Expense Account Hannah Crosbie
Dec 1, 2025
Hannah Crosbie, a witty drinks columnist for The Observer Magazine and author of the humorous Corker, dives into the joy of wine. She argues that wine writing should be as enjoyable as sipping a glass with friends. The duo explores Riesling's charm, the cultural quirks of British pubs, and her vibrant New York experiences. Hannah also shares hilarious stories of festival drinking and the importance of making wine accessible. Get ready for a delightful mix of laughs, insights, and practical wine advice!
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Dime Square Bar Crawl Memory
- Hannah described arriving solo in New York and being taken to Clandestino by three fashion-adjacent lads, which became a memorable bar crawl.
- She and J Lee joked about getting “absolutely fucked on Medallas” and forgetting what they ordered the last visit.
THC Soda Surprise
- Hannah recounted drinking a THC soda in New York that hit much harder than expected and made her and her friend laugh watching Selling Sunset.
- She described buying snacks like Twinkies while very high and inventing imaginary colors.
Match Wine To Real Moments
- Hannah wrote Corker to link wines to realistic drinking scenarios instead of sterile tasting notes.
- She recommends choosing wines based on the context you actually drink them in, not marketing stories.
