Beer Review: Bira Lite
Twinning with my lunchtime brew. The new Bira Lite is a low calorie beer, for those concerned about their post-workout drinks. Clearly, đ¶ Juno isn't one of them. Full review up on Gigglewater411.com. Link in bio. @bira91beer #beer #beerlover #beergeek…
VIDEO: Have you tried these quirky pints yet?
So the way things are going (quasi-Prohibition?) our bars might soon be relegated to our living rooms. Good thing at least there are some unusual, lesser-known beer options out there for when we need to stock up. In this…
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…
First Sip: Historic Munich beer now in India
If you’re ever in Munich slot in a few hours at HofbrĂ€uhaus am Platzl, one of the oldest beer halls in the city (hic!). A historic brewery that’s an official part of the Oktoberfest, HofbrĂ€u was founded by the Duke of Bavaria in 1589…
Cantillon and the art of Lambic
When I think Belgium, there are many things that come to mind. The country gave forth to the world Tintin and Asterix, not to forget the Smurfs, then we have the fries and waffles, and of course we have the…
Foster’s: In with the new
Itâs been a while since Iâve tasted âAustraliaâs Famous Brandâ of beer and so I was quite intrigued to try it now that it has a new look, a new feel and, I’m told, a new brew. The two variants, christened…
Scout for this whisky on your next trip abroad
If you like your single malt then you’ve probably heard of Amrut by now. The Indian whisky brand shot into the limelight a few years ago when Jim Murray, author of The Whisky Bible rated it the ‘third finest whisky…
Video: Bubblies for the festive season
I love my bubblies and their uncanny knack for disappearing from my glass so quickly. Thereâs just something about sparkling wine, donât you think? The minute you say bubbly you think celebration. And with a slew of festivities approaching â…
Beer Review: Mahou 5 Star & Dare Devil
You’ve probably heard of beer brand Mahou  before. The well-known, ‘Spain’s no. 1 beer’, Mahou recently began brewing in Bhiwadi in Rajasthan. This is the first time Mahou is being brewed outside of Spain, so it’s a biggie! The brewery produces two…
4 Gems on my Gin Shelf
You’ve probably guessed by now that I have a soft spot for gin. I’ve already given you a Gin101 of sorts in The Gin Diaries explaining juniper, botanicals and the styles of gin. So on #WorldGinDay, here’s a little peek…
First Look: Perch Wine & Coffee Bar, Khan Market
It seems like everyone’s always hankering for either their coffee or wine fix. Luckily Perch in Khan Market takes care of both those yearnings. Conceptualised and executed by Vaibhav Singh, this new wine and coffee bar is slated to open in the…
Microbrew Mania in India
The funny thing about life is that nobody is happy with what they are. Street food wants to be upmarket, gastronomy desires demystification, wine craves friendliness, and beer, oh lovely beer, yearns complexity and nuance. For those of us partaking…
3 ways the new B-bar outdoes the old
There is only one thing more difficult than launching a new eatery and that is revamping an existing one, especially one which has already made itself a solid name for itself as the drink and party place in town. Well,…
A toast to Port Wine Day
Long before Bordeaux was a demarcated entity, or before the first vine had even been planned in Australia or California, the region of Douro in Portugal was already a clearly defined appellation! The year was 1756 and Marquis de Pombal,…
New in the market: York Sparkling Cuvée Brut
There’s a new bubbly in town folks. And this one’s from York. I’ve always liked the personality of York’s wines. Clean and well-made, they convey honesty and hard work. The Gurnani brothers – Kailash (winemaker) and Ravi, run the…
