Privacy Policy

How to Use a Hydrometer in Winemaking [Simple Guide]
If you're about to embark on your first winemaking adventure you may have some questions about hydrometers. A hydrometer takes the guess work out of winemaking and it's one of the most important pieces of equipment you'll need. It's a fairly basic device but in order to use it correctly it's critical that you understand what it […]
How to Make Wine at Home [Beginner’s Guide]
This guide contains affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through one of these links. This comes at no cost to you and helps maintain our website.If you've found us, I'm guessing you're taking your first tentative steps towards making your own wine... You might be […]
10 Best Wine Magazines For Wine Enthusiasts in 2022
If your interest in wine goes way beyond just enjoying the flavors and aromas then a wine magazine might quell your curiosity. Learn about wine and food pairings, award winning wines and wineries, the latest news in the wine industry and a whole lot more! In 2022, with the wine industry being bigger than ever, there's more […]
What is the Best Substitute For Madeira Wine? [Chef’s Tips]
Food and wine go hand in hand. That’s why sometimes, recipes ask for a specific wine able to enhance the flavors of the dish. In many cases, finding the wine is easy. In other cases, the wine is rather unpopular and hard to find. Some wines have a very particular flavor that enhances a dish in […]
Waring Pro Wine Chiller: Is it Worth it? [2022 Update]
This guide contains affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through one of these links. This comes at no cost to you and helps maintain our website.Do Waring Pro wine chillers live up to the hype or are they just expensive novelties? Find out below […]
10 Best Wine Making Kits [Recommended Equipment + Recipe Kits]
This guide contains affiliate links. This means we may earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through one of these links. This comes at no cost to you and helps maintain our website.We've got homemade wine making covered in our guide. Below, we recommend the ultimate wine making kits for equipment […]
How to Sweeten Wine [Simple Instructions & Explanations]
Learn how to make sweet wine in the latest in our winemaking series. We carefully explain the different methods so you can decide which one is right for you. The most popular wines are probably the sweet ones. In the past, sweet wines were reserved for the nobles and kings because of their excellent ability […]
17 Delicious Homemade Wine Recipes [With Full Instructions]
17 Homemade Wine Recipes All Winemakers Should Try Wine is most commonly made using grapes but the truth is it can be made using a wide variety of fruits, flowers or even honey! It's unlikely you'll find these special wines in regular shops, but they're not all that difficult to make yourself. We've put together a compilation […]
12 Best Wines for People that Don’t Like Wine
Are you someone who doesn't understand what all the fuss is about with wine? Check out our guide to the best wines for people that don’t (yet) like wine!Wine can be incredibly intimidating. Particularly to people who are new to it. There are many people that start on their wine journey by simply not liking the […]
30 Best Merlot Wines [Essential Wine for Every Budget in 2022]
Merlot is one of the world's most famous wines because it's so approachable. Its velvety mouthfeel, dark fruit notes, and smooth finish go down a treat with most foods, and you can happily sip it on its own. Warm climate Merlots like those from California are fruit-forward and soft, while cool climate Merlots like those from the […]