June 13, 2025

Author: Joyce G. Auld

Uncorked Wisdom: 6 Tips for Rapidly Expanding Your Wine Knowledge
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Uncorked Wisdom: 6 Tips for Rapidly Expanding Your Wine Knowledge

Embarking on a journey to unravel the nuances of wine can be an enriching and delightful experience. Whether you’re a budding enthusiast or an established wine fan seeking to deepen your appreciation for the nectar of the vines, expanding your wine knowledge will open doors to a world of sensory experiences.  From exploring new regions […]

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Cheers to Creativity: 5 Things to Consider Before Attempting to Make Your Own Wine at Home
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Cheers to Creativity: 5 Things to Consider Before Attempting to Make Your Own Wine at Home

Maybe you came across some vineyard machinery for sale online. Or perhaps a friend brought over a tasty homemade bottle that seemed surprisingly high-quality. Whatever the initial inspiration, embarking on a winemaking journey can bring a sense of DIY satisfaction (alongside those delicious glasses of wine).  Before investing in presses, barrels, or fermentation carboys, however, […]

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What to Eat Before Drinking Alcohol
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What to Eat Before Drinking Alcohol

The food you eat can make a big difference in how you feel the next day. Picking the right foods to eat before drinking alcohol can help you control your appetite, balance your electrolytes and reduce some of the adverse effects associated with it. Selecting other foods may cause bloating, dehydration, and heartburn. The egg […]

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Add some chili peppers to your Shitty Pink Wine
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Add some chili peppers to your Shitty Pink Wine

I almost got angry when I saw the article in Bon Appetit suggesting that I add sliced Jalapenos to a rose. Although it’s not the best idea to add a few fruit slices to a cheap, sweet pink wine, adding some was not harmful. I decided to do it. It wasn’t too bad. I bought a bottle […]

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Enjoy a lazy hot girl summer with a watermelon margarita
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Enjoy a lazy hot girl summer with a watermelon margarita

I return to the basics more and more as I make more cocktails. I am easily seduced by discovering new things about what is already known. I’m not a fan of infusions (even though they can be fantastic), fermentations on the kitchen counter, potions with eight or more ingredients, or elaborate cocktail presentations. How often, […]

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How to make ‘creamier’ cocktails without cream
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How to make ‘creamier’ cocktails without cream

Except for corn milk punch, adding full-fat milk to ethanol can lead to, no doubt, adding a touch of cream. The two options are powdered lactic acid The first may need to be ordered, but Add cultured tang to lactic acid. It is the by-product of fermentation that gives yogurt, and It is primarily sour but […]

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Start Those “I-Don’t Care” Days With a Fancy-Free
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Start Those “I-Don’t Care” Days With a Fancy-Free

Two key indicators confirm that I am officially, unambiguously, and regrettably an adult. It’s not my age, which, depending on who you ask, can range from 27 to fifty years old, and it’s certainly not the horizontal lines that have deepened on my forehead as a result of the many times I’ve been around people, […]

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Your cocktail needs a Meringue Flake.
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Your cocktail needs a Meringue Flake.

You can make a cocktail look fancy in several ways: with an Angostura Bitters drawing of yourself, citrus peels, herbs, or even egg white fizz. Few garnishes are both visually appealing and delicious. They can also act as insulation. Add a meringue flotation to your cocktail to improve it. It is amazing how versatile and […]

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