Value of rare whisky at auction rises by 46% in six months

The value of whisky traded at auction crossed £16 million in the past six months, according to the 2018 half year report by whisky broker and investment analysts Rare Whisky 101, representing a 46% increase on the previous year.

Ancient cups reveal chemical evidence of beer

An archaeological team excavating a 3,500-year-old site in Mesopotamia, which is now modern-day Iraq, has unearthed an ancient drinking vessel that has revealed some of the earliest known chemical evidence of beer.

British gin exports rise by 19% in 6 months to hit record £279m

Exports of British gin have risen by 19% in value in the first half of 2018 to reach a record £279 million, according to new figures from HMRC, and are predicted to reach £600 million by the end of the year.

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UK consumers are ready to explore the lesser-known expressions New Zealand produces, from Chardonnay to Pinot Gris, and are happy to pay good money to do so.

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Natural Selection: the rise of organic wine

Low-intervention wines, whether they be made organically, biodynamically or naturally, are becoming increasingly popular. Edith Hancock reports.

Prosecco: Traders of the lost arc

while Prosecco may be an undoubted success, many producers are attempting to persuade sellers and consumers to trade up to better quality – and more expensive – versions of the popular Italian fizz. Lauren Eads investigates

Let’s talk about Sekt, baby

With the increasing popularity of sparkling wines, the time is ripe for Germany’s fizz, Sekt, to make its mark. Given that it is essentially starting from a blank slate, producers have a rare opportunity to lure consumers, finds Lauren Eads.

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How the evolving economics of Burgundy wine is changing how the product reaches customers

While the demand for Burgundian wine should signal boom times for the region, poor yields are have meant the region is embracing new practices that are transforming how wine makes the trip from the vineyards of Burgundy to your cellar. BurgDirect CEO Jeff Rubin explores.

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Value of rare whisky at auction rises by 46% in six months

Ancient cups reveal chemical evidence of beer

British gin exports rise by 19% in 6 months to hit record £279m

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Fine wine investment: Liquid luxury

Hong Kong brewing company debuts craft beer to save sea turtles

Asian Rosé Masters 2018: Results and Analysis

Care home opens pub called the ‘Hip Joint’

Brakspear sees 11% turnover boost despite “relentless” rise in costs

Brewer opens golf course with on-site pub

Carlsberg builds ‘first’ waterfall-powered pub

French institute sees red over blue wine

This UK pub made £20,000 in fines after banning mobile phones

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How the evolving economics of Burgundy wine is changing how the product reaches customers

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Uruguay hosts nine Masters of Wine in attempt to broaden its appeal

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