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Whiskey Of The Month – April 2026 – Michter’s Ten Year Old Bourbon

Once again, Michter’s has won our whiskey of the month. This is one of the best ten year old whiskeys that we have tasted from Michter’s. I have to believe that this ten year old Bourbon was distilled at Michter’s... Continue Reading →

Are UK breweries keeping their cool?

Steve Ennis, manufacturing sector manager for Aggreko, unpacks the findings of company’s latest temperature control survey, and maps out future cooling strategies for the sector amid rising temperatures, squeezed capex budgets, and the ongoing F-gas phasedown. The broad umbrella of industrial HVAC plays a critical – yet often unsung – role in the UK brewing...

PICCOLI, PICCOLISSIMI A VINITALY 2026

Vinitaly non è solo la scintillante vetrina di cantine blasonate o la grande piazza di scambi commerciali tra buyers e produttori di vino. Rappresenta anche l’occasione per molti piccoli e piccolissimi produttori di farsi strada in punta di piedi e presentare i propri progetti. Durante l’ultima edizione, abbiamo avuto occasione di conoscere due micro realtà […]

Continuano le serate di OST – Osteria Stellata Temporanea – che promuove la ristorazione, i vini e i luoghi magici del Casentino

OST – OSTERIA STELLATA TEMPORANEA Dopo il sold out della prima serata proseguono le cene in luoghi magici del Casentino Ristoranti del territorio incontrano chef stellati del panorama nazionale Parte del ricavato sarà devoluta ad AVIS Casentino Dopo il sold out della prima serata proseguono gli appuntamenti con OST (Osteria Stellata Temporanea), progetto enogastronomico […]

Fresh fish

Assuming a 12-month best-before, I drank these Lough Gill beers six days after they came off the canning line. It's not a metric I pay a whole lot of attention to, in fact I think the importance of freshness is massively overstated by a certain sort of beer geek who are marks for the breweries, but I thought I should mention it on the rare occasion it happens. "NEIPA" proclaims the headline on Nectaron Drift , even though its 4.5% ABV might boggle the minds of any visiting Vermonters. The "drift" means that Comet, El Dorado and Citra are also in the hop mix. It's a fairly standard beaten-egg yellow murk job, and there's a lovely spice aspect to the aroma: fresh grass and rocket leaves, to an almost peppercorn intensity. The flavour carries that right through without much change. I know Nectaron is from New Zealand, and their hops tend to have Germanic roots, but I've never encountered Nectaron tasting so Saaz-like. Isn't it supposed to be fruity? Regardless, it's lovely. The other hops

How to prepare your palate for tasting

Why does the same drink sometimes taste completely different from one day to the next? It might seem like the wine, beer or spirit has changed but more often, it’s your senses. Subtle shifts in your palate, your environment or even your level of hydration can affect how clearly you perceive aromas, flavours and texture. Tasting is central to any WSET qualification, but it’s also a skill that improves with awareness and preparation. By creating the right conditions for your senses, you give yourself the best chance of experiencing a drink as it truly is. Here’s how to prepare your palate for more accurate, confident tasting. Key considerations for preparing your palate Ensure you have a clean, neutral palate Before tasting, your palate should be as neutral as possible. Strong or lingering flavours can mask more delicate characteristics and distort balance. Before tasting, you should avoid: strongly flavoured foods toothpaste or mouthwash coffee, cigarettes or chewing gum In short, if it

World Marselan Day 9: All Systems Go!

The ninth World Marselan Day is this Monday, April 27, but we will be uncorking bottles over the weekend in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen. See ...

Querciabella Riservas: King of the Tuscan Hills

Is there a more delicious wine right now than Querciabella’s newly arrived Chianti Classico Riserva from the glorious 2021 vintage? From an estate ensconced in the Tuscan countryside, this 100% Sangiovese offers luscious black cherry notes, thyme, lavender, spice and a long life ahead. We opened a bottle on Monday with the team to see […] The post Querciabella Riservas: King of the Tuscan Hills appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .

Leeuwenkuil Heritage Syrah 2022 – The wait is over

Have you ever had a wine that stops you dead in your tracks? This has been our experience of the Leeuwenkuil Heritage Syrah 2022. Not only has it received a near-perfect score from Platter’s (99 points), it also recently scored 97 points (blind!) in the Winemag Prescient Report – an enormous achievement. In both instances, […] The post Leeuwenkuil Heritage Syrah 2022 – The wait is over appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .

P&P Preferred ABVs For IPAs

A review of “Drops of God” Season 2

The series “Drops of God” is back for another installment, this time with what feels like even higher production value and most importantly, correct wine information overall. Season 1 focused on the blind tasting competition set up by wine critic Alexandre Léger for his daughter, Camille Léger and illegitimate son, Issei Tomine. Now that we know they’re siblings, a new quest arrives in the form of a mysterious bottle that Alexandre wasn’t able to identify during his lifetime. Well, the dynamic half-sibling duo makes short work of that, zipping off […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription.

Calibre Spirit Australian Rum – May 2026

There is nothing more special than watching passion and commitment manifest into a sensational product from people you know. In this case, a Single Cask, Single Origin rum made to the ‘Rhum Batterie’ tradition – The Calibre Spirit Australian Rum! It was award winning at 4 years old, and EXCLUSIVE to the Tribe we have […] The post Calibre Spirit Australian Rum – May 2026 appeared first on The Rum Tribe .

Why Vineyard Resorts Are Becoming Popular in Nashik

Over the last decade, Nashik has transformed from a weekend getaway destination into one of India’s most sought-after wine tourism hubs. While the city has always been known for its rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty, travelers today are increasingly choosing vineyard resorts in Nashik for a more immersive and memorable experience. Unlike traditional hotels, […] The post Why Vineyard Resorts Are Becoming Popular in Nashik first appeared on Soma Vine Village .

North British 1991 34 Years (Tri Carragh / Thompson Bros)

A review of two recent North British 1991 34 Years from Tri Carragh and the Thompson Bros (for The Whisky Exchange).

Justin Crossley Announced as Homebrew Con 2026’s Headline Speaker

Homebrew Con 2026 Just Got a Whole Lot Louder The American Homebrewers Association (AHA) is thrilled to announce that Justin Crossley, broadcaster, homebrewer, and one of the most recognizable personalities […] Read More The post Justin Crossley Announced as Homebrew Con 2026’s Headline Speaker appeared first on American Homebrewers Association .

Let's Debunk Alcohol Myths- Sake Is Rice Wine

Il ruolo nascosto della birra nei ristoranti che funzionano

La birra al ristorante non è più un dettaglio. Scopri come può migliorare l’esperienza del cliente e far crescere davvero il tuo locale.

Complesso di Calimero | Il vino italiano continua a sentirsi piccolo anche quando domina il mondo

Ci sono articoli che non dicono nulla di davvero nuovo ma riescono a mettere in fila le cose nel modo giusto. Lo scorso 9 aprile, nella rubrica europea di The Economist , è uscito un pezzo che centra un paradosso … continua »

How A Port Vintage Is Declared

April 23 is St. George’s Day, but what does that have to do with declaring a Port vintage? And what goes into the declaration of a vintage? And for that matter, what in the world does it mean to have a vintage for Port wine “declared,” anyway? These questions and many more are answered by […] The post How A Port Vintage Is Declared appeared first on Wine 365 .

NZ regulator blocks Kegstar–Konvoy merger

Image supplied. " data-large-file="https://www.beerandbrewer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/KonvoyKegs_Shoot1_jbelnick_-3-1.jpg" /> New Zealand blocks Kegstar-Konvoy deal as Australia’s competition watchdog escalates its own investigation. The post NZ regulator blocks Kegstar–Konvoy merger appeared first on Beer & Brewer .

Need to get beer into the bottles without excess O2

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Paul Broadbent joins Tito’s Vodka’s new international team to drive Oceania and East Asia growth

Broadbent has joined Tito’s Handmade Vodka as Regional Manager for East Asia & Oceania, as the brand looks to grow its presence in the region.

Michter’s 10-Year Rye Whiskey (2023) Scoresheet & Review

The whiskey industry has seen no shortage of brand reincarnations, particularly of previously legendary names like Kentucky Owl, Black Maple Hill, and even Michter’s. Although little remains of the original distillery, Michter’s (previously Shenk’s followed by Bomberger’s) was once a centerpiece of Pennsylvania whiskey. Now the brand exists as a premium Kentucky-based outfit nearing the […]

Trans-Tasman scrutiny for Kegstar-Konvoy deal

New Zealand blocks Kegstar-Konvoy deal as Australia’s competition watchdog escalates its own investigation.