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Coopers to become Australia's largest brewer!
Date Published: 22/09/2011 Coopers Brewery says SABMiller’s expected takeover of Foster’s means Coopers will enter its 150th year in 2012 as the largest remaining Australian-owned brewer. Coopers’ Managing Director, Dr Tim Cooper, said that while there is still some water to flow under the bridge before the SABMiller takeover is completed, the offer has been recommended by the Foster’s board. The impending purchase of Foster’s follows Kirin’s complete acquisition of Lion Nathan in April 2009. “Being the largest Australian-owned brewer i... continue reading
Could Moet & Chandon get any sexier?
Okay, I must admit. I am a fan of luxurious beautiful wines and Moet & Chandon is definately up there with my favourite drops! But could Moet & Chandon get any sexier with the campaigns involving Scarlett Johansson? Dont' know what I am talking about? See below examples of the saucy campaigns I am referring to? If you havent bought a bottle of Moet & Chandon before now, I assure you - this might tempt you! Note to Moet & Chandon - one of the BEST decisions you have made is choosing Scarlett Johansson to star in your Campaigns. For completely unforgettable advertising, these ads are very hard to forget! I would love to showcase all these beautiful images but need help deciding which image is the best to promote Moet & Chandon on Club Wine Direct. Any suggestions on which image is the best? All comments and suggestions welcome on which Scarlet for M... continue reading
Wolf Blass: The man behind the famous label
Ever wanted to know more about Australia's iconic Wolf Blass? The man & team behind glorious wines such as: Wolf Blass Yello... continue reading
The Story of Charles Heidsieck
If all those who have one day tasted Champagne Charles Hiedsieck have remained faithful to the House, there must be a good reason. Charles Heidsieck's wines are the results of a sum of many expectations - thus making them true masterpieces for the enlightned amateurs. From the very start, Charles Heidsieck wines managed to seduce the royal courts of Europe and the great patrons of the times. Today, the House's wines are awarded the greatest prizes by professional juries across the world. Over the decades, without making a fuss, relying on nothing but it's exceptional quality, Charles Heidsieck has consolidated its position as the champagne for "those who know". Charles-Camille Heidsieck: a passion for the exceptional 1851: the enterprising young man creates the Champagne House which will bear its name. He sets the highest standards in grape selection and improves the product methods of the age. He buys chalk quarries in Reims, where his wines will mature i... continue reading
Agwa Liqueur
Agwa Liqueur is made from Bolivian Cocoa Leaves and crafted in Amsterdam. When mixed with lime over ice is said to give the "Agwabuzz". Cocoa leaves have been chewed by the South American Indians for centuries. It is said to induce a mild and long lasting euphoria. The history of the cocoa leaf is mythical and legendary. 1572 Francisco Pizaro, the Spanish Explorer, conquered the Inca Empire. He initially outlawed the use of cocoa leaves. The Spanish used native labor to develop and maintain their Silver Mines. When they became aware of the cocoa leaf's potential to increase there labour asset's output, they began to sing its praises. "The herb is so nutritious... continue reading
May all your pains by Champagne...the secret is in the bubbles
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Bosca Verdi & Bosca Asti Spumante
History The Bosca family originate in the town of Canelli in Northern Italy in the province of Asti. This area in Italy is well known hill country that grows the world's best Moscato Grapes Grape growing was taken very seriously in the Bosca Family's early days. For example, there was no penalty issued for a "farmer who injured anyone caught stealing grapes"! http://www.bosca.it/boscastory/story_e_04.htm Canelli is situated at the entrance of Langhe hills along the the banks of the Belbo stream. The Asti region is well known for the production of Asti Spumante- a slightly sweet bubbly wine which is the symbol of the Canneli and the whole province of Asti.... continue reading
The World's Most Expensive Wines
The Most Expensive Wine in the World is... The current world record price for a single bottle of wine is $A309,828.... continue reading
Christmas Spirit Cocktail
You need: Your best bottle of Tequila Pomegranates Shot Glasses... continue reading
Traditional Eggnog
You need: 12 eggs, separated 6 cups milk 2 cups heavy/ thickened cream 2 cups bourbon 1+ 1/2 cups sugar 3/4 cup brandy 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg Directions "In a large bowl and using a mixer, beat the egg yolks together with the sugar for approx 10 minutes (you want the mixture to be firm and the colour of butter). Very slowly, add in the bourbon and brandy - just a little at a time. When bourbon and brandy have been added, allow the mixture to cool in the fridge (for up to 6 hours, depending on how long before your party you're making the eggnog). 30 minutes before your guests arrive, stir the milk into the chilled yolk mi... continue reading
De Bortoli making wine since 1928
De Bortoli Wines The Family De Bortoli Wines is a true "Australian Family Business" success story. The business was established in 1928 by Vittorio and Giuseppina De Bortoli. The couple immigrated to Australia from northern Italy. Their son Deen spent his life expanding and consolidating his parent’s work. Now Deen’s children continue in their Father’s and Grandfather’s footsteps in the creation of premium Wines. Today several family members are responsible for specific roles in the Company: Darren De Bortoli is Managing Director Steve Webber (Darren’s brother-in-law) is Yarra Valley Wine Maker Leanne and Steve Webber ma... continue reading
Flaming Lamborghini Cocktail
Ingredients 1 shot kahlua 1 shot sambuca Green Chartreuse 1 shot Bailey's Irish Cream A dash Milk Ice 1 shot White Curacao Small Cocktail Glass Shot Glass Cocktail Shaker Cocktail Strainer Mirror or Heat resistant surface. Cinnamon (Ground) A Straw Instructions First prepare your Cocktail Shaker with a Shot of Bailey mixed with a dash milk over ice. Shake so that the mixture is very cold. You will need a strainer to reserve the ice when you pour this Bailey... continue reading

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