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Joesph Magnus Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review
We sure seem to get a lot of Bourbon from the great state of Michigan to sample. Not a complaint. Just an observation. We say say this because the Bourbon we’re discussing in today’s video is from Holland, Michigan and it’s called Joseph Magnus Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Here […]
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Okanagan Valley Wines: Resilience in the Face of Adversity
It’s been a rough few years for British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley wine producers. A region once defined by boundless promise is now navigating a new normal marked by climate volatility, crop loss, and uncertainty. And yet, in the glass, hope still speaks and often very eloquently. I recently sat down to taste a handful of wines from two premiere Okanagan wineries. They reinforced an already firmly held conviction of just how important this region is to Canada’s fine wine landscape. But first, let’s talk about the storm the industry is weathering. Fire, Deep Freezes, and the Fight to Survive The Okanagan has endured a brutal string of vintages. It started with the catastrophic 2021 wildfires. That summer, blazes tore through the South Okanagan, shutting down tasting rooms and threatening livelihoods. The aftermath was equally devastating. Many 2021 wines showed clear signs of smoke taint, forcing wineries to declassify or discard entire cuvées. Some producers skipped bottling altogethe
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Cambridge Dry Gin Review
A Touch of Genius As one of England and the World’s top universities, Cambridge has been the crucible for countless brilliant scientific breakthroughs from across such fields as chemistry, biology and medicine, but now to this distinguished city’s list of achievements we can now add a touch of genius in the art of gin distillation. […] The post Cambridge Dry Gin Review appeared first on Gin Blog .
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Niepoort and the New Portugal
Exploring Niepoort’s Portuguese dry wine, their love of indigenous grapes, and the future of a wine powerhouse. Mention Portuguese wine, and most enthusiasts today will nod knowingly — Vinho Verde for crisp whites, Alentejo for bold reds, Dão and Bairrada for structure and ageability. Portugal has long shaken off its one-dimensional “Port-only” image. But how did this transformation happen? One of the most fascinating ways to trace Portugal’s wine renaissance is through the impressive evolution of one of its historic Port houses: Niepoort. Over the past three decades, Niepoort has risen from a respected producer of traditional fortified wines into one of the country’s most admired names in dry, table wines. Their story, from early risks, to region-hopping, championing indigenous grapes, and a dogged pursuit of freshness, mirrors the broader shift that has propelled Portugal to new heights in recent years. From Port to Portugal’s Wine Vanguard Founded in 1842, Niepoort was long respecte
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The Macallan Rare Cask 2023 Release Review
One of us is fortunate enough to have co-workers that appreciate the work they do. In fact, he is so highly appreciated that he occasionally gets bottles of pricey whisky as a thank you for his efforts. The other of us may not get gifts from co-workers, but […]
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Farming with Philosophy: Johan Reyneke on Biodynamics & South African Wine
What happens when you mix philosophy with farming? You get Johan Reyneke — one of South Africa’s true pioneers in organic and biodynamic viticulture. In my latest YouTube interview, I sit down with Johan in Montreal to talk about his fascinating journey from philosophy student to vineyard labourer, and ultimately, to founder of Reyneke Wines — South Africa’s first certified biodynamic winery. Johan shares how reading thinkers like Thoreau and Arne Næss — and grappling with the philosophical tensions between development and nature — led him to question the conventional, chemical-heavy farming practices he encountered early on. His solution? A vineyard guided by ethics, ecology, and self-sufficiency. We dig into the practical side too — from using ducks and cattle as natural pest and weed control, to the challenges of going organic in the early ’90s, when few around him even knew what that meant. Johan also introduces Reyneke’s newly redesigned, lower-carbon-footprint wine packaging — a
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Whisky Review: Bearface Triple Oak Elementally Aged Canadian Whisky 7 Year Old
We review a 7 Year Old Canadian whisky from Bearface, "elementally aged" for 7 years before bottling at 42.5% ABV. Read the full article at Whisky Review: Bearface Triple Oak Elementally Aged Canadian Whisky 7 Year Old
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Whisky Review: Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch
We review Aberfeldy 12 Year Old. It's the flagship single malt from this Highland distillery, and the core malt of many Dewar's blends. Read the full article at Whisky Review: Aberfeldy 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch
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Thatcher’s Hibiscus Liqueur Review
A few month’s ago, we received an email from Evins Communications about all of the interesting and boozy products that their clients have recently released. The Hibiscus Liqueur that we’ll be discussing in today’s video is made by Michigan’s Thatcher’s Organic Artisan Spirits. Here are more than a […]
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Klaus: Setting the Gold Standard in Cannabis Beverages
One day, while Warren Bobrow, famously known as “The Cocktail Whisperer,” was enjoying a drink, an idea struck him that would change his whole career. For years, he had perfected the skill of creating cocktails, becoming a renowned mixologist with an extensive knowledge of spirits and taste. However, at that instant, he understood that the future […]
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Let’s Talk for a Moment About Edibles
I’ve just returned from a few days’ trip out to the West Coast for business, and my two visits to dispensaries were both enlightening and concerning. First of all, the concerning part, but mostly from a cost perspective, what they are made of. Well, there really isn’t any way to tell what’s in there- aside from the marketing descriptions and the catch […]
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Wine Terms You Pretend to Know (But Don’t): A 3-Part Series
Let’s be honest—wine terminology can be confusing. In fact, some wine vocabulary is so esoteric and contensious that even connoisseurs argue about its meaning. Whether you’re new to wine or just faking your way through tastings, you’re not alone. In this 3-part wine education video series, I (Jacky Blisson, Master of Wine) break down the most misunderstood wine tasting terms and explain them in clear, no-nonsense language. If you’ve ever wondered what people really mean when they talk about grippy tannins, or a firm structure, or high volatile acidity, these short videos are for you. And, if you want to boost your wine language skills, check out my nerdy little guide to tannins descriptors and my explanation of why acidity in wine matters. Episode 1: The Classics of Wine Tasting Learn the basics: acidity, body, texture, tannins, and finish—what they are, how to recognize them, and why they matter. Episode 2: The Fancy-Sounding Jargon We’re decoding structure, balance, complexity, terro
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Espresso Martini at Taverna Restaurant Bar Mexico City
https://youtube.com/shorts/MnIAsL9gNuY Espresso Martini Time 🍸 The Mexico City Bar Crawl starts now at Taverna Restaurant with the talented Jukari making us an Espresso Martini variation featuring fresh espresso, salt, coffee liqueur, amaro, and mezcal! Taverna is an absolutely stunning space with AMAZING food and drinks! Pro tip they have a great mezcal selection & all […]
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Hellyers Road
If you’ve kept an eye on the Australian whisky industry over the last five years or so, you’ll be aware of huge, dynamic change. We’ve seen more than 30 new distilleries bring their debut release to market. We’ve seen large-scale distilling emerge, and we’ve seen corporate and investment money now backing many distilleries. We’ve also … Continue reading "Hellyers Road" The post Hellyers Road appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Iniquity Gold, Batch 008
I’m often asked, “Which do you think is the best Australian whisky”? It’s a difficult question to answer, although I had a fair crack at answering it in this article here. One of the problems in answering the question is that it can depend on how much you’re comfortable spending? Ask me what is the … Continue reading "Iniquity Gold, Batch 008" The post Iniquity Gold, Batch 008 appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Organic Wine Values & Top, Recently Tasted Picks
Twenty years ago, when I first started out in the wine trade, organic wines were a rare find. In viticulture classes, I was taught the importance of regular chemical fungicide spraying regimes. Vines were carefully tended to pristine, bare soils with nary a weed in sight. Organic wines were the provenance of a handful of small-scale, premium wineries—or they were PR vehicles for larger producers that, more often than not tasted tart, lean, and vegetal. Fast forward to today, and it’s a whole different story. Organic wine has gone from niche to mainstream, with great options at every price point. Consumer demand has played a big role, but so have advances in vineyard management, making organic farming more viable even in regions that once relied heavily on conventional methods. However, organic doesn’t necessarily equate to environmentally perfect. For most organic wine producers, controlling fungal diseases without synthetic treatments generally means a heavy reliance on copper-based s
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Why Flavor is important – Dreaming in flavor, one sip at a time.
I’m fortunate to have a photographic memory for tastes and scents. This helps me in mixology because I’m influenced not by fast food flavors, but ones on a global basis. You see, when one spends a good amount of time traveling and not eating in American hotels, you tend to learn something about flavor and […]
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Ardbeg Eureka
It’s been an interesting few years for Ardbeg. The core range continues to grow with new insertions at the affordable end (e.g. the Wee Beastie) and interesting additions at the premium end such as the limited edition 19yo Traigh Bhan batches, the 25yo, and curiosities like Heavy Vapours and Fermutation. While Ardbeg will always have … Continue reading "Ardbeg Eureka" The post Ardbeg Eureka appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Golden Cap Dorset Gin Review
A Jurassic Juniper Jolt … Named after the highest point along the much visited stretch of our southern coastline, this is truly a classic London Dry and another much appreciated find from our Gin Scouts, Bill and Lesley, who brought it back from a pre-Christmas rendezvous with family and friends. With a couple of regular […] The post Golden Cap Dorset Gin Review appeared first on Gin Blog .
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Ardbeg 17
Ardbeg 17 makes a triumphant return to our consciences and tastebuds but – like so many things in Scotch whisky these days – its time appears limited. At least for now. The “new” Ardbeg 17yo is a special Committee Release and is also available at the distillery on Islay, and at selected Ardbeg Embassies and … Continue reading "Ardbeg 17" The post Ardbeg 17 appeared first on Whisky and Wisdom .
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Review: Filthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland
A comprehensive history of beer in Ireland is something I’ve been hearing demand for for as long as I’ve been paying attention to the local industry. It has finally come into being thanks to the specialist Irish food and drink publisher Nine Bean Rows. The author is Ireland’s foremost scholar of beer history, Dr Christina […]
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Homemade Mead Review
On today’s Murder Table Tasting, we’re taking our lives into our own hands and trying a bit of homebrewed Mead which one of our college age boys concocted. While we’ve tried a Mead or two in our day, we’re far from experts, so this bit of banter is […]
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Review: Cargo Cult Navy Strength Rum
Cargo Cult is a brand started by Jonny Croft (Small Batch Spirits Company) and was inspired by the stories told to him by his father who was a doctor at an Australian base in Papua New Guinea during the 1960s. Apparently with the arrival of the US troops in the South Pacific islands during World … More Review: Cargo Cult Navy Strength Rum
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Milam & Greene Unabridged Vol 3 Bourbon Whisky Review
Way back in September, we were invited to participate in a Zoom session with the fine folks at Milam & Greene and MANY other whisky enthusiasts for the big reveal of their latest Bourbon Whisky release. It’s a not-so-little release that they call Unabridged Vol. 3. Since we […]
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