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news2026-07-02
Pirate Life Brewing named official beer partner of Perth Wildcats
Andy Freeman (L) and Mark Arena (R) at Pirate Life Perth. Image supplied. " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/PerthWildcats-PirateLife-Announcement-2026-253.jpg" /> The multi-year partnership, beginning in the 2027 NBL season, will see the brewery named both the official beer partner and game-day venue. The post Pirate Life Brewing named official beer partner of Perth Wildcats appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
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Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction Heads North for Inaugural Auckland Preview + Tasting
For the first time in its 34-year history, the Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction is heading north, with the launch of their Auckland Preview + Tasting Evening. Wine lovers will get an exclusive for look at the 2026 Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction at Caro’s Wine Merchants in Grey Lynn on Tuesday 28 July, ahead of the […]
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Prancing Pony Brewery launches new bistro
Prancing Pony Bistro. Image supplied. " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BistroHero.png" /> Unlocking new opportunity in the takeaway food space, the new bistro serves coffee and meals alongside its signature brews. The post Prancing Pony Brewery launches new bistro appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
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Historic Beer Birthday: James Younger
Today is the birthday of James Younger (July 1, 1763-February 19, 1809). He was the son of George Younger, who founded the brewery George Younger & Son. James was the “Son” in the name. I was unable to find any portraits of James, or much else unfortunately. Here’s a short account from the Scottish Antiquary. […]
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Small in Scale, Big in Presence: Wairarapa Wines Shine at Decanter
The Wairarapa, a tiny wine region responsible for just 1% of New Zealand’s wine production, continues to make an outsized impression on the world stage with outstanding results at the 2026 Decanter World Wine Awards. Widely regarded as one of the world’s most influential and prestigious wine competitions, the Decanter World Wine Awards bring together […]
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Wine Bar of the Year – The Bar Awards 2026 finalists unveiled
The finalists for the 25th Annual Bar Awards are almost here — and in the lead-up, we’re revealing a few categories early. Next up are your picks for the country’s Wine Bar of the Year. BAR AWARDS TICKETS This year’s Bar Awards will take place on Wednesday 16 September at Doltone House, closing out another Sydney Bar Week.… The post Wine Bar of the Year – The Bar Awards 2026 finalists unveiled appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
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Coopers launches small format DIY brew kit
Image supplied: Coopers. " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/COOPERS-DIY-BEER-SMALL-BATCH-1-lo-res.jpg" /> The compact system is designed to produce 10 litres of beer, providing a more practical homebrewing option. The post Coopers launches small format DIY brew kit appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
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Breaking News July 1st: On the 50th Anniversary of the “Judgment of Paris” Tasting (CA vs. French Wines), Virginia Wines Post the Highest Scores in All Categories, at a Blind Judging at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris!
Wine Writer Frank Morgan Reports on How Virginia Wines “Showed up–and Showed Off in Paris Wine blogger Frank Morgan (“Drink What YOU Like”) just returned from having co-organized a landmark tasting of Virginia wines in a blind tasting against comparable French counterparts, at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris. He writes, “What began as an idea […]
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Support BeerTengoku on Patreon | Exclusive Japan Craft Beer Travel Guides
Explore Japan’s Craft Beer Scene Like a Local BeerTengoku has been independently exploring Japan’s craft beer scene since 2014, documenting breweries, taprooms, bottle shops, beer festivals, and thousands of craft… The post Support BeerTengoku on Patreon | Exclusive Japan Craft Beer Travel Guides appeared first on BeerTengoku .
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Auckland Sommelier wins MICHELIN Guide Special Award
Matthew Aitchison, General Manager and Sommelier of The French Café in Auckland, has been awarded the MICHELIN Guide Sommelier Award. Yesterday’s announcement marked the MICHELIN Guide’s first expansion into Oceania, and the inaugural selection spans Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown. Aitchinson received one of three MICHELIN Guide Special Awards – the Sommelier Award – acknowledging...
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Spinifex opens The Yard Bar
Image supplied: Spinifex Brewing Co " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Untitled-design-12.png" /> Spinifex Brewing Co opens The Yard Bar to showcase innovation, strengthen community connections and enhance visitor experiences. The post Spinifex opens The Yard Bar appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
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Mick Gibb appointed Brewers Association CEO
Pictured: Mick Gibb. Image supplied: Brewers Association " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Mick-Gibb-resized.webp" /> Mick Gibb will join the Brewers Association after four years leading the Night Time Industries Association. The post Mick Gibb appointed Brewers Association CEO appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
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Christchurch-based group acquires Volstead Brewing Co.
New owners acquire Volstead, investing in Christchurch's independent brewing, hospitality and the future of craft beer. The post Christchurch-based group acquires Volstead Brewing Co. appeared first on Beer & Brewer .
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news2026-07-02
The Bat & Ball team are set to reopen the historic Carlisle Castle Hotel
The team behind Redfern’s Bat & Ball Hotel are launching their second venue, taking over the historic Carlisle Castle Hotel in Newtown, with plans to reopen the neighbourhood pub in late 2026. Rather than reinventing the 150-year-old venue, the independent hospitality group says its focus will be on restoring and preserving one of Sydney’s most… The post The Bat & Ball team are set to reopen the historic Carlisle Castle Hotel appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .
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Pentire: Botanical, Distilled 0% Spirits
The post Pentire: Botanical, Distilled 0% Spirits appeared first on Dhall & Nash Fine Wines .
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A small gathering of Glen Garioch
Glengarioch 18 yo 1975/1994 (46.3%, Cadenhead, Original Collection) Glen Garioch 31 yo (54.6%, Elixir Distillers 'Macbeth Act One: The Thanes', four bourbon barrels, 600 bottles, 2023) Glen Garioch 52 yo 1973/2026 (53.8%, WhiskyLand, Decadent Drinks, 1st fill sherry butt, 240 bottles) Glen Garioch 13 yo 2012/2026 (49.7%, Villa Konthor and The Whisky Agency, ruby Port barrique) Glen Garioch 13 yo 2011/2025 (57.8%, Watashi Whisky, 1st fill bourbon barrel, cask #3732)
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news2026-07-01
If Your Taproom Only Serves Beer, You’re Turning Customers Away
In this piece, I share an observation. Call it an opinion. The quality of the non-beer beverages you serve in your taproom says a lot about your brewery
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Strathmill 1988 (The Whisky Agency & Sansibar)
We're still in heatwave mode, so one whisky at a time is the most we can handle right now. Here's the Strathmill 1988 that was recently bottled by The Whisky Agency, as a joint bottling with Sansibar. 
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Poberaj Wines
Jure Poberaj of Poberaj Wines Photos by Kelly Turso Jure Poberaj came to the United States when he was 6 years old.  He was born in Slovenia not far from the Northeastern border of Italy.  His family moved to Washington D C where he lived until pursuing a finance degree at Portland State University.  The beauty and outdoor sports of the Columbia Gorge caused him to make the West Coast home, first in Hood River, OR and then in White Salmon, WA.  He was a cook at Celilo Restaurant until he and his partner Nina opened a bakery in White Salmon. After several years making bread for the bakery, Jure decided the winemaking lifestyle was more to his liking.  He went to Northeastern Italy to spend time with his pioneering winemaker uncle, Josko Gravner.   After returning from Italy and completing a winemaking certificate from Cornell University, Jure launched his Poberaj Wines label in 2020. What Jure learned from his uncle was a winemaking style that predates
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Bosco de' Medici Winery - Pompeiano Rosso IGT "Pompeii" 2024
di Luciano Pignataro Ci sono piccole cose che spiegano quanto sia difficile, ma bello, il nostro Paese. Per esempio il fatto che Pompei – sì, Pompei – non rientri nella DOC Vesuvio. Vista da Marte, l’applicazione di questa denominazione potrebbe essere tranquillamente estesa a tutta la Campania, per quello che è successo nei secoli e soprattutto per la notorietà di questo vulcano e della famosa eruzione del 79 dopo Cristo. Ho chiesto più volte il motivo, ma non ce n'è alcuno valido se non la spiegazione, molto italiana e moltissimo meridionale, di ridurre il più possibile i benefici della propria unicità. Il che aveva una spiegazione logica in un mondo in cui il mercato era strettamente locale. Ma oggi, nel mondo connesso, è mai possibile ragionare in questo modo? Ma soprattutto, perché una cosa che poteva essere valida nel Dopoguerra non può essere adeguata alla realtà che cambia? Vabbè, esiste comunque la IGT Pompeiano e questo rosso di cui vi parlo questa settimana è prodotto da Bos
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Howard Park Leston Shiraz 2024
Part of Howard Park’s Distinguished Sites range. Winemaking remains the same as previous vintages with parcels fermented in open vats and closed stainless steel before 18 months maturation in French […]
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Sicut Erat 2024 – La Contralta
Vino: Sicut erat Varietale: 100% Vermentino. Denominazione: Isola dei Nuraghi I.G.T.. Titolo alcolometrico: 14% vol. Annata: 2023. Temperatura di servizio: 14° – 16° C. Valutazione: 91/100 — Altre etichette dell’azienda in Guida (Di)Vino — LA CONTRALTA SP 66 – Località Enas-Zappallì 07020 Loiri Porto San Paolo (SS) – SARDINIA – ITALY Phone +39 349 6806547 […] L'articolo Sicut Erat 2024 – La Contralta proviene da The Wolf Post Wine Magazine .
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Sicut Erat 2024 – La Contralta
Wine: Sicut erat Variety composition: 100% Vermentino. Denomination: Isola dei Nuraghi I.G.T.. Alcoholic strength: 14% vol. Vintage: 2024. Serving temperature: 14° – 16° C. Rating: 91/100 — Other company labels in Wine Guide — LA CONTRALTA SP 66 – Località Enas-Zappallì 07020 Loiri Porto San Paolo (SS) – SARDINIA – ITALY Phone +39 349 6806547 […] L'articolo Sicut Erat 2024 – La Contralta proviene da The Wolf Post Wine Magazine .
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INSIDER DEAL! 94-Point Dunham Cellars Columbia Valley Syrah
Save $17.50 a bottle on this fantastic Syrah with multiple 93 and 94-point scores! Don’t miss the 2021 Dunham Cellars ... Read more
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Pirate Life Brewing named official beer partner of Perth Wildcats

Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction Heads North for Inaugural Auckland Preview + Tasting

Prancing Pony Brewery launches new bistro

Historic Beer Birthday: James Younger

Small in Scale, Big in Presence: Wairarapa Wines Shine at Decanter

Wine Bar of the Year – The Bar Awards 2026 finalists unveiled

Coopers launches small format DIY brew kit

Breaking News July 1st: On the 50th Anniversary of the “Judgment of Paris” Tasting (CA vs. French Wines), Virginia Wines Post the Highest Scores in All Categories, at a Blind Judging at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris!

Support BeerTengoku on Patreon | Exclusive Japan Craft Beer Travel Guides

Auckland Sommelier wins MICHELIN Guide Special Award

Spinifex opens The Yard Bar

Mick Gibb appointed Brewers Association CEO

Christchurch-based group acquires Volstead Brewing Co.

The Bat & Ball team are set to reopen the historic Carlisle Castle Hotel

Pentire: Botanical, Distilled 0% Spirits

A small gathering of Glen Garioch

If Your Taproom Only Serves Beer, You’re Turning Customers Away

Strathmill 1988 (The Whisky Agency & Sansibar)

Poberaj Wines

Bosco de' Medici Winery - Pompeiano Rosso IGT "Pompeii" 2024

Howard Park Leston Shiraz 2024

Sicut Erat 2024 – La Contralta

Sicut Erat 2024 – La Contralta

INSIDER DEAL! 94-Point Dunham Cellars Columbia Valley Syrah