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It seems like the people who know how to pair wine with food have an extensive knowledge on the subject, whereas those who are beginners can only remember that red wine pairs with meat and white wine pairs with fish. The real “rules” of wine paring are that there are no “rules,”Read More

For some wine enthusiasts, the type of wine cork used can make or break one’s appreciation for the wine. Traditionalists often tend to have a historic and romantic allure around the history of a cork fastener for a bottle of wine. Screw cap proponents hail that the styleRead More

The New Year brings with it hopes, dreams and seemingly limitless possibilities. While many people trek to the gym for (only) the first month of the year (hey, maybe you’re one of them) here at Old Line we hope there’s a resolution you’re able to keep all year long: expandingRead More

The fact that we even drink Champagne to ring in the new year is a centuries old tradition. It began with marking a religious celebration with special foods and rituals involving wine. Pouring a glass or two of bubbly today has evolved to be extremely common, thanks in part toRead More

To briefly recap (we know, it’s been a while) we’ve discussed “What is craft beer?” and we’ve discerned the two (main) types of beer – ale and lager. So, on a whim, let’s discuss lager(s) for a bit. Compared to ale, lager is a baby. This baby has at least a dozen differentRead More

Around this time of year, parties and gatherings start to feature some of the most bizarre yet delicious concoctions. Most of these recipes originated in England, where they still remain popular today. While egg and rum don’t normally sound like the most appetizing combination,Read More

Turkey meat can be white or dark, roasted and smothered in gravy or even dipped in cranberry sauce. So how does a host or a guest choose the right wine to pair with Thanksgiving food? Look for a wine that has fewer tannins and more fruit. The tannins usually go better with steakRead More

You don’t need a Master Cicerone certification to recommend a beer to your friends or loved ones. Ideally, recommend something you’ve previously enjoyed. You wouldn’t recommend a book or movie without first reading or watching it. However, when it comes to beer you can stillRead More

Drinking a crisp, acidic white wine is a perfect match for a steamy hot summer day. But as the weather gets colder, most people want a bolder red wine to sip while hanging out around the fire pit enjoying the smell of marshmallows roasting over an open flame. Plus, autumn is aRead More