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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 05, 2017

The French 75

The French 75, or Soixante Quinze if you speak Français, is a classic cocktail dating all the way back to...

Wine Cocktails
November 27, 2017

#Winesday: 4 Hot Wine Drinks to Ease That Winter Chill

It’s that time of year again. The temps have plummeted, the peppermint mochas are flowin’, and all of your coworkers’...

Wine 101
Wine Cocktails
November 01, 2017

#Winesday: Mull It Over With Mulled Wine

Glögg, Glühwein, Wassail…the names and recipes vary but the result is the same. Grab your favorite mug (and coziest blanket)...

Wine Cocktails
October 25, 2017

Pinot de Los Muertos: A Dazzling Drink for our Favorite Mexican Hol...

Día de los Muertos is fast approaching, and if you don’t know what that is you better buckle up and...

Wine Cocktails
October 24, 2017

#Winesday: 5 Creepy Hallowine Cocktails

While the younger boys and ghouls get their hands on heaps of candy this year, we’re taking a more sophisticated...

Food & Drink Recipes
Recipes
October 06, 2017

Rags to Royale: The Kir Cocktail Story

If you’re looking for a sparkling beverage that’s as sophisticated as it is sweet, the Kir Royale will be your...

Wine Cocktails
August 30, 2017

4 Laborless drinks for your Labor Day weekend

With Labor Day right around the corner, we’re daydreaming about friends, family, food and (of course) wine. Whether you’re spending...

Wine Cocktails
August 28, 2017

Your Labor Day Signature Drink: Rosé, Bourbon & Blue

As the last three-day weekend of summer approaches, one question is ringing in our ears: “What will be our day-off...

Wine Cocktails
August 25, 2017

Your New Favorite Classic Mimosa Recipe

We promise this will be your new go-to. This mimosa recipe is one for the brunches. So pop open the...

Wine 101

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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...

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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...

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