Wine
Armand de Brignac Midas: bigger and more expensive
Armand de Brignac Midas is a giant premium champagne bottle inspired by King Midas, weighing 45 kg and holding the equivalent of 40 bottles.
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Penfolds Block 42, the 100,000 pound ampoule
Penfolds Block 42 Kalimna Cabernet Sauvignon 2004 appeared in 12 glass ampoules, priced at 100,000 pounds with global opening service included.
Rum
1940s J. Wray & Nephew 17 Year Old: legendary Jamaican rum
1940s J. Wray & Nephew 17 Year Old is one of the world’s most sought-after rums, tied to the Mai Tai and Jamaican rum history.
Cocktails
All About Bitters, Plus 3 Easy Recipes to Make at Home
Bitters are concentrated liquid flavorings made with botanicals, spices, roots, leaves and flower buds macerated in alcohol.
Liqueurs
Frangelico Liqueur Blends Flavour and Smoothness
Frangelico Liqueur is one of Italy’s great nut-based liqueurs, offering a refreshing, flavourful experience with hazelnut, vanilla and a silky texture.
Liqueurs
Amaretto Disaronno: Italy’s best-selling liqueur worldwide
Amaretto Disaronno is an Italian bitter almond liqueur, known for its square bottle, origin in Saronno and role in classic cocktails.
Articles
Home Alcohol Making and Distillation Explained
Asclepius Merlai introduces the basic ideas behind home alcohol distillation through his Manual of Urban Distillation.
Liqueurs
Fernet Branca in Argentina: 75% of world consumption
Argentina accounts for more than 75% of global Fernet Branca consumption, turning the Italian bitter into a ritual with Coca-Cola and ice in bars.
Cocktails
Sangria: One of Spain’s Most Popular Drinks
Sangria is commonly served in bars, restaurants, beach bars and festivals across Spain, making it the Spanish drink with the strongest international appeal.
Cocktails
Manhattan Cocktail: a Classic Canvas for Bartenders
The Manhattan Cocktail is a classic New York drink made with whisky and vermouth, known for its simple recipes, elegant character and unmistakable flavour.
Wine
Emiliano Sosa: “A winegrower’s life is full of challenges”
Emiliano Sosa, a winemaking technician from Junín, shares his passion for wine and reflects on the need to bring tradition and modernity together in the sector.
Liqueurs
Chinchón Seco Especial: 74 degree anise spirit
Chinchón Seco Especial is a high-strength Madrid anise spirit, linked to Chinchón tradition, distillation methods and protected varieties officially.