Handpicked presents a selection of wines and spirits reviewed by our IWSC experts, covering everything from everyday drinking to the classics, unknown gems to young guns.
When it comes to California, UK wine lovers are well catered for at the very top and bottom ends of the market. But what about in between? Here are some of the best Californian red wines you’ll find, from £20-£80
After nearly being wiped out in the 1980s, Irish whiskey is enjoying a resurgence. Here’s our guide to the best bottles to try, and why they more than hold their own with Scotch whisky
Joel Harrison's takedown of low-and-no alcoholic spirits last week prompted David T Smith to exercise his right to reply – and he argues that we shouldn't be so quick to dismiss them
New Zealand winemakers have long enjoyed success in the UK, but it’s clear that consumers are now looking to the region for reds as well as whites, with growing demand for premium Pinot Noir, Syrah and Merlot
The South African government’s decision to ban alcohol sales in the country has had a devastating effect on its wine industry, but as David Kermode explains, the tide may be turning – and there are plenty of ways you can play your part...
Australia is the place to look for innovative, exciting gins. With botanicals you won't find anywhere else, Aussie gins are giving traditional renderings a run for their money
With just a week to go, there's still time to supplement your yuletide wines with these award-winning bottles that deliver on both price and taste
It's that time of year when the Ports, sherries and sweet treats of the wine world finally take centre stage – and we've got ten prime examples to keep the fires burning...
From salted caramel to English sambuca, these award-winning liqueurs guarantee indulgence over the festive season (if, in some cases, only the festive season...)
It enjoys a global brand awareness rivalled only by Champagne, yet Prosecco’s pecking order is less widely understood – but well worth exploring, says David Kermode
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