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Easy on the alcohol

Easy on the alcohol

Lower alcohol wines

The alcohol content in wine is rising, which isn't appreciated by those of us who like a tipple but don't want to be hallucinating after one glass. Wine editor, Susy Atkins, finds the best wines under 13%.

Watch your intake

Watch your intake

Keep track of your drinking

Concerned you may be overdoing the alcohol but not quite sure how much you’re drinking? Mum of two Sarah Sanders has devised a clever solution in Glugstop...

Healthy options

Healthy options

Juices and smoothies

These refreshing drink recipes are bound to put a spring in your step... and there's not a drop of alcohol in sight.

Warm those cockles

Warm those cockles

Hot shots

Nothing warms and lifts your spirits like a hot toddy. Just take hot water, spice, something sweet and a splash of something medicinal, says Susy Atkins.

Detoxing?

Detoxing?

Off the booze?

On a detox? That means no wine with dinner, no beer down the pub, and no spirits on pain of death. These non-alcoholic juices, smoothies, and chocolate recipes should take your mind off the demon drink. Here are some delightful drinks for you to sup and savour, without feeling deprived.

Entertaining?

Entertaining?

Canapés and cocktails

Our nifty nibbles and classy cocktails will get your party started in no time. Whether you're handing out Mini Yorkshires or giving your guests a Hot Caribbean kiss, everyone will feel thoroughly indulged by this decadent spread.

Cocktails

Cocktails

How to be a cooler shaker

Got a crowd coming? Need some advice on how to prepare all your drinks for the rabble? Our top tips will light your way...

Vegan wine

Vegan wine

Vegan wine

Winemakers can use egg white, isinglass (fish collagen) and even animal blood to clarify their wine. If you wish to avoid these, read on...

Wine trips

Wine trips

The best European wine destinations

Sun, scenery and wonderful vintages await at Susy Atkins’ top three.

  1. Top 10 Grape Getaways

All hail ale

All hail ale

Craft brewers unite

With 40 UK pubs closing a week, the future of British beer looks bleak. But Christina Quaine discovers an army of craft brewers determined to reaffirm Britain's place as a real-ale-loving nation.

Soft drinks

Soft drinks

Soft drinks

There’s an awful lot of sugary, brightly coloured and caffeinated fizz to wade through on the soft-drink shelves. Thank goodness for these appealing non-alcoholic cordials, juices and herbal teas – a treat for anyone avoiding the demon drink.
 

Alternatives

Alternatives

Alternatives to wine

Wine tends to steal the limelight when it comes to food-and-drink matching, says delicious. magazine's wine editor, Susy Atkins, but there are alternatives.

Rum

That’s the spirit: Caribbean rum

This summer, forget plain white rum – trade up to the more complex golden and dark rums.

  1. All About Rum

Tequila

That’s the spirit: Tequila

I'm not sure about you, dear readers, but while gin makes me cry, and vodka makes me crazy, tequila is the perfect antidote for a broken heart or a dull party. Well, that's the web editor's opinion. What say drinks expert Susy Atkins'?

Whisky

All about whisky

Choosing a whisky can be daunting, so delicious. sent Craig Butcher to a masterclass with Glynn O’Shea at The Albannach. Our roving reporter was happy to participate.

Vodka

That’s the spirit: premium vodka

We give you a quick fix of vodka tips, plus some sexy recipes to get the party started.

  1. All About Vodka

Gin

That’s the spirit: premium gin

We love it. And so does our drinks expert Susy Atkins. Here are some tips.

Martini

All About Martini

James Bond liked his shaken not stirred but how do Italians enjoy the classic aperitif that originated from their country? Craig Butcher sought out celebrated mixologist Salvatore Calabrese, Italian chef Gennaro Contaldo, and Martini maker Beppe Musso at the Martini Stay Beautiful Lounge to find out.

Cognac

All about cognac

Christmas may be the time to set fire to brandy over the pud, but as cognac brand ambassador Alexandre Quintin explained to Craig Butcher, he’d much prefer we drank the stuff instead.

Wine with fish

Wine matches for fish and seafood

Get it right and you've got yourself the perfect partnership.

Wines with lamb

Wines to match roast lamb

delicious. magazine's wine editor, Susy Atkins, loves finding a good bottle to go with lamb because it's an excuse to open a powerful red, as lamb is a strongly flavoured, fatty meat and works best with a hearty, robust style of wine...

Wine with chocolate

Wines to go with chocolate

It’s not especially easy to match wine with chocolate, but you can certainly have fun working out the best matches for your sweet treats, says delicious. wine editor Susy Atkins.

 

Food and wine matching

Wines for roasts

What you need with succulent, well-basted meat, cooked slowly and served to a throng of family and friends is a great bottle of wine (or two) to go with it.

Wine & food

Wines to go with pasta

Italians would rarely contemplate a plate of pasta without a glass of wine. So which bottles should you have at the ready? Here are some of the best duets, says Susy Atkins.

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