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Review: Wines of Ancient Peaks, Early 2025 Releases

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Paso Robles-based Ancient Peaks is no stranger to the pages of Drinkhacker, and today we showcase four wines that have recently hit the market. 2023 Ancient Peaks Chardonnay Paso Robles Santa Margarita Ranch – Creamy but featuring a restrained oak profile, light on notes of vanilla but enough to keep things interesting. Melon and lemon curd do more of the heavy lifting, with some coconut coming into focus on the finish.

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Watermelon Basil Vodka Infusion

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A watermelon basil vodka infusion is the perfect homemade mixer for summertime! On its own or in cocktails, it's a refreshing drink that's perfect for summer parties or a relaxing evening at home.

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Review: CasAzar Tequila Reposado

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CasAzar is the newest tequila vying for membership in the exclusive, ultra-ultra-premium tequila market. This distinguished club of tequilas is marked by exorbitant price tags along with impossibly tall bottles that dont fit on any typical liquor shelf and require special placement where they can, hopefully, garner even more attention. And yet, despite the hype, the tequila inside these bottles is sometimes first rate.

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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Crown Royal (But Probably Should)

The Whiskey Wash

Crown Royal is one of the most recognizable names in Canadian whisky. It is famous for its smooth taste, crown-shaped bottle, and that unmistakable purple bag. But behind the bar-shelf staple lies a deeper story. From its royal roots to a world-beating rye, this whisky has a few surprises up its regal sleeve. In this article, we uncover five little-known facts about Crown Royal whisky that even seasoned fans might have missed, whether you’re in it for the history, the heritage, or just tha

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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Scotch Whisky Review: Clynelish 1993 30 Year Old Halcyon Spirits

The Whiskey Wash

Whats Happening With Clynelish? The world of Clynelish independent bottlings is getting smaller, and prices are climbing. Even the heavyweights like Gordon & MacPhail and Signatory rarely bottle this liquid these days. Known for its signature waxy character, that trademark texture is notably absent in this particular release, making it stand out quite dramatically in the world of Clynelish.

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Scotch vs. American vs. English Whisky: The Yeast Divide

The Whiskey Wash

For decades, yeast in whisky was a behind-the-scenes player, important but barely acknowledged. Traditionally, its role was seen as functional, converting sugars into alcohol, while the focus was on grain, oak, and time. But over the past few years, yeast has stepped into the spotlight, with distillers beginning to recognize it as a key contributor to whiskys flavor.

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