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As Climate Change Shifts Harvest Earlier, Winemakers Face a New Set of Challenges Beyond the Vineyard

As Climate Change Shifts Harvest Earlier, Winemakers Face a New Set of Challenges Beyond the Vineyard

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Trump Announces Ban on Canadian Alcohol Imports, Escalating Trade Conflict

Trump Announces Ban on Canadian Alcohol Imports, Escalating Trade Conflict

Booze News Weekly Roundup: Four Roses Announces Annual Small Batch Release, PBR Beer Heist Escalates, and More

Booze News Weekly Roundup: Four Roses Announces Annual Small Batch Release, PBR Beer Heist Escalates, and More

Booze News Weekly Roundup: Family Feud at Brown-Forman, Sazerac Acquires New Kentucky Distillery, and More

Booze News Weekly Roundup: Family Feud at Brown-Forman, Sazerac Acquires New Kentucky Distillery, and More

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A self-described “wine and sake jester,” Jenny Eagleton (@snack_wizard_5000) is coming in hot with her very best of NYC. Be sure to check out some of these incredible spots or head to Somssi for an unforgettable, wine- and sake-fueled evening with the jester herself.

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Is it easier to walk in to a restaurant or bar in New York City when it’s raining? On this episode of the Wait, we are testing the ‘Rain Theory’ and discovering just how easy (or hard) it is to walk in to East Village hot spots Claud and Penny.Hosted by @jacobkleaf📸: @cassidysledge

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Behind every great bottle of wine is a team of people working year-round to bring it to life.On this episode of “The Great American Wine Tour,” Keith Beavers and Alex Sarovich head to Rombauer Vineyards in Napa Valley to see how long-tenure employees, enduring traditions, and a commitment to getting the details right helped make Rombauer’s California Chardonnay an icon.Watch the full episode at the link in bio!Presented by @rombauervineyards.

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Don’t underestimate the power of blue — or Logan Rodriguez’s ability to make a complicated cocktail. If you want something blue (and cheesy), this is probably one of the most complicated ways to get there. Our recommendation? Just head to Oddball in the East Village and sip on the Computer Blue after all the hard work has been done. Cheers!

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It’s official, we are in London and on the hunt for the best recommendations from some of the world’s most decorated bartenders. We are kicking off our Bartender’s Guide across the pond with the one and only Giorgio Bargiani (giorgio_bar_giani), assistant director of mixology at the Connaught Bar (theconnaught) and 2026 Bartenders’ Bartender Award Winner from 50 Best.

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Welcome to the Great American Wine Tour. We are headed to the heart of American wine country to discover why wine drinkers all over the world have fallen in love with the Cabernet Sauvignon coming from California’s Napa Valley and Sonoma County.Our journey begins with Silver Oak, one of the few producers that captures the best of both iconic American regions. Your hosts Keith Beavers and Alex Sarovich travel to Silver Oak Cellars to explore the history, vineyards, and philosophy behind one of America’s most celebrated wineries, and get a sneak peek at a new release that combines the best of what Napa and Sonoma have to offer. Watch the full episode at the link in our bio!Presented by @silveroakcellars.

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Riesling lovers, listen up. Jin Ahn (@mightyjin) from the always exciting Noreetuh (@noreetuh) is giving us his wine-loving guide to New York City. Grab a glass, pull up that notes app, and be sure to drop in to see him in the East Village soon. Cheers!

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How long does it take to walk into The Lions Bar? Is their burger really worth the wait? And where should you go in the East Village for a killer cocktail? Find out on this new installment of The Wait with @jacobkleaf. 📸: @cassidysledge

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The VinePair Podcast: Can American Drinks Ever Regain the Canadian Market?

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We Asked 15 Bartenders: Which Scotch Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2026)

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The Psychology Behind Food Towers: Why Are We Drawn to Tiered Meals?

Ask a Bartender: Can You Skip the Tip Line But Still Add Gratuity?

The Honey Deuce Has a New Challenger at This Year’s US Open: Meet the Moët Serve

From Limoncello to Mirto: A Guide to Italy’s Island Liqueurs

Wine

9 of the Best White Wines from Italy’s Campania

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9 of the Best White Wines from Italy’s Campania

The 17 Best High-Low Wine Pairings, According to Sommeliers

The 17 Best High-Low Wine Pairings, According to Sommeliers

The Percentage of Your Restaurant Wine Bill That’s Pure Markup, According to 7 Sommeliers

The Percentage of Your Restaurant Wine Bill That’s Pure Markup, According to 7 Sommeliers

We Asked 9 Wine Pros: What’s the Most Underrated American Wine Region? (2026)

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We Asked 9 Wine Pros: What’s the Most Underrated American Wine Region? (2026)

The VinePair Podcast: Secret Wine Lists: Savvy or Shady?

The VinePair Podcast: Wine Needs to Break the Rules

From Santorini to the Canary Islands: 7 Volcanic Wine Regions Beyond Mt. Etna Worth Exploring

Wine 101: Wine Noise Part I: Sugar Fungus

Beer

Monster Beverage Is Making More Money Than Its Brewing Division Can Lose

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Monster Beverage Is Making More Money Than Its Brewing Division Can Lose

Every Dry County Left in America, Mapped — And the Reasons Over a Million Americans Still Can’t Buy a Drink

Every Dry County Left in America, Mapped — And the Reasons Over a Million Americans Still Can’t Buy a Drink

We Asked 10 Brewers: What’s Your Guilty-Pleasure Beer? (2026)

We Asked

We Asked 10 Brewers: What’s Your Guilty-Pleasure Beer? (2026)

The VinePair Podcast: Is Closing Early a Crime?

The VinePair Podcast: Is Closing Early a Crime?

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