Alcohol consumption in Russia has fallen by 43% since 2003, and its citizens are better for it, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).
We've had spirits made with caviar, cow's milk and red ants, but one drinks brand has taken unusual provenance to another level by flavouring its vodka with smoked bone marrow.
G & I Spirit group is looking to boost its spirits range to around 45 spirits within five years, and is set to roll out three new tequilas, a flavoured super premium gin and a vodka in the next six months.
Aberdare-based Penderyn has revealed the location of its new £5 million distillery and visitor centre in north Wales, which it hopes to open in 2021.