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Don't let the wrong wine ruin your veganuary

Don t let the wrong wine ruin your veganuary
Helen Mcginn For The Daily Mail
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Once considered a mere fad by many, the rise of the Veganuary movement has seen more than half a million people pledge to stick to a plant-based diet this month. That’s double last year. But what many vegans, however temporary, might not realise is that wine isn’t always vegan-friendly. I know, it’s enough to make you choke on your chablis!
But what exactly is in wine to make it unsuitable for vegans? After all, wine is mostly squashed grapes. It all comes down to how it’s made. When winemakers remove the sediment, such as grape skins or pulp, from the wine, in a process known as ‘fining’, they use a ‘fining agent’. ....

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New Christmas spirits are inspired by your favourite festive treats

New Christmas spirits are inspired by your favourite festive treats
Helen Mcginn For The Daily Mail
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With a very different festive season upon us this year, there’s still one thing guaranteed to lift our spirits.
And that’s actual spirits, with more whiskies, gins, vodkas and liqueurs infused with all sorts of Christmassy flavours hitting the shelves than ever before.
From Christmas pudding vodka to bespoke festive malts, there’s a host of drinks to help Santa (and his helpers) feel a little merrier.
Some are made to sip on their own, others are best used in cocktails but are any of them any good? Our drinks expert Helen McGinn puts a selection to the test . . . ....

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