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The star of the Argentinian wine industry, Malbec is appreciated around the world for its bold and intense flavours. Full-bodied, juicy, easy to drink and great value, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who didn’t like it. But how much do we actually know about this humble grape? To celebrate annual World Malbec Day on April 17th, let’s explore 5 things you didn’t know about this popular varietal, including its…

Easter is typically filled with fun activities for the kids, but here at Drinks&Co, we think the adults should let their hair down too. That’s why we’ve put together 6 egg-cellent ways you can join in the fun this year, from making chocolate cocktails to going on a boozy Easter egg hunt. Let’s hop to it!  1. Swap the Easter Eggs for a Boozy Dessert Easter doesn’t have to mean…

Spring has finally sprung and after a long, hard winter, we think that’s definitely reason to raise a glass. Let’s take some inspiration from nature and add a floral touch to our cocktail creations with some edible flowers! Read on to discover the benefits of consuming flowers, find out which ones are edible, how to source them, as well as fantastic recipes to create some blooming good cocktails! Flower Power…

Long banned, Irish Poitín is making a strong comeback in Irish pubs. The drink, which is undoubtedly one of the oldest spirits in the world, has now been granted a Protected Geographical Indication. Let’s take a closer look at this spirit with a unique history! An Unaged Hooch Irish Poitín is a white spirit that is unaged (unlike whisky). It’s traditionally made in Irish homes with malted barley or potatoes.…

Did you know that the 3rd of March is the UN’s World Wildlife Day? This is the world’s most important annual event dedicated to wildlife which celebrates and raises awareness of Earth’s wild animals and plants. To commemorate this special day, Drinks&Co has put together a compilation of 5 sustainable gins so you can help our wonderful wildlife with every delicious sip of your gin and tonic! Who said saving…

Prosecco, Cava and Champagne can be easily confused. They’re all sparkling wines after all. So what’s the difference? What makes Prosecco a Prosecco and not Champagne? What’s the difference between Champagne and Cava? Let’s find out in this handy guide, starting with the mother of all sparkling wines… What is Champagne? Origin For a sparkling wine to legally be called Champagne, it must be made in the Champagne region of…

You’ve no doubt heard about biodynamic wine, but what exactly is it? How is it different from organic? What are the pros and cons? Does it really work? Does it taste different? Find out the answers to the most asked questions in this comprehensive guide to biodynamic wines. What is Biodynamic Agriculture? According to the Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association, the official definition of biodynamic farming is “a spiritual-ethical-ecological approach…

Valentine’s Day can be enjoyed however you like. Some couples go out for dinner, others go for a walk, or on a romantic getaway… but this year most of us will be staying at home. The perfect plan? Cuddle up on the sofa with a blanket and film… and wine… or a cocktail! But what film? Let’s look at some of the best romantic films to watch while we drink…

It’s no exaggeration to say that Jack Daniel’s is legendary! After all, who doesn’t know this famous whiskey brand? Who has never tried it? There are even those who don’t usually like whiskey, but wouldn’t turn down a cocktail made with Jack Daniel’s! And to add even more charm to the legend, here are a few curiosities that you may not know about Jack Daniel’s and his Tennessee Whiskey. 1.…

Picturesque villages, sunny weather, Mediterranean cuisine, endless lavender fields… There are countless reasons to fall in love with Provence. But aside from its colourful countryside and glamorous Côte d’Azur, any wine lover will tell you that this Southeastern region is the benchmark par excellence for rosé wine. But why is Provence rosé so famous? In this article, we’ll take a look back at Provence’s millennia of experience producing rosé wine,…