James Atkinson
Freelance Contributor
James Atkinson is a columnist.
The world’s ‘worst tasting beer’ makes a comeback (and here’s where to find it)
With smoky bacon and wet campfire aromas, rauchbier is an acquired taste to say the least.
- by James Atkinson
Whisky business: The rise of Aussie whisky (plus five of the best to buy)
Sales of Australian whisky are stronger than ever before, but it’s hard to find a bottle for under $100 as the micro-distillers compete with the mega league.
- by James Atkinson
Victorian winery awarded first place in Australia’s 52 Top Wineries list
With a retail price of $275, a 99-point wine has helped propel the Victorian winery to the summit of this year’s 52 Top Wineries list.
- by James Atkinson
Luxury
Coronavirus pandemic
How hand sanitiser became the biggest craft distillery trend of 2020
Hot on the heels of pink gin and single malt whisky comes craft sanitiser, the distilling trend of 2020.
- by James Atkinson
Smart Sipping
Wine & spirits
Six books to turn you into a complete drinks expert while isolating
The canon of drinks literature continues to expand at a time when we need it most.
- by James Atkinson
Fine Drinks
Wine & spirits
Archie Rose takes out top spot at prestigious World Whisky Awards
Whisky fans across the globe will soon be a whole lot more familiar with the name Archie Rose.
- by James Atkinson
Fine Dining
Food & drink
The best way to enjoy that business lunch while working from home
Restaurants get creative as workers start their new normal in the home office.
- by James Atkinson
Smart Sipping
Wine & spirits
Quarantinis: 10 of the best home delivery alcohol services
While bars suffer, home delivery booze has become a surprise hit during covid-19 lockdown.
- by James Atkinson
Smart Sipping
Beer
The delicious reason why your beers have turned cloudy
Leave the clarity to diamonds, beers are looking for hazy finishes to get the most flavour.
- by James Atkinson
Smart Sipping
Wine
Acid and taint: The natural wine movement has some hidden flaws
Experimentation in wine has had some missteps but there are good vintages to be found.
- by James Atkinson