Tawny vs. Ruby Port
Winter’s Warmest Debate (and How to Drink Them Both Like a Pro). When winter settles in and the thermostat drops a few degrees lower than comfort would prefer, fortified wines step confidently into the spotlight. They don’t whisper; they glow. And among them, Port is having another well-deserved moment. Again. But as bottles come off shelves and…
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Learning to Speak Italian (Wine)
A guide to Italy’s lesser‑known grapes—pronunciation encouraged, confusion forgiven. Italy is not a single wine language. It is a chorus of dialects, whispered in mountain valleys, shouted from sun‑baked coasts, and stubbornly preserved by families who never bothered to translate for outsiders. To learn Italian wine is not to memorize a list—it is to learn…
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New Year, New Pours
A Sommelier’s Lighthearted Take on New Year’s Resolutions. New Year’s resolutions have a funny way of starting strong and fading fast. On January 1st, we’re full of optimism, bubbles in hand, convinced this is the year everything clicks. By mid-month, the gym bag is back in the trunk, the salad greens are suspiciously limp, and “Dry January”…
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Trendy Cocktails: Apple Cider Whiskey Sour
Autumn’s Perfect Pour. There’s something inherently comforting about autumn—the way the air sharpens, the evenings stretch a little longer, and the familiar scent of cinnamon, baked apples, and bonfire smoke begins to hang in the air. In the cocktail world, that shift in season invites us to rethink our staples—trading mint for spice, citrus for…
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Trendy Cocktails: The Martini
Elegance in a glass. Few cocktails carry the mystique, elegance, and sheer cinematic cool of the Martini. It’s a drink that whispers power in boardrooms and purrs seduction in smoky lounges. Whether served bone-dry, extra dirty, or with a citrus twist, the Martini is less a cocktail and more a lifestyle—a reflection of taste, confidence,…
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Trendy Cocktails: The Manhattan
A Timeless Classic with a Modern Twist. Few cocktails evoke the sense of sophistication, history, and timeless appeal quite like the Manhattan. This venerable drink has stood the test of time, charming both seasoned cocktail enthusiasts and newcomers alike. As a seasoned mixologist and craft cocktail enthusiast, I’ve often found myself drawn to the Manhattan—not…
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The Art of Island Cocktails
In the dim glow of flickering imaginary tiki torches and the tantalizing scent of exotic spices wafting through the air, ten adventurous souls gathered for an exclusive evening of island-inspired libations and culinary delights. Hosted in the beautiful home of Bonnie Cooper and narrated by cocktail enthusiasts–Greg and Tammy (e.g. SOMM&SOMM), the stage was set…
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Trendy Cocktails: Blooming Elegance
When it comes to timeless cocktails, the martini stands in a league of its own. But what happens when you infuse this iconic drink with the essence of an English garden? Enter the “Blooming Elegance” – a floral riff on the classic martini that promises to transport your taste buds to a fragrant paradise. The…
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Trendy Cocktails: Jade Rambutan
Welcome back, SOMM&SOMM cocktail enthusiasts, to another delightful edition of the Trendy Cocktails series, where we explore the world of innovative drinks and the intriguing ingredients that make them so special. Today, we’re diving into the lush world of rambutan, the star of our uniquely refreshing concoction, the Jade Rambutan martini-style cocktail! A Tropical Treasure…
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