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You're seeing it ordered at the table next to you. What is this special dessert? Let's talk about all things Affogato's and how you can make a spicy one with a splash of Irish Whiskey.
Australian wine is often considered in terms of its most well-known variety: large, fruit-forward reds that go well with any kind of grilled meat. The variety of wines produced in the Land Down Under, however, is far wider and more…
Gin is one of the most popular spirits in the world. Gin has been a staple component in many well-known cocktails and mixed beverages ever since it was created in the 17th century as a medicine. Worldwide, the alcohol is…
Preference is a question of the heart, nose, and tongue, as it is with all Whisky drinking topics. One of our best rules, though, is that whisky must have a minimum alcohol concentration of 40% ABV (alcohol by volume). Although…
So are you chilling your red wine? The short answer to this is, it depends. Follow our simple guide and you’ll be sipping at the perfect temperature in no time.
Most wines on the market are best enjoyed within a few years of being sold. Make sure that first sip is worth it by nailing the first rule in the book: master the ideal wine storage temperature. Fortunately, we've done…
With such a wide variety of wines on the market now at every single price point, how do we know what we're getting is great value and a great drop? When it comes to the value of wine, more expensive…
Patron is known for producing high quality and mild fermented tequila, a fruit commonly found in hot and arid regions of Mexico. Patron tequila was originally produced at Casa 7 Leguas, one of Mexico’s oldest distilleries.
While some occasions require a carefully selected bottle aged in your cellar for years you'll often find many more situations that need a quickly selected, affordable wine that tastes great. Good, low priced wine needs to please all range of…
While some occasions require a carefully selected bottle aged in your cellar for years you'll often find many more situations that need a quickly selected, affordable wine that tastes great. Good, low priced wine needs to please all range of…
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and even the most thoroughly prepared chef can benefit from pairing the perfect wine with their dinner table offerings. The right blend of aromatic notes, tannins and acids can reveal the subtle nuances of…
Champagne is the world's most popular, French sparkling wine. Many people use Champagne as a general term for sparkling wine, but in the European Union and select countries around the world, it is actually forbidden to mark any types of…
Garnacha or Grenache is one of the most common red wines in the world. It ripens late, so it needs warm and dry conditions, as in Spain, where grapes are likely to be born. Garnacha wine plays a starring role…
Prosecco comes from the Veneto region in Northern Italy and is made from the Glera grape variety. Champagne, can be either a single or blended wine made from Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir, and comes from the Champagne region…
Photo: Dekanta.com Japanese Whiskey (spelled whisky without an "e") is a style of whiskey developed in Japan. Whiskey production in Japan began around 1870, but the first industrial production began in 1924 when the country's first distillery, Yamazaki, was opened.…
Boasting to be one of the most awarded wines in the world, Barefoot Wine, from California, USA, has been in the game since 1986 and is produced by Barefoot Cellars. The winery was bought by E&J Gallo Winery back in…
