Every year on March 3rd, whiskey enthusiasts around the world come together to celebrate International Irish Whiskey Day, atribute to Ireland’s rich whiskey heritage, craftsmanship, and globalinfluence. This special day is dedicated to honouring one of the world’s most beloved spirits, highlighting its unique characteristics,and encouraging whiskey lovers to raise a glass in appreciation. Why […]
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A Simple Guide to Port Wine: What You Need to Know
Port wine is a special kind of wine that stands out from ordinary wines due to its unique characteristics. It is a fortified wine, which means it has extra alcohol added to it during the production process. This extra alcohol comes from grape brandy, which stops the fermentation of the wine. As a result, Port […]
The Age Debate: Why Age Statements Matter in the World of Scotch Whisky
Introduction Scotch whisky, with its deep roots and storied tradition, has long been a symbol of craftsmanship and quality. For centuries, age statements have been a defining feature of Scotch whisky, signifying the time, patience, and care invested in each bottle. One thing that many whisky lovers focus on is the age of the whisky. […]
Understanding Wine Body: Full-Bodied vs. Light-Bodied
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Crazy Hangover Cures From Around the World.
As long as there has been alcohol and humans have known about it, there have been hangovers. And as long as there have been hangovers, humans have been scrambling to find a cure for them. For so many of us, a night of drinking can lead to a painful morning after, with a wicked headache, […]
