It is a little-known fact that brandy is derived from simple distilled wine. Brandy is the cousin of wine despite having a larger alcohol content. Brandy’s 90-100 proof quality also makes it easy for people to mistake it for whiskey. Unlike wine, brandy is always seen as an old man’s drink, always taken with a … Read more
Does organic wine have added sulfites? No! However, it would be to your advantage to know that sulfite-free wine is nonexistent because sulfites are present naturally thanks to the fermentation process. However, there are different sulfur levels in wine. If all this seems confusing, don’t fret, this article will help you learn why organic wine … Read more
Rich alluring aromatics, dark color, and loads of sweet spices and berry flavors, red wine is the perfect finishing for a barbecue night. And for a good reason, red wine is scientifically proven to have some health benefits due to its potent antioxidant profile. That’s right! It is believed to lower cholesterol levels and reduce … Read more
Winemaking can be a satisfying process especially for people who love making their own home brews. However, if you have had to deal with the pesky fizz of leftover carbon dioxide then you know just how important degassing your wine properly is. During the fermentation process, one of the by-products produced is carbon dioxide. While … Read more
Some of the most famous wines in the market are Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio – Chardonnay more than Pinot. Chardonnay has a market share of 13.3% of the total wine sales market share in the US alone. So even though you might not like it, chances are you’ve tasted Chardonnay or at least heard of … Read more
Getting free wine is one of the easiest things to do. From loyalty cards to free happy hours and free wine compensations due to terrible service, you cannot run out of options to save a few bucks on drinks. All it takes is a little bit of ingenuity and dedication. Several companies and agencies tend … Read more
Wine has a culture of its own which has quite a few elements that anyone can genuinely enjoy taking part in. A part of this culture that can be just as enjoyable as drinking wine is winemaking. Winemaking is not limited to just wineries, it can be done right from the comfort of your own … Read more
If you’re the type who is conscious about your weight and food intake, the number of calories present in every single bite will matter to you. Well, in this case, not only bites but gulps as well. While many say they “diet”, they probably only watch the types of food they take. However, the types … Read more
Blueberry wine is one of the easiest to make for DIY home enthusiasts. It is a great starting point for beginners, and it is a wine with great flavor that even wine connoisseurs will enjoy. One factor that makes blueberries excellent for winemaking is their small shape that looks like a grape with lots of … Read more
Is it peach season or what? Peach facial, jam, wine, salsa, pies, ice cream, sparkling sangria… so many ways to like your peach! Well, today we go for wine. Just so you know, peach wine is rich in vitamin A, potassium, thiamine, calcium, antioxidants (duh!), vitamin c, and niacin. But, nutritional benefits aside, its sweet, … Read more