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With autumn finally here, it’s the time of year where one of the best seasonal beers makes its appearance: the ever-popular pumpkin. Whether you’re trying one for the first time or in need or something new to spice things up, here is a list of 5 great pumpkin beers to …

Winery –  Merum Priorati Wine – Ardiles Vintage –  2007 Varietal – Grenache, Syrah, Carignan & CS (Undisclosed %) Price – £20 / $26.04 Priorat made the right way by Aussie winemaker, Don Lewis! His wealth of experience really shows here, exhibitng the best of Priorat with this Grenache heavy …

It goes without saying that Italians love their wine – a dinner without it is unheard of. That isn’t to say that they aren’t lovers of a good spirit, too, and one of those is definitely gin. While difficult to track down in the states, if you ever find yourself …

“The cocktail world always goes through trends and fads, some which stick around, and some which fade back into obscurity. The one trend that won’t ever fade away is the one for incredible tasting drinks created with fantastic attention to detail in both presentation, taste and service.” -Ben Manchester, Bar …

The luxurious but charismatic Athenaeum Hotel at 116 Picadilly in London’s upscale Mayfair isn’t your typical lackluster, hospital corners, corporate operation. The building’s colorful history spans from serving as private residence of a mildly eccentric millionaire and patron of the arts in the 1850’s to housing a high end gentlemen’s club …

London has long been known for its pubs and the friendly environments that they provide for the locals and tourists. While there have been mainstay pubs throughout history that still remain present day, many other new, exciting pubs have begun to prosper and grow acclaim in the London area. One …

Winemaker: Schola Sarmenti Wine: Cubardi Primitivo IGT Salento Vintage:  2012 Varietal: 100% Primitivo/Zinfandel Price: GBP £14.99 USD $19.65 I’ve been on a roll with Primitivo lately and this Cubardi from Schola Sarmenti has only further reinforced my opinion, that when done right, Primitivo produces exceptional wine and is surely one …

The nation of Ireland is no foreigner to whisky or its firm taste. Ireland whisky can be traced back to the 12th century, where it is believed that monks were the original distillers of this now beloved native drink. Today this Irish whisky tradition is carried on by Irish distillers …

With bourbon, the most important factor comes down to the juice itself. For that exact reason, Barrell Bourbon is in the lead amongst the new school whiskey company. Though not a traditional distiller, because each batch is a little different having been chosen from straight bourbon from Kentucky and Tennessee, …

Chase Vodka, known for it’s single estate potato vodka made in the UK has taken their vodka and added a twist to it. Originally, a limited edition release, which sold out quite fast, this superb vodka is now on sale at all times. The brilliant distillery took their smooth and …

The fifth permanent addition to the Redbreast range of whiskeys, Redbreast Lustau Edition is a new interpretation of the brand’s character with a distinctive. Born out of a longstanding relationship between the Midleton Distillery, County Cork and the main sherry house Bodegas Lustau, it demonstrated the innovative and diverse Irish …

Winemaker – Dominic Hentall Wine –  Terra Calda Vintage –  2015 Varietal –  100% Primitivo Price – GBP £9.99 USD $13.30 Let it be known, this is a serious wine! A Puglian beauty to rival the best Primitivo and stand up to the better US Zins available in the UK. …

If you are a novice traveller, you may find yourself panicking over a variety of different things, which can mar your travel experience. There is a lot to organise and sort out when you are travelling, which means that you need to make sure you think ahead in order to …