How To Know You're Over-Aerating Your Wine
One way to ensure that your wine has the best flavor is to spend some time aerating it with a swirl, but you can definitely overdo it if you're not careful.
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Describing A Wine's Aroma Is Easier Than You Think
If you never know how to describe the way a wine smells, take some expert advice to help you parse out recognizable notes and aromas. -
Avoid These Common Mistakes When Tasting Wine
Not sure how to conduct yourself at a wine tasting and get the most out of it? We got an expert's input on what not to do (and what you should do, as well). -
Yuzu Is The Trendy Citrus You Should Be Adding To Beer
If you want to jazz up your beer, especially a Pilsner, then you should be adding this unique citrus, Yuzu, either as juice or in some egg white. -
Why Your Wine Bottle Has A Foil Wrapper Around The Cork
When you purchase a bottle of wine, you might notice a metallic or plastic wrapper on top of the bottle. But what is it, and how should you remove it? -
The Differences You Should Know For Decanting Red Vs White Wines
Decanting wine is an easy extra step to improve your drinking experience with red or white wine, but do you have to treat them differently? -
How To Properly Store Cognac For The Best Sipping Experience
Frequent wine drinkers know the importance of proper storage. Cognac also requires proper storage, but the requirements are different than other types of wine. -
Should You Use A Blender To Aerate Wine?
If you want to aerate a bottle of wine as quickly as possible, you might be tempted to turn to your blender, but is this actually a good solution? -
3 Types Of Red Wine That You Need To Try Chilled
One of the most persistent myths about red wine is that it should only ever be served at room temperature. Here's our expert advice for chilling reds. -
The Decanting Trick That Will Improve Your Wine Rapidly
Decanting wine, especially specific red wines, is vital to get their flavors to open. However, if you're short on time, you can speed up the process. -
The Best Type Of White Wine To Enjoy At Room Temperature
Wondering which is the best type of white wine that is good to drink at room temperature? We spoke to a former sommelier for his expert opinion on the matter. -
What Is Champagne Actually Made Of And How Does It Differ From Regular Wine?
We all know that bubbly Champagne, beloved for its effervescence and cork-popping bottles, is special. But how does it actually differ from other types of wine? -
The Unexpected Storage Rule You Need To Know For Red Vs White Wine
There are a lot of myths out there regarding white vs. red wine, and that extends into the proper storage of both types for the best results. -
The Exact Difference Between Stout And Porter Beer
Stout and porter share some history, but these two types of beer have some defining characteristics, including color and flavor, that separate them. -
The Order Rule You Should Know For Serving Different Types Of Wine
Much like with cutlery during a dinner course, there is an order that needs to be followed when drinking different varieties of wine. -
Win A Guinness & Levain Bakery Gift Box In Food Republic's Festive Holiday Giveaway
Subscribe to the Food Republic Newsletter to enter to win one of three gift bundles featuring limited-edition Guinness x Levain Bakery branded items. -
Next Time You Make Tacos, Reach For Some Alcohol
There are a million ways to enjoy a good taco, but the next time you make them yourself, be sure to include some alcohol, from beer to tequila. -
Chill A Bottle Of Wine Quickly With One Simple Towel Trick
If you need to chill wine in a hurry, you can do better than a bucket of ice. Use the simple towel trick to have chilled wine in about 10 minutes. -
Is Boone's Farm Wine Still Around?
Known for its affordability and popularity with young drinkers, brightly-hued Boone's Farm wine was a liquor store mainstay for years. But is it still around? -
How Long Does Canned Wine Last?
Canned wine is certainly convenient and even has a rather long shelf life, but it doesn't last forever and should be stored following a few essential tips. -
The Nifty Trick For Re-Corking Wine Bottles Without Any Fuss
You might have been led to believe that, once the cork is removed from a bottle of wine, there's no putting it back in, but that isn't accurate. -
The Worst Budget Cabernet Sauvignon You Can Drink, According To Our Taste Test
Food Republic tried and ranked eight budget boxed cabernet sauvignon wines so you wouldn't have to, and our final verdict placed this brand dead last. -
The State That Drinks The Most Beer Per Capita Doesn't Tax Booze
The states that drink the most beer by volume and per capita are not the same, and not what you might expect, and the latter state doesn't even tax booze. -
These Are The Best Spices For Mulled Wine
A wine expert has told us which spices he loves to use for a classic cup of mulled wine, and we also have suggestions for more adventurous options. -
Why You Shouldn't Prep Mulled Wine In Advance
When the holidays roll around, mulled wine is everyone's favorite boozy party drink, but here's why it's not a good idea to prep it in advance. -
How To Spruce Up Store-Bought Mulled Wine
Pre-made mulled wine is certainly a time saver, but if you find that it tastes a bit flat, use this expert advice to adjust the flavor to your preferences. -
What Is A Tripel Beer And Is It Different From Others?
Tripel beer, pronounced the same way we say triple, is native to Belgium monastic breweries, and what makes it unique is the amount of alcohol in each bottle.
