Using lesser-known agave varietals and made away from the traditional Oaxaca mezcal route, Zacal mezcal launched in the UK in 2025 and is already picking up prizes. Clinton Cawood speaks to one of its founders about taking the road less trodden

From a secluded fine-dining spot courtesy of one of Scotland’s best chefs to a ‘back to basics’ brasserie in the heart of Manhattan, these are the most mouth-watering new restaurant openings that have recently caught the eye of team Club Oenologique

From crisp, cool-climate wines with punchy acidity to rice-forward sake with a gentle tang, we asked a series of drink experts to share their perfect pairings for today’s trendiest snack: the pickle

From cocktail joints backed by the international bar scene's brightest talents to wine bars pouring exceptional bottles with passion and flair, these are the most exciting and extraordinary new bar openings that have recently caught the eye of team Club Oenologique

A new drinks-led festival is arriving in Las Vegas and helping to cement Sin City’s status as a cocktail capital of the world. Mandy Naglich explores the city’s singular offerings and recommends events to discover at the very first Drink Las Vegas festival

For centuries, Cognac has reached the furthest corners of the world, yet uncovering the riches which have cemented the spirit as a global icon requires a trip to its homeland. David Kermode shares his pick of the Cognac houses open to visitors, as well as the French region's hotels and restaurants worth the journey

For many wine lovers, Provence wine is rosé wine – pale, gluggable, possibly made by a Hollywood star. But there is another, more interesting side to the region’s rosés. In this extract from their new book, The wines of Provence, Elizabeth Gabay MW and Ben Bernheim explore rosé’s premium side

Hong Kong has secured its status as one of the world’s cocktail hot spots. Joel Hart seeks out the bars showcasing the city’s finest serves and explores how honouring heritage and local flavour are helping to put them on the map

Mexico’s oldest method of producing mezcal is back en vogue. Joel Hart visits a handful of palenques to view their slow-drip distillation processes - and to better understand what’s inspiring these producers to embrace the ancestral way

South Africa's sparkling Cap Classique wines are at an all-time high in terms of diversity and quality. David Kermode explores the story behind the style's explosion and shares some of the best examples, as rated by IWSC experts