Spirits
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Meet the star California winemakers with beer, whiskey and other drinks projects beyond wineBeer 'makes you better at fermentation'...
By Ana Carolina Quintela Published
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New-wave Calvados: These Normandy distillers want to change your mindNo longer trapped on the digestif trolley...
By Clinton Cawood Published
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Best whiskies for Father’s Day 2026: 10 top bottles to buyIf your father is a whisky fan, a special bottle will make his day...
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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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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Brewing sake on the moon: A drink with...Soya UetsukiCan sake be made beyond Earth?...
By Henna Bakshi Published
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Get to know botanical vodka: 10 bottles to tryLove gin? It’s time to explore botanical vodkas. Beth Whymark delves into this flavourful new category and recommends 10 bottles to seek out.
By Beth Whymark Published
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Discover Tasmanian whiskyGrabbing global attention since 2014, the single malts of Tasmania have a distinctive sense of place. Cassandra Charlick shares their history and recommends five great bottles to try.
By Cassandra Charlick Published
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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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Best tequilas for cocktails: Eight to tryBlancos, reposadaos and añejos for mixing
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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Vintage Armagnac: What difference does a year make?And a great bottle to try...
By Joel Harrison Published
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Best Manhattan cocktail bars: Nine to tryMust-visit venues in the Big Apple...
By Vicki Denig Last updated
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Best whiskeys for a Manhattan: 12 to tryGreat whiskeys for this classic cocktail...
By Alex Layton Last updated
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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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The craft of casks: From wine to whiskyMeet the distillers working with local wineries
By Anna Larkin Published
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Baijiu basics: Get to know the world’s most valuable spiritNever heard of baijiu? You’re not alone. Adele Irimiea meets Ben Salguero, who is on a mission to bring China’s national spirit into the Western mainstream.
By Decanter Staff Published
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Rise of the Dirty Martini: Why it's popular and how to make oneCocktail lovers are increasingly dirty-minded...
By Alicia Miller Published
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Why Irish whiskey loves sweet and fortified wine casksBarrels used to age Marsala, Madeira and Sauternes have a special affinity with triple-distilled Irish whiskeys, thanks to a combination of history and distilling. This St Patrick’s Day, explore the sweeter side of drams from the Emerald Isle, with six great bottles to try.
By Chris Madigan Published
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Best books on sake: Discover the story of Japan’s national drinkGreat reads that will leave you thirsty for a glass...
By Sophie Thorpe 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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What is nama sake?Discover how to taste, serve and store this seasonal sake
By Alicia Miller Published
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Best tequilas for a Margarita: 10 to tryGreat bottles to buy
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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Shaping the future of wine & spirits: What’s new at ProWein Düsseldorf?Sponsored by ProWein Düsseldorf 2026
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By Decanter Staff Published
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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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Best Scotch whiskies for Burns Night: 10 to tryTop single malts and blends...
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Exploring the rise of shrubs: The new trend in non-alcoholic drinksShrubs take root...
By Chris Losh Published
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Distilled: The launch of a Golden Ratio-inspired ginYour guide to the latest trends in spirits and cocktails...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Sake: A beginner’s guide and top recommendationsLearn about sake and see our top picks...
By Sylvia Wu Last updated
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Best alcohol-free spirits for Dry January 2026: 10 to tryZero alcohol drinks to try...
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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Festive Champagne cocktails to make at homeEasy sparkling cocktail recipes...
By Julie Sheppard Last updated
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Distilled: Two new expressions from Mount GayYour guide to the latest trends in spirits and cocktails...
By Julie Sheppard Published
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Sake and food pairing – A beginner’s guideTop sake and food matching tips...
By Sylvia Wu Last updated