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Homebrew Blitzed
I used to enter homebrew competitions far more regularly, then kids happened and brewing took a bit of a back seat for a few years. Eventually though, things eased up and brewing become a more regular part of life, getting a proper kegerator definitely helped, as did getting a chest freezer for cold fermentation and then lagering. For the last couple of years I have brewed, on average, once every three weeks - well, the kegerator won't feed itself after all, and getting beer on tap in my own kitchen is freaking awesome. Admittedly I dipped a toe back into competition world last summer when I submitted a couple of brews to the Dominion Cup, but not knowing that feedback is now online rather than sent in the mail, I have no idea how they fared, other than not getting any gongs. To be honest, I didn't actually know that until Sunday morning when a friend told me that feedback was through the app for Virginia Beer Blitz, which was on Saturday. I entered three beers in this year's competiti
by noreply@blogger.com (Alistair Reece)31 viewshomebrewvirginia-beer-blitzwafflings - news
Inside Akashi-Tai’s drive to champion sake in the UK
The UK's leading premium sake brand, Akashi-Tai, is strengthening its position in the UK market with guided tastings and high-end cocktail collaborations. The post Inside Akashi-Tai’s drive to champion sake in the UK appeared first on The Drinks Business .
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New Zealand Winegrowers appoints new CEO
New Zealand Winegrowers announced today that it is appointing Anishka Jelicich as its next Chief Executive Officer from the end of July 2026.Winegrowers' Chair Fabian Yukich describes Anishka as a stand-out candidate with a deep understanding of the New Zealand wine industry, combined with extensive global knowledge and experience. "She offers strong credentials in navigating complex international environments, a deep understanding of policy and trade and a proven ability to build alignment...
by Joelle Thomson4 views - news
Dublin's west coast
A couple of weeks ago, I made a return visit to Urban Brewing to see what was new. I'm not sure if it's a positive sign that the big winter beers which were there in December were still on: the Wee Heavy and Winter Stout, though it's nice that more people get to enjoy them, perhaps. New was an American Cream Ale , a style we almost never see in Europe, never mind Ireland. I'm not much of a fan, but that doesn't usually stop me. It's the yellow-green shade of a Golden Delicious apple and very slightly hazy. The aroma is that of a pilsner: clean, crisp grain husk and a gently fresh grassiness. While there's a bit of lagerishness in the flavour, and moreso in the texture, sitting in the middle is a huge honking mass of perfume or fabric-softener taste. Bleuh. The brewery says they've intended it for session drinking (it's 5% ABV) but before the half-way point of a half pint, I was finding it tough. I had been expecting bland, so getting something actively unpleasant was a shock. This migh
by noreply@blogger.com (The Beer Nut)4 viewsamerican-cream-aleelderberry-redemerald-voyagerurban-west-coast-double-ipa - news
Denton Shed Chardonnay 2024
Wine review: Denton Shed Chardonnay 2024 I recently poured a glass of the Denton Shed Chardonnay 2024, and it’s a perfect pairing for enjoying the last of our warm weather.… The post Denton Shed Chardonnay 2024 appeared first on The Cheeky Vino wine blog .
by The Cheeky Vino18 viewswhite-wine-reviewsaustralian-winevictorian-wineyarra-valley - news
Vin de France Cleverly Hitting the Spot
That classification opens new doors for us. The post Vin de France Cleverly Hitting the Spot appeared first on MidWeek Wines .
by Brian Elliott9 viewsreviews - news
Los Angeles Weekly Roundup
The Best Things to Do in LA 3.30.26 – 4.5.26 Monday Butterfly Pavilion Opens at the Natural History Museum Witness mother nature at its finest as the annual Butterfly Pavilion at the Natural History Museum is now open. The seasonal exhibit displays colorful plants and up to 30 beautiful butterfly and moth species taking flight around […] The post Los Angeles Weekly Roundup appeared first on hoopLA .
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Derwent Estate’s rare Tassie soil
Derwent Estate’s top chardonnay and pinot noir are named Calcaire as a result of the soil. The winemaker of 22 years standing, John Schuts, says this is a unique pocket of land in Tasmania.
by Huon Hooke21 viewswinery-spotlightsbouchard-pere-et-fils-puligny-montrachet-2020chablischampagnecote-d-orderwent-estate-calcaire-chardonnay - news
La Vieste en Rose: il vino rosa si racconta
C’è un momento, all’inizio dell’estate, in cui alcune città smettono di essere solo luoghi e iniziano a raccontarsi. Il 1° giugno 2026, Vieste lo fa attraverso un colore: il rosa. La settima edizione de La Vieste en Rose torna con un’idea semplice solo in apparenza: mettere il vino rosato al centro non come prodotto stagionale, ma come chiave di lettura di un territorio. Non una festa del vino, ma un dispositivo narrativo. Il rosato come linguaggio mediterraneo C’è un passaggio interessante nelle parole di Giuseppe Carrus: «Il rosato è probabilmente il vino che più di ogni altro racconta il Mediterraneo. Non per moda, ma per natura.» È una posizione che sposta il discorso dal mercato al paesaggio. Luce, sapidità, immediatezza: elementi che prima ancora di stare nel bicchiere stanno fuori, nel Gargano, nel vento, nella rifrazione del mare. In Puglia questa relazione è storica. Vitigni come Negroamaro, Bombino nero e Nero di Troia non producono rosati per adattamento, ma per vocazione. U
by La Fillossera - Innesti di vino e cultura20 viewspress-eventeventivino - news
My Ode to Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a Timeless, Mysterious Poet
by Brent Gushowaty4 views - news
Better Understanding the Mental Side Effects of Cannabis Addiction
The reality is that cannabis use has become more and more socially acceptable in recent years. There are many reasons for this. However, one of the biggest reasons is that many states in the U.S. have made cannabis legal for recreational use. This can make people think that cannabis use is harmless. This is not […] The post Better Understanding the Mental Side Effects of Cannabis Addiction appeared first on Lantana Recovery: Addiction Treatment Rehab Center .
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What if I Keep Relapsing?
Many people avoid recovery a second or third (or more) time because they fear that they will keep relapsing. The question of “What if I keep relapsing?” can keep people stuck in their addiction for far too long. The real question should be, “What if recovery works this time?” The answer to that question is […] The post What if I Keep Relapsing? appeared first on Lantana Recovery: Addiction Treatment Rehab Center .
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Drops of SunGod: Michel Rolland and China
“Focus on the vineyards.” That was the advice Michel Rolland—the wine world’s most famous consultant—gave during a 2012 Shanghai panel called China Wine Revolution. Rolland, ...
by boyce8 viewsuncategorized - news
Exploring Rare Mondeuse Blanche Wines in Brittany
The Grape Wizard describes a week-long holiday in Brittany, where I discover a new grape for €9. This rare grape complements local dishes. Keep your hands of the obvious and use your eyes for the undiscovered !
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From Archives 2008 : India Wine Challenge 2008 Launched
Posted: Sunday, 29 March 2026 11:04 From Archives 2008 : India Wine Challenge 2008 Launched February 28 2008:
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Happy Easter
This week, I am starting gruelling dental treatment to fill a gap where a tooth was removed during the Covid pandemic. I find it hard to chew on that side and sought out a local specialist dentist who does implants. He has glowing reviews on his website. He took a CT scan of my mouth and did measurements and declared that he didn't feel confident doing an implant, as there is not enough bone density to insert an implant that would otherwise come into contact with a nerve within millimetres of it. Even if he injected artificial bone to augment the bone density, he still feels the implant would fail and cause me 18-months of painful treatment that would fail. He is THE MAN to do implants and even lectures on the subject at University College London, so, if he says it is not possible, then I believe him. He could have just taken my money and done a bad job, but was at least honest. He suggested a bridge would solve the problem more than adequately, so I am starting that treatment on
by noreply@blogger.com (ADDY)16 viewsbridgeeastereaster-treeimplantteeth - news
The Best Wine Accessories That Make a Difference
If you’ve ever strolled down the wine aisle at Williams Sonoma or fallen into a late-night Amazon rabbit hole (guilty), you know the wine accessory world can be overwhelming. What do you mean I need an electric aerator that can age wine in .5324 seconds?! $200 decanters shaped like dolphins? Preservation systems that cost more … The post The Best Wine Accessories That Make a Difference appeared first on Choice Wineries .
by Kevin O'Neill9 viewsblog - news
From Backyard Bounty to Bottle: The Story of Our Special Release Agave Spirit
What if the secret to a truly unique spirit was growing right in your neighbor's yard? Join us as we unveil the extraordinary journey of our Special Release Agave Spirit, crafted from a local Agave Americana that found its way from a Santa Rosa Beach backyard to our distillery. It's a story of local bounty, unexpected craftsmanship, and a spirit unlike any other.
by Brian Rabon2 views - news
24 Years Educating About Petite Sirah Since October 2002
Petite Sirah’s US History Since 2002 In 2005, I began my wine blog. I was the first female publicist in the world to do so. Tom Wark was the first male publicist to begin one, ahead of me, and he told me he’d never write about his clients. I was honest and told him I […] The post 24 Years Educating About Petite Sirah Since October 2002 first appeared on Wine Blog .
by Jo Diaz20 viewswineblue-tooth-tourdark-deliciouspetite-sirahps-i-love-you-petiterhone-variety - news
Wet Jacket Wine Experience at The Hour Glass – March 2026
On Thursday I had the pleasure of attending (for the second time) an evening presented by Dan from Wet Jacket & hosted by Jenna and her team at The Hour Glass in New Plymouth. Dan provided 6 new wines from both the Wet Jacket and Putangi labels, all matched with delicious bites from Jenna’s kitchen, […]
by JB Wine Guy23 viewsnz-wine-newswine-tastingscentral-otagowet-jacket-wines - news
GSN Review: Woodinville 6-Year-Old Straight Bourbon
This truly small-batch bourbon starts with traditionally grown corn, rye, and malted barley. All of the staple grains are cultivated exclusively for Woodinville on the Omlin Family farm in Quincy, Washington. The grains are mashed and distilled in the Woodinville distillery, then trucked back over the Cascade Mountains for barreling and aging in their private […]
by frodelicious19 viewsspirits-liqueurswoodinville-6-year-old-straight-bourbon - news
GSN Review: Cocktail Kingdom Ceramic Lantern Mug & Lucky Cat Barspoon
Cocktail Kingdom’s newest launches, the Lucky Cat Barspoon and Lantern Mug, bring the symbolism of continued fortune and festive design to the home bar all year long. Inspired by the iconic maneki-neko (招き猫, lit. ‘beckoning cat’) known for attracting prosperity, the stainless steel barspoon pairs playful design with everyday function, making it a stylish tool for stirring cocktails […]
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Vinitaly 2026 – Le cantine da non perdere e tutto ciò che devi sapere sulla fiera del vino italiano
Le selezione di Francesco Saverio Russo delle migliori Cantine da non perdere al Vinitaly 2026 L'articolo Vinitaly 2026 – Le cantine da non perdere e tutto ciò che devi sapere sulla fiera del vino italiano proviene da Wine Blog Roll - Il Blog del Vino Italiano .
by Wine Blog roll - Il Blog del Vino Italiano19 viewsnotizie-enoiche-wine-newsselezioni-viniazienda-vinitaly26cantine-vinitalymigliori-cantine-vinitalymigliori-vini-vinitaly - news
A Tour of Wine Grapes: Colombard
Colombard (or Colombar) Photo from Pancrat on Wikimedia Commons The name Colombard likely comes from the French word for dove, "colombe". Legend has it that the grape was so named because its white, dusty berries match the color of a dove's plumage. It is a natural cross between Chenin Blanc and Gouais Blanc. This makes it a sibling to Chardonnay and Riesling. Colombard was among the most-planted white grape varieties in France but is also found in California’s Central Valley, Texas as well as South Africa, Australia, Thailand and Israel. Before Chardonnay took over in the 1990s, Colombard (often called "French Colombard" in the U.S.) was the most planted white grape in California. Historically a "workhorse" grape in blending, it has played a major role in both distilled spirits (Brandy) and mass-market "jug wines.” For decades, it was the grape used in nearly every generic "Chablis" or "Hearty White" jug wine sold in the U.S. But, in the recent past, French wine producers have began u
by Marc Kirkpatrick4 views