Luzhou released the spirit of China into the ether of the United Kingdom

Luzhou Laojiao (LZLJ) or Lujo (as we know it in UK), the iconic Chinese liquor, was unleashed in UK. Luzhou represents one of China’s great heritage brands- stretching back from 1573 from Sichuan province. Made from pure organic sorghum and over 50% proof, ‘LUJO’ is believed to be an elixir of conversation designed to ‘liberate the … Read more

2014’s Top Gin, Vodka, Whiskey, Scotch, Tequila and More

2014 ULTIMATE SPIRITS CHALLENGE – CHAIRMAN’S TROPHY WINNERS The Ultimate Spirits Challenge, the world’s premier spirits competition, celebrated its fifth anniversary. For 2014, the competition announced 37 Chairman Trophy winners, the highest award, along with 218 Finalists, 171 Tried & True Awards(SM) and 89 Great Values. For the second consecutive year, a perfect 100 point … Read more

Provence wine route: top 10 guide

To taste the best of the Provence region follow this wine route from Toulon to the Massif des Maures, via Saint-Tropez, stopping at stunning vineyards, rural B&Bs and fantastic bistros

LVMH luxury giant expands the group’s high-end alcohol portfolio

Clos des Lambrays wines now under LVMH luxury group   LVMH luxury giant expands the group’s premium alcohol portfolio with the acquisition of Clos des Lambrays wines, one of the oldest and most prestigious vineyards in Burgundy, located near the village of Morey Saint Denis. With a unique area of 8.66 hectares, Clos des Lambrays … Read more

Jacuzzi, art deco theatre and leotards up for grabs in Spanish auction

About 1 million buyers sign up to bid online in Spanish inland revenue’s annual auction of assorted confiscated goods

Ritz Paris taking up temporary residency at the luxury London hotel The Connaught

Ritz Paris x The Connaught provide a week of cocktail jamming. Ritz Paris Bar Hemingway pop up at the luxury London hotel The Connaught. The Ritz Paris bar‘s head bartender joins forces with London’s  The Connaught to provide a week-long cocktail ‘jam’ session. The Ritz Paris and head bartender Colin Field are taking up temporary residency … Read more