Brian Freedman

@freedmanreports

Wine, spirits, travel & food writer. Author of "Crushed." Contributor @foodandwine @forbes @whiskyadvocate @james.suckling etc. Event host & speaker.
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Day Drinking with Brian Episode 215 is now up! Highly respected single malt Scotch whisky distiller @thedalmore reopened on April 27th…and it’s a show-stopper! A bit beforehand, I had the amazing opportunity to head to the Highlands for a preview—and to taste across their wide-ranging and deeply impressive portfolio. I was joined in this special episode by The Dalmore Global Specialist @craigjswindell , who was more than generous with his knowledge and his willingness to open two spectacular bottles. Drink up! #daydrinkingwithbrian #singlemalt #whisky
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9 days ago
I first wrote this piece for @foodandwine digital on how to taste wine like a pro a few years ago, and it was recently updated with an excellent video featuring @lucynashsimon on, among other things, the importance of priming your palate. Check it out at the #linkinbio! #foodandwine #wine
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10 days ago
I wrote this a few years ago for @foodandwine digital, but now that the weather is warmer and we are firmly in Sauvignon Blanc season (not that it’s ever really not Sauvignon Blanc season!), I wanted to re-share it here. #linkinbio #foodandwine #sauvignonblanc
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24 days ago
What a pleasure to share some delicious wines and spirits yesterday with @natasha_verma @fox5ny for Earth Month! Instead of a new episode of Day Drinking with Brian today, check out the full segment right here. Huge thanks to @lorijlengua and the amazing team at Fox 5 New York. Cheers!
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1 month ago
New York Riesling just keeps on getting better! In my latest report @james.suckling , we explore what’s driving its success, and review over 190 wines. #linkinbio #jamessuckling #newyork #riesling
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1 month ago
Excited to share my newest piece @whiskyadvocate , featuring incredible recipes from @chefkeithcorbin of @altarestaurant and cocktails from @haus_mcquillan . #linkinbio #whiskey #whiskyadvocate
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1 month ago
High-rye Bourbons are some of the most versatile, cocktail-friendly whiskeys around. Check out my piece @foodandwine digital for seven standouts to stock up on! #foodandwine #spirits #bourbon #whiskey #linkinbio
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1 month ago
Kistler may be best-known for their collectible Chardonnays, but their pinot noirs deserve just as much attention. Last month, I attended a fascinating tasting and lunch @gramercytavern , hosted by winemaker Jason Kesner, that focused on the variety. Check out the report now @james.suckling ! @kistlervineyards #winereview #wine #pinotnoir #linkinbio
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1 month ago
Day Drinking with Brian Episode 211 is now up! Today, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early with two standout Irish spirits: The beautifully aged and finished @thetyrconnell 16 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey and the perfumed, lifted @wildeirishgin . Drink up! #daydrinkingwithbrian #stpatricksday #gin #whiskey
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2 months ago
Last month, I had the fantastic opportunity to taste dozens of New York Cabernet Francs with James Suckling and Andrew McMurray at the iconic @hotelchelsea . It was a fascinating, eye-opening and delicious experience. For all of the details, check out my report @james.suckling at the #linkinbio. #jamessuckling @mcmurraywine #newyork #cabernetfranc
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2 months ago
You should definitely be drinking more Armagnac! For more on what makes this French brandy so special, and a rundown of recommendations, check out my new piece @foodandwine digital! #linkinbio #spirits #armagnac
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2 months ago
Secondary barrel-finishing can have a huge impact on tequila. For a deep dive into these fascinating spirits, check out my new piece @foodandwine digital! #linkinbio #foodandwine #tequila
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2 months ago