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PERFECT PAIRING
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10 Brunch Wines
Whether you prefer red, white, rosé,
or sparkling, this guide will help you find the best wine to
complement your next brunch. Pair these picks with everything from pancakes and waffles to eggs Benedict and crab legs. |
GET MORE FOR YOUR MONEY
Top 10 Value Wines
We've all heard the phrase, "You get what you pay for." This isn't always the case with wines. From robust reds to spiffy sparklers, these ten picks prove that a good value doesn't have to mean sacrificing quality. |
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THE BEST BREWS
Top
10 Sipping Beers
There's more to beer than the everyday brands we drink in bulk. In fact, premium beer can be swirled, sniffed and sipped much like fine wine. Be sure to try one of our selections, like Belgian Trappist Ale or Imperial Stout.
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ERIN GO BREW
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10 Irish Beers
Although there's no definitive connection between beer and St. Patrick, we don't need an excuse to enjoy a good Irish brew. Our picks, from Cream Ales to Lagers, are all Ireland-born for a classic and true taste.
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MEDICINE FOR THE CABINET
Lotus Vodka
Known for its kick, who knew vodka could be healthy, too? These unique 80-proof spirits promise a hip twist to old school vodka: White Lotus is infused with vitamins, while Blue Lotus boasts caffeine and guarana. |
WILD AND SMOOTH
Russell's Reserve Rye
Most people avoid rye, but this new release from Kentucky may change some minds. Russell's Reserve Rye is a smooth, handcrafted 90-proof spirit that exudes flavors of caramel and aromas of vanilla and allspice.
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THE FACES AND PLACES OF WINE
Wine Across America
This photographic journey across America celebrates wine passion and production in all fifty United States, from California's Red Rock Canyon to Thomas Jefferson's vineyard in Virginia, the "birthplace of American wine." |
KEEP YOUR VINO SNUG AS A BUG
Winepocket
Save your wine and the earth at the same time with this eco-friendly transportation solution. Made from durable factory excess, the utilitarian, modern Winepocket carries and protects your favorite vino. |
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GO ALL IN!
Wine Teasers
What gives Sauternes wine its special tang? If you don't know, you'll find out when you play a round of Wine Teasers. This trivia card game is a crash course in wine knowledge for novices and a fun challenge for experts. |
WINEMAKER
DINNERS & TASTINGS
There's always more to learn about wine. From Seattle to
South Beach, New York to New Orleans, there are winemaker
dinners and wine tastings happening
across the country. Take part in a simple wine class, a
wine and cheese pairing or even a fancy prix-fixe meal.
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ALL
EVENTS AT A GLANCE
Spend some time with other wine, beer and spirit lovers at one
of the many food
and wine festivals happening this spring.
Of particular note are Boston's Taste of the Nation in April and the Ninth Annual Heart’s Delight Wine Tasting & Auction in Washington, D.C. in May. |
 
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