Jumping into peated Scotch for the first time can be intimidating. After all, stories of aggressive, medicinal peat bombs tend to dominate the narrative. If you think that’s all there is to the category, you may end up convincing yourself that you’re not quite ready to take the plunge. Fortunately, fold bottles built on brine …
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In 2006, three celebrities stepped out for a night of clubbing and unknowingly made pop culture history. Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan, and Britney Spears comprised what the New York Post dubbed “Bimbo Summit” marking a bygone era of glamorous booze-fueled debauchery. At the center of this wave sat the VIP section where celebrities, athletes, and …
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This article is part of our Cocktail Chatter series, where we dive into the wild, weird, and wondrous corners of history to share over a cocktail and impress your friends. As the world’s largest fast-food chain, McDonald’s has built its iconic reputation upon Happy Meals and affordable prices. But in recent years, the chain has …
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Burgundy winemakers have been able to replenish their cellars following the relatively generous 2022 and 2023 vintages. Winery stocks were around 12% above the five-year average at the start of the 2023-24 campaign, said the regional Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) recently. ‘Bourgogne has not seen a situation like this for over 20 years,’ it said. …
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When Burgundy entered the Carolingian dynasty under Charlemagne’s rule, it was a time of political stability, and allowed for a ton of progress to be made on the winemaking front. This brings us to Benedict of Nursia, an Italian man who was so put off by the immorality of Roman life that he left the …
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SONOMA, Calif. (April 3, 2024) — Wine and spirits négociant, 3 Badge Beverage Corporation, today announced two new broker positions to reach international markets and generate consumer engagement with the appointments […] The post 3 Badge Beverage Corp. Expands International Business with New Broker Positions appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor.
North Coast Wine Challenge Top Honors Go to Italian-Inspired Red Blend from La Storia: A Sonoma County red wine beat out 1,093 other entries to win Best of the Best… The post Afternoon Brief, April 3rd appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor.
After years at big names like Krug and Veuve Clicquot, one Champagne stalwart is heading west for a new future.
April 3rd – Livermore Valley, CA — Cabernet Franc lovers are invited to join the 2nd Annual CabFranc-A-Palooza, taking place from May 3rd to 5th at The Purple Orchid Wine […] The post Celebrate the 2nd Annual CabFranc-A-Palooza in Livermore Valley: A Global Gathering of Cabernet Franc Enthusiasts appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor.
We inherit plenty from our parents: looks, quirks, traditions, you name it. And according to data from the General Social Survey, careers are no exception — and that even applies to bartending. The data, which was shared in the New York Times, was collected over a 20-year period from 1994 to 2016. Sons of working …
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