Wine Questions

Q. At what temperature should I serve white wine?

Most white wine taste better at temperatures somewhat warmer than the average refrigerator (38°) or ice bucket (32°). For lighter-bodied wines such as Rieslings, Loire whites, most Sauvignon Blancs, Chenin Blancs, and real Chablis, 45° is ideal. Fuller-bodied whites such as white Burgundies, chardonnays and dessert wines show best near 55°.

Beer Questions

Q. What is beer?

Beer is an alcoholic beverage made from malted grains, hops, yeast, and water. The grain is usually barley or wheat, but sometimes corn and rice are used as well. Fruit, herbs, and spices may also be used for special styles...

Liquor Questions

Q. What's Single Malt Scotch and how is it made?

Making single malt whisky is a costly, labor-intensive process that involves several steps. The grain used in the mash for making single malt whisky is specially selected barley, which has been soaked in water for sprouting. The sprouted barley is then dried in kilns fired by peat and coal. This kilning process imparts a distinctive smoky character to the spirit...

Cigar Questions

Q. Should I take the cellophane off my cigars before I put them in my humidor?

It depends. Removing the cellophane allows your cigars to breathe better, which in turn will allow them to age faster. Removing the cellophane will allow any excess moisture contained within the barrel of the cigar to wick away quicker, resulting in a better burn and draw.