for Drinkers

A Taste For Wine And Murder Mystery, $25 at UncommonGoods.

Throw a really killer dinner party with the help of this Murder Mystery game. Nothing gets a party going like a little wine and intrigue, so set the table and watch your guests perform. A Taste for Wine and Murder comes with everything you need to host the perfect whodunit: a party planning guide with menu and recipes, character information booklets (includes roles and backgrounds), invites and place cards for eight, secret clues and a CD with an introduction, summary and solution revelation. So pop the cork and toast your treacherous guests.

Wine Wars Trivia Game, $13.50 at UncommonGoods.

From the creator of Foodie Fight, Wine Wars is a fun and fascinating trivia game that tests your knowledge of the fruit of the vine. The battle begins as players answer questions in categories such as Vine to Vino (growing grapes, making wine, and world production), Wine Cellar (selecting, storing, and tasting wine), and Cork Culture (wine people, business, arts and science, and trivia). Perfect for those new to the world of wine, but challenging enough for the devoted oenophile, Wine Wars will have you swirling, sniffing, and sipping your way to vinicultural victory.

Winerd – The Wine Tasting Game, $35 at UncommonGoods.

This tasty game from connoisseur Tamara Murphy gets your favorite wine involved in the fun. Using three bottles of similar wine, you’ll prove your knowledge of fermented grapes by answering the most wine trivia questions and passing the most blind taste tests. Includes game board, 300 questions, 12 challenge cards, four game “corks” and a taste test notepad. Wine not included. 2 to 8 players.

Bouquet: The Wine Game, $50 at UncommonGoods.

The perfect pairing for an evening with friends, this beautifully illustrated board game is a competitive journey through the world of wine – and takes you one step closer to becoming a master sommelier.Designed to be fun for expert and novice alike, you may find yourself visiting a New York wine auction, or identifying a wine by the shape of its bottle. With six categories and 900 questions, this game will easily last through several bottles of wine. For two to six players, individually or in teams. Made in China. Here’s a taste of what’s ahead: -Which is the most widely planted white grape in Napa Valley? Is it Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay? – Where are the vineyards of DeLoach? In Oregon, New York State or in California? Contents: – 1 Game Board – 6 Wine Cork Game Pieces – 900 Category Cards – 150 Chance Cards – 1 Numbered Die – 1 Category Die

Foodie Fight Game, $12.75 at UncommonGoods.

What food is called nervous pudding in diner slang? (Jell-O) Satisfy your craving for tasty trivia with the game that lets foodies strut their culinary stuff. With over 1,000 questions on topics ranging from culinary science and celebrity chefs to food history and exotic cuisine, each player is bound to get a full serving of food knowledge. 168 trivia cards, 6 game boards and 108 game pieces.

Passport To Culture, $30 at UncommonGoods.

Grab your passport and go hopping across the continents as you discover the peoples and cultures of our amazing world in this exciting new board game. Circle the globe and answer informative, insightful questions on anything from food and drink to greetings and gestures as you stamp your passport and find out your Cultural Intelligence. What are Albanians likely to do upon befriending a traveler? What does “Big Ben” actually refer to? What country did Panama hats originate in? Open your mind, embrace the world and challenge your knowledge as you explore the world in this dynamic game. Printed in China. 2 to 6 players.ANSWERS TO “PASSPORT TO CULTURE” QUESTIONS!Albanians are likely to offer a traveler they have befriended a meal and free lodging. “Big Ben” actually refers to the 13-ton bell inside the clock tower, not the clock or the tower. Panama hats originated in Montecristi, Ecuador.

Wine Party, $25 at UncommonGoods.

For a great time with this kit, just add wine. It has all the other things you’ll need – tips to throw a fabulous party, aroma and flavor guides, stem tags, a wine notetaking pad and festive wine wrappers so all your guests can taste without bias. Whether you’re looking for a serious wine tasting event or a casual night of fun and games, whether you’re hosting a lot of guests or just a few – this kit has you covered. Manufactured in China. This festive box includes:- 24 stylish Wine Wrappers in 4 different designs- 36 stem tags in 4 colorful designs to identify your guests’ glasses- Wine pad for guests to jot notes on the wines- 12 Aroma and Flavor Guides to help identify the tastes and aromas in each glass- 24-page 4-color illustrated Tips Guide with dozens of creative ideas for fun, one-of-a-kind wine tastings.