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World’s Oldest Cocktail Recipe Unearthed In Egyptian Relic Points To Hallucinogenic Substances
19 Nov 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
The study uncovered the ingredients of the oldest cocktail ever; a potent, psychotropic brew believed to have played a key role in ancient Egyptian magical rituals.
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The South African Cocktail Scene Is Booming
06 Nov 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
Research finds that South Africans are most interested in quality, and willing to spend an average of R116 per drink.
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The Interesting Reason Why White Wine Is Outshining Red In Today’s Wine Scene
05 Nov 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
White wine is now the most popular wine in the world, both in terms of production and consumption. So, what’s fuelling this shift?
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Glenmorangie Launches Its First Ice-Cream Inspired Single Malt Whiskey
29 Oct 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
Next up: Gatsby-flavoured Klipdrift.
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Team South Africa Did Us Proud At Prestigious World Blind Wine Tasting Championship
15 Oct 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
Their participation highlighted South Africa’s winemaking talent and enthusiasm, elevating the country’s standing among the world’s top wine enthusiasts.
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Raise The Drinking Age To 21 – Major Changes Proposed To Drinking Laws In South Africa
08 Oct 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
While the intention is good, the ripple effect of banning alcohol sales to under-21s is surely going to be met with resistance from not only young people but hundreds of establishments that rely on the young crowds to survive.
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Considering A ‘Sober October?’ Why Not Try ‘Come Over October’ Instead
27 Sep 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
Come Over October does not encourage alcohol abuse, but rather encourages us to rediscover how alcohol, and especially wine, has fostered social, cultural and religious connections among people for 8,000 years.
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To Chill Or Not To Chill: Can Your Fridge Extend The Life Of Open Wine?
18 Sep 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
If you failed to finish that excellent award-winning, high Tim Atkin’s Report-scoring wine, then you are surely going to want to keep it as fresh as possible for the next tipple time.
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Even The Irish Are Drinking Less Alcohol
30 Aug 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
People becoming more health conscious is just one theory shared on the streets of Carlingford for why consumption has been dropping lately.
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About The 2024 International Spirits And Wine Festival’s Three-City Tour
29 Aug 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
After mixing it up in Durbs, The International Spirits and Wine Festival will head to Grand West in Cape Town, before the third and final extravaganza in November at The Johannesburg Expo Centre.
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Okay, Hear Us Out: “Season” Your Cocktail With Soy Sauce
23 Aug 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
It’s like giving your drink a proper little zhuzh!
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Celebrate National Shiraz Day From August 21 With The Best Franschhoek Wine Tasting
20 Aug 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
Now this is how you celebrate South Africa’s National Shiraz Day tomorrow!
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Give Peas A Chance – Vegetables In Cocktails Are Making A Comeback
18 Jul 2024 by Maya-Rose Torrao / No Comments
When you bring this fantastical drink out to your choms for winter sundowners, they’ll be frantically looking around for your Michelin star for sure.
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You’re Going To Want To Get On Board This Historic Train Ride Through A Scenic Robertson Wine Valley
16 Jul 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
This exceptional blend of wine tasting, breathtaking scenery, and vintage rail travel creates an unforgettable adventure for both wine lovers and railway enthusiasts.
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12 Cocktails To Try Based On Your Zodiac Sign
05 Jul 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
Look, we don’t take astrology seriously but it is fun to play around with matching personality traits with zodiac signs and sussing strangers out by guessing the planetary influence around their birth – all with a drink to match, of course.
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Try These Winter Cocktails To Chase Away The Chills
19 Jun 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
Some of our favourite cocktail recipes that will not only act as a warm liquid blanket but will also add a kick and a boost to keep you going during the coldest months.
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Bartenders Share The Home Bar Ingredients To Pay More Attention To
25 Apr 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
Trust me, you’re going to get a sour side-eye if you just buy a bottle of Jack and a six-pack of Coke and call it a home bar.
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Former Server Reveals Real Reason You’re Offered A Small Taste When Ordering Wine
19 Mar 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
While many Saffas are pretty wine literate, some folks might not know why a server pours a little tasting before giving you a full glass.
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How To Impress Mixologists And Sound Like A Pro At The Cocktail Bar
09 Feb 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
One does not simply walk up to a bar and ask for a ‘cocktail’ if one wants to be taken seriously by the mixology crowd.
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Saudi Arabia Gets Its First Liquor Store In 70 Years
25 Jan 2024 by Heinrich / No Comments
Saudi Arabia’s founding monarch, King Abdulaziz, imposed an alcohol ban in 1951 after his son drunkenly shot and killed British resident Cyril Ousman during a party.
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What Exactly Are The Benefits Of Dry January?
23 Jan 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
For one, giving up alcohol for a month may aid weight loss and lower blood pressure.
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Cheers To (Slightly) Less Boozy Beaches – 20% Drop In Confiscated Alcohol Over Festive Period
23 Jan 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
We celebrate small wins in South Africa.
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Elevate Your Palate With These Intriguing Wine Pairing Experiences
19 Jan 2024 by Tayla / No Comments
While embracing the timeless union of cool, crisp wine and velvety, soft cheese is a time-tested classic for a reason, it is always fun to try something completely different.
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Doritos Goes Too Far With New Nacho Cheese-Flavoured R1,200 Liquor That ‘Smells And Tastes Just Like The Real Thing’
13 Dec 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
If there ever was an omen that the world is coming to an end it must surely be a nacho cheese-flavoured liquor that “smells and tastes like the real thing”.
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The Spotlight Is On A Stunning New Red Vintage From This Award-Winning Franschhoek Wine Farm
15 Nov 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
The star of the show is currently the Antonij Rupert Optima 2020 vintage, which is tantalising all palates that get a taste with its symphony of flavours in each bottle.
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The Best Red Wine Glasses – According To The Experts
19 Oct 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
The best red wine glasses aren’t just vessels you purchased by the dozen at Mambo’s; they’re a representation of craftsmanship and culture and proof that we’ve evolved into connoisseurs.
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We’ve Got The Perfect Cocktail Additions To Help Celebrate The Bokke
16 Oct 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
While Siya Kolisi coaches his team to bag the big win (wink wink, nudge nudge), fans can get ready to support and cheer them on in true Saffa style – AKA, with a dop in hand.
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Get Some Pink Wine From This Franschhoek Farm To Help With Cancer Care
10 Oct 2023 by Tayla / No Comments
Our favourite Franschhoek wine farm is involved in the effort to create awareness, unite communities and raise money for those afflicted with cancer in a uniquely inspired way.
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Seventeen Antonij Rupert Wines Feature In New Tim Atkin’s 2023 Special Report
22 Sep 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
Not surprisingly, seventeen wines from Antonij Rupert Wines received 90+ points in the latest edition.
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Last Chance To Experience Seven Days Of Shiraz And Venison At Anthonij Rupert Wyne
24 Aug 2023 by Heinrich / No Comments
If slow braised venison, and Springbok loin with soft parmesan polenta sounds like a good Saturday or Sunday afternoon, you will have to be quick to make a reservation.
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