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Wine 101: Wine Noise Part III: Flying Yeast

This episode of Wine 101 is brought to you by Meiomi. The most memorable summer memories are often the “after” moments, like enjoying fireside smores after a great day at the beach, or playing cards after a delicious dinner on the patio. The perfect finish to these moments is Meiomi Pinot Noir, a wine that brings balance and sophistication to the forefront. Make your favorite summer moments unforgettable by visiting

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Trump Announces Ban on Canadian Alcohol Imports, Escalating Trade Conflict

On Tuesday, president Donald Trump announced a plan to ban import of a range of Canadian products, escalating the already tense tariff disputes between the U.S. and its neighbor to the north. The restrictions — which are set to go into effect on Sept. 29 — will encompass alcoholic beverages including wine, spirits, malt beer as well as dairy products and motor parts. The latest in the ongoing tariff tug-of-war,

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9 of the Best White Wines from Italy’s Campania

Campania, the southern Italian region on the Tyrrhenian Sea, is perhaps best known for Aglianico, the marvelous red variety that is sometimes referred to as “the Barolo of the South.” If you haven’t tried Aglianico, here are some recommendations from my column earlier this year. Beyond Aglianico, Campania, with its volcanic soils deposited by Mount Vesuvius, offers several notable but lesser-known white varieties that produce some of the more exciting

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7 NFL Teams Whose Fans Have Iconic Game Day Drink Orders — From the Chicago Handshake to the Kansas City Ice Water

Every September, NFL fans gather together to christen a new football season. This ritual of renewal carries a feeling of fresh promise and boundless hope, since no team has been officially eliminated from playoff contention yet. It also provides a convenient means to gather together with good friends and drink something. What exactly gets consumed can depend on the team. While beer is the universal choice of tailgaters everywhere and

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The VinePair Podcast: Your Menu Has to Be Cohesive

Inspired by a couple of recent pieces about restaurant green and red flags, Joanna and Zach are joined by VinePair contributor Dave Foss to discuss some of their red and green flags on restaurant menus and when they sit down to dine. From a cohesive menu to considered pricing to…soup (?), what are the signs that you’re in the right (or wrong) spot? Dave is drinking: Bodgeas Los Bermejos Listan

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Does Hospitality Suffer When a Top Cocktail Bar Goes All-in on Reservations?

By 5 p.m. on most nights, a healthy line of anxious hopefuls coalesces outside the entrance of schmuck. in New York City’s East Village. For those who didn’t have the forethought to make a reservation, their only hope to procure a coveted seat is to arrive early and join the queue. When schmuck. opened in early 2025, it offered only a handful of global access reservations via Resy, which are

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We Asked 9 Chefs: What’s Your Go-to Fast Food Order?

There’s nothing like digging into the bottom of a greasy bag to pull out a handful of fries at the end of a long day — even chefs who spend hours delicately placing herbs on a plate with tweezers can admit it. Whether it’s chicken nuggets with an array of dipping sauces, tacos topped with orange shredded cheese, or a specialty that you can only find at a local chain,

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All of the Cocktails Named After U.S. States, Mapped

Whether it be for a big sporting event or community get together, sometimes an occasion calls for a cocktail with a little state pride. While each U.S. state has its most popular drink and perhaps a cocktail that matches the region’s vibes, many states also boast a namesake quaff. From the bullfrog-populous Connecticut to Kentucky’s bourbon country to the apple orchards of Washington State, some of these cocktails pull inspiration

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AriZona Iced Tea’s New Artist Residency Is the Latest Chapter in Its Unconventional Brand Story

Any marketing executive will tell you that they care about their brand’s aesthetics, but it’s rare to find a corporation where the design language is as distinctive, long-lasting, and personal as AriZona Iced Tea — a commitment that has recently taken an unexpected turn. AriZona Iced Tea entered the market in 1992 with cans featuring an eye-catching palette of teal and green and motifs inspired by the American Southwest, all

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Booze News Weekly Roundup: Four Roses Announces Annual Small Batch Release, PBR Beer Heist Escalates, and More

This is VinePair’s Booze News Weekly Roundup, where we gather the hottest headlines and product releases every Friday for a snapshot of what’s happening in the beverage alcohol industry. This week, we have an update on a record breaking beer heist, a look at the biggest cocktail in sports during its peak season, and the announcement of Four Roses’ annual Small Batch release. News to know: Beer heist escalates: Last