by bringing back weekly live music as well as releasing special beers that “are going to be celebrations of the fan and brewer favorites from the last decade.” The brewery starts things off with the … Continue reading
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Broken Shed New Zealand Vodka Review
I feel like we say this at the start of every Vodka review, but whatever, we’ll say it again… We don’t usually drink Vodka, but if there’s an interesting backstory or an unusual ingredient, we’re always willing to give it a try because you just never know. In […]
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Sliding Into Grace
The myth goes as follows. A venerable wine (most probably a red Bordeaux, and likely from the Left Bank) is brought up from the cellar, with all due reverence. It has been lying there undisturbed for decades, accruing dust, shedding tannins, mellowing into maturity, dreaming who knows what dreams. The bottle is opened, with infinite […]
videoEp. 2701 Ep. 18: La Puglia antica tra Greci, Bizantini e grandi vini | Pellegrinaggio Enoico con ...
Welcome to Episode 2701 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 18th episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 18: La Puglia antica tra Greci, Bizantini e grandi vini Want to dive into the stories and myths behind Professor Scienza’s new series, but Italian isn’t your thing? No problem! You’ll find all the conversations, translated into English, in the new Mamma Jumbo Shrimp book: An Italian Wine Pilgrimage: with Professor Attilio Scienza. Now available on Amazon (https://www.amazon.it/dp/8894686361) . A true oenological journey led by Professor Attilio Scienza in the company of Stevie Kim, winding its way across the peninsula, following ancient Roman roads, paths of faith, and historical itineraries. Genetics, morphology, climate change, and the concept of viticulture vocation come together to tell the story of our grape varieties and their inextricable bond with the territory. Expect amazing stories, random digre
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The Prison That Became a Distillery: Belfast’s Most Unlikely Comeback Story with McConnell’s Irish Whisky
Introduction Why do Irish distillers believe triple distillation creates a smoother, more refined whiskey? What makes a whiskey feel warm and smooth on the palate instead of fiery or harsh? Why does the Belfast origin of ginger ale make it such a natural pairing with McConnell’s Irish Whisky? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with John Kelly, CEO of the Belfast Distillery Company, responsible for reviving one of Belfast’s most famous brands, McConnell’s Irish Whisky. You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the […]
videoWine Review: 2025 Chateau Montlanderie Cotes de Castillon | En Primeur
▶️ Learn more about this wine and past vintages: https://www.wine-searcher.com/find/de+pez+st+estephe+medoc+bordeaux+france/2025?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=enprimeur David Allen MW reviews an en-primeur sample of the 2025 Chateau Montlanderie from the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. This is part of the portfolio of the Durantou family, who also own Chateau L’Église-Clinet in Pomerol,where David is tasting. David scores the wine 92-93/100. This hillside property is located just to the north of Castillon la Bataille, not far from the border with Saint-Émilion. Denis Durantou added it to his portfolio it in 2009; his daughters now run the Dyrantou properties after his passing in 2020. Merlot usually accounts for the majority of the blend, with the remainder composed of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The limestone soils here add a certain degree of salinity to the wine, 50 percent of which is aged in new oak. ▶️ CHAPTERS: 0:00 Introduction : Chate
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402: When Do Wine Tasting Notes Become So Over-The-Top That They Stop Meaning Anything? How To Sound Wine Smart with Marisol de la Fuente
How do our personal memories shape the aromas we recognize in wine? What incredible Argentine wines are people missing when they focus only on Malbec? Why do food and wines from the same region often pair beautifully even when they break the usual rules? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Marisol de la Fuente. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks . Highlights How did a student's memory of his grandmother help Marisol explain aroma in wine tasting? Why might an old wine remind someone of sushi? Why does Torrontés pair unexpectedly well with Argentine empanadas? How can molecular pairing create surprising matches like white chocolate with caviar? Why does Marisol say wine changes with age rather than automatically improving? What is the biggest misconception people have about aging wine? Why does Marisol believe Argentina is known too narrowly for Malbec? What does Argentina need to do better to show the world
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What It’s Like to Manage a Private Wine Cellar
Behind the Scenes at Vinum 55 There’s a moment that happens in every great wine cellar. A client pulls a bottle—perhaps something collected years ago,… Read more The post What It’s Like to Manage a Private Wine Cellar appeared first on Vinum 55 .
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RTDs vs Craft Beer in 2026: What Global Buyers Are Actually Ordering Right Now
RTDs have quietly become the most important category in global beverage right now, and if you’re not paying attention, you’re already behind. After spending the past few months on the ground in Taiwan, Japan, the Philippines, and Mexico, one thing is clear: shelf space is shifting fast. Retailers are prioritizing products that move, and RTDs are delivering the kind of repeat purchase and margin profile that traditional categories are struggling to match. At the same time, craft beer isn’t disappearing, it’s evolving. It’s no longer the volume driver, but it remains critical for differentiation and brand value. The distributors winning right now are not choosing between the two. They are building balanced portfolios that combine RTD velocity with craft credibility, and that combination is what’s driving real growth in 2026.
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Uniting the New Zealand Wine Industry at WinePro NZ 2026
Kia Ora, G’Day, Haere Mai, Hello! WinePro NZ returns in 2026, and now is the time for growers, winemakers and industry professionals to register and unite under one roof in Marlborough, the heart of the New Zealand wine industry. WinePro NZ 2026: Where the Future of New Zealand Wine Comes Together As the country’s largest […]
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Sip into Summer with the Teeling Frozen Irish Coffee!
As one of the most iconic whiskey cocktails in the world, when we think of an Irish Coffee, the image that most likely comes to mind is being nestled up in a warm pub or even a cosy evening at home, with that perfect comforting drink, sipping by the fire on a cold evening. But […] The post Sip into Summer with the Teeling Frozen Irish Coffee! appeared first on Teeling Distillery .
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2023 St. Emilion Complete Guide Pt. 2 Wines L-Z
2023 St. Emilion has a lot to offer fans of the appellation. The wines are ripe, vibrant, lower in alcohol than you find in recent vintages, with a gorgeous purity of fruit. And if you prefer fresher styles of wine, they can be enjoyed with little to almost no aging! The post 2023 St. Emilion Complete Guide Pt. 2 Wines L-Z appeared first on The Wine Cellar Insider .
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2023 St Emilion Wine Guide Pt. 1 Wines A-K
2023 Saint Emilion has a lot to offer. Of course, all wines were not created, but the best wines offer a beautiful expression of ripe fruits with purity, and elegance, vibrancy, length, and complexity, plus you can start enjoying them on the young side if you wish! The post 2023 St Emilion Wine Guide Pt. 1 Wines A-K appeared first on The Wine Cellar Insider .
videoCru Beaujolais to Age
Morgon and Moulin-a-Vent are two Cru Beaujolais that can age well, top examples can cellar for ten years or more. I recently live-streamed with Ezra Tan, a sommelier from SE Asia. Cru Beaujolais was one of the topics. Wine Tasting and Discussion with Sommelier, Ezra Tan from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia https://youtube.com/live/p6yon_2c8bM?feature=share #beaujolais #gamay #winetasting #winecellar #winelover #wineeducation #wineexperience #livestream ##masterofwine #bobpaulinski