Wine cocktails have gotten a bad reputation over the years. This is partially due to the emergence of wine coolers. Wine coolers were a time before artisanal cocktails and craft beer were all the rage. Wine coolers are crafted from a combination of wine, fruit...
Have you ever put much effort into understanding why a wine is good? Do you prefer to dive deep and really know everything there is to know about your wine? Ever been curious about natural wine but weren't sure what to ask? As natural wine...
When writing or speaking about wine, critics, wine lovers, and writers will use certain terms that we may not all understand. Here we will talk about a few of those terms so you can better know what someone is talking about when using these specific...
The days are getting warmer, and ice cream is sounding more and more like a great idea for dessert or a daytime snack. But maybe you usually have a glass of wine at these times and don't want to give that up. Wine and ice...
Have you ever added ice cubes to your wine? Maybe you didn't have time to properly chill it or maybe your glass warmed up and you wanted to get that refreshing coolness back in. Let's discuss what ice does to wine and when it's considered...
I'm sure we've all been appreciating the warmer weather we've been getting. Flowers are blooming, the air is fresh, and everything feels new! To follow this feeling of freshness, let's look at some super tasty spring sangria recipes! The Spring Sangria What better place to start? Whip...
Lots of people love a good discount. Especially on something they purchase all the time. Have you ever searched for a great $5 bottle of wine that tastes just like that $30 bottle you had one night on a splurge? Are there real differences between...
Wine might be special to you for a variety of reasons. It could signify a holiday or special occasion, or even just a moment of peace or alone time. To others, wine may just be a mixture of water and alcohol, a beverage, a means...
Ever wonder what the best wines for relaxing are? Some people go for a hot cup of calming tea or rich hot chocolate, but wine lovers reach for a glass of wine. What benefits does wine have in helping you relax and does changing up...
Most of us have been here, before. Sometimes it seems it doesn't matter how careful you are, spills happen whether they're caused by you, a waiter/waitress, a friend, or a bump from a stranger in a crowded place. But in keeping the theme of all...
[caption id="attachment_384" align="alignnone" width="600"] Forest dawn[/caption] With spring on the horizon, breaking out some new flavors of wine are on the mind. Wondering what flavors best compliment the freshness of springtime? Let's look at some nice light-bodied wines to bring in the season and welcome the...
If you find yourself with leftover wine going to waste, you'll like this one. Instead of letting your wine oxidize over time and fade or lose flavor, try some of these ideas. For starters, you can simply try buying smaller bottles if you often find yourself...
Have you ever wondered when looking at wine bottles why some use corks and others use screw caps? While you may associate screw caps with lower-quality wine, the stopper can tell you a lot about the wine inside the bottle. It can either imply longevity,...
While you may store your bottles on the counter or a wine rack in your home, not all wines are best served at room temperature. You can and should refrigerate most of your wines an appropriate amount of time before serving them. Keep reading to...