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Better Drinks Take Flight

Imbibe Magazine

Still, despite limited space and access to fresh ingredients, airlines have introduced increasingly sophisticated drink offerings thanks to partnerships, sommeliers, and even bar pop-ups. United embraces its Midwest roots with cans of the cult-favorite craft beer Two Hearted IPA from Michigan brewery Bell’s.

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From Beer Bikes to Champagne-Soaked Train Excursions, Europeans Adore Drinking on the Go

VinePair

From German Wegbier , open-container beer drunk on Berlin streets and en route to Bavarian biergarten, to cross-continent rail journeys, Europeans love to combine the necessity of travel with the pleasure of a good glass. But it’s a vital part of the culture in Germany, where 84 percent of beer is consumed packaged rather than on draft.

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5 to Try: Cava, and the Wines Formerly Known as Cava

Imbibe Magazine

Odds are, your familiarity with Cava, the sparkling wine of Spain’s Catalonia region, may simply be as a cheap bottle of bubbles. That’s because the vast majority of the quarter billion bottles sold globally are classified as Cava de Guarda, the youngest and least expensive category.

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5 to Try: Crushable Summer Wines

Imbibe Magazine

An advanced sommelier and alum of spots like New York City’s Eleven Madison Park, de Pano opened her wine shop in late 2022 and highlights terroir-driven wines, with a particular affinity for low alcohol and high acid. Who wants to crush a 16 percent bottle of wine when the sun’s blazing?” And clocking in at 10.5

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The VinePair Podcast: How the Negroni Went From Recipe to Vibe

VinePair

Zach is reading: Do Sommeliers Actually Try Every Bottle of Wine on Their Lists? Plus, a rant against tap cocktails! Tune in for more.

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Spanish Wine Bars Are Having a Moment

Imbibe Magazine

Sommeliers and beverage directors are finding inspiration in Spain’s relatively recent wine renaissance, from the revival of indigenous varietals to boundary-pushing new styles. And if you don’t live in the neighborhood, you can still grab some of their favorite bottles of the moment. “Our list is 100 percent Spanish.

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Where to Drink in San Antonio, Texas

Imbibe Magazine

Curated by certified sommelier Hailey Pruitt, the collection pays special homage to wines from Mexico.” But inside the wine bar and bottle shop, the vibe is minimalist with the focus put on the product itself.“Shelving a new project from sommelier-turned-vigneron Rajat Parr. Mary’s strip,” explains Galicia.

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