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Making the most of sake’s ‘blank slate’ potential
In her work at Akashi-Tai, Miho Komatsu regularly faces misconceptions and confusion about sake. But, rather than simplifying the category, she sees its future success being built on education and embracing its “entirely distinctive” profile. The post Making the most of sake’s ‘blank slate’ potential appeared first on The Drinks Business .
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Brown-Forman Unveils the Glendronach in India
Brown-Forman has introduced The Glendronach ’s core range of Highland single malts to India, bringing the Aged 12 Years, 15 Years, and 18 Years expressions to the market. Founded in 1826 in Scotland’s “Valley of Brambles,” The Glendronach has long been recognised for its commitment to sherry cask maturation, creating whiskies defined by depth, structure, and richly layered character. Crafted in the rugged north-east Highlands of Scotland , the whiskies are matured predominantly in Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso casks sourced from Andalucía, Spain. While Pedro Ximénez casks contribute raisin richness and opulence, Oloroso casks bring dryness, walnut character, and spice, shaping The Glendronach’s signature sherried style. The distillery’s distinctive saxophone-shaped stills produce a heavier spirit designed for extended maturation, allowing flavour and complexity to evolve gradually within traditional Scottish warehouse conditions. The
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4 Best Portugal Wine Tour Itineraries You Can’t Miss in 2026
Portugal Wine Tour Portugal continues to rise as one of Europe’s most desirable wine travel destinations in 2026. From the vineyard-covered hills of the Douro Valley to the sun-soaked plains of Alentejo and the vibrant streets of Lisbon, the country offers an extraordinary blend of wine, award-winning gastronomy, and authentic heritage.
by consultantwintp17@gmail.com (Alexandra Monteiro)4 viewsdouro-valley-wine-tourslisbon-wine-tourswine-tourism-in-portugal-experiencesbest-wine-tours-portugalprivate-wine-tours-portugaltailor-made-wine-tours-portugal - news
Oak Union Brewing’s vision for dark folkloric new taproom & restaurant
Another craft brewery is coming to Milwaukie, Oregon’s already bustling downtown corridor Rendering and concept images courtesy of Oak Union Brewing Portland-brewed Oak Union Brewing has always had their heart in Milwaukie, now they will have a taproom there too. More than three years after launching Oak Union Brewing , owner Trevor Lauman has found a permanent home in downtown Milwaukie for his mystical dark folkloric European and West Coast inspired beers and vision. The future taproom and restaurant will open at 10909 SE Main Street, the former Collector’s Mall, putting Oak Union in the middle of Milwaukie's growing downtown scene that includes beer destinations like pFriem , Beer Store Milwaukie and the recently opened 1847 Food Park that’s anchored by Migration Brewing, with Breakside Brewery’s main brewery not far away either. “We're the new up-and-coming brewery with something to prove. The hope is that when people think of Oregon beer, they also think of Milwaukie,” says Lauman
by John Chilson2 viewsindustry-newsnew-brewerynew-locationoregon - news
Calitzdorp Expressed Festival at De Krans Wines 13 – 14 June 2026
We are so excited to welcome you to the farm from 13-14 June 2026 for the Calitzdorp Expressed Festival. From music, trail running through the vineyards, cellar tours, to enjoying a wine tasting at the tasting room, there is something for everyone as we celebrate […] The post Calitzdorp Expressed Festival at De Krans Wines 13 – 14 June 2026 appeared first on De Krans Wines .
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The real Isabel Ferrando
There exist several wine brands which have taken on the names of historic women and in the process, grown to rather mythic status with time. Perhaps the most famous is Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin aka Veuve Clicquot. She definitely deserves a far better and more accurate film of her life someday, but her name (or at least the widowed version of it) graces one of the most iconic Champagnes there is. Then, at the other end of the spectrum there’s Anna de Codorníu from the Cava ‘Jumbotron’, Codorníu and is, a ‘different’ […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription.
by Miquel Hudin5 viewsfrench-wineschateauneuf-du-papefamille-isabel-ferrando - news
Cantine del Notaio beyond scores: it is the journey that wins over critics and the market
Gerardo Giuratrabocchetti presents the philosophy of the Vulture winery, praised across the board by critics and appreciated by the international market for its consistency and recognisability. L'articolo Cantine del Notaio beyond scores: it is the journey that wins over critics and the market proviene da Wine Meridian .
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Champagne Mangin et Fils
A family-run grower-producer based in Le Chêne-La-Reine (Leuvrigny), specialising in Pinot Meunier-driven Champagnes in the heart of the Vallée de la Marne. Started by Gabriel and Fernande in the early 20th century, the family originally operated a bistro and supplied grapes to larger houses like Krug before creating their own brand. Today, the Champagne house…
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Happy Memorial Day!
Before I cover some other topics in this post, it’s fitting on this 2026 Memorial Day to pay tribute to the sacrifices of U.S. military members who lost their lives in service to the country, both in wartime and peacetime. And … Continue reading →
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Bardstown Bourbon Co. Distillery Reserve Mars Blend of Bourbon and Single Malt Japanese Whisky Bridges Tradition and Breaks New Ground
May 26, 2026 (Bardstown, KY.) — Instead of leaving annual volume loss to the angels, Bardstown Bourbon Company has found a way to fill the empty space in its latest Distillery Reserve. Distillery Reserve Mars Single Malt Japanese Blend, a pioneering release that bridges Kentucky bourbon and Japanese whisky traditions in an entirely new way, is available in extremely limited quantities beginning May 29, 2026. Developed in collaboration with Japan’s Mars distilleries, this limited release...
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Cantine Aperte 2026: tra vigne ed esperienze. Tutti i programmi e le degustazioni in Italia
Il vino non è solo degustazione ma la chiave per entrare in contatto con il suo territorio, la sua cultura e le sue storie: con questa consapevolezza Cantine Aperte 2026 dà il via a un viaggio immersivo tra natura, benessere e tradizioni locali che trasformerà le cantine di tutta Italia in laboratori di esperienze a […] L'articolo Cantine Aperte 2026: tra vigne ed esperienze. Tutti i programmi e le degustazioni in Italia proviene da insidewine .
by Redazione insidewine3 viewseventi-enogastronomicieventi-abruzzoeventi-alto-adigeeventi-basilicataeventi-calabriaeventi-campania - news
The history of port
From ruby and tawny to vintage and white styles, Port is one of the world’s most historic and distinctive fortified wines. But how did this wine from northern Portugal become so closely tied to British drinking culture and what makes the different styles taste the way they do? In this guide, award-winning drinks writer Henry Jeffreys explores the history of Port, how it is made and the key styles to know, from everyday ruby Port to long-aged vintage expressions. Port is a fortified wine from northern Portugal. It owes its existence to Britain's fractious relationship with its neighbour, France. Since the 12th century, wine in England had come from Bordeaux. But when William III and Mary came to the throne in 1688 in the so-called Glorious Revolution, it ushered in a period of on-and-off conflict that would continue until the defeat of Napoleon in 1815. Wine shipped from France became subject to high taxation. By 1698, duty on French wine was £47 a cask when the wine itself cost only £1
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Lord Byron Double Wood Blonde Cask + Beer – June 2026
Get ready for EXCLUSIVE two-way barrel magic – A rum shaped by a beer, then beer shaped the rum! This is a true flavour feedback loop and perfect flavour symmetry with both products sharing the same DNA: vanilla, oak, spice, tropical fruit, and warming alcohols echo across the pairing in seamless harmony. Our old friends […] The post Lord Byron Double Wood Blonde Cask + Beer – June 2026 appeared first on The Rum Tribe .
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Advice on bitter taste to beer!!
<div class="bbWrapper">I have been brewing the same beer with consistent methodology for many years, until recently with consistent good results. <br /> <br /> I use a Canadian Light wort, with 1kg of dextrose (purchased in a 25kg bulk bag). I use ta
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Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 5/24/26
Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the wine stories that I find of interest on the web. I The post Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 5/24/26 appeared first on Vinography .
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Two young Glen Grant
Glen Grant 15 yo (50%, OB, bourbon, +/-2026) Glen Grant 8 yo (100°proof, Gordon & MacPhail, 75.7cl, 1970s)
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Glenfarclas 2015 (Spirit of Speyside)
A few weeks ago German reader Sven contacted me about a new Glenfarclas 2015 bottled for the Spirit of Speyside Festival. He asked me about the definition of a Matusalem cask : is this simply a brand name or also related to the size of the cask?Matusalem is a brand of sherry produced by González Byass. Until 2012 it could be called Amoroso or sweet Oloroso (with 25% PX added to it), but nowadays it's technically a Cream sherry. They use a series of biblical names for their oldest wines — Noé, Apóstoles, and Matusalem. All of them are aged well beyond 30 years in a solera system. While common at Dalmore for instance, the cask came to Glenfarclas as a second fill through a broker. Their normal supplier is José y Miguel Martin.The question about the size of the cask is also interesting. Note that Glefarclas released 803 bottles which equals around 562 litres. Most distilleries claim that a sherry butt only contains around 500 litres. It all depends what you call a 'standard butt'.
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Inside One of the Industry’s Most Important Rooms
By Mike Gorman, The Best Drink Ever Published May 25, 2026 Beverage Forum 2026: Retail Trends, Brand Strategy & Industry Insights Most conferences give you access. Very few give you access to people who have actually done the thing everyone else is still talking about. That’s what Beverage Forum 2026 got right. The speakers weren’t there to fill time. They were there because they’re actively shaping how this industry moves—at retail, online, and everywhere in between. Operators, founders, buyers, and marketers still in it every day, speaking less like panelists and more like people comparing notes in real time. And honestly, that’s probably why the room stayed engaged. The morning opened with The State of the Industry featuring Sally Lyons Wyatt, who skipped the usual trend buzzwords and focused on what’s actually happening in the market. Consumers are still spending, but they’re spending more intentionally now, forcing brands to justify premium pricing in ways they maybe didn’t have t
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The quest for value in ‘Outer Burgundy’
Welcome to another instalment of 'these are all the Burgundies I've tasted recently', a collection of indulgent tasting highlights from my visit to the Grand Jours de Bourgogne 2026 (a week-long wine fair in this famed French wine region in early March). So far in this series, I've looked at how much Chablis I can taste in one session, been bedazzled by a smorgasbord of Vosne mega-wines, tasted many mercurial Mâconnais whites, worked through a challenging lineup from the Côte de Nuits, and topped it with some Volnay/Pommard seduction. Today, I'm tackling something important - Burgundy that nudges closer to being affordable. Sort of. For this quest, I'm turning to some lesser-known producers and wines from what Jancis Robinson calls 'Outer Burgundy' (the appellations beyond the famous Côte d'Or), with a particular focus on the cradle of Burgundian bargains, the Côte Chalonnaise. The post The quest for value in ‘Outer Burgundy’ appeared first on Australian Wine and Drinks Review .
by Andrew Graham4 viewswine202220232024aligoteburgundy - news
WHAT IS TRASHY BOOKCLUB?
Welcome to Trashy Book Club: Wine, Romance, and Absolutely No Apologies Some book clubs serve tea and discuss literary symbolism. Ours serves wine and debates which fictional love interest would actually ruin your life in the best possible way. Welcome to Trashy Book Club — and yes, we own that name proudly. So, What Exactly Is Trashy Book Club? Every other month, on the third Thursday, a wonderfully unhinged group of readers gathers to drink good wine, talk about deliciously over-the-top books, and — as it turns out — make some really great friends. We meet from 5:30 to 7pm, and if you're running a little late from work, don't worry. We talk a lot . You won't miss a thing. Best of all? It's completely free to join, and no RSVP needed. Just show up. The twist that makes our book club a little different from the rest? You're not just drinking wine in someone's living room — you're at a winery, with snacks, and either our owner or our assistant winemaker is right there in the room with y
by Angela Reat3 viewsevents - news
INSIDER DEAL! 50% OFF Winesmith Heringer Vineyards Tannat
The guy who literally wrote the book on winemaking (Clark Smith) returns with another masterful wine, the Winesmith Heringer Vineyards ... Read more
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National Wine Day Musings with Seghesio Old Vine Zinfandel
Raise a glass! It’s National Wine Day.
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Buffalo Trace Brings Back Two Iconic Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Bourbons: Four Grain and Cured Oak
Buffalo Trace Distillery reintroduces Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Four Grain and Cured Oak Bourbons, two 100-proof, 10-year-old limited releases returning in 2026 with Four Grain becoming an annual limited release and Cured Oak returning as a rare offering. The post Buffalo Trace Brings Back Two Iconic Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Bourbons: Four Grain and Cured Oak first appeared on BourbonBlog .
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Bourbon & Cigars Masters Series Co-Hosted by Tom Fischer and Sean Williams Now Airing on the Wine, Watches & Whiskey Channel
Wine, Watches & Whiskey Channel premieres the first-of-its-kind Bourbon & Cigars Masters Series with bourbon expert Tom Fischer and Cohiba’s Sean Williams, available to stream on Roku, Fire TV, and STIRR. The post Bourbon & Cigars Masters Series Co-Hosted by Tom Fischer and Sean Williams Now Airing on the Wine, Watches & Whiskey Channel first appeared on BourbonBlog .
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