London Dry gin is the trademark style, with its classic juniper and citrus notes, and the gin boom means you can sample traditional-style gin from distilleries across the world. Here are some of our favourites.
It’s a wine that can bewitch and befuddle in equal measure. But if you know what to expect, Amarone della Valpolicella is a wine of beguiling charm. Sarah Marsh MW tastes a selection of Amarones from stellar producers, spanning varying vintages and styles
Rum is a global spirit now, not just a mainstay of the Caribbean. We’ve picked out 10 of our favourites from both its traditional heartland and further afield
With Provence rosé more fashionable than ever, fellow pink-wine producers from around the world are stepping up their game. Here are the best rosé wines to try – ideal for al fresco dining in the sunshine
Terminology and definitions around organic, biodynamic and natural wine can be confusing. We explore what these labels actually mean for the wine in the bottle, and pick out a selection of the top-rated examples from the IWSC 2020 awards
Ireland may be best known for its whiskey, but Irish gins, with their innovative recipes and botanicals, are attracting a new wave of followers, says David T Smith
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
Riedel has stemware for every grape; Gabriel reckons one glass will fit all. We tested eight of the best wine glasses on the market to find out if there really is a single option for every wine and every occasion
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
The best 2016 Brunellos embody an extra leap forward in quality compared to other recent high-quality vintages, says Susan Hulme MW, as she picks out the top performers