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Howls at the Moon Unleash your inner werewolf this Halloween with this interpretation of the classic Manhattan cocktail. The warmth and smoothness of red wine and bourbon will surely quell the beast within, especially when sipped under the sparkling moon. Ingredients: 2 oz bourbon 2 oz red wine 0.5 oz …

Photo credit: Katie Gibbs The Los Angeles area is host to a large creative community, whose jobs can be performed anywhere. As such, it’s no surprise to find many new developments where living space is intertwined with retail, culinary and health-savvy businesses.   One such development is PLATFORM, in Culver City …

As one of the leading providers of Californian wines in select markets worldwide, E. & J. Gallo Winery connects very strongly with their Californian roots. With the recent wildfires in Sonona/Napa, it was clear the area was in need of monetary support and general help to clean up the aftermath. …

Yauatcha is a Chinese dim sum teahouse with two restaurants in London – in the heart of Soho and in the City. The restaurant provides a unique dining experience, offering authentic dim sum with a contemporary influence. In July of this year Yauatcha announced that they partnered with Grey Goose …

The aspect the Surrey North Downs hillside trends upwards much like the progression of Greyfriars 2013 Sparkling Rosé Reserve Brut. Planted two years before its harvesting, this pale pink perfection was bottled in 2014 and disgorged and released in 2015 before becoming an award winner in 2016. After taking the …

Britain’s Newest Gem: Pothecary Gin Pothecary Gin launched in 2016, but they’re already establishing themselves a premier gin capable of delighting on a world stage. Handcrafted in small batches in a micro-distillery, the founders make sure everything that goes into their product is perfect. The five botanicals of Juniper, Tilia …

As a self-confessed drinks geek, I’ve been keeping a close eye on Virgin Atlantic over the past several years. While many other airlines have continued to do the same-old, VA has ramped up their creativity in the drinks space, creating bespoke experiences that no other airline can even come close …

Not planning a trip overseas anytime soon? Not to fear! If you’re interested in delving into the world of the top Spanish beers, you’re in luck- all of these fantastic brews can be found in the comfort of your own home state. Packed with traditional brewing methods, citrusy hops, and …

Spirit: CITY Bright Gin ABV: 42 (84% Proof) Ingredients: Organic juniper berries, ancho chiles, angelica, basil, California bay, cardamom, cassia, coriander, cubeb, black cumin, fennel, grapefruit, lemon balm, lemon, lemongrass, kaffir lime, lime, pink peppercorn, Sichuan peppercorn, peppermint, spearmint, star anise Score: 93 Points CITY Bright gin is a local …

Want to enjoy a beautiful Malbec in the UK? Charles Mitchell Wines is now the exclusive UK distributor for Château de Mercuès, France. The love and appreciation for sophisticated vintages are what bring this power duo together. The Château de Mercuès allows tenants to experience 13th century France with beautiful …

It all started in 1953, the year that Queen Elizabeth II assumed the throne.  It was also the year that Charles Julian, a Master Blender at Chivas Brothers—the owners of the oldest Distillery in the Highlands—was inspired to create his own brand of whisky to pay tribute to the queen. …

Spirit: Grand Hops Amaro ABV: 40 (80% Proof) Ingredients: 100% organic whole cone hops and pellets of Bravo, Citra and Simcoe, cane sugar Score: 91 Points I always appreciate when distilleries go out of their way to create something a little bit different and that is definitely the case with …

Since 1551, Codorníu has been producing impressive and expertly crafted wine in the hills of Spain. In 1872, Josep Raventós produced the first bottles of Spanish sparkling wine, known as cava, following a traditional method. Over 100 years later, Anna, the vineyard’s first sparkling Chardonnay, was introduced in 1984. Anna …