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Port Askaig 8 Years / 15 Years / 17 Years / 25 Years
Port Askaig is the well-known brand of Islay whiskies from Elixir Distillers . Launched in 2009 , we've had a lot of expressions over the years from 8 year-olds up to 45 year-olds. Today we're revisiting a few of them, and we include a 15 Year Old and 25 Year Old that we hadn't seen before.Remember all of these are single malt whiskies . Caol Ila is often part of the line-up, but also others. Port Askaig 8 yo (45,8%, Elixir Distillers +/- 2025) Nose: a slightly funky, vegetal nose. A lot of cabbage and sauerkraut, along with apple cider and hints of new rubber wellies. Then some seaweed butter, lemon rinds and a slightly mezcal-like smokiness. Hints of yeasty dough in the distance. Mouth: rather thick, with a nice balance of apple sweetness, some sourness, peppery heat and lifting coastal notes. Plenty of vegetal oils and cold ashes. Heather and brine, a touch of ginger, along with lemon juice and hints of oysters. Finish: good length, with some toffee sweetness shining through,
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Earth Day Weekend at the Farm House
Earth Day Weekend at Breckenridge Brewery: Project Green for a Greener Future At Breckenridge Brewery, Earth Day isn’t just a date on the calendar—it’s something we show up for every year. Through our annual Project Green initiative, we team up with local organizations doing real, meaningful work for the environment and celebrate the season the […] The post Earth Day Weekend at the Farm House appeared first on Breckenridge Brewery .
by Jody Peterson0 viewsbreck-gives-back - news
The 5 Best Barcelona Cooking Classes (Reviews For 2026)
Barcelona is undoubtedly one of the best cities in the world for unique architecture and rich culture, and part of that involves the food. Food culture is so deeply ingrained in the city’s culture, in fact, that it’s managed to make it all look effortless. However, it’s all too easy to fall into tourist traps or … The post The 5 Best Barcelona Cooking Classes (Reviews For 2026) appeared first on Choice Wineries .
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Portland Cider Co. Celebrates 13th Anniversary
Portland Cider Co. owners Lynda and Jeff Parrish This Saturday, April 11th from from 5-9pm Portland Cider Co. will celebrate their 13th Anniversary with a blowout party at their Clackamas Taproom + Warehouse (8925 SE Jannsen Rd). Join Portland’s oldest cidery for “honestly good cider” with a big community party featuring rare pours, cellar releases, interactive experiences, and the debut celebration of our newest core cider, Imperial Blackberry Lime. Advanced tickets are available here. Event highlights include: Rare cellar pours and limited ciders on tap Celebration of our new core cider Imperial Blackberry Lime Tattoo pop-up with anniversary flash art Permanent jewelry bar from LUXE+GOLD Face painting for families Dessert from Tipsy Scoop PDX A dedicated Imperial Cider Tent The taproom will remain open to the public for regular service, but the special warehouse pours will be available exclusively through tasting tickets. View fullsize View fullsize 🍎 Cider. Every tap will be p
by Ezra Johnson-Greenough6 viewscidereventsoregon - news
Dee Robinson – A Spirited Conversation
Dee Robinson didn’t set out to change the bourbon industry; she just wanted to make something beautiful and start a few necessary arguments along the way. She sits across from the camera in a soft cream sweater, bejeweled glasses catching the light from a Chicago window where the temperature has plunged to negative 30. Dee…
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Reports Suggest Sazerac in Talks With Brown-Forman Following Rumors of Pernod Merger
Weeks after news broke of discussions between Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman about a potential deal, Sazerac is allegedly throwing its hat in the ring. The Kentucky-based spirits producer Sazerac approached Jack Daniel’s maker Brown-Forman about a deal, sources familiar with the matter confirmed to the Wall Street Journal. Brown-Forman shares spiked following the news of Sazerac’s interest and are up by over 11 percent at the time of publication. A similar jump occurred after reports last month revealed its talks with French spirits supplier Pernod Ricard. The article Reports Suggest Sazerac in Talks With Brown-Forman Following Rumors of Pernod Merger appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley3 viewsbusinessindustrymergers-and-acquisitionsnewssazerac - news
Oregon’s own Jamie Floyd and Thomas Shellhammer receive 2026 Brewers Association Industry Awards
Jamie Floyd accepting Craft Advocate of the Year at the 2025 Oregon Beer Awards The Brewers Association (BA), the not-for-profit trade association representing small and independent American brewers, has announced the recipients of its 2026 Industry Awards. Since 1987, the annual honors have recognized individuals whose leadership, innovation, and service have made a lasting impact on the craft brewing community. Jamie Floyd, Tod Mott, and Dr. Tom Shellhammer will be officially honored during ceremonies at the Craft Brewers Conference®(CBC®) April 20-22 in Philadelphia, PA. “Each of this year’s award recipients has made a profound and lasting impact on the craft brewing community,” said Bart Watson, president and CEO of the Brewers Association. “From advancing brewing science and quality, to shaping iconic beers and advocating for independent brewers, Jamie Floyd, Tod Mott, and Dr. Tom Shellhammer represe
by Ezra Johnson-Greenough6 viewsindustry-newsawardsoregonnational - news
Canard-Duchêne P181 Organic Champagne | New Release UK
Canard-Duchêne P181: A New Era for Organic Champagne As brand owner and exclusive UK importer of Canard-Duchêne, we are proud to present the new chapter of one of the House’s most emblematic cuvées: P181. First introduced as part of the House’s early commitment to organic viticulture, P181 has long stood as a benchmark for sustainable... The post Canard-Duchêne P181 Organic Champagne | New Release UK appeared first on Champagnes & Châteaux .
by Anna Grente4 viewslaunch - news
L’importanza del lavaggio perfetto di 2 milioni di calici al Vinitaly. Ne parlo con lo specialista di Electrolux Professional partner tecnico della fiera
Intervista allo specialista di Electrolux Professional, partner tecnico di Vinitaly, che lava ca. 2 milioni di calici durante i 4 giorni di fiera del vino. L'articolo L’importanza del lavaggio perfetto di 2 milioni di calici al Vinitaly. Ne parlo con lo specialista di Electrolux Professional partner tecnico della fiera proviene da Wine Blog Roll - Il Blog del Vino Italiano .
by Wine Blog roll - Il Blog del Vino Italiano5 viewscuriosita-enoicheinterviste-enoichenotizie-enoiche-wine-newscome-lavare-calice-vinocome-lavare-calici-vetro-soffiatoelectrolux-professional - news
When a Distributor Loses a Brand, the Tax Fight May Start in the Brand Transfer Agreement
Distributors already know what happens when a supplier moves a brand. Everybody rushes to... The post When a Distributor Loses a Brand, the Tax Fight May Start in the Brand Transfer Agreement appeared first on Libation Law Blog .
by Ashley Brandt5 viewsbeer-franchise-lawsbrand-transfer-agreementdistributionwholesalersalcohol-distributorsbrand-transfer-agreements - news
Sonora: A Texas Story Worth Protecting
I’ve always loved how Texas teaches you patience. Out here, the land works on its own timeline. You can’t hurry limestone. You can’t hurry oak. And you sure can’t hurry a bourbon that’s going to be worth pouring. We make bourbon in Hye, Texas, but our gratitude has always extended beyond our fences. Garrison Brothers […]
by Rob Cordes2 viewsblog - news
Revisited: Woodinville Straight Bourbon
I’d like to thank Woodinville Whiskey for sending this review sample with no strings attached. It has been thirteen hundred, thirty-nine days since I last look a look at Woodinville Whiskey . It was the first time that I’d had one of their whiskeys, and it certainly wasn’t the last. Since that time, we’ve looked at a number of their products and liked most of them quite a bit. However, I hadn’t picked up the original bourbon again for a while. So I was very excited when they sent me this bottle in order to promote their recent bottle redesign and new 6-year age statement. God, I love age statements showing up. And it really is a lovely bottle. And since that new bottle was the entire reason I got to take another look at it, I should probably let them tell you a little about it. Woodinville's updated bottle pays homage to the traditional shape that has become synonymous with Woodinville but has been refined to reflect the ultra-premium liquid they produce. The bottle features two differ
by Eric Burke2 viewsbourboni-like-thissmall-or-craft-distillerwhiskey-reviews - news
Higher quality standard for wine judging in South-Africa
The long-established examination for wine evaluation by aspiring wine judges in South Africa has been upgraded and will henceforth be presented by the SA National Wine Show Association (SANWSA) – a significant boost to refine and maintain judging standards in wine competitions.
by SA Wine Industry4 viewsnewsveritaswine-judging - news
Reflections on Winemaker & GM at Gold Hill Winery Val Tait
Gold Hill Estate Winery is the featured winery on Wine Club Canada this month so it seemed an ideal time to share with you Reflections on Winemaker Val Tait. But just before we get into that, just in case you don’t read right to the end, here is a link to Wine Club Canada if ... Read more The post Reflections on Winemaker & GM at Gold Hill Winery Val Tait first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht5 viewsfeaturedwinevineyardsviticulture100-cabernet-francbc-wine - news
The First Rosés of the “Season”
Even though I keep harping that rosé wines should be consumed year round, the consensus still seems to be that pink wines are for warmer weather. And with that in mind, I have conducted my Annual World’s Largest Blind Tasting … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist5 viewswine - news
Review: Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Rye 10 Years Old (2026)
When it comes to rye, Angel’s Envy is best known for its always-on, rum-finished expression. But over the past few years, the brand — under the guidance of Master Distiller Owen Martin — has gradually expanded its rye lineup. That includes an inaugural Cask Strength Rye in 2023, which featured both Sauternes and toasted oak… The post Review: Angel’s Envy Cask Strength Rye 10 Years Old (2026) appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
by David Tao5 viewsamerican-whiskeyfeaturedrated-areviewsryewhiskey - news
DOC Costa degli Dei: il racconto della nuova denominazione calabrese
La DOC Costa degli Dei sceglie Roma per raccontarsi con un’idea semplice e, proprio per questo, ambiziosa: trasformare un nome evocativo in un’identità enologica leggibile, coerente e condivisa. Da un lato, la cena evento da Bencò nel quartiere Prati; dall’altro, la presenza a Beviamoci Sud nelle sale del Westin Excelsior. Due momenti diversi, quindi, ma […] The post DOC Costa degli Dei: il racconto della nuova denominazione calabrese appeared first on Decanto - Giornale di vino | Migliori vini e cantine da visitare .
by Roberto Garofalo6 viewsnotizie-ed-eventivini-bianchivini-rosativini-rossiwine-storiesabbinamenti-cibo-vino - news
Higher quality standard for wine judging in South-Africa
The long-established examination for wine evaluation by aspiring wine judges in South Africa has been upgraded and will henceforth be presented by the SA National Wine Show Association (SANWSA) – a significant boost to refine and maintain judging standards in wine competitions. This wine industry organisation’s re-instatement of the Wine Evaluation Examination under the Veritas […]
by Elsabe5 viewsfeaturedgeneralpress-office - news
Rum in the News- April 2026
Mike Kunetka shares with us in the April 2026 issue of "Got Rum?" magazine the most recent and noteworthy headlines in the rum industry.
by Mike Kunetka2 views - news
Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Undoubtedly, this eye catching bottle will be the first thing you notice. Cantina Zaccagnini has distinctively adorned this bottle with, what I assume, a piece of pruned vine and a beautifully scripted label. At least, when you head out to purchase your next bottle, you will find it on the shelf easy enough. That it […] The post Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d’Abruzzo appeared first on winemusing .
by Lisa Johnston6 viewsbest-labelbold-redsitalian-winenot-your-usualrevuse - news
Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva
Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva. In many ways my days of reviewing these “kind” of rums should perhaps have been pretty much numbered. However, this website is now over 12 years old. Now I’ve seen plenty websites come and go in that time. So I’m having quite a good innings to use a cricketing (or rounders, sorry […] The post Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva appeared first on thefatrumpirate.com .
by thefatrumpirate6 viewsdiplomatico-reserva-exclusiva2-star2-staraaged-rumdark-rumpremium-rum - news
Beverageintelligence Training Philosophy and Services
See you on our Education Roadshow in Q1 2026. We are out and about visiting 17 countries in Africa. Please contact us if you want to find out more. Please click here if you want to pre-register for Term 1 | 2026, or apply for a bursary. We believe in investing in hospitality staff to unlock Guest experience, and all of the linked returns for a property. We deliver this through our Beverageintelligence education platform, and knowledgable team of wine, bar and service trainers across Africa. ...
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Your Scattered Beery News Notes For The Lunar The Low The Looney And Perhaps Even The Ludicrous
Happy lunar loop de loop week. It’s hard to find a glimmer of good in an ugly world but the Artemis II mission into outer space did its best to try. As has the prospects of the Two-Tailed Dog Party in this weekend’s elections in Hungary. Coming in at a solid 3.27% of the vote … Continue reading "Your Scattered Beery News Notes For The Lunar The Low The Looney And Perhaps Even The Ludicrous"
by Alan6 viewsbelgiumeconomicsenglandfests-and-gatheringshopslaw - news
Wat kost een fles Moët & Chandon Champagne?
Benieuwd wat een fles Moët & Chandon kost? In deze blog ontdek je de gemiddelde prijs van Moët champagne en de verschillen tussen de populaire varianten zoals Brut en Rosé. Perfect als cadeau of om zelf van te genieten.
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