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Celebrating 16 years of Whisky & Alement
We’re turning 16, and we’re throwing the kind of party that celebrates everything we love about whisky—the approachable, the exceptional, and the community. Featuring five exceptional whiskies, roaming canapés (like Kelso’s famous chicken paradise buns and mystery jellies), plus a room full who people who genuinely love whisky! Sixteen years ago, Australian whisky culture was just finding its feet, and […]
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Fielden 2019 4 Years , The Heart Cut #16 – English rye whisky
From our very first conversations with the Fielden team, one thing kept coming up: Cask 292. “Ask Charlie about Cask 292.” So we did. One […]
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Summer Weed Control Starts Now!
If you have not already applied herbicides in your vineyard it is definitely time to get started. I know many grape growers control weeds with multiple applications of postemergence herbicides, leaning heavily on glyphosate. This is not something I recommend as it can lead to several issues and requires consider time and trips. Multiple yearly […] Read More
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International Women’s Day on the BC Ale Trail: Voices, Leadership & the Women Shaping Beer
International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate progress, amplify voices, and reflect honestly on the work still ahead. Across British Columbia, breweries are marking March 8 with special releases and events led by women in brewing. This year, we’re also honouring one of the most influential figures in Canadian brewing and brewing education: Nancy … Continued The post International Women’s Day on the BC Ale Trail: Voices, Leadership & the Women Shaping Beer appeared first on The BC Ale Trail .
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Sagamore Bottled in Bond 7-Year Scoresheet & Review
Becoming a hobbyist often carries the risk of eventual cynicism. For example, I’ve been into whiskey since 2018, and I’d be insincere to say that I’ve risen above all jaded thoughts or feelings. It’s an unfortunate yet inevitable reality for many of us, especially when it comes to distilled spirits, an expansive but mostly explored […]
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Live Music on Good Friday
Kick off the Easter Long Weekend in the mountains, with band Furious Cate at Wildbrumby Distillery. Book now via info@wildbrumby.com or phone the café on (02) 6457 1447. Friday, 3rd April 2026 Live Music 1pm to 4pm (weather permitting) Read more here The post Live Music on Good Friday appeared first on Wildbrumby Distillery | Schnapps | Gin | Vodka .
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Easter long weekend: live music at the distillery
Kick off the Easter Long Weekend in the mountains, with Furious Cate at Wildbrumby Distillery. Furious Cate are the quintessential rock and roll band. Featuring one of the best rhythm sections around, the fabulous Troy Dowd on lead guitar and experienced lead vocalist Stu, we know you are going to have a dancing Good Friday [...] The post Easter long weekend: live music at the distillery appeared first on Wildbrumby Distillery | Schnapps | Gin | Vodka .
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Canals of Time, Tables of Bruges
Canals of Time, Tables of Bruges – read my piece in Luxe Beat Magazine on Bruges, Belgium. If traveling to Belgium, make the journey to Bruges. Only an hour train ride from Brussels, and 20 minutes from Ghent (where you should also go!) The storybook city is full of history, quaint shops, boutique hotels like... Read More
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What’s Brewing at Brewer’s Friend – March 1, 2026
Here’s a look at what’s been happening at Brewer’s Friend over the past month. Check out the latest and greatest recipes, styles, ingredients, and more. Trending Styles 1 English IPA 6 Irish Stout 2 Witbier 7 Irish Red Ale 3 Saison 8 Weissbier 4 Cream Ale 9 American Light Lager 5 […] The post What’s Brewing at Brewer’s Friend – March 1, 2026 first appeared on Brewer's Friend .
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High West Distillery Bourye Release
Excited to share that High West Distillery is back with one of its most beloved releases: Bourye. This annual, limited-edition favorite (with a true cult following) showcases a distinctive, premium blend of rich bourbon and rye whiskeys, resulting in an exceptional sipping experience. This year’s release delivers an elevated ABV of 50.5%, along with bold notes of grilled peaches, […]
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A February Farewell
Steve Griffith – admired attorney and civic leader External Photo Attribution at the end of the Post (#1) You would think that a person who is a graduate of Harvard College, the University of Oxford and Stanford Law School, might … Continue reading →
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Burgundy’s Quiet Shift: From Extraction to Infusion
Why many Burgundian winemakers are stepping back in the cellar to reveal Pinot Noir’s true character. Across Burgundy, a subtle change is taking place. Instead of extracting more from Pinot Noir, many winemakers are discovering that patience in the cellar … Continue reading →
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Astronomy Astrophiz ~ Dr Ian Musgrave’s March SkyGuide
Shownotes Listen: https://soundcloud.com/astrophiz/astrophizmarchskyguide Welcome to the Astrophiz March SkyGuide, where Ian tells us about the Total Lunar Eclipse and all the observation and astrophotography tips that go with it. Also you get highlights of the morning and evening skies and how to find the Variable star, Mira. Moon Phases Full Moon – Tues 3 March […] The post Astronomy Astrophiz ~ Dr Ian Musgrave’s March SkyGuide appeared first on Astrophiz: The Astronomy and Astrophysics Podcast .
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Join the BC Ale Trail at the Vancouver Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show!
The BC Ale Trail is bringing our signature blend of adventure and craft beer culture to the Vancouver Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show on February 28 and March 1, celebrating the best of exploring BC. From rugged coastal trails and picturesque lakes to sun-drenched Okanagan valleys and alpine summits — paired with a cold, locally-crafted … Continued The post Join the BC Ale Trail at the Vancouver Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show! appeared first on The BC Ale Trail .
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A Sooke & Shirley Brewery Day
There’s something about the drive to Sooke that immediately shifts your nervous system. The winding West Coast road. The ocean peeking through the trees. That feeling that you’re heading somewhere just a little bit magical. We set out to experience the breweries of Sooke and Shirley along the BC Ale Trail, taking our time and … Continued The post A Sooke & Shirley Brewery Day appeared first on The BC Ale Trail .
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Olympic-Sized Joy
Milano Cortina 2026 Alpine reflections on this year's Winter Games, based on a conversation with Bradley Spalding - Former Ski School Director of Thredbo and Founder of Wildbrumby Distillery. The post Olympic-Sized Joy appeared first on Wildbrumby Distillery | Schnapps | Gin | Vodka .
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Trinity Hill Hawke’s Bay Merlot 2024
Trinity Hill Hawke’s Bay Merlot 2024 $24.99 2024 is proving to be an absolute banger of a vintage for Hawke’s Bay reds, and I think this example is one of the best-value merlots on the market right now. Grown in their Gimblett Stones vineyard, this wine is a smoky sensation that’s rich, dense and yet […]
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Known Unknown Vin Jeanne Bridge Pa Sauvignon Blanc 2019 375ml
Known Unknown Vin Jeanne Bridge Pa Sauvignon Blanc 2019 375ml $35 It pretty much is what it says on the tin. Or should I say ‘label’ but in unique fashion. Inspired by the wines of Jura, winemaker Jules van Costello has crafted a single barrel of organic Bridge Pa Sauvignon Blanc that’s been barrel-fermented and […]
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Known Unknown Bloody Vermouth (500ml)
Known Unknown Bloody Vermouth (500ml) $45 This Negroni-friendly sweet vermouth is crafted using a Blood Orange oleo saccharum syrup made with equal parts sugar and Blood Orange Peel (“to bring out the peel aromatics”), alongside dried orange zest, cardamom, saffron, dried kawakawa berries, and bittering aromatics like wormwood, rhubarb root, and cinchona bark. It’s then added […]
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Just the Sip: Found North Batch 001 Review
I’ve been sitting on a pair of Found North samples for some time now. When I decided it was time to finally sit down and give the brand its just due, I knew I’d prefer to start with a full-fledged review if I could help it. This is why my first Found North review didn’t […]
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Valli Waitaki Valley North Otago Pinot Gris 2025
Valli Waitaki Valley North Otago Pinot Gris 2025 $30 Ultra-crisp and bursting with freshly sliced apple, white peach, white pepper and nashi niceness. Cleansing, floral and buoyantly bright and boasting a marathon-like finish. Another magical Grant Taylor-made wine. More please! Valli
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Known Unknown Maraekakaho Cabernet Franc 2022
Known Unknown Maraekakaho Cabernet Franc 2022 $35 If you like your Cabernet Franc sailing down the leafy, herbal, fabulously feral side of the sea, then this is your jam. From an unusually cool year, unfiltered, unfined and layered with earthy, funky tones, this wine is developing a sweet-sour complexity which cloaks a core of acidity […]
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2026 Beer Industry Trends
By: Neil Witte, Master Cicerone and Beer Institute Consultant We often hear people say, “new year, new you.” Not only do individuals evaluate their goals, but so do brewers when they consider what’s at the forefront of their product line. One of my jobs is to review the previous year’s trends while looking ahead to…
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Fresh Brew: Your Monthly Digest of Top Forum Discussions – February 2026
Most Discussed Topics What to do with used malt?by Zitooo with 15 posts this monthI've put my first batches in the garden compost but realized there's a risk that the wild boars in the forest will come to eat them. What do you usually do with your used malt?Is it good food for … No […] The post Fresh Brew: Your Monthly Digest of Top Forum Discussions – February 2026 first appeared on Brewer's Friend .
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