Alcohol

New Israeli craft beers tell stories of war, recovery, and creativity

From light lagers to imperial stouts, Israel’s new craft beers offer unique flavors and stories in every sip.

The brewer of four Shomron beers says that brewing is what cured him from post-trauma after many years of active combat duty.
 A woman suffering from alcohol consumption; illustrative.

Trump admin. advises Americans to consume alcohol in moderation in order to be healthier

Chateau Montalbert.

Wine Talk: Experiencing la dolce vita

A BOTTLE of vodka, found in the glove compartment of a speech therapist by police in Tel Aviv, December 29, 2025.

Speech therapist with bottle of vodka in glove compartment arrested for DUI


Wine Talk: Red passion

The Campari recipe is strictly secret, so much so that we have no real idea of the ingredients. There is always speculation, but much of it is fake news.

MINI BOTTLE of Camparisoda: Founded in 1932 and still going strong

The single malt that doesn’t try to impress – but always excites

Some single malts speak of strength, others of smokiness – but this one tells of soft waters, tall stills, and a magical garden that has bloomed since 1840.

The Glen Grant distillery

When tradition meets innovation: The forces driving the world’s most awarded cognac brand

A journey between ancient wooden cellars and designed bottles: Courvoisier is much more than a drink – it is a language of elegance, tradition, and 200 years of French precision.

Like good French food, real cognac is not meant to astonish in a moment – but to accompany a process

Wine Talk: Dark and lively Guinness

Just as it was thought that bitters and stouts were in terminal decline, Guinness has, within a few years, pirouetted, been rejuvenated, and suddenly become the chosen beer of a young generation.

THE ICONIC Guinness Gates of Rainsford Street in Dublin

Police use underage operative to expose Eilat businesses for selling alcohol to minors

According to the statement, four businesses sold alcohol to a minor who was working with the Southern District Police in Eilat under their Youth Division.

 The Israeli police pointing towards the inside of a car.

Kuwait arrests 67 after illegally-produced alcohol kills 23

Kuwait bans the import or domestic production of alcoholic beverages, but some are manufactured illegally in secret locations that lack safety standards, exposing consumers to the risk of poisoning.

(Illustrative) A police officer stands guard at the entrance of Bahrain Sunni Grand Mosque where joint Sunni and Shi'ites Friday prayers were held to show solidarity and co-existence between the two sects of Islam, in Juffair east of Manama, Bahrain, July 10, 2015.

Wine Talk: Back to black

The Johnnie Walker Black Label is a quality aged blend of grain and malt whiskies.

THE CORE list of Johnnie Walker whiskies covering every price point and style.

Tainted alcohol leaves 13 Asians dead, 21 blinded in Kuwait, health ministry says

The ministry said in a statement that all those affected were of Asian nationalities, adding that 51 required urgent kidney dialysis and 31 needed mechanical ventilation.

A man walks along the pavement next to a large banner depicting the flag of Kuwait as part of preparations ahead of the 25th Arabian Gulf Cup football championship in Iraq's southern city of Basra on December 29, 2022

Fireworks and distilleries, Bubbles and foam celebrations

From France, from Italy, and from across Israel: A joyful, intoxicating summer party.

Yealands Winery, the Scottish

Bringing Israeli craft beer and micro-breweries to the wider public

Shuk HaBira event at the Jaffa Port brought together 15 micro- and home-brewers, attracting thousands of Israeli beer lovers.

HAPOEL BEER, brewed by Ben Rabayov, comes in two styles of lagers: Dark and Light.