Storing wine in a decanter is a fantastic way to allow your wine to breathe, and absorb more oxygen. This can help wine connoisseurs to truly enjoy the full complexity of flavors. However, to get the best out of your decanter, you will need to wash it after every use. This is so that you …
White wine and aeration are two words that do not normally go hand-in-hand unlike red wine. We all know that a young red needs time to breathe in order for its delicious flavor to be fully realized. Unlike a red, a white wine does not contain a lot of bitter tannins, so the aeration step …
Reading the tasting notes on a bottle of wine can confuse that first mouthful. Notes of plum? A lingering finish of blackberry? A hint of peppercorn? None of that quite seems to be there. Instead, you find the flavors are mostly overwhelmed by a taste of alcohol, and a smell of sulfur. This is where …
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Ever wander through the liquor aisles and feel overwhelmed by the number of different brands in the vodka section? Read our recommended vodka brands that will elevate all your vodka cocktails, especially the iconic Moscow Mule! Why are there so many vodkas? Every country has its own way of distilling ingredients to create alcohol. The …
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Using exceptional liquors and alcohol is an obvious way to elevate your cocktail. But, focusing on the finer details, like using crystal clear ice cubes, can be equally impressive. Read on to learn how you can elevate your cocktails and make crystal clear ice cubes at home! Your guests will love it, and you’ll be …
These cocktails are both boozy, timeless, and contain similar ingredients. If you are confused what the main difference is between Manhattan and Old Fashioned cocktails, you are not alone. Read on to learn more about these drinks and what makes them unique! Manhattan Cocktail Overview This drink dominated the East Coast and has been a …
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A guide on hangovers; why we get them, how to relieve them, and how to prevent them. Introduction Most of us who get drunk suffer from a hangover in the morning – this is something everybody learns when they become legal drinkers. If you’re here, you might have a hangover right now. If that’s the …
So you’ve been into coffee for a while now and you’re venturing your way into the wide world of espresso. Espresso is one of those things that can come across pretty intimidating if nobody has sat you down and explained what it is, but once you have a little bit of knowledge it all makes …
Nowadays it seems like just about everything is craft – whether it’s beer, cocktails, or the entire bar itself. And if it has the word “craft” in front of it, usually you can expect the price of your cocktail to be at least a few bucks higher for each drink. But what is a craft …
