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For the love of South African red wine

It can be a never-ending journey of discover. With its abundant flavours, enchanting aromas, and varied textures, red wine captivates the senses and piques curiosity. There are two primary elements that identify the essence and personality of each red wine, it is the specific type or cultivar of the grape used, and the year the grapes were harvested, known as the vintage.

A dram of Whiskey, or Whisky?

By Editor|2026-09-08T08:05:10+02:00February 24th, 2023|News, Wine, Dine and Entertainment|

Whiskey, spelled as whisky or whiskey depending on where it's produced, is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the world. It's made through the distillation of fermented grain mash, usually barley, corn, rye, or wheat, and aged in oak barrels. Although the distillation process is similar, the different grains used and the type of barrels used for aging result in distinct flavour profiles, making each type of whiskey unique.