Celebrity Life

Widely regarded as the drink of choice for any kind of celebration, champagne often epitomizes luxury and grandeur. Made exclusively in the Champagne region of France, the history and heritage of champagne goes back over 300 years; for many champagne houses (or maisons), the process hasn’t changed – and making it is still one of... View Article

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France is awash with first-class wine producers and sprawling vineyards, with the industry attracting millions of visitors to the country per year (with the exception of 2020, of course). However, while the quality of the wine is of great importance, appreciating the beauty of the European landscape is equally important; to help guide your wine... View Article

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The Lunar New Year has many traditions, each equally as important as the other. The 16 days of celebration include everything from a fireworks display to lavish feasts, but for many the occasion begins with an intimate tea ceremony at home. On the first day of the Lunar New Year, the household’s eldest generation is... View Article

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In addition to the traditional feasting and gift-giving, drinking plays a key part in the several days’ worth of the Lunar New Year celebration. Tea is typically the first drink served to guests, with wines, beer and spirits, traditionally cognac, enjoyed later on, but a Lunar New Year cocktail will always be welcome. To help... View Article

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After nearly two years in development, Maison Ruinart, one of France’s oldest champagne houses, has launched its revolutionary Second Skin eco-packaging, a plastic-free, 100% recyclable paper case, set for its US debut this April.  This sustainable alternative is nine times lighter than the original box and reduces the carbon footprint by 60% in comparison with... View Article

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Whisky, or uisge beatha (water of life) as it used to be known in Scots Gaelic, has been distilled on Scotland’s shores for over 500 years. Many of today’s most coveted Scotch brands started life as illicit producers, with smuggling rife until the 1820s, when new tax legislation made legal whisky production profitable. All of... View Article

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Order an old fashioned or a whiskey sour from any cocktail bar and you will be hard-pressed to guess whether it has been made with bourbon or rye. The difference between bourbon and rye can be subtle to the untrained palate, but it is unmistakable to those vested in the industry. From the actual ingredients... View Article

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Last summer saw the grand opening of Porto’s World of Wine (WOW). The 300,000-sq-ft development cost $124m and took five years to complete, making it one of Europe’s biggest tourism developments. With six interactive museums and nine restaurants, bars and cafes, it is set to become a new cultural hub for tourists and locals. Located... View Article

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Bourbon is as ingrained into American history as the 50 stars on the country’s flag. However, the overwhelming number of producers and the increasing prevalence of expensive releases can make it difficult to separate the best bourbon brands from the rest. Although centuries of history are behind bourbon production, the recent growth in popularity has... View Article

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The Craft Irish Whiskey Co. has taken the concept of collectable whiskey to a whole new level with the release of an exclusive set. The Emerald Isle Collection not only contains two bottles of one of the rarest Irish expressions ever but two bespoke Fabergé pieces, as well. This is the second release to come... View Article

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Scotch whisky fans have been granted an opportunity to boost their collection from the comfort of their own home after distilleries The Glenlivet, Aberlour and Scapa made their coveted Cellar Collection available online and over the phone for the first time. All part of the Chivas Brothers’ portfolio, the three distilleries usually reserve these exceptionally... View Article

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A bottle of the world’s most expensive Scotch whisky, The Macallan 1926, is predicted to break records when it goes under the auction hammer in February. Thought to be one of only 14 in existence, the coveted Rare 60 Year Old has been given a sales estimate of over $1.4m. The Macallan 1926 became the... View Article

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