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11 award-winning mezcals
The popularity of the agave spirit is booming - and there was no shortage of excellent mezcals in the IWSC 2023, helping prove the drink's power
The popularity of the agave spirit is booming - and there was no shortage of excellent mezcals in the IWSC 2023, helping prove the drink's power
The owner of Château Ducru-Beaucaillou on forging a place in the industry, dreaming of dinner with Rihanna, his eye for fine art and what's on his Netflix list
From guidebooks covering vibrant wine regions to international food histories, we review the best summer reads for food and drink lovers in 2023
Etruscan tunnels, wild boar ragu and exciting local wines await in the stunning Italian city seated in the cliffs of Umbria
Host David Kermode is joined by Freddy Bulmer for episode 118 of The Drinking Hour podcast, an Austrian wine special. The conversation covers the country's indigenous grape varieties and terroir, the beauty of both the everyday and fine wines and how the 'anti-freeze' scandal may have benefitted the country's wine industry in the long term
Henry Jeffreys examines the ways in which Armagnac is finding itself in the public eye once again – in no small part due to its affordability but also, of course, thanks to the brandy's reliability
The garnish is one element of a cocktail that's easily forgotten, says Joel Harrison, but with a little consideration, they can elevate even the simplest drinks to new heights
From the Isle of Skye down to the Isle of Wight and many destinations in between, discover the best boutique hotels by the sea offering something exceptional to those seeking relaxation and exciting wine while at the coast
From traditional takes on the flavoured spirit to examples showcasing bold spices, fruits and aromatics, here are eight of the best spiced rums from the IWSC 2023
The news that American producers are buying land in England to make still wines proves that the English wine industry is now about much more than fizz. The quality of Chardonnay from Essex makes it the style you need to investigate next, says Henry Jeffreys