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• Effervescence Unleashed Cocktail of the Month for April 2025: The Sparkling...

  

  The Effervescence Unleashed Cocktail of the Month for April 2025 is the Sparkling Grappa. Simply add grappa and liqueur to a glass and stir. Top with sparkling... Read more

  Posted on 01 April 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Effervescence Unleashed: What is Crémant De Bourgogne?

  

  Part of the Effervescence Unleashed program is to highlight the various sparkling wine regions and methods used throughout the world. Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Effervescence Unleashed Bonus Cocktail: The St Patrick's Day Black Velvet

  

  We have a special bonus Effervescence Unleashed Cocktail: The St Patrick's Day Black Velvet. Celebrate with the Irish with this easy cocktail featuring just... Read more

  Posted on 17 March 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• The Global Artisan Vintners Alliance

  

  “Our vision is to create a network of global wine region partners who share the same ideals and values, who share the same struggles that we all endure, but... Read more

  Posted on 15 March 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Effervescence Unleashed Cocktail of the Month for March 2025: Mardi Gras Old...

  

  Effervescence Unleashed Cocktail of the Month for March: Mardi Gras Old CubanCapstone Vineyards Sparkling ChardonnayWildcat Brothers Distilling Noire RumRecipe:... Read more

  Posted on 11 March 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• BevFluence Chicago Speakeasy: The Story of Norton

  

  In 1873, the international wine community was stunned when a Missouri produced Norton wine produced by Poeschel Scherer was declared the “Best Red of All... Read more

  Posted on 09 March 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• BevFluence Chicago Speakeasy: Cambio -- A Mexican-styled Tequila

  

  Tequila is one of the only spirits in the world to retain a sense of place through its entire process, it retains its Terroir. Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• The Herdade Do Esporão's Inaugural "Monte Velho Reserva Red 2022"

  

  Alentejo is a Portuguese wine region that I vow one day to visit. It covers much of Portugal’s southern half, spanning the flatlands below the Tejo River down t... Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Why We Are Attending the Eastern Winery Exposition

  

  "EWE coordinates the biggest trade show outside of the West Coast. This dynamic conference offers industry members to learn from the vendors who often can suppl... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Visiting Wolf Point Distilling During the BevFluence Chicago Speakeasy

  

  During our Speakeasy events we try to visit local producers at discovered that Wolf Point Distilling was very close to our content house. Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Effervescence Unleashed Cocktail of the Month for February 2025: Sparkling Rosé...

  

  The Effervescence Unleashed Cocktail of the Month for February 2025 is the Sparkling Rosé French 75. We are celebrating both the American Cider Association... Read more

  Posted on 04 February 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• The Humboldt Current and Chile’s Coastal (Chardonnay and Pinot Noir) Wines

  

  "Of the great oceanic currents, the Humboldt stands out. It generates one of the richest maritime ecosystems in the world. It’s so large and cold that it affect... Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Sipping the Best of DuCard Vineyards

  

  Like several successful Virginia wineries, Ducard Vineyards opened 15 years ago during the ascendence of the Commonwealth's wine industry. Read more

  Posted on 21 January 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Effervescence Unleashed: Virginia Sparkling Red Wine

  

  "The overall inspiration for the wine comes from the often asked question, "why not?" This is a popular question here at CV and has led to many different... Read more

  Posted on 18 January 2025 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Southern Distillery Tour: Mississippi with Crittenden Distillery & Circle Hook...

  

  During another quick trip to Lafayette I was able to visit and tour two distilleries in the Gulf area of The Magnolia State: Crittenden Distillery and Circle... Read more

  Posted on 24 December 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Grape Spotlight: Islas Canarias DOP Listán Blanco and the Bodega El Lomo 4 Lías

  

  Courtesy of vineyards.comThe Canary Islands archipelago is an interesting region for growing grapes as it is the most tropical of Europe's wine regions. Read more

  Posted on 12 December 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Grape Spotlight: Canary Islands Lanzarote DO Listán Negro Through the La Geria...

  

  Courtesy of vineyards.comThe Canary Islands archipelago is an interesting region for growing grapes as it is the most tropical of Europe's wine regions. Read more

  Posted on 09 December 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Southern Distillery Tour: Tennessee, Alabama & Louisiana

  

  In early-mid November I embarked on a trip to Lafayette making sure I visited as many distilleries as possible - particularly those that offer a rum expression. Read more

  Posted on 07 December 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from Across the Domaine Bousquet Landscape

  

  We love receiving wines from Domaine Bousquet, not only because of their quality and value, but also to learn more about regenerative farming. Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK

• Pomme and Perry Showcase: Single Varietal Ciders

  

  We look at each cider as a story. When we are making our ciders from the year's harvest we take the apples we are given, the characters, and try to blend into... Read more

  Posted on 18 November 2024 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK