When it comes to wine, the body plays a crucial role in how we experience its taste. But what exactly is the body of a wine? To simplify, think about the difference in how whole milk feels in your mouth compared to skimmed milk. There’s a noticeable difference, right? That’s because of the fat content. […]
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The Birthplace of Wine: Georgia’s 6000 B.C. Discovery
Did you know the first evidence of wine production dates back to 6000 B.C.? This fascinating discovery was made in Georgia, a country nestled between Europe and Asia. Let’s embark on a journey through time to uncover the origins of winemaking. Ancient Roots: Vessels and Vines In the 1960s, archaeologists unearthed ancient pottery fragments coated […]
5 Bizarre Facts About Tequila
There is a car that runs on Tequila.
Chrysler developed a magical-wonder vehicle that would run on tequila.
The New Gin in Town
At Oaks and Corks, we pride ourselves in expanding your drinking palate. So we are introducing #NewDrinkTuesdays, a day to discover all kinds of drinks, from the best wines, gins in collectable bottles, and spirits with queer ingredients to the best selection of whisky from all over the world. This week, we feature one from […]
Wines to Pair with Your Easter Feast
A lot of us are well-versed on the type of food that we want to serve over Easter weekend as well as the perfect time to bring out different dishes. From fish fingers on Good Friday, to roast beef and lamb on Easter Sunday and a whole lot of treats and chocolate in between! Simple […]
International Women’s Day Edition
From Hillary Clinton who always makes time for a stiff glass of whiskey, to Ava Gardner whose wish was to die with a cigarette in one hand and a glass of whiskey in the other, we wish to mark International Women’s Day with 4 lovely ladies and their love for whisky. Mary Anne Mumbi President […]
Nairobi’s Best Female Bartender At The Top Of Her Game
To mark International Women’s Day, we are celebrating the talent of Nairobi’s Best Bartender Joan Samia. It comes as no secret that throughout history females have been sorely under-represented in the “Bartending Halls of Fame.” Even in 2021, there are still some people who consider bars and pubs as a domain only meant for men. […]
How to Choose the Right Wine, Based on Your Lady’s Personality
Valentine’s Day is one of the best days to express love in a sweet and special way. A time to be more romantic, time to right some wrongs, and a time to open an excellent bottle of wine. Just like romance, wine can be light and sweet, bold and unique or refreshing and new. One […]
Throwing an Anti-Valentine’s Day Party
February 14 is just around the corner, and it’s almost time to boycott one of the most dreaded holidays of the year. Let’s be honest, even if you are perfectly happy and single or perhaps you are in a committed relationship – Valentine’s Day is so notorious for placing pressure on everybody. Almost everyone is […]
Best Beers that were Served during the Men’s Conference
For a very long time, the Kenya’s men’s conference has been considered total fiction with a ton of people stating that the event is just a silly attempt to escape their significant others and the responsibilities of Valentine’s Day. However, a great number of men maintain that this highly publicized event is an empowerment conference […]
