Have you ever sipped on a delicious glass of champagne and wondered, how is this different from a sparkling wine? Is it in how they are made, the type of grape used, or where they are made? Similar to how all Kleenexes are tissues but not all tissues are Kleenexes, champagne and prosecco are both… Read more »
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What Makes a Good Wine and Cheese Pairing?
When choosing a wine and cheese pairing, many people have a few go-to staples–usually a classic red wine with a simple cheese. When making a good wine and cheese pairing, both flavor profiles must balance one another out well. As a rule of thumb, sweet wines call for funkier cheeses, while fatty, creamy cheeses taste best when… Read more »
Wine Storage 101: How to Properly Store Your Best Vintages
It’s common knowledge that many varieties of wine improve with age. Many vintages are stored for years before they even grace the shelves or are available for sale, though others aren’t cellared or aged. Fine wines, on the other hand, can come with specific storage instructions. For even casual wine drinkers, the way wines are… Read more »
Choosing the Perfect Holiday Wine: A Comprehensive Guide
The holiday season has returned. Many have begun planning meals, gifts, and safely navigating visiting friends and family this year. Aside from making the perfect dishes to don your holiday table, some are still not sure about the wine that should be served with dinner. Often, the wine chosen at holiday mealtimes is more of… Read more »
Stouts, Porters, and Brown Ales: The Dark (and Delicious) Sides of Fall
The days are getting shorter, the leaves are missing from the trees, and the cozy, sun-lit days of fall are ushering in the colder temps. Even if you’re a boardshorts-wearing tan line sporting summer fan, you can stop mourning the end of the sunny season and welcome back the delicious dark beers of the fall.… Read more »
Decoding Wine Labels: How to Choose a Good Bottle
Since the quarantine began, we’ve basically been stuck inside binging streaming services and sipping glasses of wine on the couch. Not that there is anything wrong with that, of course, but you might be curious about branching out your palate. Especially if you are still ignoring wine labels and buying your wine from a box,… Read more »
The Fundamental Rules of Pairing Food and Beer
Pairing food and beer is especially fun for those of us that might not be as experienced as the sommelier at our favorite restaurant.
Distilling Around the World: Exploring Five Varieties of Whiskey
There are thousands of varieties of whiskey (or whisky, depending on the area of the world) In this blog, we take a look at the big five.
Extracting the Facts: Home Brewing and Distilling Rules
There’s a little confusion about what people can and cannot do in regards to home brewing and distilling. Learn about the laws in your area.
Green Beer Isn’t Just for St. Patrick’s Day: Eco-Friendly Brewing
Earth Day is around the corner. In honor of eco-friendly brewing techniques, let’s explore some green brewing traditions – outside of St. Patricks Day.