Study: Novice Wine Drinkers Are Overconfident
New research reveals amateur wine reviewers often have misplaced confidence. Discover the 'U-shaped' journey from novice to expert and learn how to taste wine properly.
New research reveals amateur wine reviewers often have misplaced confidence. Discover the 'U-shaped' journey from novice to expert and learn how to taste wine properly.
Discover the top-rated tequila and mezcal brands available in the UK, as tested by experts. Find your perfect agave spirit for sipping or cocktails. Explore the results now.
Beer historian reveals Guinness's dark beer style originated in 18th century London. As a new Covent Garden brewery opens, discover the English origins of Ireland's most famous export.
An exclusive Alaskan stout, costing £25 for a third of a pint, has arrived at a Warwickshire tasting room. Discover the story behind Britain's most expensive brew.
Aldi claims its new Mulligan's stout is 'so much better than Guinness'. Our taste test compares price, pour, and flavour to find the winner. Read the full verdict.
Gen Z's viral love for Guinness has driven up prices and created shortages, sparking a stout war with Murphy's. Discover how the cost-of-drinking crisis affects Britain's pubs.
Original Harry Potter star Rupert Grint sends a heartfelt message to the new Ron Weasley, Alastair Stout, ahead of the HBO TV series. Discover his thoughts on the legacy and his stance on JK Rowling.
Harry Potter star Rupert Grint reveals he loves being associated with Ron Weasley decades later and shares thoughts on the new HBO series. Discover his heartfelt perspective.
A new lower-alcohol Guinness blend mixing stout with alcohol-free version causes uproar. Discover why some call it 'illegal' while others praise the innovation.
A Dublin pub's innovative '60/40' Guinness, blending alcoholic and non-alcoholic stout, has ignited a fiery debate. Discover the mixed reactions and the booming low-alcohol beer trend.
A new lower-alcohol Guinness blend, the 60/40 pint, is causing a stir in UK pubs. Discover the facts and the fierce debate it has ignited among stout lovers.
A new lower-alcohol Guinness blend, the 60/40 pint, is causing a stir. Discover why some are calling it sacrilege while others praise the innovation. Read more.
Tickets are on sale for the new Guinness Open Gate Brewery in London's Covent Garden. Experience tours, tastings, and restaurants from December. Book now!
Discover which supermarket wines are worth your money as Independent's experts taste-test hundreds of bottles to bring you the definitive guide to affordable excellence.
Lidl brings a taste of the USA to British shelves with classic American snacks. We taste-tested everything from Twinkies to Pop-Tarts to reveal which imports are worth your money.
Our food critic puts Costa Coffee's entire Christmas range to the ultimate test - discover which festive treats deliver holiday magic and which fall flat.
Diageo launches Guinness at Old Brewer's Yard, a revolutionary brewing hub and visitor experience in central London featuring exclusive beers and immersive tours.
Discover the ultimate Guinness experience in London's Covent Garden - a multi-storey temple to Ireland's famous stout featuring immersive bars, tasting rooms, and exclusive merchandise.
Exclusive insight reveals how restaurant serving techniques, from precise pouring heights to elegant glassware, transform your wine experience. Discover the theatre behind your favourite vintage.
Exclusive: Wine authority Matthew Jukes reveals why your choice of glassware could be destroying the flavour of expensive red wines and shares his simple solution for the perfect pour.
Escape to Italy's stunning Lake Garda region and uncover the secrets of Lugana wine, where vineyards meet crystal-clear waters for the ultimate Italian wine holiday experience.
Discover the best affordable whisky bottles from UK supermarkets according to spirits experts. These budget-friendly options compete with premium brands in taste tests.
In a dramatic festive blind tasting, struggling supermarket Morrisons emerges as dark horse contender, securing second place overall and beating premium rivals with award-winning mince pies.
Discover the affordable luxury butter that's beating global competitors and earning rave reviews from chefs and food critics alike.
We put Marks & Spencer's much-anticipated Christmas menu to the ultimate taste test. Discover which show-stopping centrepieces and decadent desserts delivered festive magic.
Discover which vodkas impressed experts in rigorous UK testing and which premium brands failed to make the grade in our comprehensive taste test.
Argentina's wine scene offers far more than just Malbec. Explore the exciting alternatives from Bonarda to Torrontés that are redefining South American viticulture and deserve a place in your wine rack.
In a stunning upset that's shaking the wine world, Western Australia's Margaret River region has dethroned traditional favourites to produce the country's best Shiraz, according to prestigious international judging.
Discover expert tips for identifying gold medal-winning wines in UK supermarkets, from reading labels to understanding quality markers that guarantee exceptional value.
Discover which UK supermarkets are pouring perfection with our expert taste test of red, white, rosé and sparkling wines that won't break the bank.