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At Blame It On Bacchus, we pop corks and crack jokes while we guide you through the wonderful world of wine! Come sip along as we dish out clever tips on pairing your go-to wines, and don’t miss our quirky wine merch that’ll leave your friends wondering, “How did I not discover this sooner?”
Wine Basics
Wine Stopper Types: Which One Fits Your Bottle?
From natural cork to vacuum pumps and sparkling sealers, here's a cheeky, clear guide to wine stopper types and which one keeps your open bottle fresh.
Thomas Allen
4 days ago8 min read
Malbec vs Merlot: Which Red Wine Should You Pour?
Malbec vs Merlot, explained for beginners: taste, body, tannins, sweetness, food pairings and a simple way to pick the right red for your night.
Thomas Allen
5 days ago8 min read
Biodynamic Wine Explained: What It Is and What It Isn't
Biodynamic wine explained in plain English: how it differs from organic and natural wine, what Demeter certification means, and whether it tastes better.
Thomas Allen
7 days ago7 min read
Light Bodied Red Wines: A Fun Beginner's Guide
Meet the light bodied red wines worth buying: Pinot Noir, Gamay and more. Learn what makes a red light, how to chill it, and what to pour with dinner.
Thomas Allen
Oct 197 min read
Keep Champagne Fizzy for Days, Not Weeks: Science Beats Spoon Hacks
Keep opened Champagne fizzy with an airtight stopper and cold storage. Learn why cold, gentle pours help, how long bubbles last, and why spoon hacks fail.
Thomas Allen
Oct 167 min read
Corkage Fees for U.S. Diners: When $10 to $40 Is Worth It
Learn what U.S. corkage fees cover, what diners typically pay, and how to ask about outside wine, tipping, free corkage, and serving etiquette.
Thomas Allen
Oct 146 min read
Reading a Wine List: Start With Body, Not Wine Regions
Scan by body, decode label clues, match wine to food, and ask your server with confidence. Avoid overpaying without a sommelier's vocabulary.
Thomas Allen
Oct 137 min read
Find Crisp White Wines Fast: Label Cues and Pairings for Beginners
Learn quick shopping cues and simple food pairings to pick crisp white wines without tasting. Plus six easy to find bottles and tasting tips.
Thomas Allen
Oct 97 min read
Taste the Difference: Bordeaux vs Burgundy for Enthusiasts
Taste the difference between Bordeaux and Burgundy. Learn to read labels, match bottles to food or cellar, and try a guided tasting.
Thomas Allen
Oct 77 min read
Home Wine Tasting in 5 Steps: Research Backed, Beginner Friendly
Host a low-pressure home wine tasting: pick 4–6 contrasting wines, follow five research backed tasting steps with an aroma wheel, and pace pours to stay safe.
Thomas Allen
Oct 47 min read
No Snob Winery Etiquette: 6 Quick Rules for Nervous First Timers
Practical, no snob winery etiquette for nervous first timers. Follow a six point checklist, learn the 5 S's tasting routine, tipping norms, and...
Thomas Allen
Oct 28 min read
No Experience Needed: Virtual Wine Tasting Club for Beginners & Gifts
Learn what a wine tasting club means: paid virtual guided tastings. Find beginner-friendly, gift-ready classes and eGift cards from Blame It On Bacchus.
Thomas Allen
Sep 307 min read
5 oz Standard Wine Pour: U.S. Rules, Bottle Math, and Pouring Tricks
Learn the U.S. standard wine pour (5 oz), why ABV and bottle math change servings, and quick pouring tricks to serve accurately—or join a class to practice.
Thomas Allen
Sep 297 min read
Low Acid Wines for U.S. Shoppers: Moscato to Merlot, Easier on Reflux
Find low acid wines U.S. shoppers buy with confidence. Moscato to Merlot, label cues to spot softer bottles, plus tips to lower reflux risk.
Thomas Allen
Sep 269 min read
Opened Wine Shelf Life: 3–5 Days for Table Wines, Plus a Checklist
Opened wine timelines: reds, whites, rosé 3–5 days; sparkling 1–2; fortified wines weeks–months. Storage tips plus a preservation checklist.
Thomas Allen
Sep 248 min read
Pack These 5 Palate Cleansers for Wine Tasting, Classroom Tested
Classroom tested palate cleansers for wine tasting: water, plain crackers or bread, cucumber or apple. Lab tests find milk can cut astringency.
Thomas Allen
Sep 227 min read
Outdoor Wine Serving: 3 Sommelier Backed Moves for Hosts
Sommelier backed al fresco guide for hosts: three simple moves to keep wine at serving temps, plus product picks like insulated tumblers and bottle...
Thomas Allen
Sep 2013 min read
4–6 Bottles: Minimalist Wine Tasting Setup for Hosts
Host a stylish, low fuss wine tasting with 4 to 6 themed bottles, one universal glass per guest, a printable day of checklist, and a 90 to 120 minute flow.
Thomas Allen
Sep 198 min read
Pack This Two Minute Checklist: Wine Tasting Essentials for Beginners
Show up ready for any tasting: a packing list, the Five S's tasting method, etiquette, and a two minute checklist to build confidence.
Thomas Allen
Sep 188 min read
45°F in 5 Minutes: Chill Wine Fast With the Salted, Spinning Ice Bath
Get the evidence-backed way to chill wine to 45°F in 5 minutes: step-by-step salted, spinning ice bath, safer alternatives, serving temps.
Thomas Allen
Sep 158 min read
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