A Guide to the 10 Best Champagnes (Between $20 – $100) It’s a frequently proven truism that you get what you pay for; and nowhere is this more obvious than in a bottle of champagne. For the vast majority of us, champagne (if and when we can afford it) is a luxury to be savored … Read more
Hot day? Maybe you’re going to the beach and just want something that bit more refreshing? Or maybe you’re with your kids and want them to enjoy the drinks as much as you. Maybe you’re driving. Or you may even be pregnant – congratulations if so! Well we’ve got some good news for you! We … Read more
In perhaps one of the most romantic songs ever written, Edith Piaf sings “Quand il me prend dans ses bras Il me parle tout bas Je vois la vie en rose” Give Edith’s classic a listen and we swear, even if you don’t understand French, you’ll start to feel the bubbling, blushing anticipation of someone … Read more
Let’s face it. There are times in which you would like nothing more than to enjoy an adult beverage, but there are also times in which you could, should or simply might want to avoid alcohol altogether. It could be during a work luncheon. Or a holiday dinner at your in-laws. But whatever the occasion—and … Read more
Think champagne cocktails are only Mimosas? Think again. For most people, champagne is an unattainable luxury better associated with movie stars, CEOs and presidents. And technically, that’s only partially true. True champagne comes from the Champagne region of France, which has both strict laws and traditions governing both the fermentation process, growing and quantity of … Read more
Is decaf coffee really coffee? Is gluten-free bread really bread? Is non-alcoholic beer really beer? Yes, yes and yes. Non-alcoholic beers have a pretty bad reputation, primarily due to their inherent flaw, nothing short of a coup de grace for beer aficionados; there is absolutely no alcohol in them. Guess they are as good as … Read more
There’s an assumption that all cheap red wine is bad and that the only way to get good red wine is by paying through the nose. This is a myth! If you’re drinking on a budget, you don’t have to settle for the likes of Boone’s Farm. There’s plenty of red wine out there that’s … Read more
Upscale wines are not just meant to complement a connoisseur’s collection. Vintage wines can also be useful investments and can pay one’s mortgage for months. According to CNBC, fine wines happen to be some of the top-performing assets in the luxury segment with values climbing as high as 25% the previous year, going by TKFLI2 … Read more
Baijiu is more than just a drink, it is a phenomenon. It might even be one of the most sought after, if not drunk liquor in the world. Baijiu is made from rice and sorghum, and if you visit China during the festive season, you will have the chance to enjoy the best tasting Baijiu … Read more
Vermouth is a fortified wine. It originated in Turin, Italy and was created sometime in the 18th Century. As with many other kinds of alcohol, it started out for medicinal use but things developed from there to where it is now found in bars everywhere across the world. Vermouth comes in two varieties: sweet vermouth … Read more
Vermouth begins as a neutral grape wine or even unfermented wine must (freshly pressed grape juice). Alcohol and other ingredients are then added, giving it its 15% ABV and its herbal flavors. Some of the additional ingredients include roots, bark, and aromatic herbs. After that, even more flavor is added in with the addition of … Read more
Nothing works best in warm-weather parties as wine for Sangria. But that is not the only beauty of this brand: It gives you an opportunity to add the ripest fruit to your favorite wine. All you have to do is select your favorite red, white, high-acid or fruity wine and proceed to the next step. … Read more