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The Coral Room review: A touch of the Twenties in the heart of Bloomsbury

The recently-refurbished bar at The Bloomsbury has added a touch of glamour to an area once full of chains and tourist traps. Rosie Paterson paid a visit.

Curious Questions: How do the genuine experts go about tasting whisky?

Developing a true appreciation of whisky is both a serious art and a delightful science – but how do the experts go about it? We spoke to Charles MacLean, the world's foremost whisky expert, to get his tips.

Carla Carlisle: The end of the world may be nigh, but it won't be permanent. Now pass the wine.

Our columnist takes aim at everything from Remainers and Leavers to Donald Trump and the weather – and ends up remembering that the world has ground to a halt many times before, only to keep on going.

Best Claret under £20: Six fine wines from Bordeaux that won't break le banque

Bordeaux from the world's most famous wine makers can cost a fortune, but you can buy magnificent wine at a fraction of the price from lesser-known neighbouring vineyards. Harry Eyres picks out six favourites under £20.

The Maltster: How an art that's thousands of years old is once again gaining recognition

There are only a handful of people left in Britain who still extract malt from Barley using the 'floor-made' method – and today, people are beginning to value their efforts more than ever. Tessa Waugh explains.

Why Châteauneuf-du-Pape's latest vintage is 'a great year' – and four sublime wines to buy

Châteauneuf-du-Pape is one of the most famous of French wines – yet also the most misunderstood. Harry Eyres explains more – and celebrates its latest superb vintage.

Living with plastic | Part 6: Keeping a balanced diet of cheese, vegetables... and tequila

Every year, Country Life's Rosie Paterson gives up something for Lent – this year, it's plastics. Over a month in and she discovers that even alcohol can cause plastic-related grief.

The new whisky distillery in one of North Wales's most beautiful spots

What better day than St David's Day to take a look at Wales's newest whisky distillery – the first in the north of the country for a century.

Pol Roger unearth ancient bottles of champagne during building excavation

Champagne house Pol Roger have unearthed an extraordinary treasure while laying the foundations for a new building: 20 bottles of their finest bubbly dating back to the 19th century. Laura Seal of Decanter reports.

Best bottles of whisky for any budget to bring in the New Year in style

How to drink your way through Christmas lunch

Our expert Harry Eyres picks out wines perfectly-matched for a traditional Christmas Day feast.

Seven stupendous wine cellars which go light years beyond dusty old storage

Wine cellars were once forgotten, cobweb-ridden holes. Now they're becoming a real feature of many modern homes, as Amelia Thorpe explains.

Five things you probably never knew about gin, in honour of 'International Gin and Tonic Day'

Yes, it's one of those silly theme days again. But who's going to complain when it gives us all a chance to talk about gin?

Differentiating between Gin cocktails

Mrs Danvers tackles housekeeping questions

Wine and superyachts: When two rather lovely worlds collide

The best gins to drink this summer, as chosen by Country Life

Country Life's gin awards last year named the greatest gins available in Britain right now. So if you're looking to stock up, here's our pick of the best.

Armagnac: The beautiful, high-class brandy steeped in history and tradition

Nina Campbell: How we designed Annabel's, the club where everyone looks good

UK Wine Awards: All the winners, and how Coates & Seely took top prize

Time to charge your glasses – the results are in for the inaugural UK Wine Awards, in association with Country Life.