The Science of Spirits Aging
A Tales of the Cocktail panel dives into the processes—and molecules—that contribute flavor characteristics
New Orleans’ Breweries and Distilleries on the Rise
In the Crescent City, crafting catches up to consumption
How to Refresh Your Wine Program with Ribera del Duero and Rueda Wines
Top restaurant and retail accounts are finding new success with Spain’s most popular wines
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Becoming a Brewmaster
A lot of study and practice goes into earning the title brewmaster, but not everyone with the title puts in the work
Winemaking’s Urban Sprawl
With infrastructure and looser restrictions as draws, some winemakers are trading wine country for urban digs
Luke Wohlers of Importer Walden Selections
This former sommelier is importing some of the more interesting bottles available in the Pacific Northwest
German Riesling: On the Precipice of Change
How climate change is affecting German Rieslings and what it means for the future of the Prädikatswein system
Koval’s Heart-Cut-Only Approach to Whiskey
The founders of Chicago’s Koval Distillery share their “new-school” approach to single-barrel whiskey
Big Brewers Go Small with Special Releases
In an effort to experiment and build consumer excitement, more brands are introducing limited editions
Cider’s Core Curriculum
Cider makers are working to develop metrics and vocabulary that are meaningful to consumers
Pommery Looks Beyond Champagne
With new plantings in California and England, Thierry Gasco is chasing a growing thirst for sparkling wine
Tea Finds Its Seat at the Bar
Seattle bars pay boozy homage to the afternoon tea tradition with a variety of creative cocktails and pairings
Brazilian Spirit, American Wood
Cachaça producer Novo Fogo uses sustainably harvested American oak to help protect Brazilian rain forests
48 Hours in Florence with Jeff Porter
The Batali & Bastianich beverage director shares his tips for touring and tasting in Tuscany’s capital city
A Ripening Market for American Brandies
American brandy is enjoying a revival, but it’s a little too early to call it a boom
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A Sisterhood Aims to Empower Women Behind the Bar
A new forum where women discuss everything from sexual harassment to work-life balance and financial planning
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Seeking Depth in New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc
A look at how winemakers are moving Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc beyond its one-dimensional reputation