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Mount St Bernard Trappist Brewery launches UK trade store

Mount St Bernard Trappist Brewery, the only producer of Trappist ale in England, has launched a new UK trade store and mailing list for independent bottle shops, pubs, bars and hospitality businesses. Using trade store integration from Breww, the UK’s leading brewery software management tool, the platform allows domestic trade customers to order cases and...

Sarah Branquinho Talks Growth, Change & the Future of Travel Retail at TFWA Singapore 2026

Alcobrew Refreshes White & Blue Whisky with New Packaging and Refined Blend

According to the company, this marks the whisky’s most elevated packaging expression since its launch in 2012. New Packaging Design features for White & Blue Whisky: Embossed branding on the bottle's sides and front Refined bottle silhouette Cleaner label design featuring new logo and velvet-touch finish Straight-sided profile with minimal curvature, replacing the previous tapered bottom Uttar Pradesh will be the first market to receive the whisky in its new packaging, with other regions set to follow in a phased rollout. White & Blue Whisky, the company’s flagship offering in the semi-premium segment, went on to become one of the fastest-growing millionaire brands within a short span of time. Ashutosh Rajput, COO, Alcobrew Distilleries, said the brand has always reflected the bold vision and innovative approach of founder Romesh Pandita. Refined Blend Alongside the packaging revamp, Alcobrew has also refined the whisky blend itself. The updated expression is said to delive

Amrut Pravas: A Spirit of Journey

      Amrut Distilleries Unveils Amrut Pravas at TFWA Singapore           A Landmark Global Travel Retail Launch Celebrating India’s Spirit in Motion Amrut Distilleries recently launched internationally, Amrut Pravas at TFWA Singapore underway from May 10 to 14. Crafted exclusively for global travel retail, Amrut Pravas is a whisky born for the modern traveller, discovered in transit, experienced across borders, and remembered long after the journey ends. The unveiling at TFWA Singapore marks a defining moment in Amrut’s expanding global travel retail journey, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to bringing authentic Indian luxury and craftsmanship to discerning whisky enthusiasts worldwide. Amrut has transformed perceptions of Indian single malt whisky across the world since its international debut in 2004. What began as a bold ambition from Bangalore evolved into a globally celebrated single malt movement, earning admirati

Smart Wine Tourism in the AI Era: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Wine Tourism Experiences, Marketing, and Customer Engagement

The Great Wine Capitals Global Network is inviting wine tourism professionals, wineries, destination managers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to explore how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the future of the wine tourism industry in general, and what tools and approaches wine tourism businesses use today in their products and processes. The post Smart Wine Tourism in the AI Era: How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Wine Tourism Experiences, Marketing, and Customer Engagement appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .

Wine Tourism and Seafood Excellence in Verona: L’Oste Scuro

Local Winner of the 2025 Best Of Wine Tourism Award for the category “Culinary Experiences” and People's Choice Awards, Verona's L'Oste Scuro pairs exclusive wild seafood with an extraordinary 1.100-label cellar. The post Wine Tourism and Seafood Excellence in Verona: L’Oste Scuro appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .

Three Things We Learned about Sicilian Wine

Sue and I recently returned from a trip to Sicily. We had a great time and learned a lot about the region and its history, the people and their culture, and, of course, the wines. Here are a couple of things we want to share with you about our experience. Sicily vs Italy Sicily is […]

Vino 2025, il report OIV: meno vigne e meno calici, ma il futuro è di chi sfida clima e dazi

L’Organizzazione Internazionale della Vigna e del Vino (OIV) ha pubblicato la sua panoramica annuale sulla situazione del settore vitivinicolo mondiale, presentando i dati relativi alla produzione, al consumo e al commercio internazionale nel 2025. La vendemmia trema tra clima e dazi, ma il valore del vino mondiale resta superiore al pre-Covid Gli ultimi dati mostrano […] L'articolo Vino 2025, il report OIV: meno vigne e meno calici, ma il futuro è di chi sfida clima e dazi proviene da insidewine .

André Chemin Champagne

This family-owned grower Champagne house was founded by André and Micheline Chemin in 1948 in Sacy, a Premier Cru village in the Montagne de Reims region of France. The house has remained family-operated for over 70 years and is currently managed by the third generation, Sébastian and Eva Chemin. They own 6.5 hectares of vineyards,…

Which Red Burgundies Are Dominating 2026

Latest Data Makes One Thing Very Clear The post Which Red Burgundies Are Dominating 2026 appeared first on Moncharm Wine Traders .

mesh Riesling 2025

One of my favourite wines to review. The story goes that Jeffrey Grosset and Robert Hill-Smith were contemplating buying the same vineyard at the same time, but instead of outbidding […]

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Lyons Will Greenways Hill Gamay 2025

  The debut commercial release of the Greenways Hill Gamay comes from a new estate vineyard that is planted on the next ridge over from the winery. I must say, it's a glorious vista looking out to that vineyard from the cellar door. I don't have an up-to-date copy of the bottle pic, which has Greenways Hill across the front in large font, but you get the idea...  Planted 510 metres above in 2021 to eight Gamay clones to bring diversity and fill the palate, this is a juicy, slurpable thing that does show its youth. Having said that, strap in for a thrilling ride, because if this is the start of the journey, brace for where things are headed. Fine, with a greeny tinge on opening as a result of its youth, I can see this bringing the hype as the vines mature. Awash with purple fruits and blueberries, there is a delicate lick of Campari that oozes appeal. The mouthfeel is lacey which heightens its approachability, and particularly on the second and third day of tasting, those gree

[Longform] “Sembrava miele” | Il sapore del Vin Santo (fatto in casa)

Dario Nardini è docente di Antropologia culturale all’Università di Padova. Appassionato di vino da sempre, negli ultimi anni è riuscito a farne anche un tema di ricerca, nell’ambito di un progetto dedicato alle “economie informali” legate alla produzione, alla circolazione … continua »

The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles 5.18.26 – 5.24.26

Weekly Guide to the Best Things to Do in LA Monday A Giant 5 LB. Burger Debuts at Holey Moley Golf Club Craving something fun, a little challenging, and delightfully over-the-top? Check out the latest zany culinary creation, courtesy of the buzzworthy Holey Moley Golf Club, “The Giant Burger.” Holey Moley Golf Club, the immersive indoor mini-golf destination […] The post The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles 5.18.26 – 5.24.26 appeared first on hoopLA .

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Memorial Day Batch Mocktails

Celebrate with flavor and ease using these Memorial Day batch mocktails! Perfect for enjoying the long weekend with family and friends, without the alcohol!

Modern Brews + Beats Podcast #251: Tricia / The Hoppy Hound

A chemical engineer by trade, Tricia wanted to leave the corporate grind and use her skills in service of her love of beer and dogs. We talked with Tricia about […] The post Modern Brews + Beats Podcast #251: Tricia / The Hoppy Hound appeared first on NTX Beer .

Girlie Non-Alcoholic Sangria

Nothing says summer quite like sangria, but we’re doing it Girlie style! This non-alcoholic Sangria is light and citrusy making it perfect for summer hangs.

Lane's End Cabernet Franc 2024

  My first look at a Cabernet Franc from the Macedon Ranges. Sourced from a nearby grower as the estate vineyard is planted to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, now 40 years old. The fruit sees 14 months in French oak (15% new). It shows that leafy trait that the Cabernet family tends to do, and it absorbs my attention probably more than it should. That green astringency is a bit off-putting initially, delivering herbal and green capsicum things. Blackberries, blackcurrants and a faint flicker of raspberries do their best to swim against the tide, not to mention some dried purple flower aromas, but they can't get out and shake it off. Some acidity pokes out with puckering tannins that are youthful. I suspect this needs more time to fuse together. 88/100 Region:  Macedon Ranges RRP:  $40 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to   Qwine here Follow:  Instagram ,  LinkedIn  and  X

Bruichladdich 2010 versus 1969

Bruichladdich 13 yo 2010/2024 ‘release 9.1’ (63%, Dramfool’s Jim McEwan Signature Collection, premier grand cru supérieur Sauternes barrique, cask #2339, 236 bottles) Bruichladdich 15 yo 1969/1985 (54%, Gordon & MacPhail for Intertrade & Turatello)

Bowmore 2005 (The Whisky Jury)

I sometimes get the question 'which distillery should I look into?' and then Bowmore is always one of my answers. They've taken an impressive leap forward from the horrible violet-infused production and the mediocre wine finishes. A few years ago we started to see a new style of spirit, full of fruits, even tropical fruits. Today these can be found in several official bottlings. At the same time independent bottlers seem to have access to more Bowmore again, and seem to embrace the new style.At the Limburg Whisky Fair a lot of people talked about two Bowmore 2005 expressions, the one from TWA and this one from The Whisky Jury . 

Things to Do in Yountville: Wine, Art, and the Best Patios in Napa Valley

The post Things to Do in Yountville: Wine, Art, and the Best Patios in Napa Valley appeared first on Handwritten Wines .

Afternoon Brief, May 18

Why More Wineries Are Betting on High-Volume Wines: Accessible, higher-volume SKUs are helping producers build resilience in a difficult wine market...