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Historic Beer Birthday: William Leonard Hoerber
Today is the birthday of William Leonard Hoerber (April 5, 1849-May 7, 1933). He was the son of German-born John L. Hoerber, who founded the John L. Hoerber Brewery in 1858, after emigrating to Chicago, Illinois. William was brought up in the family business and took over the brewery after his father passed away in […]
by Jay Brooks8 viewsbirthdaysbreweriesjust-for-funchicagohistoryillinois - news
Historic Beer Birthday: Richard Katzenmayer
Today is the birthday of Richard Katzenmayer (April 15, 1839-October 3, 1893). He came with his family to America from the Bodensee, the European lake that borders Germany, Austria and Switzerland. They settled in New York City, and his father, John Katzenmayer, was a bookkeeper for a brewery there, A. Schmid & Co. John Katzenmayer […]
by Jay Brooks7 viewsbirthdaysjust-for-funbrewers-associationhistorynew-york - news
Scale Without Sacrifice: Inside Guigal’s Côtes du Rhône
Wine professionals are routinely asked variations of the same question: what is a reliable, reasonably priced bottle for everyday drinking? In practice, the answer often points to wines that are widely available through grocery stores and large retail channels. Côtes … Continue reading →
by suds777@comcast.net6 viewsuncategorizedaffordable-winesampuiscote-roticotes-du-rhonedrinks-about-price-point - news
A mini verticale of indie Glen Moray
Glen Moray 15 yo 2010/2025 (57.2%, Archives, the Fishes of Samoa, barrel, cask #800570, 104 bottles) Glen Moray 21 yo 2003/2025 (53%, Maltbarn, bourbon, No. 249, 181 bottles) Glen Moray 1975/1986 (61.2%, Scotch Malt Whisky Society, #35.2)
by Serge Valentin2 views - news
J.J. Corry 23 Years (for Whiskybase)
J.J. Corry is a brand of Irish whiskey founded in 2015 by Louise McGuane. They are reviving the historical practice of whiskey bonding in Ireland, sourcing spirit from multiple distilleries. Maturation and blending takes place at their Atlantic rackhouse at Cooraclare Farm.They have a couple of ongoing expressions like The Gael (malt+grain) and The Hanson (grain), but today we're looking at a 23 year old single cask whiskey . It is bottled exclusively for Whiskybase.
by Ruben6 viewsireland23yobonder-s-editionjj-corrysingle-caskwhiskey - news
Nick Dokoozlian Receives Inaugural Ag Tech Leadership Prize
Triple Helix Institute for Agriculture, Climate, and Society — a nonprofit that aims to build cross-sector engagement and public understanding around ag tech — announced Dr. Nick Dokoozlian as the … The post Nick Dokoozlian Receives Inaugural Ag Tech Leadership Prize appeared first on American Vineyard Magazine .
by Malcolm Media5 viewsfeatured-postindustry-newsnon-videoag-tech-leadershipclimate-week-nycgrapex - news
ARS Research May Help Save Grapes from Smoke Damage
The USDA Ag Research Service is helping grape growers and winemakers save wine grapes impacted by wildfires by finding a natural solution to remove the unpleasant flavors caused by smoke … The post ARS Research May Help Save Grapes from Smoke Damage appeared first on American Vineyard Magazine .
by Malcolm Media6 viewsfeatured-postindustry-newsnon-videogordonia-alkanivoransgrape-researchsmoke-taint - news
ASEV Names 2026 Best Paper Award Recipients
The American Society for Enology and Viticulture (ASEV) announced the recipients of its 2026 Best Paper Awards, recognizing two studies that offer practical insights for vineyard management and winemaking decisions. … The post ASEV Names 2026 Best Paper Award Recipients appeared first on American Vineyard Magazine .
by Malcolm Media7 viewsfeatured-postindustry-newsnon-videoamerican-journal-of-enology-and-viticultureamerican-society-for-enology-and-viticulturepinot-noir - news
Trinchero Partners with Non-Alcoholic Wine Leader
Libby Beverage Company and Trinchero Wine and Spirts in California have partnered up to bring more non-alcoholic options to consumers. Trinchero announced the sales and marketing partnership in early April, … The post Trinchero Partners with Non-Alcoholic Wine Leader appeared first on American Vineyard Magazine .
by Malcolm Media6 viewsfeatured-postindustry-newsnon-videocalifornia-wine-industrygrant-hemingwaylibby-beverage-company - news
Whether I’d buy the brilliant and slightly controversial Oakridge $300 mega Chardonnay
How much is too much for great Australian Chardonnay? Forgive my rhetoric, but please play along with me here. What’s your dollar boundary on Aussie Chardonnay? Is it different compared to something fancy and French? Obviously, any answer is couched […] The post Whether I’d buy the brilliant and slightly controversial Oakridge $300 mega Chardonnay appeared first on Australian Wine and Drinks Review .
by Andrew Graham6 viewswine2023chardonnaylongeryarra-valley - news
Why Enotourism Is the Most Powerful Force Reshaping Luxury Travel Right Now
Enotourism · Luxury Travel · Cultural Experiences By Jamie Knee, Petite Wine Traveler Forget everything you thought you knew about wine tourism. The world’s most sophisticated travelers aren’t just visiting vineyards anymore, they’re using wine as a portal to culture, place, and meaning. And the brands, tourism boards, and luxury hospitality groups that understand this… The post Why Enotourism Is the Most Powerful Force Reshaping Luxury Travel Right Now appeared first on Petite Wine Traveler .
by Petite Wine Traveler6 viewsenotourismluxury-travel-guidetravel-with-petite-wine-travelerwine-travelwine-travelseuropean-wine-travel - news
Report: Sazerac Offered $15 Billion to Buy Brown-Forman
Sazerac reportedly offered around $15 billion to buy Brown-Forman. The offer comes after news of discussions for a potential deal between French spirits producer Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman, followed by rumors that Sazerac also approached the Louisville, Ky.-based whiskey giant. Brown-Forman’s shares are trading at $29.57 at the time of publication. Sazerac offered to buy Brown-Forman for $32 a share, the Wall Street Journal reports. Brown-Forman’s stock has climbed 25 percent since the initial reports of its discussions with Pernod. Its shares were down just over 2 percent this morning before word of the Sazerac offer was published. The article Report: Sazerac Offered $15 Billion to Buy Brown-Forman appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley3 viewsbusinesseconomicsindustrymergers-and-acquisitionsnews - news
Vasse Felix Filius Chardonnay
Vasse Felix is one of the Margaret River’s first wine estates. The Filius is a good white wine. Wine review by Lisa Johnston (thewinemuse). The post Vasse Felix Filius Chardonnay appeared first on winemusing .
by Lisa Johnston7 viewsaustralian-winemargaret-riverrevusesavoury-whiteswhite-wine - news
Elephant in the Room Stupendous Shiraz
Elephant in the Room Stupendous Shiraz is a bold juicy red from South Australia. Wine review by Lisa Johnston (thewinemuse) The post Elephant in the Room Stupendous Shiraz appeared first on winemusing .
by Lisa Johnston6 viewsaustralian-winebest-labelbold-redslanghorne-creekred-winerevuse - news
Hop Rhizomes are now in stock and ready to plant!
Hop Rhizomes are perennial, ornamental, have a great aroma and you can use your homegrown hops to brew beer with. They’re very easy to plant and just need a sunny spot with well drained soil and plenty of water to plant them. You can plant them next to a fence, a tree, a trellis, anything […]
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Canadian Craft Brewers Association Announces Successful Merger with the Coalition of Canadian Independent Craft Brewers
The Canadian Craft Brewers Association (CCBA) is pleased to announce that members have approved a merger with the Coalition of Canadian Independent Craft Brewers (CCICB) at the CCBA Annual General Meeting held on April 15, 2026. The post Canadian Craft Brewers Association Announces Successful Merger with the Coalition of Canadian Independent Craft Brewers first appeared on Canadian Craft Brewers Association .
by hilary.hoogsteen@ccba-ambc.org4 viewsnews - news
Historic Beer Birthday: August Krug
Today is the birthday of August Krug (April 15, 1815-December 30, 1856). Krug was born in Miltenberg, Bavaria, Germany, but when he was 33, in 1848, emigrated to the U.S. and settle in central Wisconsin. He opened a restaurant and the following year, 1849, added a brewery, which was known then as the August Krug […]
by Jay Brooks7 viewsbirthdaysbreweriesjust-for-fungermanyhistorywisconsin - news
Shopping and Inventory Features in BeerSmith 4
This week I take a closer look at the new inventory system in BeerSmith 4 which lets you maintain both
by Brad Smith5 viewsbeersmith-softwarehomebrewingbeersmithbeersmith-4inventoryshopping-list - news
Interview with CJ and Dr. Elise McCollum of McCollum Heritage 91 Wines
Great photo of CJ and Dr. Elise McCollum. We have an electric interview with you today. One of the most exciting newer wine brands out of Oregon, McCollum Heritage 91is the brainchild of CJ and Dr. Elise McCollum. CJ is a former Portland Blazer legend and Dr. Elise is a dentist who have started this brand together. It is an exciting development that they have purchased a a 318-acre vineyard property in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA. All wines are made by Gina Hennen, the talented winemaker at Adelsheim. I think you will really enjoy hearing CJ and Dr. Elise’s story in wine. Here is my exclusive interview with CJ and Dr. Elise McCollum of McCollum Heritage 91 OB: Can you talk about how you both met and how wine has impacted both of your lives? CJ and E: Elise and I met in college through a mutual friend and have been together for almost half of our lives. We’ve been fortunate enough to explore the food and beverage industry all across the United States – from restaurants to wineries, this ind
by Owen Bargreen2 views - news
Global Travel & Tourism Surges to Record $11.6 Trillion in 2025, Outpacing World Economy and Redefining Growth Dynamics
Travel & Tourism has firmly consolidated its position as the world’s fastest-growing economic sector in 2025, delivering a record-breaking performance that not only surpasses pre-pandemic benchmarks but also significantly outpaces overall global economic growth. New data released by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), in collaboration with Chase Travel as Lead Research Partner, underscores […] The post Global Travel & Tourism Surges to Record $11.6 Trillion in 2025, Outpacing World Economy and Redefining Growth Dynamics appeared first on Liz Palmer .
by lizpalmer4 viewsuncategorized - news
Urban Energy, Rural Roots: The Perfect Blend of Valparaíso and Casablanca Valley
The vibrant port city of Valparaíso and the cool vineyards of the Casablanca Valley form a compelling partnership along Chile’s central coast. Blending urban creativity with rural tradition, this dynamic alliance showcases world-class wines, innovative gastronomy, and authentic cultural experiences, positioning the region as a premier destination for wine tourism and sustainable development. The post Urban Energy, Rural Roots: The Perfect Blend of Valparaíso and Casablanca Valley appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
by Giovanni Escarate5 viewswine-storiesbestofwinetourismcasablancaculturevalparaisowinetourism - news
Giving Cork a Second Life
Our Partnership with ReCORK Every bottle of wine tells a story—and even after it’s opened, that story doesn’t have to end. For centuries, natural cork has been used to seal wine bottles—dating back to at least the 1600s, when it became the preferred closure for preserving and aging wine. It’s a tradition that has endured […] The post Giving Cork a Second Life appeared first on Sweet Cheeks Winery .
by Emma Bradway5 viewsramblingscork-environmental-benefitscork-recyclingeco-friendly-wine-packagingeugene-oregongreen-winemaking-practices - news
Sweeten the Pot
There is one ancient beer style that survives today but few breweries will attempt. It is a little mysterious, often misunderstood, and can be difficult to brew.
by Paul2 viewsreviewsbraggotfour-bullets-breweryrichardson - news
What Does Vintage Mean in Wine?
When I first started in the wine world, I had no idea what vintage meant. Honestly, I had never even heard of the term before. I quickly learned this is a very important term to understand as you embark on your wine journey. The vintage is the year on the wine label. It is most often on the main label of the wine […] The post What Does Vintage Mean in Wine? appeared first on Wine 365 .
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