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Basics: The Only Way to Improve Steak Tartare? Wine

Think of a perfectly cooked medium-rare filet mignon and you’d bristle at the thought of adding anything more than some

Basics: What, Precisely, Does ‘Old Vine’ Mean in Wine?

Ever spotted the term “old vine”—or its French equivalent, “vieilles vignes”—on wine labels and wondered what it meant? In the

Basics: What Is Brut Champagne, Anyway?

At one time, common wisdom dictated that Champagne was for special occasions—holidays, birthdays, engagement parties and other festive celebrations worthy

Basics: What’s the Difference Between Thermoelectric & Compressor Wine Coolers?

Wine Refrigerator Buying Guide With all of the wine refrigerators on the market today, it can be confusing as to

Basics: What Does ‘Vintage’ Mean in Wine?

The term “vintage” is one of the most common terms in wine. In short, the word refers to the year

Basics: How to Make a Lemon Twist Cocktail Garnish

There’s probably no more common cocktail directive than “with a twist.” While it seems fairly obvious that whatever drink has

Basics: How to Care for Your Wine Cellar

Make Sure You Have Proper Clearance and Ambient Temperatures Most wine cellars require some form of clearance and have recommended

Basics: How to Drink Sake, According to Pros

Back when George Padilla worked at a wine store, staff held a party at a BYOB Jamaican restaurant. After his

Basics: Feeling Fiery? The Down Low on Overproof Rum

Possibly you’ve seen “overproof rum” listed as an ingredient in cocktails, most likely tropical-style drinks, which often call for multiple

Basics: What Is Table Wine, Exactly?

Walk into any wine shop in America and ask for a table wine, and you’re likely to get a range

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