Category: Pairings

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 updates on Diageo’s toxic chemical spill, SCOTUS to review a home distilling case, the latest product releases, and more. News to know: Diageo’s toxic spill contaminates “pristine” Scottish river: The water in Scotland’s River Spey was once

In the Mile High City, the fight is on for the future of the middle tier. A brewer threw the first punch — or at least, the first one in the public eye. In early September, Constellation Brands, the country’s third-largest macrobrewer, told its wholesaler in Denver, Coors Distributing Company (CDC), that it was terminating its arrangement within 30 days. Mark Anthony Group, which ranks fourth behind the Modelo maker

This episode of The VinePair Podcast is brought to you by The Italian Trade Agency. On October 26 and 27, Vinitaly.USA will debut in New York City at Manhattan’s Pier 36. The event will feature around 300 Italian wine exhibitors, tastings, masterclasses and connections that matter. Visit vinitalyusa.com to register today. Today on the “VinePair Podcast,” Adam, Joanna, and Zach respond to a recent Royal Bank of Canada report that

Oysters are a glamorous dish. Often served on a lofty tower over a pile of crushed ice, they gleam and glisten as they await a spritz of lemon juice or dash of mignonette. Pair the bivalves with some Champagne, a salty Sancerre, a crisp Martini, or even a pint of Guinness, and you’re in for a glitzy treat. What’s less glamorous, however, is actually ordering oysters. Whether at a dedicated

Working in the service industry, one of the biggest parts of the job is to meet the expectations and wishes of guests. In restaurants, hosts and servers are the business’ first point of contact with the patrons. They are tasked with making sure specific needs are met, such as flagging any allergens or grabbing extra utensils. Likewise, chefs also frequently bend to the whims of their customers, whether that be

This episode of The Buildout is brought to you by Farmer’s Gin. As a bartender, I’m always looking for spirits I’d feel confident pouring and recommending to guests, and Farmer’s Gin is one of them. It delivers exceptional quality at a price that makes it a true workhorse behind the bar or even your home bar. It’s made in Idaho using regenerative, organic certified grain, and grown on a family

Today on “Wine 101,” Keith records this quiet episode in one take at an art studio in Headlands State Park, Calif., so his voice is a bit chill. Every morning, he headed up into wine country with no plans, and it was amazing. Listen Online Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Follow Keith on Instagram @VinePairKeith. Rate and review this podcast wherever you get your podcasts. It really helps

On Friday, a federal judge dismissed a class action lawsuit against Costco and its private label Kirkland Signature that alleged the “100% de agave” claims on its tequila bottles were fraudulent and misleading. The consumer rights firm Hagens Berman filed the case with the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington at Seattle in November last year after amassing 14 plaintiffs to join the class suit. The suit

Increasingly, a bottle of wine these days seems to arrive with an artist attached; on a label, via a vineyard commission, through social media scrolls. The rationale for these arty collaborations is by now well-rehearsed: to attract new audiences, differentiate a brand, and increase cultural capital. “Art enables us to connect with a cultured audience, and is also a good way to keep your brand alive,” says Fabien Vallérian, the

Though Zinfandel’s rich history reaches back to the vineyards of Croatia, the grape variety has had a massive impact on wine drinking culture in the U.S. Originally brought to California by a Boston ship captain, the Zinfandel grape carried winemakers through the Gold Rush and through the evolution of California wine country. Though Cabernet Sauvignon took over as the variety dominating the conversation around California wine, there are still some