National bottle bill likely to land in Congress soon
West Coast lawmakers plan to introduce a national container deposit bill that one advocate says has a better chance of passing than past proposals because of wide “industry engagement.”
Reverse vending machine. Woman hand put empty plastic bottle in the machine. Reverse vending machine for refund and recycling metal drink cans, plastic and glass bottles
Gov. Baker signs legislation extending outdoor dining, to-go cocktails to April 2023
Expanded outdoor dining and to-go cocktails are here to stay in Massachusetts for at least another year after Gov. Charlie Baker signed a $1.6. billion spending bill that included extensions for the pandemic-era rules.
Scientists have revealed the world’s most universally-loved smell
New research has revealed the most universally-loved smell in the world, and it’s an aroma that oenophiles will be well used to detecting in their wine.
They subsequently proposed to include alcoholic beverages in the Nutri-Score format with a large ‘F’ along with a pictogram of risk to pregnant women and the actual quantities of sugar, calories and alcohol.
Understanding Chianti Classico’s New UGA Classification
Chianti Classico’s new UGA classification stands for Unità Geografiche Aggiuntive, or Additional Geographical Units, and will allow Chianti Classico producers to include this additional, sub-regional information on certain bottles.
The Differences Between Rioja and Ribera del Duero, Explained
In Spain, if you want vino tinto, or red wine, you usually order by region, asking the waiter to bring a glass of Rioja or Ribera del Duero. Both regions produce ageworthy, Tempranillo-based red wines with bold fruit flavors and notes of toast and spice.
New App Combivino Pairs over 900 Types of Wine and 76 Styles of Beer with 2,000 Recipes
The first virtual sommelier is now available online – Combivino is the smart app that pairs 2,000 recipes to hundreds of wine labels and over 70 types of craft beers.
The tides changed for Scotch whisky makers in 1823, when the Excise Act passed, allowing them to obtain legal distilling licenses in Scotland for the first time.
Many wines taste better after chilling and reaching the right temperature. With white wine, you can only experience the full taste profile if you cool the beverage first. Having the ability to control the coldness level of wine will change how you enjoy a drink.
Online distributor LibDib has entered the New Jersey market, marking its 10th state of operation. Producers can sign up for New Jersey distribution via LibDib now, with web and mobile app purchasing by restaurants, bars, and retailers to follow soon, according to the company. LibDib, which is partnered with RNDC, is also present across California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, New York, Texas, and Wisconsin.
We Don’t Talk About Abruzzo … But We Should!
The Abruzzo syndrome plagued the region’s wines, too.
Nero d’Avola Uncorked – There’s something about being a bold red
Nero d’Avola loosely translates to ‘the dark grapes of Avola’. The variety hails from the south-eastern end of Sicily, near the village of Avola, and is one of two principal varieties from the island.
The agency provided specific examples of unsubstantiated advertising statements suggesting that consuming a particular alcohol beverage will mitigate health consequences typically associated with alcohol consumption including statements like “no headaches,” “hangover free,” and “diabetic friendly.”
5 things you may not know about the nonalcoholic beer industry
Over the past few years, a growing number of people around the world have looked toward nonalcoholic beer, wine, and spirits as alternatives to traditional alcoholic drinks for a variety of reasons.
Constellation Brands has launched Svedka Tropics Tea Spritz, a new line of spirits-based RTDs. The line is kicking off with three flavors—Pineapple Guava, Raspberry Kiwi, and Orange Mango—all made with tea, fruit flavors, sparkling water, and vodka. The trio are canned at 5% abv and come in an 8-can variety pack (four Pineapple Guava and two each of the other two) and 4-packs of individual flavors for around $20 and $13, respectively, with individual cans carrying a suggested price of $3. Svedka’s new RTDs are now available across the U.S. The top imported vodka brand in volume terms, Svedka totaled 4.2 million cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.
Constellation Brands Enters the Ready-to-Drink (RTD) Boxed Wine Cocktail Category
A Party is Served with Next Round Cocktails Made with Real Fruit Juice* and Crisp Wine in Popular Flavors: Salted Lime Margarita and Strawberry Lime Sangria
Tuscan wine appellations win trademark case against Bulgarian brand
The Consortium for Bolgheri DOC and Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC wines has succeeded in stopping Domaine Boyar from registering the “Bolgarè” brand with the European trademark office.
Drone view of Bolgheri area in Tuscany with vineyards and olive trees and the sea in the background
From Martinis to Spritzs, there is more to vermouth than you think
But first, a recap. In the most simple terms, vermouth (pronounced ‘ver-mooth’) is an aromatised, fortified wine flavoured with botanicals. But what exactly makes a vermouth a vermouth? Is there one ingredient a vermouth cannot do without?
Modernizing the bottle recycling program in Mass. would have big benefits, report finds
The report focuses on the so-called deposit return system (DRS) — the five cent deposit you pay when you buy a can of soda or beer, and then get back when you return it to a bottle redemption site.
SAN FRANCISCO – MARCH 2: Recycled plastic bottles are seen at the San Francisco Recycling Center March 2, 2005 in San Francisco, California. Bottled water is the single largest growth area among all beverages, more than doubling over the last decade. Only about 12 percent of plastic bottles, mostly water, were recycled in 2003, according to industry consultant R.W. Beck, Inc. Since most bottled water is consumed away from home where recycling isn’t an option, an estimated 40 million bottles a day go into the trash or become litter. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Kendall-Jackson And The Kentucky Derby® Unveil Two Commemorative Wines, Honoring Partnership As A Preferred Wine Of The Kentucky Derby®
Limited-Edition Labels Celebrate the Jackson Family’s Legendary Racehorse, Good Magic, with Additional Co-Branded Releases Set to Launch Annually Through 2024
Wine’s latest movie Blind Ambition follows four sommeliers’ journey from working the South African restaurant scene to the hallowed vineyards of Burgundy.
Italy’s National Wine Committee and Agricultural Ministry agreed on Friday to consolidate the central Italian region’s wines under a single IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica), Terre d’Abruzzo.
Castel del Monte in Abruzzo is a beautiful village which covers the top of a hill in the Gran Sasso mountain range. It is classified as one of the “borghi piu belli d’Italia” or “most beautiful villages of Italy”. Its architecture mostly dates to Medieval and Renaissance times. The Medicis ruled the town from 1579 for a century and a half and their legacy includes the Chiesa di San Marco with its distinctive tower. Around the town are strong defensive walls which are also houses and five defensive gates which also date to the Medici period.
If you love tiki, you love orgeat, the sweet and lightly floral almond syrup that serves as a staple ingredient in famous drinks such as the Mai Tai, Fog Cutter, and Eastern Sour.
Mike’s Hard Lemonade has debuted a new line of slushy-flavored RTDs, all based on flavors popular in the 1990s. The line, which comes in four varieties—Blue, Red, White, and Pink Freezes—are all at 5% abv and will be available in variety 12-packs of 12-ounce cans and as individual 23.5-ounce cans. To support the launch, the company has kicked off a new 90s-themed and nostalgia-driven ad campaign featuring era-appropriate boy-band music dedicated to the new drinks.
Three-Tier System Essentials: Control States
In the control state model, state agencies become directly involved in the beverage alcohol market and are not just outside observers.
More Americans 65 and Under Died from Alcohol-Related Causes Than Covid-19 in 2020, Study Finds
Alcohol-related deaths increased 25 percent from 2019 to 2020, with alcohol-related deaths among adults younger than 65 outnumbering deaths from Covid-19 in the same age group in 2020, a new study found.
Before the invasion, Champagne houses had time to save some of their stock, they built up false walls, blocking off tunnels and rooms, hiding thousands of their vintage Champagnes, this advanced planning would save a lot of houses from losing their history in Champagne, but not all were so lucky.
The Power and Provocation of Raising Kids Around Wine
They join other wine industry parents who believe that raising kids around wine can be not only enriching and world-expanding, but also, when deployed wisely, potentially protective against alcohol’s more dangerous qualities.
According to a press release, Modelo is launching a ready-to-drink canned Ranch Water, a cocktail crafted from sparkling water, lime juice, and tequila that is especially popular in the Southwest.
There are More Mergers and Acquisitions in Wine than Ever Before. Here’s Why.
In recent years, mergers and acquisitions in the wine industry have become increasingly common. During the latter half of 2020 through 2021, however, things progressed to a whole new level.
MA Package Stores Pitch “Compromise” On Beacon Hill
What Does ‘Juicy’ Mean in Wine?
White Claw unveils new hard seltzers
Brown-Forman Launches “Up Or Over” Cocktail Brand
Brown-Forman is upping its presence in the thriving premixed cocktail category with this month’s debut of Up Or Over cocktails in select markets. The 375-ml branded cocktails are made with all-natural flavors and Brown-Forman spirits, and are ready to serve up or over ice.
Up Or Over’s offerings include a Classic Dry Martini made with Fords Gin, Whiskey Sour made with Gentleman Jack Tennessee Whiskey, Premium Margarita made with Herradura Tequila, and Ginger Citrus Old Fashioned made with Old Forester Straight Bourbon Whiskey, all retailing for approximately $15.
Packaged in 375-ml. glass bottles with rounded shoulders, Up Or Over’s back label details recommendations on how to serve and garnish the cocktail. The four expressions will be available initially in Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Michigan, Oregon, and Washington.
Listening to classical music makes wine taste better, according to a new study.
Head researcher Susan Lin says the study found music universally improved perception of taste when compared with silence.
Here’s What Happened To Zipz Wine After Shark Tank
In 2014, on Episode 11 of Season 6, McMurray pitched Zipz Wine on “Shark Tank.” McMurray’s asked for a $2.5 million dollar investment for a 10% stake in his company.
Most Popular Celebrities That Became Part of the Wine Business
The most famous celebrities are known for many different extremes that go from one side to another. From excessive behavior and shocking scandals to high-quality performances and humanitarian work.
MA Package Stores Pitch “Compromise” On Beacon Hill
“Of course, as a liquor business owner I want limited licenses but my hope is people view this from viewpoint of exposure. Next time you’re in a non- liquor store, look around,” he advised. “The beer and wine is everywhere”
Gallo Backs Black Box With New Campaign, New Products
E.&J. Gallo is rolling out six new wines under the Black Box wine brand. The newcomers include three new offerings under Black Box’s “Taste-Forward” range: Tart & Tangy Sauvignon Blanc, Vibrant & Velvety Red Blend, and Deep & Dark Cabernet Sauvignon, each priced at $22 a 3-liter. Additionally, Black Box is introducing a lower-calorie “Brilliant Collection,” featuring Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Cabernet Sauvignon, also retailing at $22. The Brilliant Collection wines have 70 calories a five-ounce serving.
Gallo is further backing Black Box—which it acquired from Constellation along with a host of other wine labels last year—with a national media campaign starring “Parks and Recreation” and “Big Little Lies” actor Adam Scott. According to the company, the “Savvy Man” campaign features Scott using “his wit and charm helping demystify the category and make premium boxed wines more approachable and inclusive.” The campaign is debuting this month across top streaming and digital platforms like Roku, Hulu, and YouTube.
French organic wine production increases 22%
As more and more French consumers look to buy organic, production of organic wine in France is increasing and more vineyards are turning to the practice.
I’ve got to say this: with what the world is witnessing right at this moment, I find it exceedingly difficult, if not absurd, to think about writing a post on a wine blog.
Wine in the Portuguese market was a success story pre-pandemic, but has suffered from closure of the on-trade and lack of tourism during Covid. Wine is expected to recover strongly over the next five years. In the post-Covid world, the challenge for brand owners in wine will be retaining relevance and value.
You can now buy beer-flavored lollipops from Coors Light
If you’ve been thinking for a while that lollipops could improved by more hops, then today is your lucky day. Coors Light has decided it’s high time for beer-flavored lollipops – and they’re on sale now.
8 Health Benefits of Vodka: Is Vodka Actually Good for You?
While vodka (like any type of alcohol) isn’t necessarily healthy, there are some benefits to the spirit. Just make sure you don’t use them to justify excessive drinking.
Nowadays, many wine shoppers are calorie-conscious, choosing hard seltzers and other manufactured diet drinks in a bid to stay healthy. Many dry wines can offer a more-healthful, more-natural and more-flavorful alternative with a similar calorie count per serving.
Pernod Ricard has brought Jameson into the RTD market with Jameson Ginger & Lime. The new 6% abv RTD is made using Jameson’s flagship whiskey, lime and ginger flavoring, and sparkling water. The new release is set to hit shelves across the U.S. in 4-packs of 12-ounce cans in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Jameson Ginger & Lime marks the brand’s first RTD in the U.S. and carries a suggested retail price of $15 for a 4-pack. Last year, Jameson exceeded 4 million cases in the U.S., up 13.6%, according to Impact Databank.
10 Things You Should Know About Lagavulin Whisky
In the realm of Scotch whisky, Lagavulin is as iconic as the island it’s distilled on. In fact, it’s one of the oldest distilleries found in the heart of Islay — even predating some of its ultra-famous neighbors.
Beam Suntory’s On the Rocks cocktail brand has added Classic Daiquiri to its line. The new cocktail is bottled at 20% abv and is made from a mix of Cruzan’s dark and light rums, lime, and sugar. On the Rocks’ Classic Daiquiri is now available across the U.S. in 375-, 200-, and 100-ml. bottles with the largest size retailing for around $13. The new release joins On the Rocks’ Cosmopolitan, Mai Tai, Old Fashioned, Margarita, Jalapeño Pineapple Margarita, and Aviation—all made with Beam Suntory spirits—in the brand’s portfolio. Last year, the brand reached 470,000 cases, according to Impact Databank, more than doubling over 2020.
Why doesn’t wine taste like grapes?
Most wines don’t taste much like grapes at all, except for a small number made from certain white grape varieties (Moscato or Muscat being the most famous). So, what does wine taste like?
Madeira: where the rules of wine are turned on their head
The mystery of Madeira wine lies in its ability to defy all ideal winemaking conditions and ageing practices to produce complex bottles offering depth, maturity and value for money,
Captain Morgan Rum is extending with Captain Morgan Cherry Vanilla. The new expression is a limited-time release that’s at 30% abv. To support its launch, the brand has partnered with former Bachelor contestant Joe Amabile, who created several cocktail recipes using Captain Morgan Cherry Vanilla. It’s available on shelves now across the U.S. and Canada for a suggested $16 a 750-ml. Captain Morgan was up 2.5% to 12.3 million cases worldwide last year, according to Impact Databank.
Understanding Volcanic Soils in Wine
Volcanic soils are often associated with savory, ash-driven wines from areas with active volcanoes, like Sicily, the Canary Islands and beyond.
Meet the Importer: Dalla Terra Brings the Best Wines of Italy Stateside
Turning over a bottle to find the importer can be a great way to explore new varietals and producers, or make a quick call on what to bring home when you’re riddled with indecision at the bottle shop.
We’re Not Saving Sparkling Wine for Celebrations Anymore
Sparkling wine: The alcoholic hallmark of any celebration. It’s the bottle you bust out for birthdays, anniversaries and graduations, and when you pop the cork, everyone knows the party is about to get more exciting.
In Wine Country, Forest Bathing Could Be a Key to Terroir
More commonly known in the United States as forest bathing, these meditative, guided walks date back to the 1980s, when Japanese doctors sent their overworked patients into local forests to reconnect with nature.
Washington wine license plate bill passes, heads to governor
Thanks to vineyard owner/lawmaker Kelly Chambers, the bill that would create the Washington Wine license plate needs only Gov. Jay Inslee’s signature in order to become law.
Keeping wine and liquor out of grocery stores is good for Colorado
Why other states don’t want beer and wine in grocery stores
“Public safety would also suffer. Young people (under 21) routinely shop in grocery, convenience stores, and chain stores and most of these stores have fewer and fewer employees these days as they focus on self-checkout and automation. Shoplifting is much easier in these stores, and so underage access to alcohol would increase.”
Baja and Beyond: Everything You Need to Know About Mexican Wine
It’s strange to think of a region with 500 years of winemaking history as “emerging,” but few areas have leaped as significantly in quality over the last several years as Mexico. https://www.winemag.com/2020/08/18/mexico-best-wine-guide/
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The art of blending in Italy’s northeastern whites
The two scenic, northeastern areas of Trentino-Alto Adige and Friuli-Venezia Giulia are at the forefront of Italy’s top-level white wine scene. Both regions produce characterful blends that celebrate their diverse terroir and get the best from local plantings.
Vino Chianti DOCG’s plans for upper tier and new sub-zone
Chianti DOCG’s plans to add a new gran selezione tier of wines as well as new sub-zone to the appellation is not likely to happen for another year, the consorzio has confirmed
Why ‘Prosecco’ wine cannot be registered as exclusively from Italian regions
The High Court allowed an appeal by an Australian winemakers body and reversed a decision on an Italian wine interest group’s bid to register “Prosecco” as coming exclusively from specified regions in Italy.
According to Mexican law, tequila can only be produced within five Mexican states: Jalisco (where the majority of the spirit is made), Guanajuato, Michoacán, Nayarit, and Tamaulipas.
‘It’s Growing Every Day’: The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Bottle Shops and Bars
The demand for NA beverages was up 60% from July 2020 to 2021. And Nielsen reports retail sales of NA beverages over recent years has surged by billions of dollars.
Growth of RTDs and spirits, plus the impact of Covid-19, has led to a loss of close to 15% of the regular wine drinking population in the US between 2018 and 2021, with younger drinkers moving away from the category, according to Wine Intelligence.
If you’ve ever caught a whiff of warm, woolly sweater in your wine, perhaps a bit musty from rain or sweat, you’ve experienced what’s described as a lanolin note.
Why Hungary deserves greater recognition in the world of wine
It has ancient viticultural origins, historic vineyard classifications, high quality native grapes, volcanic soils, and great whites and reds, so why is Hungary still relatively unknown in the world of wine?
14 top sommeliers share their favorite books about wine
World Book Day gives readers a chance to reflect upon and appreciate brilliant books, so we asked 14 top sommeliers to recommend their favourite reads on wines, vines and good drinking
Diageo has expanded Bulleit’s frontiers, adding new ready-to-serve cocktails for both the brand’s Bourbon and rye whiskies. The cocktails—a rye-based Manhattan and a Bourbon-based Old Fashioned—are bottled at 37.5% abv and come in both 375-ml. and 750-ml. bottles. The new permanent additions to the brand’s portfolio are now available across the U.S. where the 750-ml. bottle carries a suggested price of $30.
Everything You Think You Know About Vermouth Is Wrong
Since we all come to vermouth with different experiences, let’s begin with the most basic questions.
Japan adds three Geographically Indicated wine regions
On June 30, wines of Nagano, Yamagata and Osaka received a GI (Geographical Indication) status. In addition to “Yamanashi” in 2013 and “Hokkaido” in 2018, Japan now has five GIs for wines.
‘Zoom Fatigue Is Real’: Have Virtual Wine Tastings Hit a Crossroads
The loss of face-to-face socializing has been an obvious downside of the pandemic, but much has been gained by the growth of the virtual event industry.
7 Questions to Ask at Your Local Wine Shop (and 2 to Avoid)
10 Things You Should Know About the Balvenie
Do Seasonal Craft Beer Variety Packs Still Excite Consumers?
New Research Shows What Exactly Is In Wine Bottles
Winding down with a glass of wine can be a nightly ritual for many, but new research from Britain’s Alcohol Health Alliance shows drinking just two glasses could put you over the recommended daily sugar limit.
Rather than create bubbles in steel tanks, however, these more traditional versions undergo second fermentation in the bottle. They aren’t disgorged, either—these wines are bottled on their lees.
Understanding “AVA” For Wineries – What It Means For You!
Appellations were once a simple matter but not anymore. Consumers understand the difference between Napa and Sonoma, for instance, especially when they go to the cash register.
Wine corks collection texture for winery background
With a wide array of styles and a seemingly endless slew of brands entering the market, the whiskey category can often feel overwhelming. To add to the confusion, the misconceptions around whiskey are innumerable.
The 20 Most Popular Whiskey Brands in the Country (2022)
America’s thirst for whiskey is strong, and shows no sign of diluting anytime soon. Between Scotch, Irish whiskies, bourbons, and even flavored offerings, the category is constantly innovating, with one cinnamon whisky brand growing in popularity by over 20 percent year-over-year.
How many calories are there really in your glass of wine?
After a well-publicised study noted that two medium-sized (175ml) glasses of wine can contain as many calories as a burger, with two glasses of some wines hitting your daily sugar intake on their own, we reveal how many calories there really are in your glass of wine.
Racking is the process of transferring wine from one vessel to another, such as from tank to barrel. There are two main reasons why winemakers rack their wines.
Climate change a ‘strong threat’ for six out of 10 wineries
The global industry study, carried out by Geisenheim’s Institute for Wine and Beverage Business, found that the process of climate change was “a strong or very strong threat for six out of 10 producers”.
How do they get those bubbles in the bottle? Where does the best bubbly come from? How do I know if it’s real Champagne or not? Let us cast the veil aside and uncork (sorry) the secrets of sparkling wine.
First single-vineyard Rioja sparkling wine released
Bodegas Valdemar in the village of Oyón in Rioja, Spain has released, “Finca Alto Cantabria Gran Añada” – the first sparkling wine in the region to be produced with the new single-vineyard, or Viñedo Singular, certification.
The 10 Best Non-Alcoholic Wines, According to Customer Reviews
Even if you missed out on participating in Dry January, the abundance of non-alcoholic (NA) wine options makes it easy to embrace the spirit of the month, all while enjoying your favorite drinks without the buzz.
The US Beer Industry Is In Hot Water After New Report
The Treasury Department has published a report on its findings on how competitive the beer, wine, and spirit markets actually are. For the beer industry, it could mark the beginning of a radical shift.
Campaigns that challenge people to abstain from alcohol for one month — often in support of a good cause — have emerged across the globe over the past decade.
Discarded grapes from white wine production being turned into chocolate ‘superfood’
The discarded materials from grapes used to make white wine soon could become a new “superfood” — and be used in a chocolate that debuted here last week.
The 10 rules of food and wine pairing by Karen MacNeil
Wine writer Karen MacNeil has laid out her guide to food and wine pairing in 10 easy principles to help you navigate what can often seem like a maze full of false avenues. This copy is an excerpt from her new book, The Wine Bible.
U.S. Becomes Largest Global Export Market for Champagne for the First Time in 2021
Champagne shipments to the United States shot up by 62% from 2020 to 2021, placing the U.S. second behind France among worldwide consumers of champagne, according to Comité Champagne’s year-end estimates.
In the wine world, the term “noble grapes” has come to represent six well-known international varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling.
What Really Happens to Grapevines During the Dormant Season?
Only the trunks and canes of a vine remain after the grape bunches have been harvested and the leaves have fallen. While the barren vines may lead you to believe that winter is a time of hibernation, this is not the case.
Would you like a doughnut? If your answer is “yes”, then keep on reading, we’ll be pairing a doughnut and Sparkling Wine together to see how they react, will it be beautiful or will it clash, let’s find out!
The Unexpected Reason Health Experts Say You Should Drink Less Wine
f you’re a wine drinker, you’ve probably taken comfort in the fact that over the past few years scientists and health experts have discovered a plethora of health benefits conferred by the fermented grape juice
Becoming a wine expert takes time, ask sommeliers, it’s no joke. You have to read, study, and practice wine service as well as identify wines by tasting them blindly.
How can we get sober from the influence of the alcohol industry?
The Article by Pepita Barlow and colleagues in The Lancet Global Health1 is an important piece of scientific evidence that shows once again the influence and interference of the alcohol industry in areas where their profits can be affected.
Crown Royal launches ready-to-drink whisky lemonade canned cocktail for Spring and Summer
Canadian whisky brand Crown Royal has announced the launch of a ready-to-drink (RTD) whisky lemonade canned cocktail, aimed at consumers looking for a refreshing alcoholic beverage this Spring and Summer.
China’s appetite for fine wine is pushing up the quality of its locally-produced offer, according to a new report from Robert Parker Wine Advocate, as the country achieves its first 95 point score.
Spirits shipments grew twice as much as wine in US, reveals report
However, wine sales were way ahead of beer in e-commerce during 2021, shows the latest report by financial service provider Rabobank, released this week.
All of the vodka brand’s spicy and fruity flavours – Raspberry, Vanilia, Passionfruit, Watermelon, Mango, and Pear – will have a slightly lower ABV of 38% to give a ‘sweeter’ flavor.
The Difference Between Blue Moon, Shock Top, and Hoegaarden, Explained
While there is no shortage of unfiltered beers with citrus notes, the trifecta of Hoegaarden, Blue Moon, and Shock Top remain top choices vying for summertime drinking needs.
More eclectic tastes and globalism have blurred the distinctions between old- and new-world wines, so much so that many new-world styles could these days pass for old, and vice versa
How Bad Is It Really to Mix Different Types of Alcohol?
There are a couple of old adages that many drinkers know: “Beer before liquor, never been sicker. Liquor before beer, you’re in the clear,” is one of them; “Beer before wine and you’ll feel fine” is another.
Prosecco Consortium ramps up sustainable initiatives
The Prosecco DOC Consortium has announced a series of ongoing and new projects to address key sustainability issues, in addition to a renewed focus on terroir zoning and encouraging biodiversity.
The Pink Wine That Isn’t: The Many Charms of Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo
The word Cerasuolo (pronounced chair-ah-swolo) means cherry-colored, and while the shades of this rosé style wine vary from producer to producer, it often ends up more red than pink, and sometimes looks dark enough to be mistaken for a light red.
“Antifreeze Wine”: The Scandal That Destroyed an Industry
In the early 20th century Austria was the 3rd largest wine producer in the world – but in 1985 a scandal rocked the industry that almost destroyed it overnight; millions of gallons of Austrian wine were poisoned.
This Irish Cream Recipe Is Designed for Year-Round Indulgence
Since it’s a relatively simple liqueur to make, it’s spawned a near-cottage industry of DIY online recipes with enough variance to make a blizzard’s worth of snowflakes jealous.
Thanks to the revolution in making cocktails at home, liqueurs – once almost the outcasts of the drinks world – are enjoying a huge resurgence of interest.
Asti la vista, baby: how Italy’s sweet sparkling wines are fighting back
Italy’s original sparkling wine, Asti Spumante, and its sister expression, Moscato d’Asti, have been overshadowed by the all-powerful Prosecco in recent times. But producers are on a mission to change that, writes Arabella Mileham
An Overlooked, Historic California Grape Gets a New Life
Look a little deeper into the state’s past, though, and you’ll find some lesser-known grapes that have significantly contributed to California’s wine history.
Italian wine makers have lashed out at ‘insulting’ Nutri-Score proposals to add a black ‘F’ to alcoholic drinks as a warning to consumers about the damaging effects of alcohol even in moderate amounts.
Biodynamic farming favoured by Sting sees bill blocked in Italy
Biodynamic farming methods, such as those used by Sting at his Tuscan vineyard, have failed to win legal recognition in Italy, after a block by the nation’s president.
The Muscat of Alexandria – Eight Facts About Zibibbo Wine
There are many Italian wine grapes that have ancient histories. Many of them are celebrated for their age, becoming important parts of the fabric of the wine industry.
World’s first molecular ‘beverage printer’ can produce ‘infinite amount of drinks’
Cana Technology has been working on the prototype of its “molecular beverage printer” for four years. With US$30 million in funding secured, a machine capable of printing “an infinite number of beverages” could revolutionise the beverage industry.
Chianti Classico wines will soon be able to show one of 11 new sub-zone names on their labels, although you won’t find them on shelves for a while yet. Emily O’Hare takes us on a tour of the new sub-zones, with a selection of wines to try.
In the world of sparkling wine Italy gives us a delight of choice from the tank method Prosecco to the traditional method of Trentodoc and Franciacorta plus triple fermentation examples I’ve been amazed by from Le Marche region.
Chianti Classico DOCG raises the bar: Producers to add new subzone and Gran Selezione
Chianti, located in the region of Tuscany, is one of Italy’s most iconic and best-known wines. Officially delineated and protected by Cosimo III d’ Medici in 1716, it is also a forerunner to the modern-day denomination structure.
The Lifecycle of a Wine Bottle, From Sand to the Economy of Recycling
Glass bottles have been the standard for storing wine since the 17th century. But where does the glass come from, and what happens to the bottle after you’re done?
DOC delle Venezie makes up 77% of Triveneto Pinot Grigio bottled in 2021
Triveneto Pinot Grigio recorded 6% growth in 2021 over the previous calendar year, for a total bottled Pinot Grigio Denomination of almost 2.4 million hectolitres (hl), despite the challenges to the sector brought about by the pandemic.
The number of excellent Tequila and mezcal bottlings on the market has been increasing at an impressive rate, with producers bringing interesting expressions to keen consumers, as this year’s blind-tasting competition showed.
The Ground-Breaking Tuscan Wines Every Cellar Needs
Once commonly known as “Super Tuscans,” today’s popular bottlings from the Indicazione Geografica Tipica (IGT) appellation of Toscana descend from a handful of rebel wines that heralded a new era of winemaking in Italy.
An experimental white Noir Pinot from Central Otago is turning heads
However strong their quality credentials, some wines attract attention for their curiosity value as much as anything else – and that’s certainly going to be the case if you decide to make a white Pinot Noir in Central Otago. Richard Woodard investigates.
Barolo vs Brunello vs Barbaresco: What’s the difference?
Why do so many of Italy’s greatest red wines begin with the letter ‘B’? Here are some of the key differences if you’re trying to decide which of those big hitters is for you.
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 312 Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine with you! Parenting, Wine, and Playful Rhymes 🍷 Grab a glass and settle in! In this episode of The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW), Kim and Mark sit down with the witty and insightful Danielle Frank, author […]
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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 308 Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine with you! Talking Whiskey With Colonel Craig Duncan Grab a glass 🥃 and join us for a very special episode as Kim and Mark take their first deep dive into the world of whiskey! We're thrilled to […]
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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 302 Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine with you! The Umami King Tim Hanni MW Join hosts Kim and Mark as they welcome a true icon of the wine world: Master of Wine (MW)Tim Hanni. Tim, the first American to earn the prestigious MW […]
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 301 Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine with you! Kiana Keys-The Unpolished Grape On this episode of The Wonderful World of Wine(WWW), Kim and Mark sit down with Kiana Keys, author of Unpolished Grape 101-The Basics of WineAnd Little Black Book of Food + […]
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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Episode 299 Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore all things wine with you! Vino Therapy With Kelly Lewis Kim and Mark of The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) welcome the visionary Kelly Lewis to the show to uncork the secrets of vino therapy. The founder of the first-ever […]
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