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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 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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ProWine Mumbai Returns in November 2026: What Visitors Can Expect

July 11, 2026Col Joe537 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

SpiritsWhiskey

Understanding Glen Grant Whisky with Robin Coupar

March 23, 2018Col Joe6765 views
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Robin Coupar, Whisky Ambassador of the Campari Group was in India to share his knowledge of Glen Grant single malt whisky that is part of his portfolio.

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WineEvents

SulaFest 2018: Another Milestone in Conviviality

March 3, 2018Col Joe6079 views
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India's biggest wine festival SulaFest concluded this February in its 11th avatar at Nashik. A report.

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WineItaly

Marchesi di Barolo: A Story of Love, Wine, Heritage and Personalities

February 10, 2018Col Joe7366 views
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Marchesi di Barolo wines were showcased in New Delhi by none other than Anna Abbona- the fifth generation owner of the iconic house that started the Barolo revolution.

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FeaturesRecipes From My Kitchen

Strawberry Cake

February 8, 2018Smita Joshi6951 views
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A home recipe of a delicious strawberry cake with suggested wine pairing.

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WineAustria

Schloss Gobelsburg’s Michael Moosbrugger is Upbeat on India

January 26, 2018Col Joe6635 views
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With the passage of time, Austrian wines are gaining more and more recognition in newer wine countries like India. But there is still a long way to go. Despite putting earnest efforts, Austrian wines have so far had limited success in 

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PersonalitiesInterview

Robert Joseph: A Desirable “Black Sheep” of the Wine World

January 10, 2018Col Joe7354 views
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An Englishman making wine in south of France-that too going against age old norms and being successful at it? That's Robert Joseph for you whose value for money wines are already a hit with wine lovers in India.

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Interview of the Year : Baptiste Loiseau

December 24, 2017Col Joe7719 views
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Baptiste Loiseau,Cellar Master Rémy Martin visited India in 2017. Here's unravelling the secrets of Cognac- including the famed Louis Treize- with a heart to heart chat with him.

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WineIndia

Indian Wine Day est Arrivé

December 5, 2017Col Joe6306 views
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The first ever Indian Wine Day was celebrated across India and in London on 16 Nov 17. The day was planned to coincide with the Beaujolais Nouveau day, that falls on every third thursday of November. The initiative was the

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Diversity of Indian Cuisine at “Diya- Simply INdiya”

November 19, 2017Col Joe73178 views
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Diya-Simply INdiya, the revamped restaurant at hotel Leela Ambience promises a holistic Indian cuisine experience. Exploring wine pairing possibilities with Indian cuisine may well be a fertile idea.

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Grover Zampa Vineyards Celebrate 25 Years of Winemaking

November 4, 2017Col Joe7086 views
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India's prominent winemaker Grover Zampa Vineyards celebrated their 25 years of winemaking by conducting marquee events and launching a new sparkling wine called Auriga.

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About me

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 
#coloneljoe #guns2gewurztraminer
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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#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
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