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Time to break away from the Gin and Tonic, the Negroni and the Aperol Spritz to steer our conversation towards a cocktail that often humbly sits on the side-lines of our drink dictionaries – the Bicic...

The Negroni — as Italian as a summer's day in Florence and as reliable as an old friend. It's the time-tested trinity of gin, vermouth, and Campari that dances on your taste buds, eac...

In the world of cocktails, Italy's contributions shine as bright as the Tuscan sun. And with their aperitivo tradition, Italians have perfected the art of tippling before dining. Here, we venture i...

Get ready to wave hello to a taste of the Mediterranean as we dive headfirst into our "Dolce Vita" inspired summer.This upcoming theme, presented through blogs, banners and a vast array of content on...

You have some very Old Vines in the Barossa, like others in your region, but how does this influence your wines styles? Where do you fit into the Barossa story?Bernie: Well, this is a big story, so...

Thelema sits in jaw-droppingly beautiful scenery, but what makes your location so special for wine production?There is something very special about our site. We have very healthy, deposit-rich gra...

We all know the Mojito. This classic Cuban cocktail is a blend of tangy, sweet and refreshing flavours that will transport you straight to the balmy beaches of the Caribbean.But what makes the Mojito...

We continue our dive into the vibrant world of Latin American libations, this time spotlighting a drink that's as rich in history as it is in flavour: the Pisco Sour.This frothy, citrusy, and deceptiv...

Have you ever found yourself longing for a refreshing cocktail that isn't a margarita but still screams Mexico? Look no further than the Paloma, a classic Mexican drink that blends the tangy flav...

Picture this: A sun-soaked beach, a rhythmic samba tune drifting on the breeze, and a refreshing drink in hand, bursting with the vibrant flavours of Brazil. Forget the Girl from Ipanema, enter the...

Great Wine Co. spoke with Pete Bentley, of Pike’s to get his spin (if you’ll pardon the pun) on The Ashes, cricket, and Aussie wine.  So Pete, you are not just Pike’s sales guru and bra...

Biodynamic growing is at the heart of Gramona’s philosophy vineyards, and the Gramona team - headed by Jaume Gramona, a fifth-generation scion of the Gramona family - seek to promote the...