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Published on: 23 Oct 07

Beer

Whether it's brewed according to the Rheinheitsgebot, kissed with the Saaz hop, reminiscent of La Dolce Vita in black and white or even alcohol-free and going down a treat with curry, pizza or braai, beer is one of the most popular drinks around. So how do the commercially available brews in South Africa stack up against each other? Fiona McDonald reports.
 
Published on: 09 Nov 06

Whisky

It's a tale that harks back to ancient days of moonshine and smuggling. Dave Broom, one of the world's foremost whisky writers, recounts the tale of a recent whisky pillaging expedition.
 
Published on: 30 Oct 06

Brandy

Brandy - the natural accompaniment to Cola, or something more? Hymli Krige researches the growing interest in top quality South African brandy.
 
Published on: 09 Mar 06

Cream liqueurs

Cream liqueurs aren't just a Christmas drink, discovers Joanne Simon. Served over ice, in cocktails or as part of a sweet - or even savoury! - recipe, they make the perfect summer accompaniment.
 
Published on: 24 Nov 05

Single malt whisky

Malted barley, peat and pure spring water make for both romance and a great dram. Fiona McDonald chronicles a visit to the Highlands and Islay on the trail of single malt.
 
Published on: 07 Mar 05

In Fine Spirit

Gentlemen repairing to the study for a post-prandial brandy and cigar is an almost clichéd association with good living. But did you know that initially the spirit of choice was rum? Dave Hughes shares his extensive knowledge of a few distilled after-dinner treats.
 
Published on: 02 Nov 04

Whisky 2004

An image makeover has catapulted whisky into the echelons of the young and cool. Dave Broom reviews its dramatic metamorphosis.
 
Published on: 28 Jan 04

Dave Hughes reflects on Hidden Malts Whisky

Some might think the release of a range of whisky under the name Hidden Malts a bit strange, but this is not because they have been carefully concealed.
 
Published on: 15 Dec 03

Whisky basics

During the dark days of World War II Dave Hughes can recall his parents longing for utterly unobtainable Scotch whisky and "making do" with American whiskey. A trained distiller, he has travelled the world - from Russia to Kentucky - in pursuit of good malts.
 
Published on: 21 Oct 03

Cocktails

The sky's the limit when it comes to mixed drinks. Dave Biggs divulges a few secrets en route to cocktail heaven.
 
 

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