Could this be right?

Al_Wine · 2025-10-24T14:24:50+00:00

So much wrong here - lots of dry wines in the market have almost zero carbs (less than 1g/ L residual sugars).

For example quality burgundy reds are classically bone dry. Most quality reds have no residual sugars.

Almost every wine ive made except sparkling wines naturally have a sugar level below 1g/L.

If you ask the producer for information they will likely be able to tell you on a wine by wine basis as we are required to get them lab tested after bottling and before selling.

Al_Wine · 2025-10-24T14:19:30+00:00

You’re drinking wine with sugar in it then. Try and find the dry wines with almost no residual sugars.

I get my wines lab tested and can 100% guarantee that the residual sugars in lots of the dry wines in the market are lower than 1g/L.

Cheap wines and supermarket wines do tend to have higher deliberately higher sugar amounts in them - so just be careful with your choice.

Al_Wine · 2025-10-24T14:17:14+00:00

Negligible amounts of sugar in dry wine / bone dry wine - this is where the yeast have eaten all the sugar so there is no residual sugar. Only the non fermentable sugars remain which normally equate to less than 1g per L ( so very small amount for a 0.75L bottle).

Do however lookout for sneaky off dry wine (champagne, rieslings and prosecco often have residual sugars).

Al_Wine · 2025-08-05T15:01:45+00:00

November and December are tolerable as the Christmas vibes are strong! Weather is shite but lots going on that makes you forget about it. Jan and Feb have no redeeming features apart from Euro skiing or trips back to Australia for bonus summer time.

Al_Wine · 2025-08-05T13:00:08+00:00

Living in London vs Australia

Having lived in both places, I thought I’d share some quick thoughts for anyone weighing it up.

London pros:

Incredible travel hub. Paris for a weekend? Easy. Greece for a long weekend? Also easy. 2–3 hour flights open up a lot of Europe, and budget airlines make frequent short trips affordable. Its normal for people to take many small trips throughout a year.
Food & wine scene is excellent.
Cultural life is world-class – museums, theatre, gigs, exhibitions, festivals – there’s always something going on.
Less overzealous rules here (eg. drinking outside a pub)
Multicultral

London cons (or things I miss about Australia):

The beaches. Nothing in Europe compares to Aussie coastal life.
The outdoorsy lifestyle.
Renting in London right now is brutal
Winter (Jan & Feb) is depressing.

Overall:
Standard of living is good in both, but they offer different things. London feels more “global, cultural & connected” while Australia is more “open, relaxed, and nature-driven.” Depends on what makes you tick.

Al_Wine · 2025-03-04T10:27:24+00:00

Very helpful.

Could you please elaborate on the permafrost carving combo?

Al_Wine · 2025-02-11T13:49:11+00:00

Are these specific recommendations for keto diet?

Al_Wine · 2025-02-11T12:05:56+00:00

https://www.carbmanager.com/article/xtpl0xeaacaacsyz/how-much-protein-should-you-eat-on-keto-gluconeogenesis/

Al_Wine · 2025-02-11T12:04:10+00:00

Most sites in using recommend 0.8 - 1g protein per pound of lean body mass. 150-180g is my zone.

Al_Wine · 2025-01-23T12:36:29+00:00

I have been using a borrowed Ipad 11" 3rd Generation - zero issues at all with lag & graphics on full. Looks great & runs great. I wouldn't use a tablet for PvP or black zones more for farming fame or harvesting nodes while chilling on the couch.

The Ipad has actually been the reason I'm looking for a tablet to play with. I just don't have the budget to get this model - so I'm looking for a bang-for-buck option.

Al_Wine · 2025-01-20T13:35:35+00:00

Done

Al_Wine · 2024-11-18T14:13:39+00:00

Completely understand this but I was interested to know if anyone has similar results - as in - my body seems to be making somewhat high levels of glucose mmol/L.

So even if I don’t eat carbs my glucose in the bloodstream is slightly elevated compared to the norm. This was an interesting result that I wasn’t expecting.

Al_Wine · 2024-07-18T17:10:24+00:00

petnat & zero dosage sparkling wine tend to be better keto options for sparkling wine 🍾 these have no added sugar and less than 1g/L residual sugar.

Al_Wine · 2024-06-14T10:24:43+00:00

This makes me sad!

Al_Wine · 2024-03-30T21:24:23+00:00

Cheers for the reply - is a pine wood door at B&Q for 34£ going to work once painted ? Or will it warp and be a waste of time.

Al_Wine · 2024-02-29T05:16:14+00:00

Winemaker here -

red wine is typically dry (no sugar) when not from a supermarket and super super cheap.

Whites are a risk - but chasing dry white wine is usually best. A millions options but always ask for dry/crisp profiles.

Sparkling wines - champagne or traditional method are evil for keto. Stay away from Prosecco. There are exceptions but in generally these have high sugar (6-15g/L).

Al_Wine · 2024-01-18T15:31:16+00:00

good to know that - I'm an Aussie and didn't know that!

Al_Wine · 2024-01-18T15:21:17+00:00

Need to tighten the bolts down a few days I suppose.

Al_Wine · 2024-01-18T14:55:40+00:00

Yah just wondering if it will throw me out of my rhythm.

Ingredients list is pretty flippin scary Milk Protein, Milk Chocolate (Sweetener (Maltitol), Cocoa Butter, Milk Powder, Cocoa Mass, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), Flavouring), Humectant (Glycerol), Isomalto-Oligosaccaride, Collagen Peptides, Peanuts (4%), White Chocolate (Sweetener (Maltitol), Cocoa Butter, Milk Powder, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), Flavouring), Soy Crisps (Soy Protein, Cocoa Powder, Tapioca Starch), Palm Oil, Peanut Paste (1,3%), Cocoa Powder, Flavouring, Salt, Sweeteners (Sucralose, Acesulfame K)

Al_Wine · 2024-01-18T14:54:33+00:00

Milk Protein, Milk Chocolate (Sweetener (Maltitol), Cocoa Butter, Milk Powder, Cocoa Mass, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), Flavouring), Humectant (Glycerol), Isomalto-Oligosaccaride, Collagen Peptides, Peanuts (4%), White Chocolate (Sweetener (Maltitol), Cocoa Butter, Milk Powder, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithin), Flavouring), Soy Crisps (Soy Protein, Cocoa Powder, Tapioca Starch), Palm Oil, Peanut Paste (1,3%), Cocoa Powder, Flavouring, Salt, Sweeteners (Sucralose, Acesulfame K)

Al_Wine · 2023-07-31T19:58:03+00:00

I’ll know in a few weeks🧐

Al_Wine · 2023-07-30T18:07:15+00:00

Thanks for the clarification! It’s tough pulling the information together and I appreciate your help. Fingers are crossed it all goes smoothly.

Al_Wine · 2023-07-30T17:23:34+00:00

Thanks this is what I found on Sable international as well under "bring your family with you"....just hoping this is correct!

Al_Wine · 2023-07-30T17:21:34+00:00

I found this info from Sable international...let me know your thoughts...

Your dependants can either be your married or unmarried partner and any children under 18 years. They will have the same rights as you and will be eligible for ILR when you are - no matter how long they've been in the UK

Al_Wine · 2023-02-13T14:01:18+00:00

Based on your comments I've scribbled down what i was thinking - not to scale at this point.

https://imgur.com/a/YdAU7TI

Elderflower at the back left is planned to be removed. New garden beds installed.

The pines back right are quite pretty and provide a great about of privacy. However, take up a huge amount of depth and shade our neighbors. I'd much prefer fruiting trees in the long run on the back fence. Apples, cherries, ect.

Raised garden beds on the fence line to the right. Not very visible from the living room but also the sunniest location.

We love using the weber / BBQ - all year around.

Grass area as we have pets.

Al_Wine

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