IPA-mazing

Bartender Nick Bennett created a drink, dubbed the IPA-mazing, that looks like a beer (in a Collins glass), tastes like a Chinook- or Cascade-hopped IPA, and has the essence and mouthfeel of a cocktail.

Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterAugust 7, 2018Lisa Elbert, lisaelbert.com, Bartender Nick Bennett, Porchlight, Union Square Hospitality’s, India Pale Ale (IPA), Drink & IPA, starchefs.com, STARCHEFSComment

2016 Umino Pinot Noir Russian River Valley-Spell Estate

One of Spell Estate Wines 2018 Pinor Noir releases is from southwest of Sebastopol at the top of Blucher Valley in what is unofficially referred to as the Sebastopol Hills of the Russian River Valley AVA. For more information see Spell Estate.

Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterAugust 1, 2018Spell Estate, Spell Estate Wines, 2018 Release, 2016 Umino Pinot Noir Russian River Valley, Umino Vineyard, Dave Umino, Sebastopol Hills of the Russian River Valley AVA, Spell Estate WineComment

HArdYwood HAze

Marty Nopper’s home base is Virginia and I’m sure Bram, Marty’s “sudsy server for the evening,” at the Hardywood Brewery Park located in the industrial section of Richmond near The Diamond, won't soon forget his visit. So on August 3rd celebrate National Beer Day and guess where Marty might be…

Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterJuly 31, 2018Marty Nopper, Marty's Musings of Beer, Virginia breweries, Hardywood Brewery Park, Pineapple Great Return, Road to Idaho, Hardywood Hopkeeper, Double IPA, Beer TipsComment

Love Beer...Love Life

When our resident beer expert goes on a field trip or “work” trip and sends me a beer tip that includes clowns and shoes, I know it’s Marty! His latest trip to Boston included a very important stop at the Harpoon Brewery for some Clown Shoes…yes, really.

Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterJuly 11, 2018Marty Nopper, Harpoon Brewery, LOVE BEER. LOVE LIFE., Boston MA, Windsor VT, @harpoonbrewery, Mark Nolan and Chris Bonacci of the Marketing Department, Clown Shoes IPA, UFO Wheat Beers, Marty's Musings of Beer, Beer Tips, Beer TravelsComment

Half Bottles for High Altitudes

Lisa Elbert reminds us that Half Bottles for High Altitudes means exactly that! That’s why restaurants in Aspen are accustomed to altitude-affected diners, and why Sommelier Greg Van Wagner of Jimmy’s accommodates his oxygen-deprived guests with a half bottle program.

Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterJune 9, 2018Lisa Elbert, lisaelbert.com, Aspen Sommelier Greg Van Wagner, Jimmy's Aspen, Half bottle system, Wine TipsComment

Kindred Spirits….Literally!

Marty Nopper is an IPA patriot. During his visit to Kindred Spirit Brewery he was drawn immediately to the professional varieties. 1 IPA and 3 DIPAs (Double IPA) beckoned for his approval (they were 7.7%, 8.7%, 8.9% and 8%, respectively). He worked hard to provide these tips, so enjoy responsibly.

Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterJune 6, 2018Marty Nopper, Kindred Spirit Brewing, Richmond VA, richmondbrewerytours.com, Jorge's Food Truck, Headspace IPA, Planetary IPA, Paid in Full IPA, Don't Believe The Hype IPA, New England DIPA, Miriam Webster, Beer guy, Beer Tips Comment

HALL & WALT WINES ANNOUNCE NEW BRAND

HALL and WALT Wines, two of the world’s most notable Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir producers, have announced the launch of BACA Wines, a new and modern California Zinfandel brand led by Craig and Kathryn Hall’s daughter, Jennifer Brown. The BACA Launch Party was held on Saturday, May 5 at HALL St. Helena and included the unveiling of the four wines

Introducing the New Spell Wine Line Up!

Spell Estate Wines launches their Spring Release of Rose, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet! Click to find out more information about this special wine release.

!Aye, Carumba!

Marty Nopper educates us on “border beers”, “border speak” and oh soooo much more about why Cinco de Mayo is his favorite beer holiday of the year!

Food & Drink, Beer and WineCynthia SutterApril 28, 2018Mexican Beers, Cinco de Mayo, Beer holiday, Corona & LImes, History of Cinco de Mayo, Carta Blanca Beer, Marty NopperComment