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SpiritsWhisky

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 Joe2993 views
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Sula at 25: A Quarter-Century of Putting Indian Wine on the Map

September 10, 2026Col Joe2877 views
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Wine Park Tasting: A testament of India Moving Beyond Cabernet and Chardonnay

August 18, 2026Col Joe2970 views
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Signet: Grover’s Bold Statement on the Future of Indian Fine Wine

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ProWine Mumbai Returns in November 2026: What Visitors Can Expect

July 11, 2026Col Joe537 views
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SpiritsUSA

A Diverse Range of American Spirits showcased in New Delhi

July 14, 2024Col Joe4778 views
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Continuing its initiative to promote American Spirits in India, the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) hosted yet another tasting in New Delhi where existing as well as aspiring Spirits brands from the US were showcased. The event,

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SeasonsWine & Sake

What the Fox! 20 Imported Wines and Sakes to enjoy this Summer

May 21, 2024Col Joe5130 views
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A list of 20 wines and Japanese sake to refresh you this summer.

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WineInspiring Indians

From Bangalore to Bordeaux, Cannes to Canada: Namratha Prashanth’s inspirational Wine Journey

April 12, 2024Col Joe5578 views
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Bouncing back from adversity makes for inspiring stories and Namratha Prashanth’s is no different. From an abused housewife in her thirties to a successful wine entrepreneur in the “Mecca of wine” Bordeaux, Namratha has indeed come a long way- her

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LaunchNews

Introducing- The G2G Vlog

December 6, 2023Col Joe4999 views
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Greetings, fellow wine and spirits enthusiasts! Today, I am thrilled to unveil an exciting addition to this blog called The G2G Vlog. Since 12 years,  Guns 2 Gewürztraminer (this blog) has been my creative outlet to connect with fellow enthusiasts through

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WineItaly

A Charitable Wine Auction from the Empress Maria Theresa Cru Classification

November 11, 2023Col Joe4265 views
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Ask a wine connoisseur about the oldest recorded wine classification of the world and in all likelihood the answer would be "the 1855 Classification of Bordeaux". But like any other aspect of life, much can lie beneath the surface, and

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WineUSA

A Duckhorn Masterclass in New Delhi

October 25, 2023Col Joe6078 views
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Many would agree that the best thing to happen to American wine, particularly Californian wine, was the Judgement of Paris (1976) that pitched it into the global arena. The contest not only stole the limelight from French wines but also

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Wine Dinners are Back from Limbo in India

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Wine dinners were probably one of the biggest casualties of the Covid era in the social context. Fortunately, the pandemic is well past us with the green shoots of social life already emerging . In India, where the consumption of

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Taste Spain India 2023 had something for everyone

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Does a Tempranillo-Syrah wine paired with some Iberian ham ring a bell? If it does, then in all likelihood you are a die-hard wine lover. The preceding was just one of the delightful possibilities for vinos and gourmands to sample

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Hakushika Sake looks up to the India Promise

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Having seen Sake from close quarters since the last few years as the Founder of Sake Club India, I have often noticed the twinkle in an average beverage lover's eyes at the very mention of this Japanese national beverage. In

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Web Story: Wines by Anggel’s Share

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Happy New Year! Here's wishing everybody a joyous 2023 with countless occasions for you to celebrate. New Year also means new beginnings; hence, here's my first-ever web story presented on this blog. The story lists an admirable collection of wines

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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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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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#ProWineMumbai #ProWineMumbai2026 #Guns2Gewurztraminer #WineAndSpirits #WineIndia SpiritsIndia BeverageIndustry Mumbai ProWine
🍶 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
Going with the Retro trend with a Real image. Circ Going with the Retro trend with a Real image.
Circa 1993. 
Location:  A bar in Pune
The groove was already set 😂🥃
#coloneljoe #retro #lookingback #worldofdrinks #beverageidustry
🍷 25 years of Sula Vineyards—and what a journey it 🍷 25 years of Sula Vineyards—and what a journey it has been!
From its first bottle to becoming a powerhouse of Indian wine, Sula’s evolution is also a story of India’s changing wine culture. 🇮🇳🍇
✨ Premiumisation, 🍾 dealcoholised wines and 🌿 an expanding wine-tourism footprint point to an exciting next chapter.
I recently experienced this journey through an intimate tasting and fireside chat with Rajeev Samant and Subhash Arora.
📖 Read my take on Sula at 25—and what the next years could hold. Link in bio or as under:

https://guns2gewurztraminer.com/sula-vineyards-25-years-indian-wine/

#SulaVineyards #SulaAt25 #IndianWine #coloneljoe #guns2gewurztraminer
🍷 India’s wine & spirits world is getting ready fo 🍷 India’s wine & spirits world is getting ready for its biggest rendezvous!
ProWine Mumbai 2026 returns on 18–19 November, bringing together an exciting universe of wines, spirits, brands and industry professionals under one roof.
From established global names to emerging discoveries, there will be plenty to taste, explore and talk about.
And this year, Guns2Gewurztraminer is proud to be the Official Media Partner once again. 🥂
Expect new launches, fascinating people, unexpected pours and insights into where India’s beverage landscape is headed.
📍 Pavilion 3, Jio World Convention Centre, BKC, Mumbai
18–19 November 2026 — Save the dates.
ProWine Mumbai: Come for the wines. Stay for the discoveries.

#ProWineMumbai #ProWineMumbai2026 #Guns2Gewurztraminer #WineIndia #IndianWine WineAndSpirits WineTrade SpiritsIndustry BeverageIndustry MumbaiEvents WineLovers DrinkIndustry SaveTheDate
Delhi Gets HIK 🍯 From Pune to Delhi — HIK Mead is Delhi Gets HIK 🍯
From Pune to Delhi — HIK Mead is making its way across India!
What makes this launch even more interesting? HIK is the only mead currently offered in a keg, bringing a fresh, modern take to this ancient honey-based drink. 🍯🍻
After Delhi, HIK is headed to a few more cities — including Goa, Lucknow, Ludhiana and Haldwani, alongside the metros.
The mead movement is spreading. And it’s just getting started.
#HIKMead #MeadIndia #Mead #HoneyWine #CraftBeverages Delhi Pune Lucknow Haldwani IndianDrinks DrinkLocal CraftDrinks
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