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The TFL Syrah dinner and a beautiful essay by Tracy Kennard
The Rhône dinner at Vinegar Hill House was delicious (thank you Jean Adamson) and fantastic. At least we thought so. Did you? It’s always a good sign when you have to kick people out for the evening. (Not my idea but legalities prevailed.) The room glowed at the Rhône dinner at Vinegar Hill House. The winner of a casual survey for best bottle of the night was the 2017 Dard & Ribo St. Jo. Blanc. Roussanne. If you have turned your nose up on the whites from the North, specifically from D&R, reconsider that please. These are stars. VHH has urged us to make these dinners a regular feature, so Fitch and I are working on something super fun for, dare I say, September. A couple of PSAs for this week. Lower East Side Wine Shop Alert! For skin contact wine lovers, Doreen Winkler has opened up her tiny but sweet Orange Glou. As the name implies, the focus is exclusively on orange wines and it’s within a quick jaunt of Skin Contact and Ten Bells. 264 Broome Street (at Allen St.) on the Lower East
by Alice Feiring4 viewsuncategorized - news
How to Recover When Your Partner Gets Sober
Interview with Chantal Jauvin, author "Love Without Martinis."
by Sarah Allen Benton LMHC, LPC, LCPC, AADC1 view - news
SOW S2 EP48 PENDERYN: A WELSH WHISKY RENAISSANCE
This week's guests on Spirits of Whisk(e)y are the trio who quite literally run, distill, and blend Penderyn, the first whisky made in Wales in over 100 years. Listen and learn how CEO Stephen Davies, Distillery Manager Lauren Davies, and Master Blender Aista Phillips followed unlikely career paths to making award-winning single malt whiskies and other spirits at the Welsh Whisky Company and its Penderyn Distillery, in the foothills of the magnificent Brecon Beacons in South Wales. Then hear Chef Louise Leonard talk Welsh culture and cocktails with Rhino Williams, the Wales-born master bartender and owner of Lost Property Bar in Hollywood, California. Check us out at EatsDrinksTV to watch this episode.
by Kerry Moynahan1 view - news
Jackie O’s Brewery – among region’s finest
West Virginia Beer Roads gets the guys at Jackie O’s Brewery in Athens, Ohio, to pour out some of the best interview information that we have ever had. Upcoming releases, new projects, overcoming challenges—there seems to be exciting developments around… Continue Reading… The post Jackie O’s Brewery – among region’s finest appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewsappalachiacraft-beerpodcastroad-tripsjackie-o-s-brewery - news
Introducing The Castello Fire Team
Meet “Cavalieri del Fuoco" The post Introducing The Castello Fire Team appeared first on Castello di Amorosa .
by Jim Sullivan6 viewsblogdario-sattuinapa-valleycastello-estatecastlenapa-valley-castle - news
Great Gifting on a Budget: Thoughtful & Affordable Ideas
Finding the perfect gift doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or holiday, a well-chosen present can make all the difference without breaking the bank. That’s why we explore every corner of the world—especially the United States—to bring you the.. Read More
by contact@dcwineandspirits.com (sam-gera)1 view - news
SOW S2 EP47 Kavalan: World-Class Whiskies from Taiwanese Spirits
This week's guest on Spirits of Whisk(e)y is Kaitlyn Tsai, Global PR Officer at Taiwan's Kavalan Distillery, recognized by the spirits press as maker of multiple best-in-class whiskies, including the celebrated Vinho Barrique. Listen and learn how Kaitlyn went from a successful career in film production to representing Taiwanese whisky before a global audience, in the process being named Icons of Whisky's 2021 "World Whisky Brand Ambassador." Then hear Chef Louise Leonard wax delicious over pairing Kavalan Classic with Pork Belly Bao—a match made in culinary heaven! Kaitlyn Tsai, is the winner of the 2021 Icons of Whisky World Whisky －Brand Ambassador of the Year award. She also holds a communication degree from one of Taiwan's most prestigious universities. She brings to her passion for whisky some high-level film industry experience, having worked closely with one of Taiwan's most revered documentary directors, the late Po-lin Chi, on his masterpiece series: "Beyond Beau
by Kerry Moynahan1 view - news
Screech Owl Brewing advances in market
A lot is happening at Screech Owl Brewing in Preston County, WV. This majority woman-owned brewery is making big advances in production and in sales as it expands its market across West Virginia and western Maryland. West Virginia Beer Roads… Continue Reading… The post Screech Owl Brewing advances in market appeared first on BrilliantStream .
by Charles Bockway and Erin McCoy3 viewsbreweriescraft-beerpodcastwest-virginiascreech-owl-brewing - news
Alejandro Fernandez – a tribute
The post Alejandro Fernandez – a tribute appeared first on Iberian Wine Tours .
by Simon6 viewsuncategorised - news
Flip it & Sip it
The post Flip it & Sip it appeared first on Allagash Brewing Company .
by Brett Willis6 viewsbeer-101blogallagash-whiteflip-swirl-sipflipswirl - news
S2 EP46 Glendalough: Whiskey from Ireland's Valley of Two Lakes
This week's guest on Spirits of Whisk(e)y is Donal O'Gallachoir, Co-Owner & US National Brand Manager at Ireland's Glendalough Distillery, in County Wicklow, just south of Dublin. Founded by five friends, including Donal, with a mutual love of Irish whiskey and Irish lore, the distillery is located in a narrow glacial valley—"Glendalough" is Irish for "the valley of two lakes"—in the Wicklow Mountains, the historical and spiritual home of the legendary St. Kevin, whose image graces each and every bottle of award-winning whiskey, gin, and poitín it produces. After the interview, let your taste buds run wild as Chef Louise Leonard discusses pairing Glendalough's Seven-Year Single Malt finished in Porter casks with a whiskey- and beer-fortified Venison Hunter's Stew topped with a Sorrel Chimichurri. St. Kevin approved! Check us out on EatsDrinksTV .
by Kerry Moynahan1 view - news
The One About White Wine Grapes
As well as world-class sparkling wine, the UK also produces wonderful still white wines from a variety of grapes. They are mostly lesser known than the likes of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, but nonetheless very drinkable. Most of these grapes thrive in our cooler climate. This is a short guide to the characteristics of some...
by Wine Cellar Door Editorial6 viewseditorialbacchuschardonnaywhite-wine - news
English White Wine Grapes: A Guide to UK Varieties & What They Taste Like
England and Wales now produce a wide range of still white wines — crisp, aromatic, mineral, off-dry and everything in between — made from a mix of cool-climate German crossings, classic French varieties and a few delicious oddballs. Most are lesser known than Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc, but they thrive in our cooler climate and […]
by Wine Cellar Door Editorial4 viewseditorialbacchuschardonnaywhite-wine - news
SOW S2 EP45 Breaking the Barrel: Oak Bills & Whiskey Blends
This week's guest on Spirits of Whisk(e)y is Seth Benhaim, Founder & CEO of L.A.'s Infuse Spirits, makers of Broken Barrel Whiskey. Listen and learn how this inveterate entrepreneur went from infusing premium vodka with fresh and dried whole fruit to creating a range of whiskeys that employ broken barrel staves in an oak bill unique to each expression. Plus we catch up on what's new with past guest Matt Hofmann, Master Distiller at Seattle's Westland Distillery, in the first edition of "Whiskey Whereabouts." Then savor Chef Louise Leonard's suggestions for pairing Broken Barrel's Fen Walker, a blend of American whiskeys finished in peated Islay cask and Spanish sherry staves, with Salted Dark Chocolate Bread Pudding topped with Dried Cherries and Whiskey Whipped Cream. Yum! Listen to this episode on EatsDrinksTV .
by Kerry Moynahan1 view - news
S2 EP44: Distilling the Cotswolds—The Rebirth of English Whisky
This week's guest on Spirits of Whisk(e)y is Daniel Szor, Founder & CEO of The Cotswold Distilling Company, operators of Cotswolds Distillery in Shipston-on-Stour, a small town in Warwickshire, England. Listen and learn how this native New Yorker went from managing currency investments in Paris and London to making exceptional English single malt whiskies, as well as a range of distinctive gins, in the British Midlands. You can even read about his story in Daniel's 2020 autobiography, Spirit Guide: In Search of an Authentic Life. Then work up an appetite with Chef Louise Leonard's suggestions for pairing Cotswolds Dry Gin with Homemade Potato Chips, Lavender-Citrus Crème Fraîche, and Caviar. Enjoy! To watch this episode visit us at EatsDrinksTV .
by Kerry Moynahan1 view - news
Five Awesome Ways To Celebrate Father’s Day with SanTan Brewing & SanTan Spirits
Live Comedy Show, Tours, Eats, Drinks + Join Our Club The post Five Awesome Ways To Celebrate Father’s Day with SanTan Brewing & SanTan Spirits appeared first on SanTan Brewing Company .
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La Montañuela: The Future of Vermont
I spent May Day in Vermont, catching up on the wines that I had tasted pre-bottling from the 2020 vintage and finishing my visits. I rented a car in Hudson. They were out of the economy models and presented me with a huge SUV as a free upgrade—a Land Rover Sport. “I’m not getting into that,” I said. But I did and test drove it to Warren Street where I was compelled to drop some money at the new shop, Grapefruit Wines. It’s a great addition to Hudson. Homey and filled with great bottles. Back in the leather seats of the SUV, I tentatively figured out (mostly) the technology, and by the time I hit Lake George, I had to admit, I loved riding around in the literal seat of luxury. And on a more practical note, it did handle the sloppiness of mud season very safely. My trip’s focus was on tasting, meeting and foraging but still there were a few fun tips I picked up to pass on to you. Creemees, the local term for soft-serve, are trending. But like the fabulous Sonoma-based Straus, the best on
by Alice Feiring4 viewsuncategorized - news
S2 EP43 Hiram Walker & Sons: Colossus of Canadian Whisky
This week's guest on Spirits of Whisk(e)y is Dr. Don Livermore, Master Blender at Hiram Walker & Sons Limited . Located in Windsor, Ontario, just across the Detroit River from Motor City, the historic Hiram Walker & Sons Distillery is Canada's oldest—and North America's largest!—and home to a vast range of spirits and brands, including a distinguished quartet of Canadian whiskies: J.P. Wiser's, Lot No. 40, Pike Creek, and Gooderham & Worts. Listen and learn how "Dr. Don," who this year celebrates his silver anniversary at Hiram Walker, parlayed deep agricultural roots and a knack for science into a quarter-century of innovation and dedication to advancing the craft of Canadian whisky. Then delight to Chef Louise Leonard's suggestions for pairing Hiram Walker's rum barrel-finished Pike Creek 10-Year Canadian Whisky with her take on the classic Puerto Rican Mofongo, featuring fried chicken skin, charred pineapple, and pickled habañero onions.
by Kerry Moynahan1 view - news
Ask Adam: Why Are Sake Cups So Small?
The No. 1 rule when consuming sake with others is that you are never supposed to pour your own glass. It’s a serving tradition in Japan known as shaku suru or kumu, and it’s a way to show your guests you honor and respect them. The article Ask Adam: Why Are Sake Cups So Small? appeared first on VinePair .
by Adam Teeter6 viewsreading-about-drinkingglasswarejapansake - news
How We’re Addressing the Issue of Sexual Harassment in Craft Beer
The post How We’re Addressing the Issue of Sexual Harassment in Craft Beer appeared first on Allagash Brewing Company .
by Brett Willis7 viewsinside-allagashblog - news
Italian Sake Is Made With Risotto for a Distinct Taste
When Misal Memeo and Nicola Coppe decided to create a line of Italian sake, they knew they’d have some obstacles to overcome. First, no one had ever made a truly Italian sake before. Second, how could they make a product that would both appeal to the Italian palate and stand out in a market saturated with wine and craft beer? And third, neither of them really knew how to make sake. The article Italian Sake Is Made With Risotto for a Distinct Taste appeared first on VinePair .
by Coral Sisk6 viewsreading-about-drinkingitalysake - news
Minerality, an outdated update.
I first wrote about the nebulous wine descriptor Minerality in May of 2011. And so, I felt it was time for an update, thinking that much has been discovered, and new insights have clarified the subject for wine enthusiasts. But, alas, not so. Its definition and characteristics are still being variously described and utilized. The only thing that is quite clear, is that wine critics, critic-wannabes and wine journalists are routinely using Minerality as a key characteristic to describe virtually any type of wine, and how it transcends or otherwise differentiates it from the typical, uninspiring components of acidity, tannins, sugar, and alcohol. With that in mind, here is an outdated update, as current as it gets: When I first attended wine tasting classes, it was not unusual to hear the phrase gout de terroir (goo de tare-wahr — taste of the soil ) ascribed to the wines that we were evalu,ating. The concept seemed esoteric and elusi
by noreply@blogger.com (tom)3 views - news
S2 EP42 - The Terroir of Whiskey: A Distiller's Journey
This week's guest on Spirits of Whisk(e)y is Rob Arnold, Master Distiller at Firestone & Robertson Distilling Co., in Fort Worth, Texas, makers of TX Whiskey. Fort Worth, aka Cowtown, was at one time home to the world's largest horse and mule market. Now, however, thanks to the pioneering work of this third-generation whiskey professional and bona fide Renaissance man, it's a center of whiskey innovation. Listen and learn how the author of Shots of Knowledge: The Science of Whiskey (2016) and The Terroir of Whiskey: A Distiller's Journey into the Flavor of Place (2021) left his native Louisville to blaze his own whiskey trail, in the process earning a PhD in plant breeding and genetics at Texas A&M University. Then whet your appetite with Chef Louise Leonard's suggestions for pairing TX Pedro Ximénez sherry cask-finished Straight Bourbon with an exquisite Spanish flan, featuring flambéed apricots, cherries, and plums. This decadent dessert, which picks up the bour
by Kerry Moynahan1 view - news
Remembering Tomas Estes – 7 questions
In a 2018 audio interview, the famed Tequila Ambassador reflects on his life On October 30, 2018 Tomas Estes came to our home in Tlaquepaque, Mexico to interview us for... The post Remembering Tomas Estes – 7 questions appeared first on TasteTequila .
by Scarlet3 viewsblog