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Island Wines Summit: Sea Wines Without Borders, a brilliant tasting with Josep Roca
I’m at the Island Wines Summit in Tenerife. The first tasting, with Josep Roca, of El Cellar de Can Roca,
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New releases from new-wave Vinho Verde star Constantino Ramos
I’ve written about Constantino Ramos and his wines in depth before on this site. I caught up with him at
by jamiegoode18 viewsfeatureslatestportugalvinho-verde - news
How the Martini glass became more than the Martini
Think of a Martini, and what do you picture? We bet that it’s the classic V-shaped cocktail glass that immediately comes to your mind The post How the Martini glass became more than the Martini appeared first on The Spirits Business .
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Bitters, balance and the new era of Dry July
What was once viewed as the month of abstinence has evolved into one of the biggest opportunities in the modern drinks landscape. Dry July now sits at the centre of the rapidly growing no- and low-alcohol movement, with younger consumers increasingly seeking sophisticated alternatives to traditional full-strength serves. According to a 2025 Finder survey, 31 per… The post Bitters, balance and the new era of Dry July appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
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Canada’s Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys (9) Kismet Estate Winery
Website: https://www.kismetestatewinery.com/ There’s a great story to Kismet. Sukwinder (Sukhi) and Balwinder Dhaliwal moved from the Punjab in India to
by jamiegoode18 viewscanadafeatureslatestprofilesokanagan-valley - news
The June Issue of Australian Bartender is Out Now
The June issue of Australian Bartender has landed, bringing together the latest industry news, venue openings, bartender insights, profiles and business advice from across Australia and beyond. Leading the issue is a look at the changing role of bitters in the no- and low-alcohol movement. From page 12, the cover story explores how Angostura Bitters… The post The June Issue of Australian Bartender is Out Now appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
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Casa Spirits launches limited-edition RTDs with $20,000 giveaway
Two new limited-edition RTDs and a $20,000 cash giveaway form the centrepiece of Casa Spirits’ latest campaign. Australian independent spirits brand Casa Spirits is combining two limited-edition product launches with a nationwide promotion, offering a total of $20,000 in cash prizes as part of the rollout of Not Hot Toddy and Very Dirty Shirley. Built… The post Casa Spirits launches limited-edition RTDs with $20,000 giveaway appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
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Canada’s Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys (8) Burrowing Owl
Website: https://www.burrowingowlwine.ca/ Burrowing Owl is another important Okanagan winery. They are medium-sized (45 000 cases), but they are an important
by jamiegoode18 viewscanadafeatureslatestregionsokanagan-valley - news
Toasties, martinis and midnight negronis: Ravenspur extends its late-night offering
Ravenspur is giving Newtown’s late-night crowd another reason to stay a little longer, launching a new toasted sandwich menu designed to sit alongside Ravenspur’s drinks program – available until 2am Friday and Saturday nights until sold out. Known for its dark spirits, whisky-heavy back bar and cocktail-focused offering, the Enmore Road venue has introduced a… The post Toasties, martinis and midnight negronis: Ravenspur extends its late-night offering appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
by Alexandra Zinghini18 viewscocktail-listsfeaturedfeaturesnewsvenuesnewtown - news
Katharina Gessl, an exciting producer in Austria’s Wienvertel
Website: https://www.katharinagessl.at/ The transition to the following generation is often a challenge for Austrian wineries, especially where the kids have
by jamiegoode22 viewsaustriafeatureslatestwienvertel - news
Canada’s Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys (7) Black Hills Estate
Website: https://www.blackhillswinery.com/ Black Hills is a noted winery in Black Sage Bench in the south of the Okanagan, famous for
by jamiegoode16 viewscanadafeatureslatestokanagan-valley - news
ASI Vote on the return of Russian sommeliers raises questions
In late May, the ASI General Assembly was held in Taipei, Taiwan. Among the organizational issues discussed by the presidents of the national associations belonging to ASI, a motion to reinstate Russian sommeliers was unexpectedly put to a vote. Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, ASI had not issued any official statements regarding the status of the Russian association, and only in response to a media inquiry did it state that RAS is on hold. Now, in May, the ASI board proposed not to reinstate the entire association’s membership, but merely to allow Russian members to the next competition for the title of Europe’s Best Sommelier. This point was not listed on the agenda in advance and came as a surprise to many of the participants. Twenty-four members voted against, 16 in favor, and 8 abstained. As a result, the suspension of Russian sommeliers was extended at least until the next…
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World of Tequila Masterclasses 2026 – In Melbourne Next Week
Experience the Art, History, and Soul of Tequila. Step into the world of premium agave spirits with an immersive tasting and education masterclass, brought to you by Proximo Spirits. The World of Tequila Masterclass brings together tequila craftsmanship, cocktail culture and flavour discovery in an immersive experience designed for bartenders, hospitality professionals and agave enthusiasts alike. Backed by over 11 generations… The post World of Tequila Masterclasses 2026 – In Melbourne Next Week appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
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The Indonesian Rum Revival: Win an Immersive Trip to Bali with Nusa Caña
For centuries, Indonesia was one of the world’s great rum-producing regions. Its sugarcane, spices and island traditions helped shape a rich rum-making culture long before many of today’s better-known rum destinations emerged. Yet somehow, that story has been largely forgotten beyond its shores. Nusa Caña exists to change that. The Indonesian Rum Revival is more… The post The Indonesian Rum Revival: Win an Immersive Trip to Bali with Nusa Caña appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
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Celebrating 25 years of star Canadian winery Tawse, with Celebrating 25 years of Tawse with two pairs of wines, one current, one archive
Tawse, one of Canada’s top wineries, is 25. And last night, on my arrival into Niagara in advance of justing
by jamiegoode18 viewscanadafeatureslatestchardonnayniagarapinot-noir - news
Revela, where Mariana Salvador is making some exciting wines in Portugal’s Dão region
Revela is an exciting project that began in 2021. Mariana Salvador makes the wines for Textura, and Revela is her
by jamiegoode20 viewsfeatureslatestportugaldao - news
Celebrating World Gin Day
Grant Collins, owner of Gin Lane in Sydney, shares his favourite Martini variation, a serve he says he enjoys every year to mark World Gin Day, celebrated this year on 13 June. “The Montgomery Martini is famously associated with Ernest Hemingway and is said to have been inspired by Bernard Montgomery, one of Britain’s most… The post Celebrating World Gin Day appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
by Alexandra Zinghini18 viewsfeaturedfeaturesrecipesworld-gin-day - news
Canada’s Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys (6) Nk’Mip
Website: https://www.nkmipcellars.com/About-Us This was my second visit to Nk’Mip (pronounced inkameep), an important winery in the south of the Okanagan.
by jamiegoode17 viewscanadafeatureslatestregionsokanagan-valley - news
Canada’s Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys (5) Quails’ Gate
Website: https://www.quailsgate.com/ Quails’ gate are one of the most important wineries in the Okanagan, making top quality wines at a
by jamiegoode18 viewscanadafeatureslatestprofilesokanagan-valley - news
Suntory Cup 2026 State Finalists Announced
More than 430 entries from bartenders across Australia have been narrowed down to the State Finalists for Suntory Cup 2026, setting the stage for one of the competition’s biggest years yet. As Club Suntory celebrates 40 years of supporting and championing the hospitality industry, this year’s competition challenged bartenders to create a cocktail inspired by… The post Suntory Cup 2026 State Finalists Announced appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
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Luís Seabra Vinhos: impressive wines from Vinho Verde, Douro and Dão
Website: https://luisseabravinhos.com/en Luis Seabra is one of Portugal’s leading winemakers. He made his name as winemaker for Niepoort, before leaving
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United States of Blaufränkisch (3) Austria
Austria has more examples of Blaufränkisch in this selection than any other country, and this is fair, because it has
by jamiegoode23 viewsaustriafeatureslatestblaufrankisch - news
Champagne Michel Gonet: one to watch, if they aren’t already on your radar
Website: https://en.gonet.fr/champagne Michel Gonet have properties in Bordeaux, as well as their grower Champagne operation. They have a sizeable 38
by jamiegoode16 viewschampagnefeatureslatest - news
United States of Blaufränkisch (2) Slovakia, Slovenia, Czechia, Italy, Poland, Romania, Germany
The second part of this epic tasting of Blaufränkisch takes me to Slovakia, Slovenia, Czechia, Italy, Poland, Romania, Germany. Some
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