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Indian Malt Whisky Association (IMWA) and Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) Sign Cooperation Agreement

October 28, 2026Col Joe9 views
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Tasting Virasat Whisky: A journey through Indian Heritage

October 24, 2026Col Joe139 views
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Ozzano Selection showcases Italian Wine Diversity in New Delhi

October 14, 2026Col Joe2995 views
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Sula at 25: A Quarter-Century of Putting Indian Wine on the Map

September 10, 2026Col Joe2878 views
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Wine Park Tasting: A testament of India Moving Beyond Cabernet and Chardonnay

August 18, 2026Col Joe2971 views
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Signet: Grover’s Bold Statement on the Future of Indian Fine Wine

July 18, 2026Col Joe500 views
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Mouton Cadet 3.0 Reborn

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John Salvi: A Count who Mastered the art of Wine

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Ohhh…oh Summer Wine

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Discovering the Hidden Pleasures of the Wine World

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Unwined-ing around Castello Banfi Wines

April 7, 2016Col Joe5230 views
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A quick update through an Facebook album on an 'unwinding' dinner with Banfi wines....

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A Holi Holiday With Special Drinks and Food

March 20, 2016Col Joe5455 views
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A top bartender and a celebrity chef share with us special recipes for Holi- the Indian festival of colours.

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Getting Upfront with Château Cos d’Estournel- The Maharajah of St Estephe

March 14, 2016Col Joe6095 views
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When a Bordeaux first growth, an uber niche wine club and the crème de la crème of the wine world assemble, happiness is bound to flow in magnums…

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An Indian Wild Tiger Of The Rum Kind

March 5, 2016Col Joe6530 views
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Wild Tiger- India's first super premium rum shows its unique stripes coupled with a social responsibility angle.

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The Latest Wine Kids On The Indian Block

February 19, 2016Col Joe6571 views
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Fratelli wines of India beef up their import portfolio to lay a greater claim on the Indian wine market.

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The Stimulus Theory of Wine: Thinking Beyond the 5 ‘S’ Routine

January 30, 2016Col Joe5585 views
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So you thought wine appreciation can be summated with the 5 S’s? There’s much more that lies beneath the skin…

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Discovering the Hidden Pleasures of the Wine World

January 15, 2016Col Joe6547 views
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Happy New Year! I hope and pray that 2016 turns out truly awesome for you on all fronts- including plenty of good wines to root. As I look forward to sharing much more than ever on wine and spirits this

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Guns to Gewürztraminer ?…Ahem….Guns to Mouton!

December 25, 2015Col Joe5182 views
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Mention the word “Grand Cru” to  wine lovers and instantly see their faces light up! Such is the aura of this classification of wines made in  1855 under the directions of King Napoleon III,  that any serious wine lover strives

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Up, Close and Personal with Bill Hardy

November 28, 2015Col Joe5140 views
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If you have had more than a fleeting encounter with Australian wines, chances are that  you would not have been untouched by the Hardys name. Adjudged the seventh most powerful wine brand in the world according to “The Power 100

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Experiencing the Charm of Glenfiddich

November 17, 2015Col Joe5621 views
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Festive season in India is in full bloom with Diwali just gone by and the countdown to X Mas and New year  well on its way. Amidst all festivities, I recently had the privilege of being invited by James Pennefather,

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Wine and Spirits is not just my passion, it is my raison d'être, the pull of which compelled me to give up my Army career of 23 years to pursue it full time. A Champagne Scholarship, hands-on experience in vineyards across Europe and Sake Breweries in Japan, and connecting with the global beverages world have been propelling this passion no end. Life suddenly started being more meaningful ever since I decided to empower myself with the belief- “In Vino Veritas”! - Read More


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Vin Haute Couture — that’s what I’d call this! 😍🍷 Vin Haute Couture — that’s what I’d call this! 😍🍷

A breathtaking showcase of Burgundian wines at the Embassy of France in India, under the aegis of Business France India, had wine lovers spellbound. 🤩

In my experience, this was the first tasting of its kind in India to bring together such a focused and wide ranging selection of Burgundy wines.

From regional Bourgogne appellations and Village wines to Premiers Crus and Grands Crus, the lineup was a fascinating exploration of Burgundy’s diversity. An outstanding vintage sparkling wine—not a Crémant de Bourgogne as one would normally anticipate, and a low-ABV wine spritzer added further intrigue.

Exquisite Burgundian delicacies rounded off the experience beautifully. 🇫🇷

Swipe through for a glimpse of this celebration of Burgundy, and stay tuned for more insights on the blog!

Santé! 🍷

#ColonelJoe #WineLover #FrenchWines #BurgundyWines #VinsDeBourgogne WineTasting
🥃 NEAT, WITH WATER, OR ON THE ROCKS? Three glasse 🥃 NEAT, WITH WATER, OR ON THE ROCKS?

Three glasses. One whisky. Three ways to explore its character!

My recent tasting of Virasat Whisky by Rampur Distillery came with a unique outing— a heritage walk around Delhi’s magnificent Humayun’s Tomb, connecting India’s fascinating past with the rising stature of Indian single malts.

🔗 Read the full story: Link in bio!

🥃 Now tell me — how do YOU prefer your whisky- neat, with water or “on the rocks” ?

#VirasatWhisky #IndianSingleMalt #WhiskyTasting 
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Happy Champagne Day! Celebrating the wine that sta Happy Champagne Day!
Celebrating the wine that started my wine journey on a rather celebratory note with a scholarship trip to the famed region.
Life has never been the same again 🫡
All I can say is- there are some great sparkling wines around the world- but the greatest of them remains Champagne 🥂 
Santé 🍾🥂🎊
🇮🇹🍷 A little Italy in every glass! From Veneto’s 🇮🇹🍷 A little Italy in every glass!

From Veneto’s fresh, mineral whites to Puglia’s bold Primitivo and Piedmont’s celebrated Barolo, this tasting was a delicious reminder of just how diverse Italian wines can be! 🍇✨

At a special New Delhi showcase by Ozzano Selection, guided by Matteo Ozzano, we travelled across Italy’s wine regions without leaving the table. Different grapes, different terroirs, different stories — and plenty to discover! 🥂

Some familiar names, some new discoveries, and one wonderful evening celebrating the art of Italian winemaking.

🔗 Read the full story on Guns2Gewurztraminer — link in bio!
#ItalianWines #WineTasting #OzzanoSelection #coloneljoe #guns2gewurztraminer
A fun bar takeover by ace mixologists Santosh Kukr A fun bar takeover by ace mixologists Santosh Kukreti and Sanjeet Yadav showcasing some ingenious cocktails made using a beverage selection from Bottle Bridge Beverages, that included a Mezcal Artesanal too!
Among the creative libations, my favourite turned out to be “Say Cheese”- 
made with Bourbon, Parmesan Cheese, Spicy Pineapple, Lemon and Vegan Foamer- a savoury delight that had  guests asking for more.
A perfect start to the festive season 🍸
Keep it coming folks!🙌
#coloneljoe #cocktailculture #cocktailkings #festiveseason #finebeverages
🇮🇳🥃 A promising future for Indian Whisky! An insi 🇮🇳🥃 A promising future for Indian Whisky! 
An insightful visit to the Indian Malt Whisky Association (IMWA) and a stimulating meeting with its Director General Maj Gen (Dr.) Rajesh Chopra,  AVSM(Retd)- also my senior from the Indian Army 🫡 🇮🇳
Great to see IMWA’s efforts in defining standards for Indian malt whisky, strengthening credibility and helping Indian whisky reach a wider global audience. 🌍
As Indian whisky makes its mark internationally, such initiatives will be key to building recognition and trust.
Cheers to that!
#ColonelJoe #IndianWhisky #IndianSingleMalt #IMWA  #MakeInIndia
🥃 India’s single malt story just keeps getting mor 🥃 India’s single malt story just keeps getting more exciting! 🇮🇳

From earning global recognition to winning over Indian whisky lovers, homegrown single malts are proving that India can do much more than just drink whisky!

My recent tasting of Gamber Valley Whisky at Spiritz Achievers Awards was another reminder of the exciting possibilities emerging from India’s whisky scene.

👃 On the nose: Warm malt, hints of spice and inviting sweetness.
🥃 On the palate: Malty character, gentle spice and chocolate notes that make for an enjoyable sip.
✨ The finish: Warm, lingering and satisfying.

Indian single malts are carving out their own identity, one dram at a time. And for whisky lovers, that means more homegrown expressions worth exploring!

Have you tried Gamber Valley yet? What’s your favourite Indian single malt? 👇

#IndianSingleMalt #IndianWhisky #WhiskyTasting #makeinindia #ColonelJoe
The announcement is done. Now the excitement begin The announcement is done. Now the excitement begins! 🥂🔥

As Official Media Partner, Guns2Gewurztraminer is getting ready to bring you the people, pours, products, trends and stories that will shape India’s wine & spirits landscape.

📍 Mumbai | 18–19 November
🍷 Hundreds of labels. Countless conversations. One buzzing industry.

Watch this space.
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🍶 Don’t just taste Sake. Experience it with someon 🍶 Don’t just taste Sake. Experience it with someone who has actually brewed it in Japan.

I’ve had the rare opportunity to work hands-on in Japanese Sake breweries, experiencing the craft from the inside—not just studying it from the outside.

Now, I’m bringing those experiences, stories and insights to the table at SAKE & SAN SAN.

🥢 7 Courses • 7 Pours • 20 Seats
📅 24 September | 7:30 PM
📍 San San, AIPL Masterpiece, Gurugram

₹4,999 all-inclusive
✨ Special pricing for Sake Club India Events Community members. WhatsApp +91 9354561987

Taste Sake. Hear the stories behind it. Discover what’s really in your glass. 🍶

🎟️ Book via the link in bio. Or DM me for more details.

#SakeClubIndia #JapaneseSake #SakeExperience #GurugramEvents #coloneljoe
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