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Published on: 20 Sep 11

Simonsig's Kaapse Vonkel

Simonsig celebrates its 40th birthday. How? By giving their iconic Kaapse Vonkel a facelift.
 
Published on: 11 Aug 11

Some things are better rich

For more than a thousand years, humans have been addicted to coffee’s rich, dark flavour. Today, coffee-drinking can be accompanied by as much snobbery and mystique as winedrinking. Debunking some of the myths, we find out where to get the best coffee and how to order it without embarrassing ourselves.
 
Published on: 10 Aug 11

Culinary - Coffee Solution

Great tips on getting the most out of your cappuccinos
 
Published on: 24 May 11

Tasting and enjoying Brandy

Despite being made according to equally strict production criteria, Cape brandy still tends to find itself in the shadow of Cognac. But consistent international accolades prove that some of it is on par with the world’s best.
 
Published on: 25 Apr 11

Amarula recipes Video Available

Amarula cocktail and food recipes for the inventive and adventurous cook. Try these or invent your own!
 
Published on: 25 Apr 11

The spirit with a lot of soul: Amarula

Amarula is the second-largest-selling cream liqueur in the world… but it all starts with humble beginnings – in the shade of the big, sacred marula tree.
 
Published on: 27 Jan 11

Scotch Whisky Liqueur Cocktails

Scottish brand Drambuie, has revived its look with a new bottle design that is set to hit local shelves this November. Targeting a younger generation of consumers and fans of a modern lifestyle, Drambuie is readily used to create a range of exotic cocktails. View a list of favourites here.
 
Published on: 01 Dec 10

Festive Wines

It is the festive season. So, hit control-alt-delete, switch off the computer, pack your bags and, while you are in the mood for celebration, go out and try something truly special.
 
Published on: 01 Dec 10

The beer necessities

It’s the third most popular drink on earth after water and tea, but somehow beer fails to make the grade as a ‘classy’ beverage. Is that about to change?
 
Published on: 29 Sep 10

Grappa, the fiery spirit lives on

Once the crude, fiery drink of Italian peasants, grappa has now acquired top-shelf status alongside single-malt Scotch and great Cognac. And some of the very best examples of this husk spirit are proudly South African.
 
 

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