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It's gratifying when someone enjoys a recommendation you've made. Every other week, each episode will be 30 minutes of conversation between Dawn and Neely. During the episode, the ladies pair what's in their glass with hot takes on self-care, parenting, work and new adventures! Join Dawn and Neely on everything from Texas wine to Generation Alpha parenting.
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Lyrical Libations Meet Music's Biggest Night
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Ever wondered if your favorite musicians can conjure up magic in a vineyard just as they do in the recording studio? Well, raise your glass, because in this spirited session, we're toasting to the surprising delights of Dreaming Tree Wine and the fusion of melodies with the art of winemaking. From Dave Matthews' organic ventures to Zac Brown's vint…
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From Courtside to Vineyards: The Vintage Crossover of NBA Winemakers
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Have you ever wondered what a slam dunk tastes like? Join us as we trade the hardwood for the vineyard, exploring the sophisticated world where NBA legends like Dwyane Wade and James Harden craft their very own signature wines. We pop the cork on Wade's robust Three by Wade Cabernet Sauvignon, volleying our taste notes against the fruity vibrance o…
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Pop the cork with us as Neely and Dawn, toast to the unexpected joys of celebrity vinification! Sipping on the lively J Harden Prosecco, we dive into a conversation that's just as effervescent as our beverages. From James Harden's foray into the wine world to pairing tips that will make your taste buds dance, we cover all things bubbly and bold. Ou…
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Thanksgiving Wine Selection: A Comprehensive Guide for Novices and Aficionados
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Brace yourself for an intoxicating journey as we navigate the sweet, spicy world of Mulled Wine - an ancient cocktail with a fascinating Roman backstory. Savor the rich, warm, fruity notes as we guide you through a detailed recipe from America's Test Kitchen, featuring a French red wine, cinnamon, cloves, peppercorns, allspice berries, sugar, and b…
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Astrological Adventures: Scorpio Unveiled and the Joy of Mulledd Cider
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Ever wondered how to make a festive Mulled Cider that's perfect for the cold holiday season? Wonder no more! Join us as we guide you through crafting a heartwarming Mulled Cider using Copper and Kings Floodwall Apple Brandy - a guaranteed surefire way to warm your spirits, complete with a zest of orange and a splash of brandy. As the chill sets in,…
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Savoring Vodka: Pouring into History, Celebrating National Days and Mulligan Reflections
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Ready to embark on a boozy exploration? We promise you won't be disappointed as we pour ourselves a glass of the tantalizing Enchanted Rock's Texas Peach Vodka and unravel the fascinating history of this versatile spirit. We uncover the intriguing process of vodka creation, discussing the range of ingredients, from grains to fruits, which contribut…
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Beyond Margaritas: Appreciating Hispanic Heritage and Culture
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Hola, amigos! Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us as we kickoff this fiesta with an exciting discussion about margaritas. Ever wondered about the difference between a top-shelf and a skinny margarita? We spill all the tequila-infused secrets! Accompany us on a hilarious trip down memor…
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Brewing Stories: A Journey through Coffee's Caffeinated History
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Are you ready to raise your glass and your coffee IQ? You're in the right place! We're serving up a not-so-Irish coffee in the first half of the episode - think of it as your traditional Irish coffee subbing whiskey for coffee liqueur. Our in-house mixologist, Neely, will walk you through how to craft this warm, frothy delight, perfect for after-di…
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Autumnal Cheers: Sangria, Paella, and Texas Festivals
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As we bid goodbye to summer, what better way to do it than with a refreshing white sangria and a mouthwatering chicken and ribs paella? Imagine sipping a cooling cocktail made of raspberries, green apples, lemons, oranges and a subtle kick of Enchanted Rock Peach Vodka. Then, pairing it with a savory paella that hits all the right notes. Sounds tem…
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An Old Fashioned Journey Through Mental Health Awareness
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Who knew that an encounter with Slow and Low rock and rye could lead us to such a profound conversation about mental health? Whiskey lovers and mental health advocates, this episode is tailored for you. We dive into the fascinating history of this whiskey, based on an 1800s recipe known as Hochstadter, and we also get to explore the intriguing new …
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Are you ready to reminisce with us as we take a nostalgic walk through the past year, unveiling our all-time favorite drinks? It’s a full-on adventure, recounting our experiences with the Enchanted Rock Peach Vodka and the Texas Ranger Peanut Butter Whiskey, with guest star Melissa adding her own delightful picks. Not only will we relive the memori…
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What is in our glass today? Moët & Chandon Nectar Imperial It is a French Champagne with a blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Meunier, Nectar Impérial Blanc is rich, luscious, and exotic. It's sensuous with flavors of ripe candied fruits. It has a strong fruitiness with a smooth finish. The bottle retails for $58 at HEB and is 12% ABV. Pairs With…
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In our glass: Pedernales 2021 Viognier Reserve 14.6% alcohol by volume. Retail $42. 2021 was a vintage to remember. The rainier growing season made for some challenges, which we mitigated with longer aging and using our 500L puncheon (2x size typical wine barrel). This Viognier has 40% of new French oak aging over a period of seven months. The firs…
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In today's episode, we tasted 3 different Cabernet Francs with a price point under $15. Two were from France and one was from Napa. We had a returned guest for this episode, V. Spoiler Alert, her Franc won the taste test. Set back, take some time and listen to us discuss the different Cabernet Francs by themselves, with pulled pork and with a chedd…
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First we would like to thank our newest follower, Disciple4real. In our glass we have 14 Hands 2017 Rose and Becker 2021 Saignèe. 14 Hands Rosè This Syrah-based Rosé opens with delicate aromas of rose petals and rhubarb. Refreshing flavors of melon and strawberries are followed closely by a kick of citrus in the finish. 13% ABV https://www.14hands.…
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In our glass: Starborough’s Sauvignon Blanc: Bright, approachable and refreshing, Starborough Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand is like wind-whipped seagrass on a warm summer day. It’s the perfect pairing for a casual catch-up and a quick bite. Touched with hints of:Fresh Guava, Sweet Kiwi, Zesty Citrus and Tropical Passion Fruit It ret…
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We would like to thank out new followers, Livewinelover, Yasaptax, 27 invested, Blsm herloba, Annie S. Today in our glasses, we have Love Cork Screw - Good Times Good Friends Pinot Grigio and Longevity Wines - Chardonnay Love Cork Screw – Pinot Grigio Pinot Grigio from Michigan is a medium–bodied, flavorful wine with a crisp and clean apple and pea…
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In our glass today is POUILLY-FUISSÉ by Jadot. Produced in the Mâconnais region of Burgundy, this famous wine is partially barrel fermented with 6 months of ageing in French oak casks. The judicious, subtle use of oak allows Louis Jadot’s Pouilly-Fuissé to retain its complexity and structure. GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay TASTE: This wine has aromas of f…
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In our glass today is Bruno by Karthäuserhof, Slate Reisling Spätlese. The wine is a homage to Bruno of Cologne, the founder of the Carthusian Order. On the facade of the former monastery which was built in 1335, Bruno is written in metal letters and accompanies us in our daily challenges: slate, steep vineyards, manual work. Enjoy this handcrafted…
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Thank you for tuning in to today's episode of A Glass & Sass! We have a guest joining us today, Will G, to discuss Old Fashions and Bartending. Will is the brother of Dawn Z and lives in Montgomery, AL. He bartends at two places and has a lot to share regarding tipping, ordering drinks and stories. Below you will find the cocktails he made for Dawn…
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Thank you for listening to another episode of A Glass & Sass. We would like to start by thanking our new likes/follows: Zoiliss R, Sarah , Ron N, Melissa’s Farmstead, Lil Suzy, Recycling Leon, Rose Wines, Bablu S! What is in our glass - 2018 Dolcetto Reserve, Wilmeth Family Vineyard, Gold Medal - 2021 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. This …
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Episode 11 - Tempranillo & Scorpio Season
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Unfortunately the 2018 Tempranillo Reserve is out of stock that we tasted on the show. However you can get the 2019 which is just as delicious. The bottle retails for $50, is 14.4 Alcohol by Volume and composed of 77% Tempranillo, 12% Touriga, 11% Graciano. https://www.pedernalescellars.com/product/2018-PC-TX-Tempranillo In celebration of Dawn's bi…
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Thank you for listening to another episode of A Glass and Sass. Today in our glass was Drunk Witch. the recipe for this cocktail can be found here https://www.shakedrinkrepeat.com/drunk-witch/. Please note that we ended up using a little more sprite in ours as the original recipe was a bit strong for our liking, We would like to thank Melissa D for…
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Thanks for listening to another episode of A Glass & Sass. In today's episode we have in our glass a hot toddy and 2014 Brutocao Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve. recipe for hot toddy can be found here https://cookieandkate.com/classic-hot-toddy-recipe/ You can find the 2015 version here https://www.brutocaocellars.com/product/2015-Brutocao-Reser…
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Today in our glass is 19 Crimes, Cali Red. This is a collaboration with 19 Crimes and Snoop Dogg. We purchased this bottle at HEB for $10.29. This is a red blend that consists of 65% Petite Sirah, 30% Zinfandel, 5% Merlot. It is 14.1% alcohol by volume. We got black cherry, vanilla and blueberry pie. We feel like this is a good red wine for everyon…
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We would like to thanks Steve D for listening to last weeks podcast and providing his thoughts on quiet quitting! In today's episode 2021 Dove Hunt Dog Rosè is in our glass, this can be purchased at https://scoutandcellar.com/login?method=regular&u=zino for $23. It is from Scout & Cellar. This rose is bright cherry, wild strawberry, red apple and p…
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Episode 6 - Cocktail Choices & Quiet Quitting
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Today in the glass, Dawn is drinking Enchanted Rock Peach Vodka and HEB 1877 Mango Mineral Water. The peaches used to make the Enchanted Rock Peach Vodka are from Fredericksburg. Neely is drinking an Espresso Martini made with Tito's Vodka, Mr Black Coffee Liqueur and Zoka Coffee Paladino Espresso Blend. Today we discussed the new trend that is swe…
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Thanks to Lily L for subscribing and sharing our page on instagram, Jaelyn M for leaving us a review, Melissa D for subscribing and BJ for helping with our food pairing and picking up some other Proseccos for us to try. August 13th is National Prosecco Day - Riondo Prosecco founded National Prosecco Day to celebrate the sparkling summer months. Rio…
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Thanks to Sujeiry C for confirming fettuccine is good with Trebbiano, William G for the constructive criticism, Tosha R and Aaron B for sharing our podcast. This week's music was by EvgenyBar…
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Thank you to our listeners - William Garrison, Aaron Bolden, David Bolton, Melissa Deshazer, Sarah Young, and Virmarie Rodriguez. Thank you for the music Music by Coma-Media from
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In this episode, Dawn and Neely have the 2021 Palaka Aloha Rosè from Fox and Flock Cellar in their glass. This wine is from Napa and can be found in Macy's Wine Shop. The Sass is hair policy. Dawn and Neely discuss their thoughts on how the wine tastes. They also discuss the Crown Act and hair policies during their sass section. The music Music by …
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In this first episode of A Glass & Sass, Neely and Dawn are giving you a taste of what is to come. In the glass, we have Raptor Ridge Vineyard Select's Pinot Gris 2020 from the Willamette Valley. Neely and Dawn discuss the difference between Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio. They talk about HEB and the assistance one can get in their wine section. Neely…
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