Anika Deluca

Bartender Basics: Why Is Vermouth in So Many Cocktails?

Countless cocktails call for vermouth, but what exactly is it about this ingredient that causes it to be in so many recipes? Find out here...

Bartender Basics: The Right Way To Shake a Cocktail

Every bartender has their own signature shake, but what effect do the various techniques have on your drink? We break down the best way to shake a cocktail...

Portugal’s Answer to Cabernet is Complex and Ageworthy

Touriga Nacional is known for ageworthy wines from the Douro River Valley and the Dão, but the aromatic grape is now one of Portugal's signature varieties...

Social Sustainability and Inclusivity Can Secure the Future of Wine

The term “sustainability” has become synonymous with the environment, but it has a social component, too. Will current policies benefit the global wine community for years to come?

Millennials and Gen Z Could Save the Wine Industry

Millennials and Gen Z are using their love of advocacy to ensure that the wine industry cares as much about social issues as they do...