The Perfect Shot Dispenser

by Ben Khoo on September 14, 2009

If you’re serious about your bar or know someone that is, then the perfect shot dispenser is a must-have.  Not only is it a great looking accessory, it allows you to quickly display your liquor options and pour the perfect 1.5 ounce shot each and every time.  It’s a great toy especially when you have a party because everyone will want to play bartender. This comes in a 1, 4 and 6 bottle configuration, and makes a very nice gift for anyone!  We started to sell quite a few of these units after one of the tennis shows had a famous tennis star (can’t remember who, sorry!) proudly display his perfect shot dispenser in his bar at home.

Perfect Shot Dispenser - Single Bottle

Perfect Shot Dispenser - Single Bottle

Perfect Shot Dispenser - 4 bottle

Perfect Shot Dispenser - 4 bottle

Perfect Shot Dispenser - 6 bottle

Perfect Shot Dispenser - 6 bottle

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Personal Breathalyzers

by Ben Khoo on September 14, 2009

Ever wonder if you’re sober enough drive home?

DMV provides a rough guideline on how much you can drink based on the time since your first drink, and how much you weigh.  There are, however, so many variables that come to play to determine if your BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentation) is over the legal limit.  How strong were the shots (do you really know what and how much alcohol is in each cocktail, or glass of wine, or beer?) and how active have you been (the rate in which your body processes alcohol will vary) since your first drink? 

You may feel fine, but are you really safe to drive? Instead of trying to guess, the best thing you can do is get a personal breathalyzer and know for sure.  Okay, the best thing is to not drink but hey, that’s no fun so getting a personal breathalyzer is a great alternative.  Not only will you know for sure, but you’ll be able to make sure your loved ones are all safe to drive as well.

During a great game of squash (isn’t it funny when random thoughts will pop into your mind?), I realized that a personal breathalyzer would be an awesome device to own.  How often have you ended a great social evening and wondered if you or your friends were really safe to drive home?  What if you had a friend that looked just ever so slightly tipsy, but you knew that he or she would get belligerent if you took their car keys away?

Immediately after my game, I got home and started to research if something like this even existed.  I’m glad to say that they do, and after a couple months of sourcing, I’m proud to say that WineGuppy is now able to offer you these personal, reusable breathalyzers below.  I feel that they are important enough and all of us should own one especially with the upcoming holiday season.  You’ll never again wonder if you or your loved ones can safely drive home, or even risk being pulled over and failing a sobriety test.  Trust me, you do NOT want to go through a night in jail, followed by the costly ordeal of having a DUI on your record.

Personal Breathalyzer Bactrack B70

Personal Breathalyzer Bactrack B70

Personal Breathalyzer - AlcoHawk Slim

Personal Breathalyzer - AlcoHawk Slim

Personal Breathalyzer - AlcoHawk ABI

Personal Breathalyzer - AlcoHawk ABI

Professional Portable Breathalyzer - Alcohawk PT500

Professional Portable Breathalyzer - PT500

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Microwaving wine – Is it okay?

July 13, 2009

Yes, you can absolutely microwave wine to bring it to the right temperature. I frequently store wine in the refrigerator (leftover wine, or when I’m trying to chill a bottle) only to realize that it’s too cold come time to serve.
What I do
Pour the cold wine into a glass container and microwave it in 10-second [...]

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Attending a Wine Tasting Event

June 30, 2009

I’m a big fan of attending wine events. Why? Because it’s a great way to learn about wine, do comparisons and in many cases, meet and speak with the actual wine makers there to promote their wines. Where else can you try so many different wines in a short amount of time?
At the recent Pinot [...]

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Cleaning Accessories for Your Wine Glassware

June 26, 2009

Washing your wine glasses and decanters
Wash with hot water and just a little detergent. Be very careful when washing the rim as they are usually thin and can break easily. Use a specialized wine glass cleaning brush if possible (see section below on cleaning brushes). Rinse thoroughly and dry upside down on a flat piece [...]

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Wine Cellars

June 12, 2009

A wine cellar, also called a wine refrigerator, helps you control the following: temperature, humidity, light and for some models, vibration. The ideal temperature to maintain your wines is between 52 and 58 degrees Fahrenheit. While you can certainly go above and below these ranges (but don’t stray too far!), your best bet is to stay close to them. A lower temperature will slow the aging process, and a higher one will increase it.

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Wine Decanters

June 6, 2009

Decanters are used for 3 purposes. The first is to let it breath. By pouring the wine into a decanter, you’re increasing the amount of air that the wine is exposed to, thus accelerating its development. The second purpose is to separate sediments from older wine. The 3rd reason is purely about aesthetics because some of these decanters are just so pretty, it enhances the overall experience when using one!

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Wine Openers and Corkscrews

April 14, 2009

Corkscrews are probably the most common way for folks to open wine bottles. They come in many different shapes and sizes. Let’s go over the most common type of corkscrews, and I’ll highlight the pros and cons of each.

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Wine Bottle Stoppers – What’s wrong with just using a regular cork?

April 7, 2009

Do I really need one?
This is something I would consider a nice-to-have. Wine bottle stoppers are a great idea when you want something a little nicer to re-cork a bottle of wine between pours, or if you want to store the unfinished wine for another later occasion. This is especially true if you [...]

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All About Wine Glasses

April 2, 2009

One question I get all the time is “Do I really need all those fancy wine glasses? Come on, which ones do I really need?” Well, what you really need depends on how you drink wine. Before I get to answering that question, let’s have a quick overview on wine glasses.

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