Glenmorangie Bacalta Private-Edition VIII
If you follow me on Twitter or Instagram then you know by now that I’m partial to Portugal. Okay, extremely partial. Which is why when I discovered that the latest edition of Glenmorangie is aged in Madeira cask, I was…
Nine Gems at Fratelli’s ‘Taste of the World’
Apart from being one of the most bankable wine producers in India, Fratelli also runs an import arm which brings in wines from around the world. Their annual ‘Taste of the World’ event introduces trade-folk to the latest in their portfolio….
New in town: Khortytsa vodka
I’m not a vodka person. Truthfully, there’s half a dozen other spirits I’d reach for before vodka. And no matter how spiffy his suit, every time Bond orders a vodka martini I tut-tut. But I’m always open to tasting anything…
Video: Foolproof mulled wine recipe
My fondest Christmas memories are of the family gathered around bountiful tables, exchanging gifts, humming carols and soaking in that heady merriment. Ah the Christmas spirit. Quite literally! So to keep the festivities going, here’s my foolproof recipe for mulled…
The Hunt for India’s Best Sommelier
When sommelier Magandeep Singh started working with wine in India, he was sometimes mistaken for being Somalian. Cut to 12 years later and now when he introduces himself as a professional wine taster, the response often is ‘Oh! You’re a Sommelier.’…
Krosno Glassware
I have a thing for glassware. Not that I’m prissy about knocking it back from the bottle when the situation requires but I do appreciate a good glass to nurse at the end of my arm – the precision of its lip,…
Fast 5: Ewan Gunn, Diageo Whisky Master
Recently Ewan Gunn, Diageo Global Whisky Master toured India to introduce a few of the company’s Scotch whiskies. Over a tasting, Gunn and I discussed the changing trends in the world of whisky: the delicate art of blending vs. the notion of drinking…
Grover’s pride: INSIGNIA
I spent the weekend in Bangalore at the Grover Zampa winery to attend the launch of their latest wine – INSIGNIA, which by all accounts is the most premium wine in India today. Made by winemaker, Karishma Grover, Insignia is…
Video: Silly things people say about whisky
Two minutes to deal with just a few of the silly whisky myths floating around out there. Any others you’ve heard that you think need addressing? Special thanks to all the folk at the Pullman New Delhi Aerocity for allowing…
Douro Dreaming
There are certain wines I feel a strong affinity to and I can’t always explain why. Sometimes it’s been part of an experience I truly cherish, sometimes it’s because of people associated with it whom I love, at other time…
Video: The Best Indian Red Wines
I’m often asked to suggest quality Indian red wines and so here’s a list that covers the best of the lot. I hope this guide helps with all your future wine buying escapades and party capers. A little caveat: the…
Coming soon: Tipples to watch for
There’s a lot happening in the booze space over the next few months. Here’s a roster of the launches that have me excited. Single malt, bitters, blue wine and loads of beer – keep an eye out because you won’t want…
Blue Wine in India?
So the latest wine trend to do the rounds on social media is blue wine. Other than that it clearly belongs to a party sequence of a Star Trek production, what else is there to know about it? The brand everyone’s…
The Best Trimmings from Beerosphere
The Beer Cafe has become the most reliable place in any city to get a whole range of brews. Now, Rahul Singh has extended the brand to Beerosphere – a range of quirky beer and bar merchandise. There’s a whole…
Whisky Tasting in 3D
Truth be told I’m slightly bored of typical wine and whisky tastings. I’ve sat through more than my fair share. It’s usually the same information being thrown at you every time. So when I saw that famous Scotch brand Glenfiddich…