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Prosecco Wine Growth is a Great Italian Business Success Story
Having grown up in the Prosecco region and spent most of my falls harvesting the Prosecco grapes as I grew up, I have been watching and applauding the phenomenal transformation of the once known as a local unpretentious light wine. Prosecco has become one of the great success stories of the recent Italian wine industry. It has brought unprecedented prosperity to the Veneto region, transforming local farmers into global entrepreneurs. The prosecco growth and success has strengthened Veneto as one of the leading entrepreneurial regions of Europe.
By Andrea Zanon4 years ago in Proof
Why Prosecco growth is unstoppable? And what producers can do to maintain this competitive angle
Having grown up in the Prosecco region and spent most of my falls harvesting the Prosecco grapes as I grew up, I have been watching and applauding the phenomenal transformation of the once known as a local unpretentious light wine. Prosecco has become one of the great success stories of the recent Italian wine industry. It has brought unprecedented prosperity to the Veneto region, transforming local farmers into global entrepreneurs. The prosecco growth and success has strengthened Veneto as one of the leading entrepreneurial regions of Europe.
By Andrea Zanon4 years ago in Proof
Cheers to You and Me
Well-Known Cocktails The Old Fashioned is said to be a cocktail that is timeless. A classic made with rye or bourbon. a sugar cube, and Angustora bitters. It is among the most popular cocktails in the world. This cocktail was first mentioned in print in the Chicago Daily Tribune in 1880.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Proof
Drunkness
The other day, I was drunk for the first time in my life. While I was still under the influence of alcohol, I had the idea to write about the effect it gave me. I added some information afterward. All the things I wrote after I sobered up are written in a different font so you wouldn’t mix up the two. I left some mistakes I made as they are to leave a more natural effect to the fact I was drunk. Now, that’s how the text started.
By Calie Judy Brooks4 years ago in Proof
Passion Fruit Substitutes – Sweet Ideas To Try
Passion fruit is a beautiful, vibrant fruit with a sweet taste and tangy tartness. Often used in cocktails, passionfruit makes for a refreshing beverage on a hot day or night. Passionfruit substitutes such as passionfruit liqueur or passionfruit juice are great alternatives to the real thing if you can't find it at your local grocery store.
By Georgie Hawthorne4 years ago in Proof
How to Use Cynar, According to Bartenders
Cynar is a bitter Italian tropical liqueur distilled from artichokes, which gives it its unique flavor. It's also traditionally served with ginger ale or seltzer water to take away some of the bitterness. Bartenders are using this in cocktails more and more these days, because when used correctly, it can add depth to both sweet and savory drinks. It can be used in cooking as well, but if you're using it for a recipe make sure to purchase the right kind of Cynar. There are several different flavors available so read labels carefully before buying.
By Georgie Hawthorne4 years ago in Proof
Fruit-Based Spirits to Try this Season
Fruit based spirits like Strawberry or Raspberry liqueur are a great way to add flavor to drinks and cooking. They can be made from fruits that you might not normally think of, like apples or pears. The alcohol is infused with the flavors of the fruit, so they give your drink an interesting twist without adding too much sweetness.
By Georgie Hawthorne4 years ago in Proof
Eternal Summer: Four Variations on the Classic Piña Colada
A Piña Colada is a delicious and refreshing beverage that has been enjoyed by people all over the world for decades. It's made with coconut cream, pineapple juice, and rum. The original recipe was created in 1954 by Ramon Marrero Jr., who was working as a bartender at the Caribe Hilton hotel. He wanted to combine his favorite ingredients of lime, pineapple, and shaved ice into one drink which he called "Pineapple Rum Punch." His head bartender came up with the name "Piña Colada" after adding Spanish words for Pineapple (piña) and Coconut (cole). Since then, there have been many variations on this classic cocktail, some more traditional than others.
By Georgie Hawthorne4 years ago in Proof
Meet the Cocktail That Works With Many Spirits
The Negroni is a cocktail that can be made with many spirits. Whether you are thinking of using a nice fruit liqueur like a strawberry liqueur, or something a little bit stronger tasting. The classic Negroni is a mix of equal parts gin, sweet vermouth and Campari. This drink was created in the early 20th century by Count Camillo Negroni at Caffè Casoni (now called BarCafe' Giacosa). The bartender substituted the Americano's soda water for gin to make an even more refreshing concoction for his customer who had been looking for something new and improved upon on what he usually ordered.
By Georgie Hawthorne4 years ago in Proof
Ashley Marie's Best Tequila Cocktails feat. Calirosa. Top Story - November 2021.
Hey dolls! I hope you all are having a wonderful day wherever you are! If you know anything about me, you know that I love a good girls’ night. Getting dolled up and heading out for the night is fabulous, but sometimes you just need to take an evening to catch up with your sisters.
By Ashley Marie Rosas4 years ago in Proof
