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Is Wine Gluten-Free? The Answer Is Not As Simple As You Think…
Adhering to a strict gluten-free diet can be stressful and time-consuming. Whether driven by celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity, the ability to read labels is an indispensable skill. But although most food products are required to include detailed nutritional and ingredient information on their labels, many alcoholic beverages are a different story. Sure, we…
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If You Want To Know How to Drink Like a Scandinavian, THIS Is How To Do It!
It’s been almost 10 years since I first ambled across Copenhagen’s charming cobblestone streets in search of the original Mikkeller bar and other lesser-known microbrews. Since then, my stops in the Danish capital have grown in frequency and length, and my ventures have taken me deeper into the depths of Scandinavia, with me always learning…
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Homemade Grenadine Is Worth Every Last Squeeze That You Put…..
Grenadine has a long history and complicated legacy. Often mischaracterized as cloying, when made correctly, the non-alcoholic pomegranate sweetener is bright and balanced. It adds nuanced flavors and color to everything it touches, from classic whiskey and tequila cocktails to non-alcoholic drinks. If you’re eager to separate the real McCoy from technicolored imposters, consider this…
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DIY Wine Gift Basket Rules to Live By To Make Sure That You….
Wine baskets are truly the gifts that keep on giving. In addition to containing delicious bottles of wine, which are perfect for popping now or later, the best and most festive wine gift baskets are riddled with wine-adjacent treats like cheese boards (for your wine and cheese nights), wine gadgets (for opening that bottle of…
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The Grasshopper Is a Mint Chocolate Delight That May Be The Best Kept Secret….
Flavor-wise, a Grasshopper cocktail evokes those chocolate mints an old-school restaurants might present along with the dinner bill. We mean that in a positive way: Both are minty, chocolatey and an oh-so-sweet finish to a meal. Although the Grasshopper is often served after dinner as a digestif, it can be enjoyed any time. Perfect for mint…
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These Complex Bottles of Sauternes Make the Best Possible Case for Sweet Wine
When the average drinker thinks of Bordeaux, bold red blends of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot or rich Bordeaux Blancs might come to mind. But under the right conditions, the grapes Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Muscadelle produce exquisite bottlings of Sauternes, a deeply flavorful sweet white wine you don’t want to miss. These wines are nothing…
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These Are The Top 9 Food Festivals Every Drinker Should Know
Finding a just-right food pairing for a favorite wine, beloved beer or go-to cocktail isn’t simply a pleasant happening. When the combo works, the experience can be otherworldly, heightening flavors and aromas both on the plate and in the glass.Clearly, creating opportunities for next-level pairings is something some food and drink festival organizers are thinking…
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What Is Shochu? Here Is An Amazing Five Bottle Starter Kit…
When talking about Japanese alcoholic beverages, most of us immediately think of sake. But it’s time to change that thought process, because the distilled spirit of Japanese shochu is worth your time. Though it lacks sake’s name recognition, shochu is becoming more widely available in some U.S. cities and is popping up at more bars…
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WHOA: We’ve Found Some Amazing Non-Alcoholic Drinks You Need To Stock Right Now…
Italy’s beloved bitter digestif, amaro, isn’t for everyone. Those who love it, however, crave the bracing bitter punch it delivers. Now, the category is attracting the zero-proof crowd. Non-alcoholic drinks are having a moment in the sun, from wine and spirits, to beers and cocktails, and amaro is no different. If you’re not drinking alcohol…
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These Are The Best Chardonnays That You Need To Try Right Now…
Chardonnay has conquered major wine regions globally and is one of the most widely planted grape varieties. From Burgundy and Champagne in France, to Italy, Austria, the United States and beyond, there are exceptional bottles produced all over the world. But, it can be a polarizing grape. Just ask members of the Anything-But-Chardonnay (ABC) club.…