We were invited to take ‘A tour through Italy’s vineyards’, not literally you understand, this all took place in two adjoining rooms of Brown’s Hotel in Mayfair, a stone’s throw from London’s Green Park. Who could resist the opportunity to taste some of the Italy’s fine regional wines at a sophisticated location? Perhaps though, quaffing lovely beverages in the Italian sunshine would have been somewhat more of an attractive proposition.

2009 marks the 100th anniversary of two of the UK’s most iconic brands, Johnnie Walker Black Label and Selfridges and to celebrate this centenary year, Johnnie Walker has produced a limited edition bottle of its flagship Black Label, exclusively for Selfridges.

2009 is set to be the ‘Year of the Pear’, following the launch of a new cider. Magners Pear is the great tasting new Pear cider from Magners, Great Britain’s favourite premium cider.

Make the most out of Whisky Month this May at Albannach, London’s Scottish bar and restaurant, situated in the heart of London’s Trafalgar Square. Offering one of the most extensive whisky menus in the capital, expert masterclasses, brand new cocktails, a creative dining menu and a bottle of Laphroaig 27-year-old, unavailable at any other bar in the UK, Albannach is the only place to be for this inaugural event.

Is head brewer Stuart Howe’s bark worse than his bite? And why is he Rick Stein’s favourite brewer? Find out the answers to these questions and more when Stuart comes to town with a selection of his favourite beers from the Cornish coast.

Mindblowingly blissful savoury sorbet made with Cirio Chopped Tomatoes, a suspicion of orange zest, and a dash of Tabasco for a blush of heat. Needless to say, a splash of vodka makes this even more appealing

Ian Macleod Distillers is launching a new super premium 18 Years Old whisky SMOKEHEAD EXTRA BLACK to the UK domestic market. The new Islay Single Malt will offer discerning and adventurous drinkers a high quality whisky with a contemporary edge. From its intense, smoky and boisterous flavour to its matt black and silver bottle, this limited edition whisky is one-of-a-kind.

Ketel One is a velvety smooth, ultra-premium vodka and is perfect for turning classic cocktail recipes into modern masterpieces. Taking inspiration from the summer’s sun, this exquisite cocktail delicately balances the sharpness of fresh lime with the warming flavours of ginger.

Entertaining friends outdoors is one of the joys of the Great British summer, so whatever the occasion make the most of it by serving a quintessentially English glass of Cockburn’s port. With a style to complement every form of get-together, Cockburn’s is sure to get your summer off to the perfect start.

To kick start the summer, the makers of Tanqueray® gin have teamed up with some of the country’s leading style bars to produce a range of refreshing summer cocktails. With the intense flavour of Tanqueray®, each cocktail is easy to make at home and will be available throughout the summer months.