According to Statista since 2000 we have lost 10,000 or about 17%. There are now around 50,000 nationwide. CAMRA claim …
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Brandy – A Vino Club Guide
Whereas the starting point for Whisky is a mash of barley, similar to that used for beer, Brandy starts life …
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Think again. As with many people of a certain generation (and possibly their kids too), our recognition of rose might …
Read More »Discover the wonderful wines of Tejo, Portugal
Tejo, Portugal Just to the north of Lisbon, on the east bank of the river Tagus, Quinta do Casal Branco …
Read More »Gin and Vodka – What is the difference
Gin and Vodka are highly popular drinks, both provide basis for many cocktails, so what is the difference? The Starting …
Read More »Beer, Lager and Ale – What are the differences?
Let’s answer the easiest point first; Beer is made from water and cereals, mostly malted barley. Both Ales and Lagers …
Read More »Jerome’s Easter Wine tips
I’ve put together a selection of wines for Easter that are consistently best sellers when I put them on taste. …
Read More »An Enjoyable Experience in the Cape Winelands
Franschhoek During a recent trip to South Africa, we had a short break in the delightful town of Franschhoek in the …
Read More »A glass or two of Wine a day – is it good or bad for you?
Wine, good or bad for health Contradicting articles in the Daily Mail In recent days, two articles caught my attention, …
Read More »English Tea, grown in Cornwall not in China or India
Traditional Tea is made by infusing the leaves of Camellia Sinensis in boiling water. Although tea had been drunk in …
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