Alcohol

What's brewing in Israel's craft beer scene this summer?

From a World Cup lager to a bitter Jaffa orange ale, five Israeli craft beers are tested to find which brews truly deserve a place in your summer cooler.

FIVE DIFFERENT CANS for BeerBazaar American Lager depict iconic soccer players from past Mondials.
British gin brands featured at the “Distilling Excellence: UK Gin Showcase” in Tel Aviv on July 13, 2026.

British Embassy showcases UK gin as exports to Israel approach £4m.

Aftermath of a deadly fire at a pub in Bangkok.

Death toll in Bangkok pub fire rises to 32 with dozens still in hospital, officials say

Yinon Tamir and Tal Cymbalista in Verstill's facility in northern Israel

Near Lebanese border, Israeli tech reshapes how premium spirits are made


Party animal: Drunk raccoon behind viral liquor store break-in honored with cocktail namesake

The drunken shenanigans of the raccoon have also inspired a fundraising campaign for the Hanover County Animal Protection and Shelter.

A very drunk raccoon passed out on the bathroom floor of a liquor store after an early morning break in.

Suspected methanol contamination prompts Israel's travel advisory for Brazil

Israel urges citizens in Brazil to drink only sealed wine or beer after reports of toxic methanol in some alcohol under investigation.

A bottle of Methanol, a hazardous substance; illustrative.

Tel Aviv’s celebrated Irish hub Molly Bloom’s hits 25 years

Three days of supping, music, and fun and games await the Molly Bloom’s crowd.

MOLLY BLOOM’S – a Tel Aviv tradition

Wine Talk: Wine, culture, and Porto

Taylor’s Port has lasted for 333 years in Portugal, remained independent, and is still family owned. Now the owners have to decide how to navigate the future, and it is not simple.

ICONIC VIEWS from the World of Wine (WOW) cultural district, sitting among the ancient Port Lodges of Vila Nova de Gaia.

When tradition meets innovation: The forces driving the world’s most decorated cognac brand

A journey between ancient wooden cellars and elegantly designed bottles: Courvoisier is much more than a drink – it is a language of elegance, tradition, and 200 years of French precision.

Like good French cuisine, real cognac is not meant to dazzle in a moment – but to accompany a process

Wine Talk: Port royalty

The Fladgate Partnership, such a symbol of stability over centuries, has now made breathtaking initiatives to shake up the staid atmosphere of Port.

TAYLOR’S PORT has some of the finest quality, most beautiful vineyards in the Douro Valley.

Whisky Live 2025: showcasing the best of Israeli spirit

The lively event celebrated whiskies from around the world with workshops and taste testing, set in a hall that also allowed participants to lounge and savor their glass or dine on barbecued meats.

LOCH LOMOND’S distillery at the Whisky expo.

Wine Talk: I am in heaven

I heartily recommend a visit to this little haven of heaven on Earth. All the wonders of the Douro shine at this well-run estate.

SPACE-AGE winery with a wooden roof.

Wine Talk: Red passion

The Campari recipe is strictly secret, so much so that we have no real idea of the ingredients. There is always speculation, but much of it is fake news.

MINI BOTTLE of Camparisoda: Founded in 1932 and still going strong

The single malt that doesn’t try to impress – but always excites

Some single malts speak of strength, others of smokiness – but this one tells of soft waters, tall stills, and a magical garden that has bloomed since 1840.

The Glen Grant distillery