With the onset of autumn comes the desire to change the wines that refreshed us all summer long. A new season is a time for wine drinkers to celebrate. Okay, as winter hurtles towards us, those delicious summer wines that made the bbq so much better are becoming a...
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Five whisky cocktails to warm your winter nights
To some, the idea of using a beautifully crafted single malt whisky to make a cocktail is tantamount to sacrilege but to many, it’s another wonderful way to enjoy a tipple of scotch. One thing that cannot be denied, is that using a single malt whisky in a cocktail...
How to match wine with food in three easy steps
Pairing wine with food can be a headache for many people. Is it a science or an art? What if I make a wine and food faux pas? Should I match a meal to my wine or the wine to my meal? These are all questions that may go through your mind if you’re planning on hosting....
How to taste wine in five easy steps
Wine tasting. It’s a fundamental part of enjoying wine but many of us get the basics wrong and some are too intimidated by it to even attempt it properly. To get the full enjoyment from wine, and to really understand the complexities of the red wines and white wines...