Tag: beer
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Nomadic Old Fashioned | VinePair
The Story Behind The Nomadic Old Fashioned The classic Old Fashioned is arguably one of the best cocktails for cozying up by a fire on a chilly winter night. But this spicy riff from Meaghan Dorman, bar director of Dear Irving and Raines Law Room, turns the Old Fashioned’s cozy factor up to 11 with…
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Rogue Is a Case Study in Craft Brewery Collapse
On rare occasions, the beer industry produces a perfect metaphor. In 2022, for example, a high-profile California craft brewery called Modern Times Beer soared up the volume charts, overextended itself, and tumbled into insolvency as the segment plateaued and bank notes came due, wiping out the retail investors from its equity crowdfunding campaign. Modern times,…
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The 7 Best Scotches to Gift This Holiday (2025)
Scotch has historically been viewed as one of the most luxurious sipping spirits, and for good reason. The first documented record of distilling in Scotland dates back to 1494. Thanks to centuries of experience, the Scots have some pretty spectacular bottles for holiday gifting, ranging from rich and nutty sherry bombs to smoky single malts.…
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No, Vodka Is Not a ‘Neutral Spirit’
I’m standing in a distillery in Poland, about an hour and a half away from Warsaw. Copper stills clatter and hum, working their magic on a spirit we’ve been drinking for, well, a very long time. A river of water pulls potatoes (yes, really) downstream in a building where they’re heated and distilled. The smell…
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ZeroDay Brewing Has Just Announced Closure of Their Taproom on 3rd Street in Harrisburg
ZeroDay Brewing Has Just Announced Closure of Their Taproom on 3rd Street in Harrisburg In shocking news, just moments ago (at 8:00 PM), ZeroDay Brewing announced that they will be closing their taproom on 3rd street in Harrisburg, PA. Located at 925 N. 3rd Street, Harrisburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania, they stated that the taproom…
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Michelin Guide to Launch Inaugural Distinction for Wineries
The Michelin Guide is expanding its wine coverage. On Tuesday, the guide announced a new distinction for vineyards and winemakers worldwide, adding yet another sector of the hospitality industry to the guide’s coverage. The distinction, called The Michelin Grapes, will debut in 2026, the announcement says, and the inaugural examination will evaluate producers in Burgundy…
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Turtledove | VinePair
The Story Behind The Turtledove While the classic Daiquiri is widely considered to be a zesty summer cocktail, a few modifications can transform it into a decadent holiday treat. Ben Hopkins, bartender at Brooklyn’s Pitt’s and Agi’s Counter, leans into the rum drink’s spicy side, amplifying the spirit’s natural flavors by adding a touch of…
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The 7 Best Red Wines to Gift This Holiday (2025)
If you’re stuck scrolling websites searching for hyperspecific gifts for each of your friend’s niche interests, it might be time to consider grabbing a bottle of wine instead. And for the cool, winter months red wine is always a great option — whether it’s a glou-glou bottle of Gamay to get the festivities started or…
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We Asked 12 Bartenders: What Bottle Is a ‘Green Flag’ When You See It at a Bar? (2025)
You can never be 100 percent sure what you’ll get when you walk into a bar. Even if a spot boasts a list of accolades, the hospitality might fall flat or a drink that looks great on social media may not live up to the hype. Those are red flags for sure, but luckily there…
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What Have We Done to Matcha?
Matcha wasn’t ready for this. A-frame signs hawk Grinch-tinted carrot cake lattes. Your daily dose of collagen now comes in green. There’s matcha deodorant. Matcha patches for de-puffing your under-eye bags. Home cooks can whip up a disorienting-looking batch of matcha hummus. Obviously Dunkin’ has a green tea-dusted donut. And, as Ellen Cushing writes in…