Practically everyone likes a good mimosa. It’s a very popular drink made from sparkling wine or champagne, orange juice, and triple sec. Some people prefer Gran Marnier triple sec since it’s a bit sweet. But the big question we get the most is, what’s the best champagne to use to make mimosas? Naturally, the answer …
Did you know that sweet wine drying techniques date back to the eighth century and were created primarily as a way to increase the lifespan of a bottle of wine? It’s true! However, these wines have become some of the most popular options around the world, particularly in the luscious sweet red variety. Here’s what you need …
Before I knew anything about wine, I was the woman at the bar who asked for an ice cube in my glass of red wine—a definite faux pas in any connoisseur’s mind, no doubt. However, something could also be said about the temperature at which these establishments were serving their wine. Suppose you bought a …
The Ideal Temperature to Store White and Red Wine – A Simple Guide Read More »
Wine is often a part of many parties since it pairs well with many kinds of food. If you’ve drunk a certain wine, then you know how it tastes in your mouth. How light or how heavy the wine feels when you drink it is its body. Of course, wine can taste at least slightly …
Most of the time, wine is thought to be associated with fine dining, work meetings, celebratory events, or simply relaxing on the couch and unwinding after a long day. There are three main types of wine, which are red, white, and rose, but can you mix and match to make the ultimate wine creation? A …
There’s nothing worse than coming home from a tiring and stressful day at work to pour yourself a glass of wine, only to find it doesn’t taste or smell quite right. Whether the aroma isn’t quite as oaky as you’d remembered or the taste doesn’t pack the same fruity punch, it’s always off-putting when the …
What Happens If You Drink Bad Wine (Health Guide) Read More »
For anyone who enjoys a couple of glasses of red wine after a stressful day at work, you may have wondered why it makes you feel sleepy afterwards. Furthermore, you may also be curious as to whether there’s any truth in the belief that red wine makes you more drowsy and tired than any of …
Reasons Why Wine Makes You Sleepy (Red & White Wine) Read More »
When a sommelier describes a glass of wine, a beginner can find the whole thing baffling. This humble drink has a potential for a rich depth of flavor, but it can’t be properly enjoyed if you simply swig it back. Properly understanding the taste of wine is a long process. It can take years for …
We’ve all been in a situation where we’ve put a bottle of wine in the freezer in an attempt to make the drink cold quickly. We’ve also all been in a situation where we’ve purposely left a bottle of wine in the freezer in hopes of prolonging its shelf life, but without actually knowing if …
Does Wine Freeze? If So, At What Temperature Does Wine Freeze? Read More »
The question of how many grapes it takes to make a single bottle of wine is one that wine enthusiasts have been asking for as long as they have been drinking the stuff. It is the question that vineyard workers and owners are most regularly asked on tours and tastings, and the question that concerns …
