Believe it or not, good wine is being made in Yorkshire in the North of England and the Negev Desert is becoming a wine growing region of great interest.
Super premium Italian brandy, mezcals via Marylebone, sparkling oolong tea, and a whisky that tastes of jam on toast are just some of the most eye-catching drinks launches to be on top of this December.
Wine expert Matthew Jukes says wine is at the top of his to-do list as he gets organised for Christmas. Here, he reveals a selection of the best whites and sparklers available in the UK.