Author - Nick Jeffrey

Nick Jeffrey

Columnists - Nick Jeffrey

Grapes of Spain

When we think of old world wines, it is the holy trifecta of France, Italy, and Spain that usually come to mind. France and Italy seem to get the most hype on...

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We Moan For Amarone

Your humble narrator was at one of those snooty wine tasting events recently, and had a rare opportunity to sample an Amarone. For those not in the know...

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Chinese New Year

Kung Hei Fat Choi to you all! For non-Chinese speakers in the audience, a loose translation is “Congratulations and be prosperous”. February 10...

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Eastern Promises (Of Beer)

Your globetrotting liquor reporter is penning this week’s column while holding down a barstool at a brewpub in Halifax. With Halifax being the port city...

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Robbie Burrrrns Day

Your humble narrator recently explored his inner Scotsman. There was haggis. There was fine scotch. There were hairy legs poking out of a kilt. No, gentle...

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Vintage Alberta Beer

Your globetrotting liquor reporter has returned home from a whirlwind of international travel, and let me tell you, I missed our local Alberta beer. Perhaps it...

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Beers of New York

Your globetrotting liquor reporter decided to jet away to NYC for the recently passed New Year’s Eve. As you might imagine, in a city of over 8 million...

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Central American Beer

Your globetrotting liquor reporter is penning this week’s column from a swim-up pool bar in Costa Rica. My paramour, who was raised on a steady diet of...

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Gonzo for Guaro

Your intrepid liquor reporter decided to ring the New Year in with a bang this year, so I picked up one of those last-minute flight deals to a beach town in...

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Tease Me Tawse

Welcome, gentle reader, to the much-awaited first liquor column of the New Year. This is the perfect opportunity to reflect upon the many wines you enjoyed...


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