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Cabernet Franc, the workhorse of Bordeaux blends and the grape behind Loire Valley Chinon, is finding its way into American bottles.

Featured, WineKelly MagyaricsNovember 14, 2018drinkwire, cabernet franc, new york international wine competition, wine, red wine, wine varietalsComment

Breweries Turn Toilet Water Into Beer—And it Sells!

Boise goes green with their new sustainability initiative, and drinkers are loving beer and cider made from reclaimed water at breweries around town.

Beer, FeaturedPhil GalewitzNovember 13, 2018beer, craft beerComment

Field Trips: Texas' Treaty Oak Distillery

Once an Austin based distillery, Treaty Oak Distilling is settling into its new home in Dripping Springs, Texas.

FeaturedMaggie KimberlNovember 12, 2018drinkwire, whiskey, bourbonComment

Beer Review: New Belgium Oakspire Bourbon Barrel Ale

Newly released Belgium Oakspire Bourbon Barrel Ale is aged in Knob Creek barrels and can satisfy both beer and bourbon fans.

Beer, FeaturedKevin GibsonNovember 8, 2018new york international spirits competition, beer, craft beer, beer reviewComment

Fit For Queen: Freddie Mercury-Inspired Cocktails

Freddie Mercury inspired cocktail recipes to celebrate Queen and the opening of Bohemian Rhapsody.

Give Gewurztraminer a Chance

When Gewürztraminer grapes are planted in the right areas by the right times, they yield a unique and intriguing winter white wine.

Featured, WineCourtney SchiesslNovember 5, 2018wine, white wine, gewurztraminer, alsace, wine varietalsComment

Bar Convent Berlin 2018: Bigger, Longer, Faster

Europe’s biggest bar show Bar Convent Berlin expanded to three days for BCB 2018, but it was still impossible to do it all.

Checking In With the Australian Gindustry

Gin is in! Discover how the spirits industry is changing in Australia as the gin distilleries continue to boom.

Spirits, FeaturedDevon TrevathanOctober 30, 2018gin, melbourne international spirits competitionComment

Beer Review: Burial Beer Resurrection of Riches

Reviewing Asheville, N.C.’s Burial Beer Co.’s latest brew Resurrection of Riches.

Beer, FeaturedKevin GibsonOctober 29, 2018craft beer, beer, beer reviewComment

Bartender Spotlight: William Pineapple Feels At Home in NYC

A spotlight on New York City based bartender William Pineapple.

Featured, Lifestyle, CocktailsAmanda SchusterOctober 26, 2018cocktails, drinkwire, bartending, bartendersComment

Pumpkin Cocktails That Don't Suck

Try something new this fall with these autumnal squash cocktail recipes. And yes, they’re delicious!

Cocktails, Keep ReadingKelly MagyaricsOctober 25, 2018cocktails, brandy, drinkwire, new york international spirits competition, fallComment

Book Review: Bourbon Justice by Brian F. Haara

A review of Bourbon Justice, a new book on the history of American whiskey by Brian F. Haara.

FeaturedMaggie KimberlOctober 23, 2018drinkwire, bourbon, whiskeyComment

Pairing Southern Food With Spirits

Southerners love pairing their meals with spirits instead of beer or wine. Discover winning pairings of delicious Southern comfort food and fine liquor.

Spirits, FeaturedDevon TrevathanOctober 22, 2018gin, calvados, drinkwire, new york international spirits competitionComment

Beer Review: Anchor Brewing California Lager

A review of Anchor Brewing California Lager, golden- to copper-colored brew with a clean, bready aroma and a fizzy, white head.

Beer, FeaturedKevin GibsonOctober 18, 2018beer, craft beer, lager, light beer, session beer, beer reviewComment

Why It's Time To Rediscover South African Chenin Blanc

Whether you’re searching for a fresh, bright wine with a clean finish or a rounder glass with moderate oak, South African Chenin Blanc is worth a look.

Featured, WineKelly MagyaricsOctober 17, 2018chenin blancComment

Field Trips: Dutch Genever (Jenever) Distilleries

If you’re planning a trip to Amsterdam, these Dutch Genever (Jenever) Distilleries in and around the city are well worth a visit.

Spirits, FeaturedNickolaus HinesOctober 15, 2018ginComment

Beer Review: Duck-Rabbit Milk Stout

North Carolina’s Duck-Rabbit Milk Stout is a perfect brew for fall.

Beer, FeaturedKevin GibsonOctober 11, 2018beer, craft beer, milk stout, stout, beer reviewComment

Biodynamic Wine: What Is It and Why Is It Becoming So Popular?

What is biodynamic wine? Learn from Gilles de Baudus, estate director for Domaine de Cigalus and head of biodynamic farming for winemaker Gérard Bertrand.