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How Long Does Fentanyl Stay in Your System?

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that has become a major concern across the United States. While healthcare providers may…

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Nero d'Avola red wine variety

Why is Nero d'Avola red wine variety is taking off in Australia

Whiplash, Nine Story Pagoda, Pineapple & Thai Basil Sour, 3.8%

My local Petrol Station doubles as a corner shop when I run out of milk. They stock a fine selection of Craft Beer too & I often pick one up when I’m in. Today’s pick was a Pineapple & Thai Basil Sour from Dublin based brewery Whiplash. They’ve collaborated with a nearby Asian restaurant called … Continue reading Whiplash, Nine Story Pagoda, Pineapple & Thai Basil Sour, 3.8% →

WineaPAWlooza 2026 Marks 13th Year with Record Turnout, Raises Nearly $1.93 Million for Jameson Humane

Napa Valley’s most beloved charity wine auction drew its largest crowd ever, with a 6L bottle of 1994 Screaming Eagle that sold for $290,000 headlining a weekend of giving for animals 06.29.26 NAPA VALLEY, Calif. — WineaPAWlooza, the Napa Valley wine community’s signature charity auction benefiting Jameson Humane, celebrated its 13th anniversary this past weekend […] The post WineaPAWlooza 2026 Marks 13th Year with Record Turnout, Raises Nearly $1.93 Million for Jameson Humane appeared first on The Napa Wine Project .

Two New Expressions Join Arran Whisky

Arran Single Malt expands its Australian portfolio with award-winning core […]

INSIDER DEAL! 68% OFF Tooth & Nail Winery El Sabio Freston GSM

92-93 points! Get this $84 bottle from the Don Quixote line (normally reserved for wine club members) at a fraction ... Read more

Kenya 2000L Turnkey Automatic Brewing System Solution

As Kenya’s craft beer market continues to expand, the customer planned to build a modern brewery with a high level of automation, stable operation, and easy management. Their goal was to ensure consistent product quality while reducing labor costs and improving production efficiency. Based on the customer’s brewery layout, production capacity, and process requirements, MICET […]

Tasting Highlights from the 2026 Monticello Gold Cup and Rose’ Tasting

From left to right: Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Katie Frazier, Competition Chair Frank Morgan, and Hark Winemaker and 2026 Monticello Cup winner AJ Greely Here are the top twelve gold medal wines from the 2026 Monticello Cup Competition (wines from wineries in the Monticello AVA), that form the Monticello Gold Case: Afton Mountain […]

Bartender of the Year 2026 Returns and Registrations are Still Open!

Australia’s bartending elite are once again being called to the bar, with the return of the Bartender of the Year competition for 2026, sponsored by Spirits Academy. The multi-stage showdown is designed to separate the well-trained from the world-class. Structured to test every facet of the craft, the competition moves far beyond simply making good… The post Bartender of the Year 2026 Returns and Registrations are Still Open! appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .

Go Big or Go Home: Tres Agaves Launches The Great Garnish Takeover

Move over, basic lime wheels! The era of the maximalist garnish has officially taken over the backbar. Tres Agaves has just launched The Great Garnish Takeover, a vibrant new campaign celebrating the art of audacious, over-the-top cocktail presentation. To pull it off, the organic tequila and mixer brand teamed up with Olive My Pickle—the fermentation-forward [...] The post Go Big or Go Home: Tres Agaves Launches The Great Garnish Takeover appeared first on Chilled Magazine .

How Bar Clara found success through simplicity

Photography by Kit Edwards Down neon-lit stairs and through a curtained doorway in Melbourne’s Chinatown, Bar Clara offers respite from the city noise. Since opening in 2019, owner and general manager, Joel McKenzie, has built its reputation for consistency, restraint, and connection. McKenzie’s approach is grounded in early experiences around the table. “Special dinners with… The post How Bar Clara found success through simplicity appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .

The Bartender Review: Tequila Cazcanes—The New Cult Brand?

Welcome to Chilled’s Bartender Review: The latest bottles, reviewed by the pros. Reviewed by Lauren Castano, Chilled Ambassador, Tequila Sommelier, Educator. Almost all their recent drops and special releases over the last couple of years seem destined to sell out. So what makes this brand so special? The name Cazcanes pays homage to the Caxcan people, an Indigenous [...] The post The Bartender Review: Tequila Cazcanes—The New Cult Brand? appeared first on Chilled Magazine .

HQ Build-Out: Episode 3

In this episode, I walk you through the wall prep in all its unglamorous detail, the hammered-copper gate reveal (genuinely exceeded expectations — one coat of Rust-Oleum and I was standing there, a little stunned), and the new window treatments.

Cool Down in Wine Country: The Best Ways to Beat the Heat in Temecula Valley

When the sun is at full volume, slip into a dark corner. Temecula's hidden bar scene is one of the most underrated experiences in wine country, and it keeps getting better! The post Cool Down in Wine Country: The Best Ways to Beat the Heat in Temecula Valley first appeared on Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association .

🎧316: Three-Cornered Alfalfa Hopper: Monitoring, Models, and Management

316: Three-Cornered Alfalfa Hopper: Monitoring, Models, and Management Three-cornered alfalfa hopper (TCAH) is the only confirmed insect vector of grapevine red blotch virus in Vitis vinifera,...

Make Distilled Strawberry Water or Strawberry Soda

Several years ago, I bought a home “water distiller” on Amazon. There are tons of different ones on Amazon. My model appears to be discontinued but here is the page of lots of similar ones. The one I bought I made sure had settings that would go past the boiling point of alcohol (78C) and […] The post Make Distilled Strawberry Water or Strawberry Soda first appeared on Alcademics .

Gordon & MacPhail Strathislas, distilled twenty years apart

Gordon-MacPhail-Strathislas-distilled-twenty-years-apart.html Strathisla 27 yo 1997/2024 (55.7%, Gordon & MacPhail, Connoisseurs Choice, for HNWS 19th Anniversary, Taiwan, refill American hogshead, cask #47798, 224 bottles)

In a Land of Falling Skies, The Alarmist is King

New study on alcohol and pancreatic cancer attempts to scare the shit out moderate drinkers. It shouldn't.

Review: Virginia Distillery Split Barrel Project #1

How do you get more bourbon drinkers to embrace American single malt? Virginia Distillery Co. thinks they might have the answer with their latest line extension. The Split Barrel Project is a first of its kind blend of bourbon and American single malt conceived as a gateway to American single malt for those traditional American… The post Review: Virginia Distillery Split Barrel Project #1 appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .

Cognac Laurichesse 19.75 / 19.76 (Malternative Belgium)

Malternative Belgium just released two cognacs from Laurichesse, a house they more or less discovered back in 2022. This is a royal diptych, in a way, featuring a lioness and a lion on the labels, facing each other. These are not accidental symbols: they also appear in the official coat of arms of Laurichesse.We've had 19.75 and 19.76 from this house before and they were among the best cognacs we've had. High hopes for this duo. 

Wine at the World Cup: How Brands Are Fighting for Visibility

FIFA may not have an official wine, but producers are finding increasingly creative ways to reach millions of fans and the tournament's wealthiest guests.

Napa Valley: A False Signal

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Inaugural Wairarapa Pinot Noir Selection unveiled

The wines provide a window into the Wairarapa's landscapes, seasons and people.