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This Weekend: Fredericksburg Craft Beer Festival Turns 5
Fredericksburg Craft Beer Festival Turns 5 Get your tickets here Five years in, the Fredericksburg Craft Beer Festival is still doing what it does best: great Texas beer, live music, and giving back to the community that makes it all possible. Mark your calendar for June 12–13 in Fredericksburg. Friday, June 12 —Texas Craft Beer Competition & Awards Dinner The weekend opens at Altstadt Brewery with the Texas Craft Beer Competition and Awards Dinner, shining […] The post This Weekend: Fredericksburg Craft Beer Festival Turns 5 appeared first on Craft Beer Austin .
by Pam Catoe15 viewscba - news
Il ruolo della mente quando bevi una birra
Quando bevi una birra entrano in gioco mente, emozioni e contesto. Scopri perché la percezione cambia più del bicchiere stesso.
by Francesco Selicato7 viewscuriosita - news
Three Bottles Sekthandwerk Hotz
This week we're drinking three Sekt from the Markgräflerland in Baden. From Hotz Sekthandwerk we taste a Blanc de Noirs Brut 2022, a Chardonnay Brut 2023 and an Auggener Letten Steingrube 2022.
by saufwein19 viewschardonnaypinotnoirbadengermanywhitebubbles - news
Champagne Michel Gonet: one to watch, if they aren’t already on your radar
Website: https://en.gonet.fr/champagne Michel Gonet have properties in Bordeaux, as well as their grower Champagne operation. They have a sizeable 38
by jamiegoode18 viewschampagnefeatureslatest - news
Sundays Are For Sebastian Revisited (#81)
I am in Korea with the family for the first time this week, and as I sometimes do while traveling, I revisit a Sundays Are For Sebastian. This comes from about eleven years ago when Seba was six. Sebastian is … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist21 viewsfamilyhumorkidsseba - news
🍷 The Italian Wine Rule That Confuses Almost Every Tourist
I once watched a tourist stare at a glass of wine in Italy as if he’d just been personally... The post 🍷 The Italian Wine Rule That Confuses Almost Every Tourist appeared first on The Finest Italian Wine .
by Kelly Chidi-Ogbonna22 viewshistorywine-italyabout-wineitalian-wineitalianswine-glass - news
Californian Cabernet shows a cool side
For a region (or should we say a 'state') that has the perhaps dubious accolade of being the fourth biggest producer of wine in the world, California features strangely rarely in our glasses at this far flung end of the Earth. But two recent encounters with big bold reds from the sun drenched climate of California (which made 81% of all United States wine, in 2020*) have forced a rethink of hot climate red wines. Not least because California also has cooler climatic pockets, as the second vintag...
by Joelle Thomson4 views - news
June 7: Dean Martin’s Birthday
It's Dean Martin's birthday. Born Dino Paul Crocetti in Steubenville, Ohio in 1917, Dean was the very epitome of the suave drinker. He did it all: he crooned, he acted, he did comedy, he was a bootlegger, he dealt blackjack in a speakeasy, he boxed, he was a key member of the Rat Pack, he hosted highly successful shows on TV for 20 straight years. And he drank heroically all the while and, what's more, he made it look easy. After he ascended to the Great Lounge in the Sky in 1995, the people he was least likely to drink with, namely his children and Jerry Lewis, tried to discount Dino's boozing prowess. But those he did drink with, namely the Rat Pack and assorted other carousers, said Dean, as Frank put it, was the Captain of their Olympic Drinking Team. True story: When the great man died, the lights of the Vegas Strip were dimmed in his honor. And rightfully so.
by Frank Kelly Rich6 viewstoday-s-reason-to-drink - news
Peloponnese Wine Roads
In the heart of the Mediterranean, where the cradle of Western civilization meets the azure expanse of the Ionian and Aegean Seas, lies the Peloponnese. It is a land defined by its dramatic topography—a rugged, mountainous peninsula that has served as the stage for the legends of Hercules and the birthplace of the Olympic Games. […] L'articolo Peloponnese Wine Roads proviene da The Wolf Post Wine Magazine .
by Veronica L.5 viewswine-other-storiespeloponnese-wine-roads - news
St. Kilian CIGAR MALT: Der ideale Begleiter für Zigarrenliebhaber
St. Kilian Distillers aus Rüdenau erweitert die Core Range um einen neuen Single Malt, der speziell für den Genuss mit Zigarren konzipiert wurde.… Der Beitrag St. Kilian CIGAR MALT: Der ideale Begleiter für Zigarrenliebhaber erschien zuerst auf WHISKYFANBLOG.DE .
by Jörg Bechtold31 viewsnewsnotesandreas-thummlerbourboncigar-maltdeutschland - news
Giugno in Cantina 2026: un mese di degustazioni e appuntamenti nelle cantine del Ponente Ligure
Luoghi del buon bere aperti per tutto il mese di giugno nel Ponente Ligure. Giugno in Cantina 2026 è la nuova iniziativa dell’attivissima rete di imprese Vite in Riviera (23 aziende con sede nelle province di Imperia e Savona), che propone una ricca serie di appuntamenti tra botti, filari, toccando anche altre suggestive location. Tutti […] L'articolo Giugno in Cantina 2026: un mese di degustazioni e appuntamenti nelle cantine del Ponente Ligure proviene da insidewine .
by Redazione insidewine16 viewseventi-enogastronomicieventi-lombardia - news
Alcoholic Daze - Chapter 4
The continuing saga of Alcoholic Daze.... Over the coming years, we repeated our August booze cruises to France or Germany, taking Snoopy with us. It was a great way of holidaying abroad with the dog , getting the satisfaction of being somewhere foreign and enjoying life under canvas. Snoopy used to hate the return part of the journey as it involved visiting an extremely tall, dark and handsome young vet near Calais who produced awfully thick hypodermic needles to inject the anti-worming preparation necessary for the pet passport paperwork at Dover. As before, we used a nearby camp-site to Cite Europe on our return journey and, as before, stocked up with a years' supply of wine. Again, as before, we were always lucky if we had a single bottle left to celebrate at Christmas, but very little of it was consumed by me. I was beginning to see a pattern forming. By the time we were nudging our fifties, Greg suddenly became ill. He first had a series of small heart attacks
by noreply@blogger.com (ADDY)3 views - news
Connective tissue
Senate bean soup. Being an antipodean, I had no idea such a soup existed, though the idea of pork and beans has frequently punctuated my life. After reading the recipe and the story behind it, in the NY Times, I felt a call to action. The whisper of several powerful forces. . . Winter, pork, memory, simplicity. . . I used my mum’s old slow cooker. An old Tiger brand thermal cooker from the 1990’s. A pot within an insulated pot. . . I used the inner chamber to heat and cook all the ingredients (400g dried navy beans, 3 carrots, 2 potatoes, 2 ham hocks, a onion, five garlic, half a tablespoon of paprika, a large pinch thyme, pepper, salt, a knob of butter and 2L of water) and then left it overnight. After an 8 hour sleep the soup was still steaming and 65 degrees C. At this point mash the potatoes and a small portion of beans, stir into the soup; break up the pork meat and remove the bones and skin. The soup will gleam with goodness and connective collagen. . . As
by noreply@blogger.com (Edward)21 views2024chardonnayi-remembermornington-peninsulapinot-noirsoup - news
Bendigo's best foot forward
2025 Mondillo Central Otago Pinot Noir RRP $58Bendigo may be situated 80 kilometres from Queenstown but its latest 2025 Pinot Noir reflects all the majestic beauty of the deep south. The new 2025 vintage (officially released in July this year) shows the estate’s silkiest side with this wine's velvety smooth mouthfeel layered over purity of dark fruit in a wine with a savoury mid palate. Its vibrancy reveals an accessible and approachable wine to enjoy now, in its youth, and its firm structure ...
by Joelle Thomson4 views - news
Turkey Flat Sparkling Shiraz NV
Epic autumn appeal, a fireside friend in winter, stunning in spring or an evening poolside treat during summer, sparkling Shiraz is such a versatile drink and deserves more kudos than being seen as a one-trick pony for Christmas lunch. Batch 19 of this Turkey Flat is matured using the Solera system, spending up to 36 months in seasoned oak, then another year in bottle before it was released in 2025. Juicy mulberries, blueberry paste and Black Forest cake roll out the welcome mat. Dark cherries frolic about with dense dark chocolate brownie notes. A well-balanced dosage is the key to bringing all elements together. Fruit bun spices run out to a persistent finish - that length! Such a great fizz and party starter, big love! 94/100 Region: Barossa RRP: $60 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
by noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)22 views50-15090-94ptsbarossanvshirazsparkling - news
Beer In Ads #5261: Bockbier Aus Der Actienbrauerei Basel
Two years ago I decided to concentrate on Bock ads for awhile. Bock, of course, may have originated in Germany, in the town of Einbeck. Because many 19th century American breweries were founded by German immigrants, they offered a bock at certain times of the year, be it Spring, Easter, Lent, Christmas, or what have […]
by Jay Brooks20 viewsart-beerbeersbreweriesjust-for-funadvertisingbock - news
Hiatus Beers Non Alcoholic Lager
These Hiatus non alcoholic beers are well worth exploring. This lager is a most respectable drink. Jules Ryan is at the helm at Hiatus. With some serious brewing knowledge and experience after stints at Stone & Wood, Balter and Little Creatures, he saw a hole in the market that he has filled admirably with his Hiatus beers. Brewed as normal, it then undergoes the process of removing alcohol. Malty with a delicate citrus presence and low in bitterness, this is a clean and crisp lager. It's a beer of good shape with a decent length, but given the choice, I'd run to the Pacific Ale in the range. Curiously, there are a few commercial, large-production non-alcoholic lagers on the market, and I much preferred this to them. Over to you... 90/100 RRP: ~$5, ~$70 (24x 375mL cans) Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
by noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)20 views10-or-less50-150beernon-alcoholic - news
Vin Sol Flōrus Fiano 2025
A great little Fiano! Can I keep the review at that? Armed and ready for long lunches, the presence and interest delivered elevate this Vin Sol Flōrus Fiano. Expected cut pears and poached pears are joined by a sizzling splash of lemon juice. The perfume from little white flowers adds aromatic delight. Almond meal and ginger add savoury nuances, but I'm leaning into the tonic-like texture that plants itself on the mid-palate that seemingly refuses to move. The hum of ginger and cinnamon spices on close builds a terrific moreishness. It's a really smart Fiano that I'd happily recommend. 92/100 Region: McLaren Vale RRP: $27 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
by noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)22 views20-302590-94ptsfianomclaren-vale - news
Review: Beach Cocktails by Allyson Reedy
The post Review: Beach Cocktails by Allyson Reedy appeared first on Social Sips .
by Nicole MacKay19 viewsbook-reviewcocktailscookbook - news
Just a few cognacs and armagnacs
Castillon ‘V.S.O.P.’ (40%, OB, cognac, Fine Champagne, +/-1975) A de Fussigny ‘2050’ (40%, OB, 2024) Domaine d’Embidoure ‘XO’ (42%, OB, armagnac, +/-2025) Château Hontambère 2014/2026 (54.5%, OB, for Le Blog à Roger, Ténarèze, folle blanche, cask #H1, 100 bottles) Vallein-Tercinier 2020/2025 (64.3%, Piacere Rinato, Fins Bois) Michelet 2018/2025 ‘Lot nr. 18’ (64.9%, Piacere Rinato, Grande Champagne) Baron de Sigognac 1973 (46.2%, Old Master Spirits, bas armagnac, +/-2026) Guillaume Duluc ‘Napoléon’ (70%, Authentic Spirits, Grande Champagne, +/-2026)
by Serge Valentin3 views - news
Historic Beer Birthday: Ernest G.W. Woerz
Today is the birthday of Ernest Gottlieb Wilhelm Woerz (June 6, 1834-May 9, 1916). He was born in Stuttgart, Stadtkreis Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, but emigrated to the U.S. as a young man and immediately started working in the brewing business, spending a dozen years at the Yuengling Brewery before becoming brewmaster at New York City’s […]
by Jay Brooks21 viewsbirthdaysjust-for-funhistorynew-york - news
Ohio appeals wine retailer shipping decision to the U.S. Supreme Court
On June 5th, Ohio notified the Sixth Circuit that it has filed a petition for a writ of certiorari with the U.S. Supreme Court, appealing the Sixth Circuit’s decision in Block v. Canepa, which held that Ohio’s discriminatory wine retailer shipping law and alcohol importation restriction laws as unconstitutional. It further requested that the filing [...]
by Irish Liquor Lawyer6 viewsliquor-case-discussion - news
2012 Spottswoode Cabernet Sauvignon, From St Helena in Napa Valley
Photo ©Michael Kelly The Winery Photo from Spottswoode Website The Winery was established in 1882 by founder Mrs. Albert Spotts. The property was later acquired in 1972 by Mary and Jack Novak. Mary released their first Cabernet Sauvignon in 1982, one hundred years after its founding. They have consistently received high praise and scores for […]
by mkellywine15 viewsuncategorizedgilbert-fireplace-bbq-snapa-cabernet-sauvoignonnapa-valleynapoleon-bbq-grillsspottswoode-winery - news
Cedar Ridge QuintEssential Peat & Sherri 2nd Anniversary: The American Single Malt You Didn't Know You Needed
These QuintEssential American Single Malt special releases from Cedar Ridge Distillery are exactly that: special. With a distinct spotlight on Cedar Ridge’s winemaking foundation alongside Iowa distilled malt and a noteworthy age on these blends for the ASM category, Quint and the team at Cedar Ridge have truly tapped into something special here. Following the award for Best American Single Malt at the World Whiskey Awards for the 1st anniversary of Pete & Sherri, the 2nd anniversary release...
by Jes Smyth15 viewsfull