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The Best Bourbon to Give as a Gift in the UK

October 27, 2026

How to choose bourbon as a gift: what the rules mean, wheated versus high-rye styles, and respected bottles from easy-drinking to collectible single barrels.

Drinks Gifts for the Person Who Has Everything

October 26, 2026

Rarity, story and experience beat price. Limited releases, unusual spirits, large formats and pairings for the person who already owns the obvious bottles.

Is Expensive Champagne Actually Better? What You're Paying For

October 25, 2026

Up to a point, yes: better grapes, longer ageing and more reserve wine. Beyond that you pay for rarity, brand and occasion. An honest guide to champagne prices.

How Do You Pay for Alcohol Delivery in London?

October 24, 2026

Every order is paid online at checkout by card or PayPal, with no cash on delivery. Why, how gift orders are paid by the sender, and what happens at the door.

Champagne and flutes ready for a large party in London

How Much Alcohol Do You Need for a Party of 100?

October 23, 2026

A four-hour party of 100 needs about 500 drinks: around 17 bottles of fizz, 25 of wine, 125 beers and 6 bottles of spirits. Table, ice, mixers and timing.

Tequila bottles for delivery across London

Additive-Free Tequila: What It Means and Which Brands Qualify

October 22, 2026

Mexican rules let tequila contain up to 1% undeclared additives: caramel, glycerin, oak extract and syrup. Why they are used and how to spot bottles without.

Bottle of champagne for storing at home in London

Should Champagne Be Stored Upright or on Its Side?

October 21, 2026

Upright is fine for weeks or months; lying down is the safer habit for years of storage. Why, and the temperature, light and calm that matter more than angle.

Bottle of single malt whisky, opened spirits shelf life guide

How Long Do Opened Spirits Last?

October 20, 2026

Sealed spirits keep indefinitely. Once opened, expect one to two years before flavour fades, sooner as the bottle empties. Why air matters and how to slow it.

Corporate drinks gift boxes on a London office desk

What Alcohol Should You Give Your Boss?

October 19, 2026

Recognisable champagne or a respected single malt is the safe bet. How to judge the relationship, what to avoid, budget etiquette and how to present it.

Gin bottle for party gin and tonics, London drinks delivery

How Many Mixers Do You Need Per Person at a Party?

October 18, 2026

Allow about three mixers per spirit drinker for a four-hour party and 1kg of ice per guest. Ratios for G&Ts and highballs, quantity tables and a checklist.

Bottle of Belvedere premium vodka for London delivery

Belvedere vs Grey Goose: Which Premium Vodka Is Worth It?

October 17, 2026

Belvedere is Polish rye vodka with spice and body; Grey Goose is French wheat vodka, softer and rounder. How they differ and which suits Martinis or mixing.

Luxury drinks gift hamper delivered to the doorstep of a London townhouse

Can You Send Alcohol as a Gift to Someone Else's Address in the UK?

October 16, 2026

Yes. Put the recipient's address at checkout and add a gift note. What the 18+ check means for whoever answers the door, and London vs next-day UK delivery.

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