December 11, 2025 (Napa, CA) — Menagerie Cellars has announced the appointment of Madeleine Houghton as its Chief Executive Officer. In her role, Houghton will guide the boutique house into […]
Tap into your entrepreneurial spirit and work for yourself. By Karen M. Wetzel Dreaming of becoming your own boss in the wine industry? In today’s digital world, you can make […]
The Duckhorn Portfolio brand builds on its Columbia Valley Cabernet success with the debut of a Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Pinot Grigio, reinforcing its mission to overdeliver on quality […]
Burgundy might not be an obvious training ground for a Champagne producer, but for Anselme Selosse of Champagne Jacques Selosse, it set the groundwork for his wines — and altered the Champagne region as a whole. Prior to his influence, Champagne production was dominated by large houses that purchased fruit from growers. It was a …
Ask most drinks writers to name their favorite New York City bar, and chances are you’ll hear the same answer: The Long Island Bar. Established by Toby Cecchini and Joel Tompkins, the Cobble Hill bar is an institution, but the story of how they finally opened this now-iconic spot is far more complicated than its …
When it comes to requesting a Martini, there are almost as many ways to order as there are Martini drinkers. Everyone has their go-to preference, from shaken and absolutely filthy to stirred and bone dry. Any seasoned bargoer is used to hearing different calls that specify the type of spirit, amount of vermouth, or garnish. …
What Does ‘Make It Skate’ Mean When Ordering a Martini? Read More »
Cask-strength bourbon is bourbon at its rawest, most natural state. There’s no dilution to proof down the spirit prior to bottling, resulting in powerful, uncut juice with ABVs between 50 and 75 percent. The high alcohol content gives these burly bourbons a fiery punch, but it also intensifies the flavors developed during the maturation process, …
We Asked 10 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Cask-Strength Bourbon? (2025) Read More »
JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery put Paso Robles on the map, and their wines still define what premium California winemaking means today. The brand has always sought to create amazing wines from every angle, and since, they’ve received so many awards and accolades over the years that reinforce the exceptional quality of these bottles. So, if …
Portuguese police have arrested producers and officials in a sweeping fraud investigation into Vinho Verde.
In 1934, when Congress passed the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Act and established the FTZ program, the U.S. economy faced a policy environment similar to today’s: high (and prevalent) tariffs and heightened concern for protecting domestic industries and encouraging domestic investment. Then, as now, policymakers sought mechanisms to help U.S.-based companies stay competitive in the …
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