
Julie Sheppard
Julie Sheppard joined the Decanter team in 2018 and is Regional Editor for Australia, New Zealand and South Africa & Spirits Editor.
Before Decanter, she worked for a range of drinks and food titles, including as managing editor of both Imbibe and Square Meal, associate publisher of The Drinks Business, senior editor of the Octopus Publishing Group and Supplements editor of Harpers Wine & Spirit. As a contributor, she has over 20 years’ experience writing about food, drink and travel for a wide range of publications, including Condé Nast Traveller, Delicious, Waitrose Kitchen, Waitrose Drinks, Time Out and national newspapers including The Telegraph and The Sunday Times.
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Sam Neill: A tribute and recent interview with the late winemaker and actorAcclaimed actor and tireless advocate for New Zealand wine...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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World Cup of Wines: Four perfect bottles to pair with the semi-finalsThe penultimate wine pairings...
By Rupert Millar Published
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Best rums for a Mojito: Eight to tryWhether you’re celebrating World Mojito Day on 11 July or simply want to enjoy a refreshing cocktail in the heatwave this weekend, we've got you covered. Julie Sheppard tells you how to make a Mojito cocktail, with tips on the best rum to choose.
By Julie Sheppard Published
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World Cup of Wines: Provence rosé, Swiss Syrah and English blanc de blancs – here are you wine pairings for each of the quarter-final matchesThe tension mounts...
By Rupert Millar Published
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World Cup of Wines: Your last minute pairings for Spain and Portugal and the rest of the last 16 matchesAn Iberian epic in the making...
By Rupert Millar Published
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Spirits briefing: Whisky in 'orange wine' casks and how to make a Colomba cocktailFor the garden bar this summer...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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World Cup of Wines: Your wine pairings for England, Argentina, France and the rest in the first of the knockout gamesNo more playing around...
By Rupert Millar Published
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World Cup of Wines: Our expert wine pairings for the last group gamesCrunch time in game three...
By Rupert Millar Published
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Best buys from Sainsbury’s: Value picks and seasonal sips to drink nowTop picks for your shopping basket this season...
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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World Cup of Wines: Wine pairings for match 2 of the group stageCruising into round two...
By Rupert Millar Published
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World Cup of Wines: Pairing wines with every wine-producing nation's first matchA wine for every team...
By Rupert Millar Published
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Distilled: New English Heritage gins and how to make a Drunken Crane cocktailThis month's round-up of spirits trends features new English Heritage gins and a modern riff on the classic Martini...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Best buys from Marks & Spencer: Top bottles to drink nowClassic styles and new discoveries from M&S…
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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Cocktails: Your home bar basicsWhat tools do you need to make great cocktails at home? Our short essential guide to bar kits will get you started.
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Distilled: US whiskey news and how to make a Fandango cocktailOur latest round-up of spirits news and trends...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Top South African Cap Classique producer releases its first English sparkling wineIn a groundbreaking launch, Graham Beck has debuted its first traditional method English sparkler. Winemaker Pieter Ferreira talks exclusively to Decanter, as we rate the new fizz.
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Best tequilas for cocktails: Eight to tryBlancos, reposadaos and añejos for mixing
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‘Like our music, this wine is for everyone’ – Queen drummer Roger Taylor launches rosé wineQueen Côtes de Provence Rosé Cuvée Rock n’ Roll 2025 will be available in the UK from 5 May. Our expert gets a first taste.
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Get to know South Africa’s old vines in six winesA rare and precious resource...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Distilled: 'Another Hendrick's' gin and how to make a Garden cocktailThere's another side to Hendrick's...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Distilled: Brunette Clear puts new twist on coffee liqueurPlus, how to make the Lumen Champagne-based cocktail...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Best tequilas for a Margarita: 10 to tryGreat bottles to buy
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Distilled: A new instalment of The Dalmore’s Cask Curation SeriesOur latest round-up of trends in top-shelf spirits and cocktails includes the launch of The Dalmore's 'The Red Wine Cask Edition' plus the recipe for an Aquaponie cocktail.
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Celebrate Australia Day with 15 great high-street buysClassic styles and new discoveries...
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