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Montpeyroux 2026

These wines were part of the larger Languedoc tasting that took place from 1-6 June in Pézanas, France. The wines were tasted by appellation, vintage, and color during the days. They were in a quasi-blind state wherein labels were covered, but easily referenced in a list. For more information on the wines and current trends, please see the Regional Report. For full access, please purchase a Personal Subscription or Commercial Subscription.

AOC Malepère 2026

These wines were part of the larger Languedoc tasting that took place from 1-6 June in Pézanas, France. The wines were tasted by appellation, vintage, and color during the days. They were in a quasi-blind state wherein labels were covered, but easily referenced in a list. For more information on the wines and current trends, please see the Regional Report. For full access, please purchase a Personal Subscription or Commercial Subscription.

AOC Languedoc 2026

These wines were part of the larger Languedoc tasting that took place from 1-6 June in Pézanas, France. The wines were tasted by appellation, vintage, and color during the days. They were in a quasi-blind state wherein labels were covered, but easily referenced in a list. For more information on the wines and current trends, please see the Regional Report. For full access, please purchase a Personal Subscription or Commercial Subscription.

AOC Saint Chinian 2026

These wines were part of the larger Languedoc tasting that took place from 1-6 June in Pézanas, France. The wines were tasted by appellation, vintage, and color during the days. They were in a quasi-blind state wherein labels were covered, but easily referenced in a list. For more information on the wines and current trends, please see the Regional Report. For full access, please purchase a Personal Subscription or Commercial Subscription.

AOC Cabardès 2026

These wines were part of the larger Languedoc tasting that took place from 1-6 June in Pézanas, France. The wines were tasted by appellation, vintage, and color during the days. They were in a quasi-blind state wherein labels were covered, but easily referenced in a list. For more information on the wines and current trends, please see the Regional Report. For full access, please purchase a Personal Subscription or Commercial Subscription.

Hose selection | Why it matters to your brewery

A brewery’s output is only as good as the weakest link in its transfer system. Selecting the right hose is not a minor procurement detail, it is an essential strategy for strict quality assurance and sustained financial performance. Here is why hose selection matters in breweries In the brewing industry, massive investments are routinely funnelled...

How Long Does Fentanyl Stay in Your System?

Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that has become a major concern across the United States. While healthcare providers may…

Flavor Compounds In Wine

Nero d'Avola red wine variety

Why is Nero d'Avola red wine variety is taking off in Australia

Whiplash, Nine Story Pagoda, Pineapple & Thai Basil Sour, 3.8%

My local Petrol Station doubles as a corner shop when I run out of milk. They stock a fine selection of Craft Beer too & I often pick one up when I’m in. Today’s pick was a Pineapple & Thai Basil Sour from Dublin based brewery Whiplash. They’ve collaborated with a nearby Asian restaurant called … Continue reading Whiplash, Nine Story Pagoda, Pineapple & Thai Basil Sour, 3.8% →

WineaPAWlooza 2026 Marks 13th Year with Record Turnout, Raises Nearly $1.93 Million for Jameson Humane

Napa Valley’s most beloved charity wine auction drew its largest crowd ever, with a 6L bottle of 1994 Screaming Eagle that sold for $290,000 headlining a weekend of giving for animals 06.29.26 NAPA VALLEY, Calif. — WineaPAWlooza, the Napa Valley wine community’s signature charity auction benefiting Jameson Humane, celebrated its 13th anniversary this past weekend […] The post WineaPAWlooza 2026 Marks 13th Year with Record Turnout, Raises Nearly $1.93 Million for Jameson Humane appeared first on The Napa Wine Project .

Two New Expressions Join Arran Whisky

Arran Single Malt expands its Australian portfolio with award-winning core […]

INSIDER DEAL! 68% OFF Tooth & Nail Winery El Sabio Freston GSM

92-93 points! Get this $84 bottle from the Don Quixote line (normally reserved for wine club members) at a fraction ... Read more

Kenya 2000L Turnkey Automatic Brewing System Solution

As Kenya’s craft beer market continues to expand, the customer planned to build a modern brewery with a high level of automation, stable operation, and easy management. Their goal was to ensure consistent product quality while reducing labor costs and improving production efficiency. Based on the customer’s brewery layout, production capacity, and process requirements, MICET […]

Tasting Highlights from the 2026 Monticello Gold Cup and Rose’ Tasting

From left to right: Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Katie Frazier, Competition Chair Frank Morgan, and Hark Winemaker and 2026 Monticello Cup winner AJ Greely Here are the top twelve gold medal wines from the 2026 Monticello Cup Competition (wines from wineries in the Monticello AVA), that form the Monticello Gold Case: Afton Mountain […]

Bartender of the Year 2026 Returns and Registrations are Still Open!

Australia’s bartending elite are once again being called to the bar, with the return of the Bartender of the Year competition for 2026, sponsored by Spirits Academy. The multi-stage showdown is designed to separate the well-trained from the world-class. Structured to test every facet of the craft, the competition moves far beyond simply making good… The post Bartender of the Year 2026 Returns and Registrations are Still Open! appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .

Go Big or Go Home: Tres Agaves Launches The Great Garnish Takeover

Move over, basic lime wheels! The era of the maximalist garnish has officially taken over the backbar. Tres Agaves has just launched The Great Garnish Takeover, a vibrant new campaign celebrating the art of audacious, over-the-top cocktail presentation. To pull it off, the organic tequila and mixer brand teamed up with Olive My Pickle—the fermentation-forward [...] The post Go Big or Go Home: Tres Agaves Launches The Great Garnish Takeover appeared first on Chilled Magazine .

How Bar Clara found success through simplicity

Photography by Kit Edwards Down neon-lit stairs and through a curtained doorway in Melbourne’s Chinatown, Bar Clara offers respite from the city noise. Since opening in 2019, owner and general manager, Joel McKenzie, has built its reputation for consistency, restraint, and connection. McKenzie’s approach is grounded in early experiences around the table. “Special dinners with… The post How Bar Clara found success through simplicity appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .

The Bartender Review: Tequila Cazcanes—The New Cult Brand?

Welcome to Chilled’s Bartender Review: The latest bottles, reviewed by the pros. Reviewed by Lauren Castano, Chilled Ambassador, Tequila Sommelier, Educator. Almost all their recent drops and special releases over the last couple of years seem destined to sell out. So what makes this brand so special? The name Cazcanes pays homage to the Caxcan people, an Indigenous [...] The post The Bartender Review: Tequila Cazcanes—The New Cult Brand? appeared first on Chilled Magazine .

HQ Build-Out: Episode 3

In this episode, I walk you through the wall prep in all its unglamorous detail, the hammered-copper gate reveal (genuinely exceeded expectations — one coat of Rust-Oleum and I was standing there, a little stunned), and the new window treatments.

Cool Down in Wine Country: The Best Ways to Beat the Heat in Temecula Valley

When the sun is at full volume, slip into a dark corner. Temecula's hidden bar scene is one of the most underrated experiences in wine country, and it keeps getting better! The post Cool Down in Wine Country: The Best Ways to Beat the Heat in Temecula Valley first appeared on Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association .

🎧316: Three-Cornered Alfalfa Hopper: Monitoring, Models, and Management

316: Three-Cornered Alfalfa Hopper: Monitoring, Models, and Management Three-cornered alfalfa hopper (TCAH) is the only confirmed insect vector of grapevine red blotch virus in Vitis vinifera,...

Make Distilled Strawberry Water or Strawberry Soda

Several years ago, I bought a home “water distiller” on Amazon. There are tons of different ones on Amazon. My model appears to be discontinued but here is the page of lots of similar ones. The one I bought I made sure had settings that would go past the boiling point of alcohol (78C) and […] The post Make Distilled Strawberry Water or Strawberry Soda first appeared on Alcademics .

Gordon & MacPhail Strathislas, distilled twenty years apart

Gordon-MacPhail-Strathislas-distilled-twenty-years-apart.html Strathisla 27 yo 1997/2024 (55.7%, Gordon & MacPhail, Connoisseurs Choice, for HNWS 19th Anniversary, Taiwan, refill American hogshead, cask #47798, 224 bottles)