When shopping for people who love drinks, it can be pretty difficult to find exactly what they like. Either you buy a bottle that they regularly drink (boring), grab something new that they haven’t tried before (risky), or you can get them something to enhance their drinks experience (the sweet spot). We’ve rounded up our favorite gifts (at Cyber Monday prices!) for everyone who loves wine, beer, cocktails, and whiskey. From precision glassware to gadgets that are actually worth using, you’ll be sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Just be sure to grab something for yourself before the sale ends tonight at 11:59 PM. BEST CYBER MONDAY DEALS FOR WINE LOVERS
This incredible appliance holds up to 46 standard Bordeaux bottles and has two zones—one for whites and sparkling that can be set between 41-54F and a lower zone for red wines, which can be set from 46-66F. Plus, it comes with a 1-year warranty on parts and labor and 5 years on the compressor. It’s the ultimate investment if you’re getting serious about aging those special bottles in your collection, and is also available in smaller and larger bottle capacities. These wine fridges are rarely discounted, so this is definitely a deal you don’t want to miss out on.
Whatever the reason, leftover bottles of half-full bubbly do happen. We can’t say we often have any leftover wine, but when we do, we don’t sweat it. The heavyweight Champagne stopper, with its stainless-steel construction and inner silicone seal, keeps your bubbly fresh until you’re ready to dip back in. It fits any standard bubbly bottle and is restaurant-grade. Don’t bother with any other Champagne stopper—this is the one that you’ll come back to whenever you’re in need.
But, 90% of the time, we’re drinking from these Universal Wine Glasses. After extensive testing, we’ve found them to be perfect for red, white, bubbly, rosé, skin contact, or whatever else you’ve got. Plus, they’re elegant but durable, made with lead-free crystal, and dishwasher-safe. It’s hard to beat these glasses, and we know you’ll love them!
But, sometimes we don’t have time for hours of decanting. In those cases, the Wine Breather Decanter is an absolute life-saver. It decants your bottle of wine in under two minutes, taming acidity and bitterness, and bringing out the subtler flavors and aromas. Serve directly from the lead-free crystal bottle if you’d like, or pour it back into the original bottle. Honestly, this is the only decanter we use these days! An essential piece for the modern wine lover.
Meet the Filter Wine Pour Spout. Just insert this into the bottle and enjoy your wine as it was meant to be drunk. It’s drip-free, leak-proof, and made of durable stainless steel. Just throw it in the dishwasher when you’re done! It truly could not be easier.
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But, according to Cocktail Codex, a James Beard Award-winning book by Death & Co.’s Alex Day, Nick Fauchald, David Kaplan, and Devon Tarby, you really only need to know six classic cocktails and how to riff on them. Start with the Cocktail Codex Poster and learn how to turn a Daiquiri into a Julep and then into a Whiskey Sour. This full-color museum-quality poster opens up a whole world of cocktail possibilities and will significantly improve your home bartender game.
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Maryland makes wine? The land of crab cakes? Questions like these arise whenever I bring up the subject of Maryland wine. American wine is rooted in California, the Finger Lakes — and if we venture to the wild side — Virginia. But what many people don’t know is that Maryland has been making wine for centuries. According to the Maryland Wine Association, the earliest instance of winemaking in the region was recorded in 1648. Charles Calvert, the colony’s governor, planted Maryland’s first European grape varieties on the bank of St. Mary’s River in 1662. The state now includes more than 100 wineries and over 1,000 acres of planted wine grapes. With four main grape-growing regions, Maryland includes three American Viticultural Areas (AVAs): Linganore, Catoctin, and Cumberland Valley. Wine drinkers in the Mid-Atlantic region, with their interest in buying local, are the main consumers of Maryland wine. But that is starting to change. Since the state is located next to Washington, D.C., it is easily accessible as an extended tourist destination for visitors and locals, and is slowly gaining ground in other areas as a serious wine-producing region. More and more, the Free State’s wines are earning acclaim, with Mazzaroth Vineyards, Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards, and Thanksgiving Farm Winery winning medals at the 2020 American Wine Society Commercial Wine Competition. Leslie Frelow, founder of Vino 301 Wine Concierge, is dedicated to introducing people to the state’s wines. “Maryland wine is coming of age and in the last five years, the wines have shown exceptional range, depth, and complexity,” she says. “Maryland is really an agriculture state, and the viticulture side has vastly improved, resulting in better-quality wine.” Sarah O’Herron, proprietor of Black Ankle Vineyards in Mt. Airy, believes the state’s climate and terroir provide great potential for the Maryland wine industry. “Since much of the state sits at the base of the ever-eroding Appalachian Mountains, we have big areas with great hillsides and wonderfully rocky, lousy soils — many of which have the potential to be good vineyard sites,” she says. “Drainage is very important, and Maryland has a plethora of well-drained soils.” Although the region can be hot and humid at times, certain parts of the state are cooler than others, resulting in various climates for grape growing. The result is a wide range of unexpected grape varieties such as Chambourcin, Vidal Blanc, the French hybrid Traminette, and even southern Italian varieties such as Barbera and Sangiovese. Climate change is affecting terroir around the world, and with many regions contemplating new vineyard practices, Maryland is no exception. To differentiate itself from other regions, Maryland grape growers push the envelope on what the land can produce. It doesn’t have to compete with other regions. That is the beauty of wine; every region produces its own interpretation of the land. “When we set out to start making wine in Maryland 20 years ago, we spent a lot of time researching who was growing great grapes throughout the world and trying to figure out what we could learn from them,” O’Herron says. “While there are no simple answers in wine-growing, that is what makes it fun.” Curiosity and fun can be hard to come by in wine. We like what we like. The U.S. is the leader in wine consumption, and it is time for us to extend our palates to lesser-known states. Instead of comparing Maryland to other wine regions, step outside the box and sip with an open mind. While getting Maryland wines can sometimes be a challenge for those outside the region, many wineries are able to ship out of state and regulations for receiving wine have been relaxed due to Covid-19. That makes this a great time to explore new regions and your own palate. For the adventurous drinker, here are five Maryland wines that are well worth a taste. Black Ankle Vineyards Leaf-Stone 2017This 100 percent Syrah is smooth, with tannins that develop over time but aren’t overpowering. Food is this wine’s best friend, especially something earthy like mushrooms or a steak. Average price: $56 Old Westminster Take It Easy Rosé 2019Technically, this is a piquette — a low-alcohol wine made from the leftover grapes during a second press. Chambourcin is added to the white and red piquette, which results in a thirst-quenching wine. Average price: $18 The Vineyards at Dodon South Slope 2016This is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot with velvety notes of chocolate and spice. Aromas of tobacco and black cherry give the wine depth and character. Average price: $31 Big Cork Vineyards Viognier 2019A medium-bodied wine with notes of pear and white peaches, this is a layered white that’s perfect for winter. Average price: $27 Port of Leonardtown Albariño 2019A crisp and delicious white wine that shows aromas of white flowers, along with flavors of crisp lemon and mouthwatering green apple. Average price: $23 The article Why Maryland Wines Are Bringing in Tourists and Winning Acclaim appeared first on VinePair. Via https://vinepair.com/articles/maryland-wine-guide/ Via https://vinology1.weebly.com/blog/why-maryland-wines-are-bringing-in-tourists-and-winning-acclaim When Chris Christensen graduated from Stanford in 2003, he found himself searching for the same thing many recent grads do: a career that wouldn’t box him into the monotony of a 9-to-5 workplace. In 2003, he found a solution by working as a lab intern at Gallo of Sonoma. Though he didn’t know it at the time, his decision to avoid a confining job by working at a winery would lead him to one of his life’s greatest passions. After Gallo, Christensen worked around Dry Creek Valley at smaller wineries before settling at Medlock Ames, where his love affair for Sauvignon Blanc and inspiration to start his own brand began. Seventeen years later, Christensen’s journey in the wine industry has led him to start Bodkin, proving that you don’t have to have it all figured out right away. Bodkin Wines launched in 2011, and the following year, Christensen made America’s first sparkling Sauvignon Blanc, which became the flagship wine for the brand. As an ode to Christensen’s love for medieval history, Bodkin is named after a battle in the Hundred Years’ War. Of the 15 wines he’s made, 11 have scored 90 or higher on Wine Enthusiast. With a love for both wine science and craftsmanship, Christensen’s minimalist philosophy of “Let the chemistry do the heavy lifting” guides his signature style of high-acid, low-alcohol wines. In addition to his Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc, Bodkin also offers a number of aromatic white wines, Zinfandel-based co-ferments, and quaffable rosés. As a Black winemaker, Christensen wants Bodkin to be a vehicle for promoting inclusivity in the wine industry, as well as imparting his knowledge to aspiring winemakers of color. He works to promote diversity through speaking engagements, podcasts, and mentorship opportunities for aspiring vintners and winery owners, and aims to continue these channels for opportunity in any way that he can. What has made Bodkin wine so appealing to consumers, beyond its taste, is Christensen himself. A breath of fresh air in an industry whose representatives can sometimes appear too buttoned up, Christensen is a self-taught vintner who drinks Coors Lite but can tell you about the fermentation process with ease. VinePair chatted with Christensen about what’s next on his journey. 1. When did you first realize you loved wine? Growing up in a non-drinking household in Iowa, I didn’t really have any exposure to wine or wine culture until I came to California to go to college. I cannot say there was an exact moment or definitive experience where I knew I loved wine. I definitely had an interest in wine when I decided that working at a winery would be a good way to spend a couple years after graduation until I would go out and get a “real” job. I guess since I’ve chosen to stay in the wine business, it has been a more slow and gradual kind of love that has been growing inside me over the past 17 years. 2. What inspired you to start Bodkin Wines? Oddly enough, winemaking is one of the few career paths you can take on where a B.A. from Stanford does you no favors. After working eight years in wine production, my career had hit a plateau of sorts where my lack of formal education had limited my career growth. Although I had been reading academic texts on winemaking and had immersed myself in learning the hows and whys of the thought process behind making wine, there wasn’t anything on my resume that showed my true abilities. I realized that starting my own brand was really the only space where I could showcase my skills and vision in winemaking. 3. What’s the coolest thing you’ve done in your role at Bodkin Wines? Making America’s first sparkling Sauvignon Blanc in 2012 is both the coolest thing and the stupidest thing I’ve done as a winemaker. It’s pretty cool to be able to say you’re the first person to do something, particularly in a field that has the history and gravitas as enology does in America. However, looking back at it now, I shake my head and say what was I thinking? A 31-year-old in my second vintage of winemaking for the brand who had never made sparkling wine before. Why would I try to make a wine that hadn’t been made before, and pay for it by borrowing money against two credit cards and rolling those balances over to a third card that was offering zero percent APR on balance transfers? Having to recount this story here it reminds me that there’s a thin line between a leap of faith and jumping to your own doom. 4. The pandemic has caused a lot of brands to adjust and pivot. What significant shift has your business faced this year that you had never considered before? From the start, I built Bodkin Wines to be a brand where we sell 50 to 60 percent of our wines to out-of-state distributors and 35 to 45 percent to retailers and restaurants in California. With the pandemic, there was a three-month period this year where we sold all of 20 cases of wine through those aforementioned channels. The saving grace for the business was our direct-to-consumer sales through the website. With more people drinking at home these days, we’ve seen an increase in online orders. What before had only been 5 percent of our total sales has become closer to 30 percent of the bottled wine that is sold. 5. In your opinion, what is the best and worst thing that has come out of the pandemic, for your business and for the industry as a whole? With the increase in web sales, there were some growing pains for sure. I’ll be the first to admit I was caught flat-footed by the amount of time and effort needed for customer service and was slow to get systems in place to manage such a sharp increase in business from out of nowhere. I’m thankful to have these problems, though, as I feel both blessed and energized by all this newfound interest in my wines, and this has really forced us to level-up as a business. Shout-out to Marissa Machado, my e-commerce, website, and wine club maven, who has been a total rock star in helping guide the business through this growth phase. It’s easy to say that the increase in wine sales during the pandemic is good for the wine industry. However, it’s also a case of the rich getting richer with seven of the largest wine conglomerates seeing the vast majority of the 27 to 30 percent growth in wine sales. I will say that whatever gets people drinking more wine will raise the tide and help lift up all wineries, which I feel like I’m seeing. However, the thing that has me most excited for post-pandemic life is seeing changes to state liquor laws in many states. With the increase in to-go dining from restaurants, many states have softened up their laws on to-go sales of alcohol. I hope this is a small first step in a broader movement for states to revisit their alcoholic beverage laws and start to make more changes that better reflect the desires of the people in our modern era. 6. Are there any new initiatives you are working on with Bodkin Wines or in the wine industry in general? In light of all the challenges of harvest 2020, I’ve been excited to embrace a more “natural” approach to winemaking this year. Personally, I’ve become more “woke” to the sourcing of the foods I eat and things I put in my own body, so for this harvest, I really tried to limit the additions I made to my wines. Although I wasn’t able to do the vintage additive-free, when I did need to make one, I used all organic-certified and vegan winemaking products. Additionally, this was the first vintage where I made no yeast additions. All of my lots this year spontaneously fermented, the more technically precise term for “native yeast” fermentations, which was a fun experiment to try. I’m saying it was “fun” because I’m pretty happy with the way the wines worked out, though there definitely were some moments of tension while I was waiting for the ferments to kick off, for sure. 7. What’s the most fun part of winemaking to you? I really enjoy the chase of perfection. It’s the pursuit of making a wine so perfect that I cannot find any fault in it when judged against the impossibly high standard of the idealized wine I set out to make. That’s what keeps me coming back vintage after vintage. I will say that while I’ve taken pride in every wine I’ve bottled and thought a handful of wines were close to reaching the goals I set for them, there’s only one wine I’ve made that’s exceeded my unfairly high expectations, and that was the 2013 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc from Rogers Family Vineyards in Dry Creek. That wine just hits different, though. 8. As a Black-owned wine company, how do you hope that the industry will change marketing narratives and amplify more diversity? I feel like we are making a positive (yet long overdue) step in the right direction as an industry. Every time someone showcases the story of or features products from a maker from a community of color, it not only helps that producer keep producing in a business sense, but it also lights up a beacon of awareness for others in the community to see. Keeping up the momentum of the movement and continuing to advance the dialogue of diversity over the next several years is the first step to affecting meaningful change in the industry. 9. What advice do you have for up-and-coming winemakers in the industry? Work hard, taste a lot of wine, don’t be afraid to ask questions, work for a variety of winemakers who specialize in different varieties of wine, and learn the science behind winemaking. While these standard tidbits of advice are helpful in getting aspiring winemakers pointed in the right direction, developing a strong sense of objectivity when it comes to your own wines is what will keep you on the right track. Being able to look at your own wines as they are, without ego or bias, is essential. Being able to judge your own work by its merits and detractions is what will allow you to learn and grow in your craft. If you think every wine you make is great, you’ll never open yourself up to the idea that there are areas where you can improve, while conversely, if you only look at the faults in your own wines it makes it hard to take the risks you need to make really progressive and interesting wines. All in all, customers, somms, distributors, and critics are all going to have opinions about your wines, and you need to have a strong internal compass to keep the praise from going to your head and the critiques from going to your heart. 10. What’s your long-term vision for Bodkin? Over the past nine years, I’ve accomplished the majority of the goals I had when I started out back in 2011. From making America’s first sparkling Sauvignon Blanc in 2012, to having 90-plus point scores stacked up like cordwood, being a winemaker for “The Bachelor” star Colton Underwood, to being named to the Wine Enthusiast’s 40 under 40 list this year … I’ve checked a lot of my boxes, professionally. I’ve been appreciative of what I’ve accomplished but I wasn’t replacing my goals with new ones as fast as I’ve been checking them off and was really feeling lost in a way. It wasn’t until the BLM movement and renewed national attention on racial inequality when I started to feel that Bodkin Wines could be a vehicle that could help affect change. I now see the brand as a platform to showcase diversity and promote inclusion in the wine industry. Additionally, I feel strongly that the work I’ve done and the knowledge I’ve gained over the years is wasted if I’m not able to pass it on to others. While making wine and selling wine are still paramount, moving forward into the next 10 years of Bodkin Wines, I’m really excited to focus on helping other winemakers and wine professionals — particularly those of color — through internship placement and mentorship opportunities. The article Chris Christensen of Bodkin Wines Is Inventing New Wines and Promoting Inclusion appeared first on VinePair. Via https://vinepair.com/articles/chris-christensen-bodkin-wines/ Via https://vinology1.weebly.com/blog/chris-christensen-of-bodkin-wines-is-inventing-new-wines-and-promoting-inclusion When it comes to both Champagne and Prosecco, the term “brut” means that the wine is very dry — or, in other words, that there is very little sugar left in the wine. It’s the kind of sparkling wine that makes your mouth water. It is not the driest of sparkling, though, as you can also find extra brut and brut nature, the latter having no sugar left in the wine at all. Brut is the style you find most often with bubbly and is by far the most popular, but brut nature is gaining popularity among wine geeks. On the sweeter side moving up from brut, you’ll find extra dry or extra sec, dry or sec, demi-sec, and doux, with doux being the sweetest. These are sparklings more suited for the end of the meal, and can even be drunk in place of dessert. On the other hand, brut, extra brut, and brut nature work from the appetizers through the mains. The article Ask Adam: What Does ‘Brut’ Mean on a Champagne or Prosecco Label? appeared first on VinePair. Via https://vinepair.com/articles/brut-meaning-champagne-prosecco-sparkling/ Via https://vinology1.weebly.com/blog/ask-adam-what-does-brut-mean-on-a-champagne-or-prosecco-label There is something special about popping open a bottle of perfectly chilled white wine during a cozy evening at home. Whether you’re in the kitchen trying a new recipe or lounging out by the fire pit with friends, a cold glass of Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay can really make the moment special. One way for that moment to turn sour, though, is when you take a sip of your wine, and it’s uncomfortably warm. While we’re all for experiencing wines as they come to room temperature, there are moments when we just want a glass of something refreshing and not have to contemplate the tertiary notes of our $10 Sauvignon Blanc. Thankfully, there’s an easy way to make sure your wine never gets close to that point of overheating. These Cooler Than Cool Wine Glasses are the simplest way to keep your favorite wine extra chilly, even on a sweltering summer afternoon. The double-wall tumbler contains a proprietary gel that freezes extra cold and stays extra cold while drinking your white or rosé wine. And since the cups are stemless, they use a silicone band for extra insulation to keep your hands from warming up your wine while also making the glass comfortable to hold. Just a couple of hours in the freezer and the tumblers are ready to go. You can store one or two in the freezer over an extended period of time, so whenever the moment strikes, you have your gateway to the perfect sip of wine always on deck. Plus, these glasses are made of BPA-free plastic, meaning they are perfect for spending time by the pool, enjoying a cheeseboard in the park, or wherever else a fragile wine glass could be problematic. If you prefer things extra classy, you can also get a set with a double-walled glass construction, and they use the same gel to ensure a cold glass of vino every time. Still on the fence? Not only are they 30% off right now, but wine lovers across the country are also obsessed. According to one reviewer, “I love the feel and look of these wine coolers. I’m keeping these glasses on hand to give as a hostess gift.” Believe us, your wine will thank you. The article The Best Glasses for Cold Wine (And They’re On Sale Now) appeared first on VinePair. Via https://vinepair.com/picks/best-cold-wine-glass-black-friday-2020/ Via https://vinology1.weebly.com/blog/the-best-glasses-for-cold-wine-and-theyre-on-sale-now2253871 There is something special about popping open a bottle of perfectly chilled white wine during a cozy evening at home. Whether you’re in the kitchen trying a new recipe or lounging out by the fire pit with friends, a cold glass of Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay can really make the moment special. One way for that moment to turn sour, though, is when you take a sip of your wine, and it’s uncomfortably warm. While we’re all for experiencing wines as they come to room temperature, there are moments when we just want a glass of something refreshing and not have to contemplate the tertiary notes of our $10 Sauvignon Blanc. Thankfully, there’s an easy way to make sure your wine never gets close to that point of overheating. These Cooler Than Cool Wine Glasses are the simplest way to keep your favorite wine extra chilly, even on a sweltering summer afternoon. The double-wall tumbler contains a proprietary gel that freezes extra cold and stays extra cold while drinking your white or rosé wine. And since the cups are stemless, they use a silicone band for extra insulation to keep your hands from warming up your wine while also making the glass comfortable to hold. Just a couple of hours in the freezer and the tumblers are ready to go. You can store one or two in the freezer over an extended period of time, so whenever the moment strikes, you have your gateway to the perfect sip of wine always on deck. Plus, these glasses are made of BPA-free plastic, meaning they are perfect for spending time by the pool, enjoying a cheeseboard in the park, or wherever else a fragile wine glass could be problematic. If you prefer things extra classy, you can also get a set with a double-walled glass construction, and they use the same gel to ensure a cold glass of vino every time. Still on the fence? Not only are they 30% off right now, but wine lovers across the country are also obsessed. According to one reviewer, “I love the feel and look of these wine coolers. I’m keeping these glasses on hand to give as a hostess gift.” Believe us, your wine will thank you. The article The Best Glasses for Cold Wine (And They’re On Sale Now) appeared first on VinePair. Via https://vinepair.com/picks/best-cold-wine-glass-black-friday-2020/ Via https://vinology1.weebly.com/blog/the-best-glasses-for-cold-wine-and-theyre-on-sale-now It’s been a weird year for cocktail lovers—though some US states quickly made to-go cocktails available, most of us have still had to beef up our at-home mixology game. But, all the more reason to spoil friends, family, and ourselves with cocktail glasses, tools, and gear that will make 2021 tastier. Keep those spirits bright by checking out these Black Friday weekend deals for cocktail lovers!
But, according to Cocktail Codex, a James Beard Award-winning book by Death & Co.’s Alex Day, Nick Fauchald, David Kaplan, and Devon Tarby, you really only need to know six classic cocktails and how to riff on them. Start with the Cocktail Codex Poster and learn how to turn a Daiquiri into a Julep and then into a Whiskey Sour. This full-color museum-quality poster opens up a whole world of cocktail possibilities and will significantly improve your home bartender game.
The article 10 Great Black Friday Weekend Deals For Cocktail Lovers (2020) appeared first on VinePair. Via https://vinepair.com/picks/black-friday-deals-cocktail-lovers-2020/ Via https://vinology1.weebly.com/blog/10-great-black-friday-weekend-deals-for-cocktail-lovers-2020 The European Age of Exploration Was the Unlikely Impetus for the Birth of the Champagne Bottle11/29/2020 At the start of the 16th century, spurred by the invention of the printing press and a push for overseas exploration, wood had become a critical part of everyday European life. It was used to construct homes and buildings, as fuel for heating and glassmaking, and it was the primary raw material for building ships. But by mid-century, Europe faced a serious wood shortage that would change the course of history. Yet despite its terrible cost, the shortage had an ironic silver lining: the birth of the Champagne bottle. The origin of sparkling wine itself is a tangled web, most of it considered apocryphal or disputed at best. Perhaps the most famous creation myth is attributed to Dom Pérignon, the 17th-century Benedictine monk, winemaker, and cellar master of the Abbey of Hautvillers, whose alleged discovery of secondary fermentation in the bottle led him to proclaim, “Come quickly, I am tasting the stars!” Others assert that the technique of secondary fermentation, now popularly known as méthode traditionelle and associated with Champagne production, was stolen by Pérignon from winemakers in southern France. While likely a tall tale, the southern commune Limoux claims to have created sparkling wine in 1531, predating Champagne production by an entire century. Despite his controversial role, famed Champagne house Moët & Chandon still tends a statue of Dom Pérignon on its grounds. While these famous tales and the ubiquity of Champagne have buttressed France’s claim to sparkling wine, one of the most intriguing origin stories comes from an unexpected source. In England, a royal decree led to amazing innovations in glassware that allowed for the creation of bottles capable of withstanding the rigors of carbonation, and may have helped propel the creation of Champagne itself. In 1615, King James I issued a proclamation prohibiting the widespread use of wood in hopes of preserving forests and keeping the Royal Navy afloat. While the wood shortage would impact all of Europe, it affected Britain first. Economic historian John U. Nef suggests that Britain’s rapidly expanding population was to blame for the shortage there. As Nef wrote in a 1977 article for Scientific American, “The population of England and Wales, about three million in the early 1530s, had nearly doubled by the 1690s.” In a report by the BBC, Nick Higham writes, “Early modern glassmakers used charcoal made from oaks to heat their furnaces, but the navy banned the use of oak for anything other than shipbuilding.” Working around the new restrictions, England’s glassmakers resorted to coal. In an invention born of necessity, they discovered that coal’s ability to burn at higher temperatures produced stronger glass. The newfound technique produced thick, sturdy vessels — ones in which the pressure from carbon dioxide could safely be contained. It was the red-hot dawn of the Champagne bottle. “While European counterparts were still using wood, the Champagne bottle as we know it was born in the furnaces of England,” Jai Ubhi writes in a 2019 Atlas Obscura article. He continues, “Not only did these new bottles help spawn an embryonic wine industry, but they became status objects, themselves.” Perhaps unsurprisingly, this theory is disputed by the French. Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger, of the famed Taittinger Champagne house, believes the English stumbled upon sparkling wine by accident. As Taittinger tells it, the English discovered carbonation only after leaving still wines shipped from French monks in the cold causing the wines to undergo a second fermentation. Not to be outdone, others point to the writings of scientist and Englishman Christopher Merrett who, in a 1662 report, wrote the first known account of a manufacture of sparkling wine. As Atlas Obscura points out, “Sir Christopher Merrett’s paper on the secondary fermentation of wine was submitted to the Royal Academy in 1663,” several years before Dom P’s “discovery.” Merrett’s narrative appeared prior to any known French accounts, leading many to wonder whether he really was sparkling wine’s rightful inventor. In 2017, a plaque was put up in the town of Winchcombe, England, paying tribute to Merrett for “documenting how to put the fizz into sparkling wine.” No matter who invented sparkling wine, the ship-building supply shortage and glassmaking innovations of England’s working class undoubtedly helped spark the still-burning flame of Champagne, igniting the proliferation of a beloved cultural delicacy around the world. The article The European Age of Exploration Was the Unlikely Impetus for the Birth of the Champagne Bottle appeared first on VinePair. Via https://vinepair.com/articles/champagne-europe-origin-history/ Via https://vinology1.weebly.com/blog/the-european-age-of-exploration-was-the-unlikely-impetus-for-the-birth-of-the-champagne-bottle There’s nothing worse than taking a sip of our favorite beer, only to find it warm. It’s a shock to the senses, and more often than not, we drain-pour the contents. While we have a drawer of koozies we’ve gathered throughout the years, none of them actually work well enough to keep our bottle of beer chilled to perfection. In our quest for the best way to solve this problem, we’ve absolutely obsessed with this Iceberg Insulated Can and Bottle Cooler. Unlike the stack of rubber party favors and trade show table takeaways, this Iceberg Cooler is actually a gadget backed by an intuitive design. Made of durable, vacuum-insulated stainless steel, it keeps standard-sized beer bottles and cans cold for hours longer than a foam sleeve ever could. And because the cooler is double-walled, it also keeps your hands from warming up your favorite IPA. Plus, we love that there is no need to pour your pilsner or gose in an open cup, which means less spilling and more enjoying. Plus, you can easily mix and match your beers without having to get another glass. You just finished a NEIPA, but are looking to try a wacky pastry stout instead? Just pop the top of the cooler, slide the original can or bottle out, and replace it with your next brew — no rinsing and washing required. With this cooler at your disposal, you’ll never have to drain-pour a warm beer again. The article This Koozie Will Keep Your Beer Cold for Hours (and It’s on Sale Now) appeared first on VinePair. Via https://vinepair.com/picks/this-koozie-will-keep-your-beer-cold-for-hours-and-its-on-sale-now/ Via https://vinology1.weebly.com/blog/this-koozie-will-keep-your-beer-cold-for-hours-and-its-on-sale-now With travel so limited this year, it’ll be hard to head to Vermont to pick up all those juicy, cult classic IPAs. But, that doesn’t mean the holidays are ruined for beer lovers! Why not stock up on the gear that will enhance your drinking experience? This is the stuff we use and love—think a museum-quality beer poster, a beer expert-approved beer log, a tried and tested bottle cooler, and more. Here are the best gifts for beer lovers, all conveniently on sale for Black Friday weekend.
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John BoothHi I am John Booth,36 years old from California,CA,USA,working in Whole Seller market,we supply different types of Beverages to the market.Here I am sharing some special tips about it. Archives
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