Welcome,
wine lovers!

Welcome to Glass Half Full, the official blog of Bright Cellars and your one-stop-shop for becoming a more confident wine drinker.

Wine Cocktails
December 11, 2020

3 Ways to Make Red Wine Hot Chocolate

Winter is fast approaching whether we’re ready for it or not. As we move further into the depths of Fall,...

Wine Cocktails
Wine Inspiration
December 02, 2020

Delicious Mulled Wine Recipes from Around the World

Warm up with there 9 mulled wine recipes from around the world! Mulled wine is a cool-weather favorite & pair...

Wine Cocktails
October 20, 2020

Our 9 Favorite Fall Wine Cocktails

Pumpkin spice up your fall happy hour! These 9 fall wine cocktails are best enjoyed with a cool breeze and...

Wine Cocktails
August 07, 2020

7 Sangria Recipes for Summertime

We like to think of sangria as the punch for the big kids at the backyard party. Try out these...

Recipes
Wine Cocktails
July 23, 2020

Our 12 Favorite Summer Wine Cocktails

Nothing is better than relaxing with a nice cocktail. Here are 12 of our favorite wine cocktails that are perfect...

Wine Cocktails
June 24, 2020

Frosé, All Day With These 5 Frosé Recipes

Frosé all day with these 5 frosé recipes! They are perfect summer drink for relaxing in the backyard or hitting...

Wine Cocktails
March 25, 2018

What We’re Consuming: The Creole Resolution

When most people think about a creole cocktail they automatically picture a classic New Orleans Sazerac, or maybe even a...

Wine Cocktails
March 09, 2018

What We're Consuming: The Sweet Basil

If you’re looking for a cocktail as refreshing as a breezy summer night, look no further. The Sweet Basil is...

Wine 101
Wine Cocktails
January 04, 2018

Battle of the Bubbly

Let’s set the record straight: all Champagne is sparkling wine, but not all sparkling wine is Champagne. There are many...

Wine 101

This is a carousel. You can use the slide dots to navigate to a specific slide.

Wine 101
May 11, 2022

From the Judge's Corner: Wine Competitions Explained

Our own Julie Albin recently judged two wine competitions in London – the International Wine Challenge and Decanter World Wine...

Wine 101
May 02, 2022

What’s the Deal with Chilling Red Wine?

Should red wines be chilled? The short answer: yes, but don’t go tossing any red wine in your fridge. Here...

Wine 101
April 14, 2022

7 Things to Know About Malbec Wine

You know about the ever-popular Cabernet Sauvignon, and you probably know a thing or two about Merlot. It’s time we...

Wine 101
Wine Facts
April 07, 2022

What Is a Red Blend Wine?

What is a red blend wine and why do winemakers blend wines? We're explaining the magical process that is blending...

Wine 101
March 16, 2022

A Beginner’s Guide to Different Types of White Wine

Not sure where to start with white wine? Here are the most common types of white wines you'll see at...

Wine 101
Wine Facts
February 09, 2022

How to Talk About Wine: Wine Terms to Know

From tannin to terroir, here's how to talk about wine and the top wine terms to know for your next...

Wine 101
January 27, 2022

What Are Wine Sulfites & Which Wines Are Low Sulfite Wines?

Sulfites get a bad rap in the wine world, but the truth is, they’re essential to the winemaking process. So,...

Wine 101
January 21, 2022

What is Wine Sediment and How Does It Get In My Glass?

In your wine lifetime, you may have experienced wine sediment - traces of the winemaking process left in wine that...

Wine 101
January 14, 2022

Can Wine Freeze? 3 Hacks for Frozen Wine

We know hard alcohol can’t freeze, but can wine freeze? Here's the explanation you've been waiting for and a few...

Wine 101
January 12, 2022

Red Wine vs White Wine: What’s The Difference?

We're sharing the fundamental differences of red wine vs. white wine, plus how you should serve both types of wine.

Wine 101
December 31, 2021

Sparkling Wine VS Champagne: What’s the Difference?

As we ring in the New Year, it’s important to address this surprisingly common question - what is the difference...

Wine 101
November 29, 2021

Winter Wine: The Best Winter Reds

There’s nothing like cozying up next to a fire with a glass of winter wine in hand. Here are the...

Wine 101
November 12, 2021

How to Open a Bottle of Wine

Grab your corkscrew and your favorite Bright Cellars wine - we're teaching you how to open a bottle of wine...

Wine 101
November 04, 2021

How to Read a Wine Label

Deciphering wine labels can be downright confusing. Today we're teaching you how to read a wine label in four easy...

Tips + Tricks
Wine 101
October 29, 2021

How to Taste Wine

How to Taste Wine in 3 Easy Steps https://youtu.be/yZiVhcLNCto Anyone can drink wine, but tastin’ wine ain’t easy. In order...

Feeling wine curious?

Become a more confident wine drinker with Bright Cellars. Take the quiz to get matched to wine you'll love, and get it delivered to your door each month.

Take the Quiz