Paso Robles, CA

Situated in the Central Coast and Paso Robles regions of California, J. Lohr produces numerous varietals at a wide range of price points, including Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Today we are trying two of its Cabernet Sauvignons and a Syrah whose quality was an unexpected but pleasantly welcome surprise, especially for its asking price.

Review: Wines of J.Lohr, Summer 2024 Releases

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Celebrate strawberry season in style with these refreshing cocktails.

8 Cocktails to Make With Summer Strawberries

Enjoying a bit of history has never hurt anyone and the number of folks who would be well served by taking up the pursuit with zeal is rarely in short supply. According to Valdo’s website:. One of the first references to Prosecco in literature can be found in Pliny...

Review: Proseccos of Valdo, Summer 2024 Releases

An Irish single malt first aged 14 years in ex-bourbon barrels and sherry butts, followed by 17 years in new American oak. Bottled at 45.6% ABV and priced at $2,600. A lovely orange-amber color is in the glass, showcasing moderate legs and excellent viscosity. Nose:. Fresh apricots and green pears...

Whiskey Review: Bushmills The Rare Casks Limited Release No. 4

The United States has never been associated with wine. Despite the fact that award-winning wineries dot the country, we tend to underperform globally. For the most part, the world’s top wines come from France, Spain, and Italy. Or, at least, they used to. Thanks to ongoing efforts in Napa...

Tastiest 2023 US Wines According to the DWWA & USA Wine

If you have friends or guests coming over or you simply want to enjoy some wine on your own over dinner, then you must check out this hack by The Other Andy Hamilton on YouTube. This genius trick will surely help you in making any red wine taste so much better, even if it’s not an expensive one.

Red Wine Hack Promises to Make Any Bottle Taste Great

Springtime is about to segue into summer, and as this shoulder season draws to a close, we wanted to take a moment to share six whiskeys that captured our attention during the month of May. There was no shortage of impressive releases this month and it’s always a challenge to...

The 6 Best Whiskeys We Tasted in May 2024

California-based importer Franzese Wines, specializing in offerings from Armenia, is launching a Franzese Sauvignon Blanc ($20 a 750-ml.) this summer, along with two non-alcohol reds, Franzese Non-Alcohol Dry Red ($35) and Non-Alcohol Semi-Sweet Red ($35) in the fall. The new wines will join the existing lineup which includes Franzese Areni ($25), Malbec ($25), and Armenian specialty Franzese Pomegranate wine ($40). The wines will be available nationwide. For more information, visit Franzesewine.com.

Franzese Wines Adds Sauvignon Blanc And NA Offerings

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	In the world of tequila, the cristalino category has become increasingly popular over the past few years (for better or worse), while single barrel expressions remain a relatively infrequent occurrence comparatively speaking. Tequila Cayéya, however, decided to bring these two concepts together with the launch of El Diablo’s Elixir, a single-barrel cristalino that underwent an interesting maturation process.This New Ultra-Premium Tequila From Gran Centenario Was Aged in Red Wine Barrels




	Tequila Cayéya is produced at Destiladora de Agave Azul (NOM 1424), where several other brands are made. The blanco aside (for obvious reasons—it’s unaged), Cayéya’s two core aged expressions are both...

This Innovative Tequila Brand Just Dropped an Unusually Aged Single-Barrel Cristalino

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

The Independent

The welcome return of the sun means it’s time to get out into the garden, pull up a seat, grab a good book and open a bottle of one of the best white wines to sip this summer. Even if you don’t have your own garden, picnics and barbecues are back on the menu, giving us plenty of excuse for enjoying an al fresco tipple. When it comes to selecting the perfect vino, we’re looking for those gorgeous white wines that sing alongside light summery dishes, provide crisp refreshment from the heat of the sun, and bring good vibes when...

12 best white wines for sipping all summer long

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Chicago Happenings

What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

There are many considerations one can take into account when it comes to choosing a wine to drink, starting from the most basic (red? white? sparkling?) to the more complex (varietal? region? flavor profile?). But, with a surge of “better for you” marketing claims popping up all over the place,...

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	One evening, with friends gathered at our home, we would occasionally disappear downstairs to the cellar and return with crystal decanters filled with wine. Our guests had no idea the subterfuge that was afoot. Unbeknownst to them, we were filling those decanters from a five-liter box that we had picked up at a winery in Spain. Since none of our guests could ever imagine that we would pour...

Seriously, Boxed Wine Is Really Good Now

Huntington Beach, CA

Mens Journal

Costco shoppers have spotted bottles of Balvenie DoubleWood 12 single malt whisky on sale for just $42 at certain Costco locations.

Costco Is Selling This High-Quality Single Malt Whiskey for $42

Woman's World

I feel like a kid in a candy store when peach season arrives. Few things are better than eating a ripe peach and it’s a fruit that can be used in pies, cobblers or cake, but it’s also the perfect pairing for a beverage, especially one for brunch. That was the inspiration behind our Juicy Peach Bellinis recipe.

Juicy Peach Bellinis Recipe Goes Great With Brunch + Makes a Perfect Summertime Sip

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The Restless Dreamer Beverage Co. has launched Lovvo, a new line of canned Lambruscos. The wines (all $20 a 4-pack of 250-ml. cans), made in Emilia-Romagna, Italy by Cantina di Carpi e Sorbara, come in red, white, and rosé expressions at 8.5% abv, 11% abv, and 8.5% abv, respectively. The wines are now available in California with further expansion planned for 2025. For more information, visit Drinklovvo.com.

Lovvo Canned Wine Launches In The U.S.

Equal parts fruity and savory, Tempranillo may just be the best red meat wine on the planet. Born in Spain, the varietal has spread its wings and found nourishing homes in places all over the global wine map. In fact, some of the very best Tempranillo is coming out of the states, in places like Oregon and Texas.

Firing up the grill? Crack a Tempranillo

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Agua de Valencia may be a Spanish cocktail but you don't have to fly to Spain to enjoy the fruity summer sipper. The easier option is to follow this recipe and craft one at home in just a few minutes.

Agua de Valencia: Spanish Sunshine in a Glass

In 1991, journalist Morley Safer filmed a segment for 60 Minutes at a bistro in Lyon, France, wine glass in hand. He ordered pig’s head pâté, black pudding and foie gras. Then he set the stage for the so-called “French Paradox”: If the French have been feasting on fats and imbibing alcohol for ages, why don’t they experience higher levels of heart disease? Should Americans be following a French diet? These are questions we’re still asking today, over 30 years later.

Is a Glass of Wine a Day Good for You? We Investigate

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Review: A Trio of Merlot, Summer 2024 Releases

By now, complaining that the film Sideways damaged Merlot’s reputation and sales is as superfluous and exhaustive an exercise for wine scribes as the film’s actual...

Review: A Trio of Merlot, Summer 2024 Releases

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