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Athens’ Line beats Sips to become Best Bar in Europe
The inaugural Europe’s 50 Best Bars list has been revealed, with Athens toppling Barcelona as the region’s top cocktail city The post Athens’ Line beats Sips to become Best Bar in Europe appeared first on The Spirits Business .
by Lauren Bowes2 viewsheadlinenewsathensawardsbarcelonaeurope - news
Latest figures show decline for French organic drinks
Though the organic sector overall is growing in France, the official statistics for 2025 show that alcoholic beverages are the only categories shrinking, with two powerhouse regions driving the decline. The post Latest figures show decline for French organic drinks appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Michael Huband2 viewsnewsagence-biobordeauxdb-newseuropefrance - news
Glass recycling collection hits EU record
Glass collection for recycling hit a record 82,2% in the EU in 2024m according to new data released today. The figures revealed by Close the Glass Loop showed a record performance for glass packaging collection for recycling across the EU, reaching a rate of 82.2% in 2024. This performance underlines the efficiency and effectiveness of separate...
by Tim1 viewnewseurope - news
Paris Suspends Public Drinking as Record Heatwave Rattles France
Paris again banned public drinking this weekend in response to the record-breaking heatwave engulfing parts of Europe. First responders and hospitals are already fighting a weather-induced influx of patients, Paris police chief Patrice Faure says, and the drinking ban is a move to prevent further hospitalizations, according to The New York Times. The ban on drinking takeaway alcohol in public began at noon Central Europe Time today and will end at 7 a.m. tomorrow morning. It will be in place for the same timeframe from Saturday to Sunday. The article Paris Suspends Public Drinking as Record Heatwave Rattles France appeared first on VinePair .
by Stephen Bradley1 viewdrinkingeuropefrancegovernmentlawparis - news
Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano
Located in Montepulciano, a historic Italian town between Valdichiana and Val d’Orcia, is one of its most prestigious wineries, Fattoria della Talosa. Along with superior wines are barrel cellars and a tasting room in underground tunnels excavated by the Etruscans over 2200 years ago, then used as military bunkers during World War II. Intrigued? After […] READ MORE The post Sangiovese Finds Its Magnificent Expression at Fattoria della Talosa in Montepulciano appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning3 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-wineswine-reviewswineries - news
UK sales and volumes up at Damm
Spanish brewer Damm has recorded a 19% increase in sales in the UK and group revenues of €2.01 billion (£1.73 billion) along with a net profit of £133 million during 2025. The figures were released at the company’s recent AGM where international growth described a key driver at the business with Damm present in more...
by Tim1 viewnewseuropeukunited-kingdom - news
Heineken appoints new CEO
Heineken has appointed Rafael (Rafa) Oliveira as the company’s new CEO. Oliveira will join Heineken from JDE Peet’s N.V., the world’s largest pure-play coffee and tea company, where he has served as CEO since 2024. Following Keurig Dr Pepper’s acquisition of JDE Peet’s, he has been appointed to lead Keurig Dr Pepper’s planned Global Coffee...
by Tim1 viewnewseurope - news
When frost strikes, Château Clarke brings in the sheep
To protect vines from cold conditions, wineries in Bordeaux rely on an array of methods. This year, Château Clarke achieved a 2°C increase in temperature using an unconventional solution: a flock of woolly sheep. db reports. The post When frost strikes, Château Clarke brings in the sheep appeared first on The Drinks Business .
by Amelie Maurice-Jones4 viewsnewsbordeauxchateau-clarkeeuropefrance - news
Belgian brewers invest but consumption declines
Belgium’s beer consumption declined in 2025 but the nation’s breweries continue to invest heavily in new technology and process improvements, new research shows. The figures, released by the Belgian Brewers Federation, revealed that consumption dipped by 3.2% to 6.2 million hectolitres. Export demand, which is a strong contributor to the Belgian beer sector, dropped to...
by Tim1 viewnewseurope - news
Europe’s brewing future in focus
Beer’s role in communities, sustainable practices and brewing’s contribution to the economy across Europe were all on the agenda during The Brewers of Europe’s 2026 general assembly. The meeting in Lisbon brought together representatives from national brewers’ associations and brewing companies from across Europe. During the general assembly, members exchanged views on key priorities for...
by Tim2 viewsnewseurope - news
New e-learning platform for brewers launched
A new e-learning platform that is designed to give brewers and QC professionals access to brewing sensory and microbiology training has been launched. Nexus from Cara Technology, the provider of sensory training, proficiency testing, and technical support, “translates thirty years of hands-on work with the world’s brewers into structured, self-paced online courses,” the company said....
by Tim2 viewsnewseuropeuk - news
Affordable Wines Worth Seeking are w/o Wines from Sicily via Laithwaites
Direct from Sicily (and with a little help from Laithwaites Wines) are w/o wines. Third generation winemaker Dino Taschetta has crafted three wines sent as samples and reviewed below with the mantra of “wine without compromise.” And what does this mean? Those at w/o wines encourage wine lovers to enjoy sips that offer the essence […] READ MORE The post Affordable Wines Worth Seeking are w/o Wines from Sicily via Laithwaites appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning8 viewseuropered-wineregional-winesrosewhite-winewine-reviews - news
Ohmygod–Part 5 Call The Cops!
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist4 viewstravelbicyclebikebike-trips-in-francebikingcycling - news
Ohmygod–Part 4 I’ve Been Robbed!
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist3 viewstravelbicyclebikebike-trips-in-francebikingcycling - news
Ohmygod–Part 3 The Train to Blois
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist3 viewstravelbicyclebikebike-trips-in-francebikingcycling - news
How Wine, Truffles and Honey Could Help Europe Fight Wildfires
Countries are learning that the finer things in life sometimes have a serendipitous side benefit.
by Jeanna Smialek3 viewswildfireswinesfires-and-firefighterseuropean-unioncatalonia-spaineurope - news
Muros de Melgaco Alvarinho 2024 Review – Growing Intensity
During our many travels in Portugal, we have fallen in love with numerous local grapes. So much so that Portugal is quickly becoming one of our favorite wine producing countries out there. As such, we naturally had to try some higher end Alvarinho when we were in the country, and picked up a bottle of ... Read more
by Jeremy4 viewswine-reviews3alvarinhoeuropeportugalwhite - news
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2016: A Horizontal Tasting Showcasing True Tuscan Excellence
I have been to my fair share of wine trade events in the past few years and most of them have followed the same format. However, I did not expect what was in store for me when I attended the Chianti Classico Grand Tasting event at Ai Fiori in New York City, a few weeks […] READ MORE The post Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2016: A Horizontal Tasting Showcasing True Tuscan Excellence appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Ipshita Ray5 viewseuropeevents-and-travelred-wineregional-wineswine-eventswine-reviews - news
Ohmygod–Part 2 Karma is a Bit…
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist5 viewstravelbike-trips-in-francebikingcyclingeiffel-towereurope - news
Nobilis No. 42 Diamond 2014 8YO DHE/PM (Oloroso Cask) Guyana Rum – Review
The Danes love their rum. Like, I mean, really love it. For a country as small as they are (just under six million), they drink more than any of the other Scandinavian countries. AH Riise, Skotlander and Hansen are major rum brands, there are an even dozen or small and mid-sized distilleries making rum scattered [Click here for the full review...]
by Ruminsky3 viewsaged-rums-06-10-yoblended-rumseuropeguyanaindependent-bottlersnobilis - news
This Life Wines from Maison Wessman and Norah Jones are “A Melody in Every Glass”
How many times have we listened to music with a glass of wine in hand? Too many times to remember, for me! Now we have another reason to turn up the volume and pour the wine. Robert Wessman, owner of Maison Wessman, and Norah Jones, 10 time Grammy award winning musician, have successfully blended the […] READ MORE The post This Life Wines from Maison Wessman and Norah Jones are “A Melody in Every Glass” appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning6 viewseuropeevents-and-travelregional-winesrosesparklingwine-reviews - news
Pomerol to Saint-Émilion … by Bike?
Since I started writing about wine, close to fifteen years ago now, one facet has remained constant: I write what I want to write. While that might not seem all that earth-shattering to most people, the thought of being told … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist4 viewswineeuropefrancetravelwriting - news
Ohmygod–Part 1 On the Plane?
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist5 viewstravelbike-trips-in-franceeiffel-towereuropefranceloire-valley - news
Poire Belle-Hélène and WO Frappato 2025 Make Dessert an Elegant Affair
Almost two weeks ago, I was in Paris along with seven incredible ladies who love the City of Light as much as I do. One of our many experiences was an all day cooking class at Le Foodist where we stretched the limits of our culinary skill set to create a dejeuner to remember. After […] READ MORE The post Poire Belle-Hélène and WO Frappato 2025 Make Dessert an Elegant Affair appeared first on Grape Experiences .
by Cindy Rynning6 viewsdessertseuropeevents-and-travelrecipesred-wineregional-wines