A Crimson-Colored Gin and Punch for Fall

Boodles' new Mulberry spirit offers weight for seasonal change

In addition to improving the overall quality of the mixed drinks we consume, the craft cocktail movement has opened the American market not only to the storied classic cocktails of old, but also to once-thriving product categories. One such subdivision is sloe gin—a lower ABV liqueur (still hefty at 60 proof) created by soaking blackthorn (known as sloe) in distilled gin. Over a century ago, …

The Hamptons and Beyond with Wölffer Estate Vineyard

The family-owned wine brand's offerings and expansion

The 175-acre Wölffer Estate in Sagaponack, Long Island is a destination of uncommon beauty—even among its idyllic Hamptons setting. It was there, in 2013, that siblings Joey and Marc Wölffer took the reigns of their family vineyard. In 1992, their father Christian and acclaimed winemaker Roman Roth began producing a Wölffer rosé which quickly became a Hamptons staple before growing in acclaim in ever-expanding markets. …

How Virtual Reality Can Help With Dieting

At Tokyo University’s Cyber Interface Lab, researchers are exploring the ways virtual reality can influence the way we see, taste and experience different foods. Using a head-mounted camera and virtual reality display, scientist Takuji Narumi has found a way to give a single cookie five distinct flavors, just by manipulating the way it looks and smells. He’s also experimented with portion control, using the headset …