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Midlands-based Attic Brew Co has acquired its Stirchley premises in a move to secure its future and aid the brewery’s growth plans. The business, which is Birmingham’s largest independent brewery, has…
Despite (or perhaps because of ) the headwinds buffeting the wine industry, this year’s Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) saw a dramatic uptick in quality. Our DWWA Co-Chair and Decanter Contributing…
In a warehouse building on The Shore in Leith there is a natural wine bar called Haze. Its name is appropriate, both for the unfiltered wines it sells and the haar—sea fog—that rumbles inland on warm…
Bright, day-friendly cocktails with Amalfi Coast vibes. The post Liquid Sunshine: Limoncello Cocktails appeared first on Imbibe Magazine.
Want to discover just how unique a single cask of whisky can be? These 7 independent bottlings wowed the IWSC 2026 judges—which one deserves a place in your glass? Read the full article at 7 Outstandi…
In most cases, cans will be the best way of packaging beer. But there are exceptions. Will North asked packaging and brewing experts to share the key considerations that should shape your choice of ca…
Can you taste a city? Meet Ian Schmidt, the Adelaide flagpole maker turned award-winning whisky distiller, and discover why his Iniquity Whisky captures the spirit of a place. Read the full article at…
Think flavored whiskey is just a gimmick? We tasted the best honey, peach, cherry, and pineapple bottles to find out which ones truly deserve a spot on your shelf. Read the full article at 7 Award-Win…
The family-run Jackton Distillery, located just outside Glasgow, has announced the launch of its first single malt, created under the leadership of Jaynie Kean, one of Scotland’s youngest female disti…
What happens when Indian single malts are finished in century-old liqueur vats or casks that once held a spirit made from flowers? These six Golds show the way. Read the full article at The Best India…
Can a bourbon made with smoked malt, chocolate malted rye, and 65% ABV deliver more than just heat? We taste Lost Lantern's Fiddler Soloist single cask. Read the full article at Lost Lantern Fiddler S…
Simple syrup in a Martini?!
Which Indian single malt claimed the only Master at the World Whisky Masters 2026, and how did a critically endangered bird inspire it? Here are the top six winners. Read the full article at The Best…
The line outside of Jean’s moved quickly for a Friday night. Bouncers unclipped velvet ropes for hordes of Zoomers who said they knew someone who knew someone who had a table. Others hopped on the pho…
The Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival, hosted by the Glasgow Building Preservation Trust, has more than 150 participating venues
The Donegal based Ardara Distillery has announced the launch of the second release of its heavily peated single malt. Ardara Single Malt 2026 Edition (46% ABV) is a triple-distilled single malt Irish…
Grasp the chance to be adventurous…
Want to gift something more distinctive than the usual familiar names? These 5 award-winning Indian single malts offer plenty for every whisky lover to discover. Read the full article at 5 Indian Sing…
Pinot Noir is the soufflé of red grapes: notoriously finicky to cultivate, yet highly coveted and utterly sublime in the right hands. Known for bright acidity and silky tannins, the thin-skinned grape…
Islay Rum received a 3-star award for its Barrel Aged rum at Great Taste 2026, the world's largest food and drink awards
Which nine blended Scotch whiskies earned top honors at the 2026 Scotch Whisky Masters, judged entirely blind? From a $33 bottle to a $3,375 decanter, here they are. Read the full article at The Best…
Five years after his last global Cinsault blind tasting, Matt Walls checks in on this underrated grape to see how it has evolved.
The rate of brewery closures has slowed in the first half of 2026 compared to 2025 according to the SIBA UK Brewery Tracker, published today. For the first six months of 2026, net closures have averag…
Werner Brombach, the owner of world-famous Erdinger Brewery, has passes away aged 86. The Erdinger brewery was originally founded in 1886 by Johann Kienle. The brewery’s famous identity and name would…
Erdinger Weissbräu has announced the death of Werner Brombach, owner of the independent German brewery, at the age of 86. His death followed a short illness. Werner Brombach with a glass of the unmist…
Can whisky taste of the fields that grew it? Bruichladdich Greener Still turns three barley types into a 15-year Islay single malt. Read the full article at Bruichladdich Greener Still 15-Year Scotch…
How did Clonakilty double US sales while Irish whiskey exports fell? Galley Head’s rapid rise offers the answer. Read the full article at Clonakilty Irish Whiskey US Sales Double in 2026
What happens when chocolate and caramel malts meet bonded rye? Hard Truth’s Dark Roast Rye answers with coffee, fudge and spice. Read the full article at Hard Truth Unveils Dark Roast Rye Bonded Whisk…
Brewery closures have slowed in the UK and with openings taken into consideration, the net brewery closure rate from January to June 2026 was -16, compared to a total loss of -137 breweries in 2025. F…
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