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news2026-06-09
Ohmygod–Part 5 Call The Cops!
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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Review: Oaklore Story Series 2026 – Old Fashioned and Port Cask Finished Bourbon
A bourbon’s story doesn’t necessarily end when it leaves its original barrel. Increasingly, distillers are turning to secondary maturation to add another chapter, one that can reshape the whiskey beneath it. That idea sits at the heart of Oaklore’s Story Series. Built around the belief that every barrel has a story worth telling, Oaklore Distilling… The post Review: Oaklore Story Series 2026 – Old Fashioned and Port Cask Finished Bourbon appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
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Lakshadweep Ends 47-Year Liquor Ban, Introduces Regulated Excise Regime
President Droupadi Murmu has approved the Lakshadweep Excise Regulation, 2026, formally ending the Union Territory's 47-year-old prohibition policy and paving the way for the controlled sale and consumption of alcohol. Droupadi Murmu, President of India Promulgated under Article 240 of the Constitution, the new law replaces the Lakshadweep Prohibition Regulation, 1979, and establishes a comprehensive excise framework governing the manufacture, import, transport, possession, sale and consumption of liquor across the islands. New Licensing Framework The regulation mandates the appointment of an Excise Commissioner as the chief excise authority, while the Deputy Commissioner will serve as the licensing authority for import and retail permits. Liquor licences may be granted to government-owned corporations, companies, agencies and autonomous bodies for import and retail vending. Private individuals and entities may also obtain licences for manufacturing, wholesale distribution and retail s
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Q&8 | Wang Yuanzhu on Partnering Rice & Grapes
Coram Collective 集岩酿造 ranks among the most intriguing projects to pop up in China in recent years. Founded in 2023, with production from 2024, this ...
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The Chain Has Been Rattled!
This week's episode of The Weekly Pint dives into the chaos happening at a couple local chains - By Golly's and The Works... The post The Chain Has Been Rattled! appeared first on The Gnarly Gnome .
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Kerala Reduces Alcohol Prices
The Kerala State Beverages Corporation (BEVCO) has reduced liquor prices in the state, with the new rates having come into effect from May 1, across several popular brands. The price cut ranges from ₹10 to ₹50 depending upon the brand and category.  Several well-known labels, including Old Monk, Officer’s Choice, and Le Mount Rum, are among the brands affected by the revision.    All retail outlets have been instructed to update billing systems accordingly. According to officials, 500 ml bottles will generally see a price reduction of around ₹10, while mid-range and premium brands may see cuts ranging from ₹20 to ₹50. More than 50 liquor brands are expected to be covered under the new pricing structure. BEVCO officials stated that the price change has been implemented based on directives from manufacturing companies rather than a government tax adjustment. The revision is also linked to market performance, with some brands included after a recent decline in sales.
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Hosting a destination: the human value that transforms place into essence
Authenticity lives in the hands and hearts of those who make these regions unique. From the UNESCO World Heritage landscapes, carefully shaped by generations of human presence, to wine tasting and gastronomic indulgence, in Porto’s Great Wine Capital people are not just part of the experience, they are its core value. The post Hosting a destination: the human value that transforms place into essence appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
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Mora Dry Riesling 2023 Review
This wine is from Mora and is a dry riesling from Bannockburn in Central Otago in New Zealand. It’s bottled […] The post Mora Dry Riesling 2023 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
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Alcobrew Distilleries Marks World Environment Day with 2,000-Sapling Plantation Drive in Gurugram
Reinforcing its commitment towards environmental sustainability and community welfare, Alcobrew Distilleries India Limited marked World Environment Day by planting 2,000 saplings at Vayu Sena Vatika, Gurugram, in association with SayTrees NGO. The plantation drive was undertaken as part of the company’s ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives aimed at promoting ecological balance, increasing green cover, and contributing to a cleaner and healthier environment for future generations. Conducted in partnership with SayTrees, an NGO dedicated to afforestation and ecological restoration, the initiative brought together employees and representatives of Alcobrew Distilleries India Limited in a collective effort to create a greener and more sustainable future. Romesh Pandita, Chairman and Managing Director, Alcobrew Distilleries India Limited, said, “At Alcobrew, we believe that sustainable growth goes hand in hand with environmental responsibility. On World
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Rahr Brewing and Lakewood Brewing Announce Partnership
Rahr Brewing and Lakewood Brewing announce a new contract brewing partnership that will expand production capacity for select Rahr brands. The post Rahr Brewing and Lakewood Brewing Announce Partnership appeared first on NTX Beer .
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Decanter Fine Wine Encounter NYC 2026: The place to be
Decanter's fifth global wine event in the Empire State was the hottest ticket in town. We look back at the highlights…
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Islay Rum Distillery wins SFWSC 2026 Double Gold
Can a rum taste like Islay whisky? Discover how The Islay Rum Distillery’s peated-cask Barrel Aged rum earned 98 points and Double Gold at SFWSC 2026.
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Barcelona rooftop bars
Barcelona Rooftop Bars Published: 09/06/2026 The sun is shining and Barcelona is looking beautiful. But with all the hustle and bustle of the city, we think it’s important to have a few places up your sleeve where you can relax and unwind. Whether you’re a local here or just visiting, the rooftop bar is the […]
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Brewing Bigger Change | IWCBD 2026
International Women’s Collaboration Brew Day (IWCBD) has delivered its biggest year yet. In 2026, 88 brew days took place across the UK and internationally, bringing together 1,153 participants, producing 93 brand-new beers, and raising an outstanding £33,889 for women’s causes – a 25% increase on last year. Now in its second year under the stewardship...
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UK Ruinart Sommelier Challenge 2026 winner revealed
The head of wine at Estelle Manor in Witney, Oxfordshire has been named winner of the UK Ruinart Sommelier Challenge 2026.
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Why You Should Book Your Portugal Trip with a Travel Advisor
So you've decided to visit Portugal for a (wine) trip. You open your laptop, type "Tours Portugal" or "what to do in Portugal" into Google, and within seconds, you're drowning in 47 browser tabs, conflicting TripAdvisor reviews, and endless accommodation options. Every winery promises a unique experience, every tour claims to be authentic, and every recommendation seems to contradict the last. Somewhere in that noise is the perfect trip—but comparing your options feels overwhelming, and neither Google nor ChatGPT can easily help you discover the truly unique, lesser-known experiences that match your interests.
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The 134-Year-Old Château d’Yquem Discovery
Finding A Bottle From 1892 Is Extraordinary The post The 134-Year-Old Château d’Yquem Discovery appeared first on Moncharm Wine Traders .
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Ritorna a Pontelatone il Casavecchia e Pallagrello Wine Festival 2026, l’evento dedicato ai vitigni dell’Alto Casertano
Tre giorni dedicati ai grandi vini del territorio, ai vitigni identitari dell’Alto Casertano e alle eccellenze gastronomiche locali. Dal 3 al 5 luglio 2026 torna a Pontelatone (Caserta) il Casavecchia & Pallagrello Wine Festival, manifestazione promossa dalla Pro Loco di Pontelatone, presieduta da Lorenzo Monaco, in collaborazione con la Strada del Vino Casavecchia di Pontelatone, […] L'articolo Ritorna a Pontelatone il Casavecchia e Pallagrello Wine Festival 2026, l’evento dedicato ai vitigni dell’Alto Casertano proviene da insidewine .
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What is Saison beer?
What exactly is a Saison? Ask ten brewers and you may get ten different answers. While Saison is widely recognised as one of Belgium's classic beer styles, its farmhouse origins and long history of interpretation make it surprisingly difficult to define. In this article, award-winning beer writer Stephen Beaumont explores the origins of Saison, the role of yeast in shaping its character, and why this refreshing Belgian style remains one of the brewing world's most fascinating categories. Of all the beer styles that are misconstrued by even many of those who brew them, Saison must surely rank among the most misunderstood. Although owing to the single style success of one particular brewery, Brasserie Dupont, it was not always thus. In the 1980s and early ‘90s, Belgium was experiencing its transformation from a little-known beer-drinking nation to the global centre of brewing ingenuity,. Much of that newfound attention was driven by the work of beer writer Michael Jackson, whose influent
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World Cup of Wines: Pairing wines with every wine-producing nation's first match
A wine for every team...
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‘Rolling all of Wales’ talent and natural resources into the same conversation as England misses the point ’
There's something distinct happening in the valleys...
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Cambiamenti climatici, l’incontro delle Donne del Vino Sardegna per guardare alle sfide in corso
L’impatto delle modifiche delle condizioni climatiche sulle produzioni agricole? Sempre più pesante. E certo non si salva la coltivazione della vite né in termini di quantità che di qualità dell’uva e perciò dei vini. Occorre occuparsi di più dell’incidenza dei cambiamenti climatici e ben venga lo spazio per la divulgazione secondo l’associazione Donne del Vino […]
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The un-Cava, Cava
As shown in the report on the Corpinnat sparkling wines, there’s no debate as to the solid momentum behind this association. What started as a group of six ‘rogue’ high-quality sparkling winemakers abandoning the Denomination of Origin Cava has turned into a serious bubbly force to be reckoned with. I feel like the larger question being asked now isn’t, “Why would someone leave DO Cava?” and much more, “Why wouldn’t someone join Corpinnat?” While it may seem a rather obvious direction to take, there are vast and varied barriers to […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription.
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Montecappone
Montecappone is located in Jesi, within the Marche region of Italy, specialising in the production of Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi. Founded in the late 1960s, the winery was acquired in 1997 by the Bomprezzi-Mirizzi family, who are renowned for owning the Enoteca Tuscolana in Rome. The Montecappone property currently stretches over 54 hectares of…
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Ohmygod–Part 5 Call The Cops!

Review: Oaklore Story Series 2026 – Old Fashioned and Port Cask Finished Bourbon

Lakshadweep Ends 47-Year Liquor Ban, Introduces Regulated Excise Regime

Q&8 | Wang Yuanzhu on Partnering Rice & Grapes

The Chain Has Been Rattled!

Kerala Reduces Alcohol Prices

Hosting a destination: the human value that transforms place into essence

Mora Dry Riesling 2023 Review

Alcobrew Distilleries Marks World Environment Day with 2,000-Sapling Plantation Drive in Gurugram

Rahr Brewing and Lakewood Brewing Announce Partnership

Decanter Fine Wine Encounter NYC 2026: The place to be

Islay Rum Distillery wins SFWSC 2026 Double Gold

Barcelona rooftop bars

Brewing Bigger Change | IWCBD 2026

UK Ruinart Sommelier Challenge 2026 winner revealed

Why You Should Book Your Portugal Trip with a Travel Advisor

The 134-Year-Old Château d’Yquem Discovery

Ritorna a Pontelatone il Casavecchia e Pallagrello Wine Festival 2026, l’evento dedicato ai vitigni dell’Alto Casertano

What is Saison beer?

World Cup of Wines: Pairing wines with every wine-producing nation's first match

‘Rolling all of Wales’ talent and natural resources into the same conversation as England misses the point ’

Cambiamenti climatici, l’incontro delle Donne del Vino Sardegna per guardare alle sfide in corso

The un-Cava, Cava

Montecappone