Basics
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What Does 'Crunchy' Mean in Wine? A popular wine tasting term, crunchy can mean different things to people. Learn how wine professionals like Rajat Parr define it. -
What Does 'Dry Red Wine' Mean? Everybody has their own definition of dry red wine. Learn what the term means in terms of popular varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon. -
What Do 'Legs' Mean in Wine? If you swirl wine in a glass, you might see wine legs form. Learn what they mean, and if they're a sign of a good or bad wine. -
The Most Common Beer Styles, Explained To understand the differences among popular beers and their many iterations, it helps to learn hallmarks of styles and how they fit into two categories. -
What is Malt in Beer? Malt is often overshadowed by hops, but the grain bill of a beer delivers aroma, flavor, mouthfeel, head retention and color to the finished product. -
What Is Bottle Shock (and How Do You Fix It)? Bottle shock, or “bottle sickness,” describes a recently shipped wine with aromas and flavors that have seemingly shut down. Here's how it happens.