Posts Tagged ‘wine’

3 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know About Mead

Written on October 23, 2019.

Mead is on the rise, thanks to the craft beer and distilling movements, as well as persistent references in popular culture. And while it’s true there are still 10 times more breweries in the US than meaderies, the category is experiencing steady growth all the same. Reports from the American Mead Makers Association (AMMA) indicate that on average, a meadery opens in the US every 3 days, signalling the beginnings of a potential new trend in craft mead production.

In hopes of answering some of your burning questions about this delightful drink, here’s 3 surprising things you didn’t know about mead.
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Beverage FAQ: Why Are Wines and Spirits Sealed with Cork?

Written on June 26, 2019.

Q: Why does it matter how wines and spirits are sealed?

A: When beverages are bottled, they are sealed with the intention of preserving their flavor and maintaining the longest shelf life possible. Many wines and spirits require some aging to improve their overall flavor.
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Hangovers Don’t Have to be a Headache

Written on January 6, 2017.

Did ringing in the new year cause a terrible ringing in your head? How did you recover from the light sensitivity that had you wearing your darkest pair of shades indoors and the overall grogginess that is a hangover? Some are turning to hangover recovery drinks as quick fixes to stop their suffering after a night of fun with friends.
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