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Mixology Spirit: Marc Guskey
Black Pond Brews cares about family, community and crafting delicious beers & cocktails. The post Mixology Spirit: Marc Guskey first appeared on Litchfield Distillery .
by Litchfield Distillery22 viewsmixology-spiritnewsbartenderblack-pond-brewscocktailssaison - news
Can Japanese shochu follow in sake’s footsteps?
Hong Kong’s shochu experts weigh in on why the delicately minimal spirit has potential as the next trend from Japan. Rebecca Lo reports. The post Can Japanese shochu follow in sake’s footsteps? appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Rebecca Lo16 viewsnewsasiahong-kongjapanjapanese-shochurice-wine - news
A love letter to Gent
Paul Davies takes a trip around Ghent's bars and breweries. The post A love letter to Gent appeared first on Beer Idiots .
by Paul Davies23 viewsabout-beeridiot-s-trovebelgiumcraft-beerfeaturedghent - news
Vera hop excitement hits West Virginia
West Virginia Beer Roads podcast visited Weathered Ground Brewery recently for a tasting and discussion of the new Vera hop. It’s a hop that’s exciting and a beauty. Interviewed are Alexa Long, who is the East Coast sales rep for… Continue Reading… The post Vera hop excitement hits West Virginia appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy14 viewscraft-beernewspodcastwest-virginiavera-hopweathered-ground-brewery - news
Autumn Wine Adventures with Linganore: A Perfect Pairing
Ah, autumn! The air turns crisp, leaves explode in a symphony of color, and we find ourselves reaching for cozy sweaters and comforting flavors. What could possibly make this magical season even better? The answer, my friends, is Autumn Wine Adventures with Linganore! Here are some fun fall activities that become extraordinary with a glass (or two) in hand. Apple Picking & Crisp Whites Wander through rows of apple trees, the bounty of the harvest ripe for the picking. The crisp sweetness of freshly picked apples calls for a wine with bright acidity and just a touch of sweetness.... Read More » The post Autumn Wine Adventures with Linganore: A Perfect Pairing appeared first on Linganore Wines .
by Dena Purvis20 viewsfestivalshighlightednewsuncategorized - news
THE AROMA WHEEL: DEFINING THE AROMA IDENTITY OF SOUTH AFRICAN SAUVIGNON BLANC
By Dr Carien Coetzee In a pioneering effort to better understand and visually capture the aromatic complexity of South African Sauvignon Blanc, researchers from the South African Grape and Wine Research Institute (SAGWRI) at the Department of Viticulture and Oenology, Stellenbosch University, and Sauvignon Blanc South Africa, in collaboration with South Africa Wine and several […] The post THE AROMA WHEEL: DEFINING THE AROMA IDENTITY OF SOUTH AFRICAN SAUVIGNON BLANC appeared first on Sauvignon Blanc South Africa .
by Isabeau Botha17 viewsin-the-newsnews - news
VERSATILITY ON SHOW: FNB SAUVIGNON BLANC SA TOP 10 ANNOUNCES 20 FINALISTS AND DEBUTS AROMA WHEEL
South African Sauvignon Blanc continues to impress with its stylistic range and ageing ability, showcased by the 20 finalists from four vintages in this year’s FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10 competition and the launch of the country’s first-ever Sauvignon Blanc Aroma Wheel. From 167 entries by 98 producers, an expert panel led by seasoned […] The post VERSATILITY ON SHOW: FNB SAUVIGNON BLANC SA TOP 10 ANNOUNCES 20 FINALISTS AND DEBUTS AROMA WHEEL appeared first on Sauvignon Blanc South Africa .
by Isabeau Botha17 viewsin-the-newsnews - news
WhistlePig’s 30-Year-Old Single Malt Is the Brand’s Oldest Whiskey Yet
The whiskey was aged for 30 years and finished in Italian Vin Santo barrels. The post WhistlePig’s 30-Year-Old Single Malt Is the Brand’s Oldest Whiskey Yet appeared first on Bevvy .
by Bevvy28 viewsdrinksnewsspiritswhiskeyfeaturedwhistlepig - news
Try a Koji Negroni during Negroni Week, 9/22-28
Hot on the heels of the official launch of iichiko Saiten in Japan, Campari Japan and iichiko maker Sanwa Shurui have teamed up to push a “Koji Negroni” into your hand during this year’s upcoming Negroni Week, running from September 22 to 28. We once again visited the Ritz-Carlton Tokyo in Roppongi for a Koji […] The post Try a Koji Negroni during Negroni Week, 9/22-28 appeared first on Nomunication .
by Whiskey Richard4 viewsnews - news
Belgium Beer Week 2025 – lots on this weekend
Belgian beer culture is being celebrated around the world once again during the last week of August in recognition of its UNESCO’s designation as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity. […] The post Belgium Beer Week 2025 – lots on this weekend appeared first on Beer Idiots .
by Beer Idiots25 viewsabout-beerwhere-and-whatbeer-eventsbelgiumcraft-beernews - news
2025 FNB SAUVIGNON BLANC SA TOP 10: JUDGES IMPRESSED BY DEPTH AND COMPLEXITY
South Africa’s leading showcase of Sauvignon Blanc is underway, with no less than 167 entries from 98 producers competing for a coveted place in the 2025 FNB Sauvignon Blanc SA Top 10. Now in its 19th year, the competition presented by Sauvignon Blanc South Africa along with Top 10 title partner FNB and platinum partner […] The post 2025 FNB SAUVIGNON BLANC SA TOP 10: JUDGES IMPRESSED BY DEPTH AND COMPLEXITY appeared first on Sauvignon Blanc South Africa .
by Isabeau Botha26 viewsin-the-newsnews - news
WM Cadenhead’s: Scotland’s Oldest Independent Whisky Bottler.
If you’re a whisky enthusiast, chances are you’ve heard of WM Cadenhead’s – Scotland’s oldest independent bottler. Founded in 1842, this legendary name has built a reputation for bottling some of the most unique, and characterful whiskies available today. Image courtesy of WM Cadenhead’s Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your whisky journey, […] The post WM Cadenhead’s: Scotland’s Oldest Independent Whisky Bottler. appeared first on The Old Barrelhouse .
by Ross7 viewsnews - news
Why sake deserves a place next to wine in the beverage world
As sake develops a stronger following, are we doing enough to make sake understandable to the new consumer? Nimmi Malhotra attended a sake masterclass in Singapore to investigate. The post Why sake deserves a place next to wine in the beverage world appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Nimmi Malhotra19 viewsheadlinesnewsasiajapanjapan-sake-and-shochu-makers-associationpartner-content - news
Andrea Seeger: craft in the Black Forest
Andrea Seeger owns and runs the Craftbeer Lodge in Freiburg, Germany. She has been keeping the spirit of craft thriving in the Black Forest region by being one of the few outlets for brewers to sell their beers and also by creating a few collabs under the Beer Lodge brand. The post Andrea Seeger: craft in the Black Forest appeared first on Beer Idiots .
by Ahmed ElAmin20 viewsabout-beeridiot-s-troveblack-forestcraft-beerfeaturedgermany - news
Laphroaig Releases 2025 Càirdeas Lore Cask Strength
Laphroaig's 2025 Cairdeas release is Lore Cask Strength, an update to the classic Lore expression that's bottled straight out of the cask at 59.6% ABV. The post Laphroaig Releases 2025 Càirdeas Lore Cask Strength appeared first on Bevvy .
by Bevvy35 viewsnewsspiritswhiskeyfeaturedlaphroaig - news
The Drinks Trust reopens WSET bursary
The reinstatement of the scheme, which provides fully-funded training for drinks sector employees, comes as the hospitality industry grapples with recruitment and retention issues, with recent data revealing more than 80,000 vacancies across hospitality roles. The post The Drinks Trust reopens WSET bursary appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Amelie Maurice-Jones18 viewsnewshospitalityrecruitmentsakespiritsstaff - news
Sake moves beyond the sushi bar
As UK demand for artisanal sake surges, Akashi-Tai is showing how the drink fits into cocktails, cheeseboards, and fine dining menus alike. The post Sake moves beyond the sushi bar appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Sophie Arundel17 viewsnewsjapanese-sakelucky-catsakeversatility - news
Old Grand-Dad Releases Its 7-Year-Old Bonded Bourbon
Each year, Old Grand-Dad releases its 7-Year-Old Bonded Bourbon, which is produced from a single distillation season in accordance with the Bottled-In-Bond Act. The post Old Grand-Dad Releases Its 7-Year-Old Bonded Bourbon appeared first on Bevvy .
by Bevvy22 viewsdrinksnewsspiritswhiskeyfeaturedold-grand-dad - news
Jim Beam Launches Second Edition of Its Lineage Bourbon
Lineage is a new, limited-edition Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey that's a collaboration between Fred Noe and his son Freddie Noe. The post Jim Beam Launches Second Edition of Its Lineage Bourbon appeared first on Bevvy .
by Bevvy36 viewsdrinksnewsspiritswhiskeyfeaturedjim-beam - news
Japan’s rice crisis: how a table rice shortage is taking a toll on sake
Price hikes are putting strain on Japan's sake producers, many of whom are already feeling the pressure. But what, if anything, is the government willing to do? Eloise Feilden reports. The post Japan’s rice crisis: how a table rice shortage is taking a toll on sake appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Eloise Feilden18 viewsfront-page-draw-innewsasiajapanjapan-sake-and-shochu-makers-associationjapanese-sake - news
Event Report: iichiko Saiten Japan launch
Shochu giant Sanwa Shurui announced the launch of iichiko Saiten here in Japan on June 17, 2025. Part of the media strategy for the launch included putting on the ritz at Tokyo’s own Ritz-Carlton Hotel. As a member of the shochu media and personal fan of shochu, cocktails, and the Ritz-Carlton Tokyo, I of course […] The post Event Report: iichiko Saiten Japan launch appeared first on Nomunication .
by Whiskey Richard4 viewsnews - news
What is Soca Music?
If you don’t know what Soca is or haven’t experienced the vibe and energy at a Linganore festival before, here’s a little explanation from the soca King, Machel Montano. Watch the full clip here or continue reading below. Video courtesy of https://www.instagram.com/sprangintl/ Soca music can be best described as “jump up music”, coming out of Trinidad and Tobago, mixes East Indian rhythms with African rhythms and calypso to formulate this high-powered music. During carnival time we party or as we say FETE, we jump in the streets and soca music is definitely the driving force. Get your tickets to... Read More » The post What is Soca Music? appeared first on Linganore Wines .
by Dena Purvis21 viewshighlightednewsuncategorizeddrinklocalmdwinewine - news
Japan’s alcohol producers put on united front at the Kokushu Fair 2025
For the first time, the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association presented sake, honkaku shochu, awamori and other koji-based alcohols at a single two-day event. The post Japan’s alcohol producers put on united front at the Kokushu Fair 2025 appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband17 viewsnewsasiaawamorijapanjapan-sake-and-shochu-makers-associationjss - news
Sake vending machine comes to Japanese rail station
One of the largest private railway companies in Japan has launched a self-service sake dispenser inside its Tobu Nikko Station, with four different brands to try. The post Sake vending machine comes to Japanese rail station appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Sarah Neish16 viewsnewsasiadbasiajapannikkosake