CONTENTS
January/February 2015
Vol. 26 No. 1
On The Cover :
The Descanso, a gin-based sparkling
brunch drink at Flintridge Proper
Photo by Jim Simeone
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15 Bulgarian Rhapsody
The Balkan country's wines offer intriguing varietals and incredible values
By Melissa Dowling
20 Happy Endings
Bars and restaurants are getting creative with delicious and unique dessert drinks
By Kelly A. Magyarics
24 In Step With Seasonal Brews
Beer releases geared to specifi c seasons are spicing up the category
By Thomas Henry Strenk
28 Behind the Wine Stick
Kegged wines are continuing their roll; here's why they're popular
By Melissa Niksic
53 Cheers Tasting: Wine
Our panel's roundup of marvelous malbecs
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Next of Gin
Thanks to new styles and
greater consumer accep-
tance, the spirit's long-
awaited comeback may
be for real this time
By Jack Robertiello
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