drinkspress's articles Coffee Exploring Rare and Exotic Coffees from Around the World Coffee lovers, rejoice! The world of coffee is vast and diverse, offering more than just your standard cup of joe. If you think you’ve tried it all, think again! From beans grown in volcanic soils to those cultivated in the shadows of ancient forests, there’s a whole universe of rare and exotic coffees waiting to […] Written by drinkspress 1 August 20241 August 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked Cocktails The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Spirits: A Trend or Here to Stay? Once upon a time, the idea of a non-alcoholic spirit might have sounded like an oxymoron or a sad party joke. But today, the world of beverages is being shaken and stirred by an unexpected hero: non-alcoholic spirits. 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Coffee Exploring Rare and Exotic Coffees from Around the World Coffee lovers, rejoice! The world of coffee is vast and diverse, offering more than just your standard cup of joe. If you think you’ve tried it all, think again! From beans grown in volcanic soils to those cultivated in the shadows of ancient forests, there’s a whole universe of rare and exotic coffees waiting to […] Written by drinkspress 1 August 20241 August 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Cocktails The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Spirits: A Trend or Here to Stay? Once upon a time, the idea of a non-alcoholic spirit might have sounded like an oxymoron or a sad party joke. But today, the world of beverages is being shaken and stirred by an unexpected hero: non-alcoholic spirits. These sophisticated sips are taking the drinks industry by storm, offering all the flavour and complexity of […] Written by drinkspress 1 August 20241 August 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Wine The Delightful History of the Caesar Salad: A Culinary Legend The Caesar Salad, a staple of menus worldwide, is more than just a simple combination of romaine lettuce, croutons, Parmesan cheese, and that iconic creamy dressing. Its history is as rich and zesty as the dressing itself, and it involves a mix of luck, creativity, and a bit of culinary magic. So, grab your fork […] Written by drinkspress 1 August 20241 August 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Drinks Celebrating Old Vine Day at Brookdale Estate Brookdale Estate is set to celebrate Old Vine Day on August 1st with a special focus on the newly released 2022 vintage of their Old Vine Chenin Blanc. As a proud member of South Africa’s Old Vine Project—a collective dedicated to preserving certified heritage vines—Brookdale Estate has consistently demonstrated excellence. At the 2022 Trophy Wine […] Written by drinkspress 1 August 20241 August 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Drinks You’re Invited to a Night of Sauvignon Bliss! Join Wine Concepts for an exclusive evening of wine tasting at the annual Seductive Sauvignons Wine Festival. This year’s event promises to be an unforgettable experience, featuring: A diverse selection of the latest release Sauvignon Blanc’s, including bubblies and dessert wines Current vintages of Cabernet Sauvignon and blends A few surprise older vintages to savour […] Written by drinkspress 24 July 202424 July 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Wine Journey’s End Welcomes New Marketing Leaders to Drive Global and Local Premiumisation Efforts Journey’s End is delighted to announce the appointments of Stephanie von Oppell and Thea van der Merwe as the new leaders of our Marketing team. Stephanie, with her extensive experience from Penfolds and Diageo, will spearhead our global premiumisation strategy. Based in London, she will focus on expanding our premium presence in key cities worldwide, […] Written by drinkspress 8 July 20248 July 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Wine Le Chant Wines Unique Approach to Vineyard Cover Crops With the Cape Winelands winter rains finally arriving in full force, the vineyards at Le Chant Wines in the Polkadraai region of Stellenbosch are resplendent with dense cover crops between the 80 hectares of vines. This is a vital aspect of Le Chant’s program of regenerative agriculture. “At Le Chant, we have a rather unique […] Written by drinkspress 8 July 20248 July 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Wine Diemersdal Unveils Exceptional 2024 Sauvignon Blanc Reserve Diemersdal, the acclaimed wine estate in Durbanville, has released its highly anticipated Sauvignon Blanc Reserve from the 2024 vintage, a wine that exemplifies the exuberance and expression of the cool-climate Durbanville terroir. Proprietor-winemaker Thys Louw, the sixth-generation Louw to own and farm the Diemersdal estate, noted that the 2024 vintage delivered outstanding quality Sauvignon Blanc […] Written by drinkspress 25 June 202425 June 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Wine Kleine Zalze Wines Triumph at 2024 Concours Mondial de Bruxelles Kleine Zalze Wines from Stellenbosch showcased an outstanding performance at this year’s Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, one of the world’s most prestigious wine competitions. The winery secured a Grand Gold medal and three Gold medals, marking a significant achievement in the international wine arena. The Grand Gold medal was awarded to Kleine Zalze’s Family Reserve […] Written by drinkspress 25 June 202425 June 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Wine Groote Post Vineyards Unveils a Refreshed Look for The Old Man’s Blend Range Groote Post Vineyards, a distinguished name in the South African wine industry, is thrilled to announce the rebranding of its iconic The Old Man’s Blend range. Launching this winter, the rebrand features a fresh yet classic look, symbolizing a cross-generational revival. The label artfully intertwines a cattle ear notcher with a vine pruner, highlighting the […] Written by drinkspress 24 June 202424 June 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Wine Durbanville Wine Valley’s Premier Winter Red Wine Tasting Event Join Durbanville Wine Valley for an exceptional evening of wine tasting hosted by the esteemed producers of the Durbanville Wine Valley on Friday, August 2nd. The “Taste of Terroir Winter Red Wine Tasting Soirée” will showcase a variety of red wines, spanning multiple vintages and styles, from some of the Cape’s finest vineyards. Event Highlights […] Written by drinkspress 18 June 202418 June 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Wine Join Us for the Fourth Annual Grape Escape Wine Festival! Wine Concepts is thrilled to invite wine enthusiasts to the Fourth Annual Grape Escape Wine Festival. Following the success of previous events, this year’s festival promises to be an exclusive evening of exceptional wine tasting. The festival will feature a diverse selection of wines from uncommon varieties and blends, including Cinsault, Albariño, Mourvèdre, Grüner Veltliner, […] Written by drinkspress 28 May 202428 May 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked