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Bottoms up! British wine enjoys exports boom as vineyards expand

More vineyards and big money investors herald a golden age for the British wine industry as it gears up to take on Europe’s elite.

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Alcohol tied to cancer and cardiovascular deaths in old age - study

Older adults with health issues who drink at low risk levels are more likely to die of cancer when compared with people who drink only occasionally, according to a new study.

Business

Portugal seeks to fine companies using national flag to sell alcohol

A probe that coincided with the last stage of the Euros football championship finds that firms were infringing the advertising code.

Business

Alcohol and tobacco in Europe: How much are you being charged?

Price levels vary significantly in the EU, with the highest prices being 2.4 times the lowest. Variations differ with factors such as tax and labour costs playing a role.

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Prost! Munich gets its first booze-free beer garden

Alcohol is slipping in popularity in Germany and new businesses are seeking to cash in.

Food and Drink

Five delicious agave cocktail recipes to make at home

Inspired by the growing trend of agave-based cocktails, five expert London bartenders share their recipes for classic drinks with an agave twist.

Health news

Alcohol caused 2.6 million deaths in 2019, WHO report says

There were 2.6 million alcohol-related deaths across the globe in 2019, and Europe had the highest death rate, according to a new report.

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Justin Timberlake arrested and accused of drunk driving

Singer Justin Timberlake was arrested early Tuesday and is accused of driving while intoxicated on New York’s Long Island, authorities said.

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Why drinking before sleep on a flight could be bad for your heart

A new study found that alcohol consumption and inflight cabin pressure could influence the heart health of sleeping passengers.

Culture news

Service fault for French Open as it bans alcohol?

The French Open has stopped fans drinking alcohol in the stands in a bid to clamp down on unruly behaviour at Roland Garros. Is it the right move?

Travel News

Spain’s Balearic Islands bring in new overnight alcohol ban

Holidaymakers also face fines of up to €1,500 for drinking in the streets.

Health news

Alcohol, e-cigarette use by teens in Europe is ‘public health threat’

Experts warned that the widespread use of harmful substances among teenagers in Europe was a serious public health threat.

Food and Drink

‘Functional’ non-alcoholic drinks: A new booze-free frontier?

As the low- and no-alcohol sector gains ground, companies are mixing drinks that are meant to be the anti-alcohol. Instead of making you feel worse, creators say they’re good for your health.

Travel News

'Amsterdam Rules': Pre-trip quiz aims to deter unwanted tourism

Amsterdam is softening its ‘stay away’ messaging - but it still wants to deter rowdy visitors.

Business

Baltika takes Carlsberg to court in long-running Russia row

The fallout began last July after President Putin ordered the "temporary" takeover of Carlsberg which then ended its licensing agreement with Baltika.

Culture news

Killer bunnies & Espresso Martinis: A culture guide for Easter Monday

Looking for inspiration on your Easter Monday? Look no further. Euronews Culture has selected the ideal book, series, film and two recipes to make sure your bank holiday is brimming with cultural goodness.

Health news

European women unaware of alcohol’s link to breast cancer, WHO says

Drinking alcohol, even in small amounts, raises the risk of breast cancer, the most common cancer among European women.

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The crooked tale of Britain's 'wonkiest' watering hole

An 18th century British pub will be returned to its former leaning legacy following a fire and its subsequent demolition last year.

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Completely carparked: Brits have 546 words for getting drunk

In the English language it seems almost any word can be used to describe having one too many alcoholic drinks. There's a simple rule to remember when sober, just '-ed' according to researchers.

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Julien De Beaumarchais De Rothschild on putting art on wine labels

Since 1945, the Château Mouton Rothschild wine estate has commissioned an artist ever year to design the label for each new vintage. Euronews Culture spoke with Julien De Beaumarchais De Rothschild to discuss his family's long-standing tradition.