For many people, it’s difficult to break into the wine world. Not only are there several types of wine, but there are also dozens of variations on each type, as well as thousands of brands to choose from. If you’re ready to tackle this challenge, however, there are a few tips that can help you… Read more »
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The Best Wood To Pair With Your Whiskey
For a small batch of whiskey, there are many potential pairings of whiskey and wood. To make the best batch, you should understand the different types of whiskey barrels and their impact on flavor. The best place to start is with the most used wood for whiskey: oak. Oak: The Most Common Wood Notes for… Read more »
Easy-to-Make Cocktails for Your Home Bar
The home bar has become a house staple in recent years. Surging in popularity during the pandemic, when bars and restaurants were closed, home bars remain a wonderful resource for homeowners looking for an in-house escape or to entertain guests with their mixology skills. Home bars are judged primarily by the taste of what they… Read more »
The Best Beers to Serve at Your Wedding
Planning the banquet for your wedding can be very stressful and exhausting, especially when nearing the wedding date. There’s choosing the right foods that everyone will enjoy, not to mention choosing the perfect drinks and alcoholic beverages to serve during the celebration. There are several considerations when it comes to choosing the best beer to… Read more »
Best Bottles of Whiskey to Give as Gifts
Does the whiskey fan in your life have a birthday or wedding on the horizon? Determining which bottle to gift can be a difficult task. The biggest consideration is taste, but the price point of some whiskeys may put their flavor beyond your budget. For those looking to save money and still purchase a rich,… Read more »
The Benefits of Brewing Beer in Tanks
Ben Franklin once wrote, “Beer is proof God loves us and wants us to be happy.” However, the process of brewing and fermenting beer has changed by a considerable degree since Benjamin Franklin’s time. Many of these changes are due to the different type of tank used to brew beer. Early Methods of Brewing Beer… Read more »
What Beers are Best to Brew in Winter?
Winter brings with it cooler temperatures and a refreshing change of pace in our drinking habits. While the summer sun often calls for a cold, refreshing beer, winter can also be enjoyed through sips of beer, albeit through slightly different varieties. Because of the cooler weather, different styles of beer grow in popularity winter. Summer… Read more »
Our Favorite Oak-Infused Mulled Wine Recipe for the Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, you may be looking for the perfect oak-infused beverage to celebrate the season. If you enjoy an oak-infused wine as much as we do, try out this delicious recipe for a Charles Dickens-inspired holiday season. There are plenty of cocktails going around this time of year begging you to budget… Read more »
Seasonality and Brews: Picking the Right Brew for the Season
As the cold weather approaches again, breweries around the state–and the world–are transitioning their taps to reflect the season. While we might all know that lagers and hoppy, dry beers are common in the summer and dark beers resurface for the winter, did you ever wonder why? Brews transition with the season for various reasons,… Read more »
How to Brew Pumpkin Spiced Beers at Home
It’s everywhere we look this time of year: pumpkin spice. From coffee and desserts to chapsticks and breakfast cereals. As soon as the leaves begin to change colors, retail companies and baking fanatics break out the pumpkin spice. But when you really break it down, what makes a true pumpkin spice flavor? And how would… Read more »