When Americans hear the word Marsala they usually think of a bad chicken dish at a wedding buffet. But wine professionals say that if people knew how magical Marsala could be in a glass, they would think again. Once sought out by oenophiles all over the world, this Sicilian fortified wine, which has been produced for centuries, if […]
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Spoiler alert: The Porn Star Martini doesn’t resemble a typical martini at all. But let’s be honest, most people who question the drink’s name likely aren’t focusing on the “martini” part. Rather, they’re probably wondering what the heck makes a martini fit for a porn star. (And also, we bet, if they can order this drink at […]
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All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted. […]
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare the bundt pan. Melt one tablespoon of butter, then use a pastry brush to brush the melted butter generously over the inside of a 10-cup bundt pan. (Johnson recommends brushing from the base up to prevent any butter pooling). Scatter over one tablespoon of cocoa powder, moving the pan from…
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The Malvasia family of grapes is ancient, hearty and prolific. Yet, it is often an overlooked component in blends—even making up a small fraction of bottlings claiming to be “single varietal” wines made from other white grapes. “I’ve been growing Malvasia Bianca for 20 years and pouring it for 16, and we still have to…
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It’s time to roll out the red carpet for one of the biggest nights in Hollywood. In honor of the 95th Academy Awards ceremony and the outstanding work it honors, we’ve pulled together an Oscar-inspired collection of cocktails to sip as you take in all the extravagant outfits, awkward speeches and poignant surprises—not to mention…
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It may be a little early to start planning the summery sips for your next cookout, but we’d argue that this refreshing drink is so good, it deserves some year-round love. Brazilian lemonade has recently garnered attention from TikTok users: Videos with the hashtag #Brazilianlemonade have raked in 34 million views, which we think qualifies…
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When March finally rolls around, there’s one thing on everybody’s minds—the promise of springtime. Along with warmer temps, beginning-to-bloom flowers and daylight savings time, there’s also St. Patrick’s Day, a holiday that falls just days before the spring equinox. What better way to celebrate Irish culture, spring’s arrival and all things green than with a…
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Every glass of wine tells a story. These stories reveal hidden histories and techniques, flavors and passions. And sometimes they unravel our darkest desires. In Vinfamous, Wine Enthusiast dissects the underbelly of the wine world and what it means when the product of love and care becomes the source of greed, arson, and even murder.…
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In modern times, the Feast of Saint Patrick has evolved into a day celebrating Irish culture with shamrocks, parades, dancing and delicious cuisine. (Might we recommend this Stout-Cured Corned Beef Cooked with Cabbage, Carrots and Potatoes?) It’s also a day to raise a cheer with a celebratory drink. Sipping on Irish whiskey or Irish beer…
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