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Matthew's World of Wine and Drink

About Matthew's World of Wine and Drink.

This blog began as a record of taking the WSET Diploma, during which I studied and explored wines and spirits made all around the world. Having passed the Diploma and become a WSET Certified Educator, the blog has become much more: a continual outlet for my passion for the culture of wine, spirits, and beer.

I aim to educate in an informal, enlightening, and engaging manner. As well as maintaining this blog to track my latest enthusiasms, I provide educational tastings for restaurants and for private groups. Details can be found on the website, and collaborations are welcome.

Wine is my primary interest and area of expertise and this blog aims to immerse the reader in the history of wine, to understand why wine tastes like it does, and to explore all the latest news. At the same time, beer and spirits will never be ignored. 

For the drinker, whether casual or professional, today is a good time to be alive.

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Book Review: Doctors and Distillers
Oct 19

Oct 19 Book Review: Doctors and Distillers

Matthew Gaughan
spirits

Review of Doctors and Distillers by Camper English, an entertaining look at the historical connections between medicine and alcohol, and the amazing and diverse drinks that have arisen as a result.

When Whiskey isn't Whiskey
Mar 20

Mar 20 When Whiskey isn't Whiskey

Matthew Gaughan
spirits

A post reflecting on changed attitudes to time: from ageing Riesling for over twenty years to attempts to artificially replicate wine and whiskey in just a few hours. (Conclusion, time matters.)

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