Drink

'The drunk hypothesis': How alcohol shaped the development of complex political systems

Alcohol-fueled feasting was used by elites to mobilize labor and build alliances, study finds.

 Chinese liquor in ancient jars. Image: samran viriyavijai.
 The Macallan Distillery in the Highlands of Scotland.

Wine Talk: The essence of Scotland

 Malabi-flavored ice cream, McDonald's

Everything fresh and tasty on the shelves

 A woman drinking cold tea

Cold works too: 2 cups of this drink reduce the risk of stroke


Post-war drink: The local alcohol that's bringing us back to life

Talia Levin dives back into routine with bold picks: Arak from organic dates, a strong Galilean vermouth, and a beach-ready canned cocktail—all made in Israel.

 Awaiting on the shelf

The Health-Conscious Are Leaning Towards These 5 Drinks

Discover five healthy, trending drinks, from matcha to mocktails, that boost hydration, improve wellness, and taste great without the guilt.


The dry Tel Avivian and the redhead from Jaffa. M&H Distillery launched a new gin series

The distillery that put Israel on the world whisky map has launched a gin series based on local ingredients. When this is all over, we’re buying a bottle.

 The M&H whisky distillery

Sweet treats and refreshing drinks for tough days

Papa John’s and KitKat played with dough and chocolate – and here’s the result. Get ready to fall in love with sweetness.

 KitKat Rolls, Papa John’s

Unlocking the Gen Z craze: Matcha's surprising health benefits

Matcha, dubbed the 'Gen Z green juice,' is a favorite among girls and influencers, with its vibrant green color trending on social media platforms like Instagram.

 Unlocking the Gen Z craze: Matcha's surprising health benefits.

Surrenders, indulgences, corruptions: We tasted what's new on the shelves

Ice cream, cookie dough, London. This is probably the softest landing of the summer.

 Ice cream balls and cookie dough, Yango Deli

French boutique: The new Cognac and Armagnac driving Israel wild

A 40-year-old Cognac, a prestigious Armagnac poured in Michelin-starred restaurants, and complex flavors you've never tasted before – the trend of fine French alcohol has arrived in Israel.

 Cognac

Archaeologists discover unopened Victorian soft drink bottle in Cambridge

"Usually these bottles are broken by children to get the marble out, but this one is complete and may have been stored in a basement on a shelf and was never taken out prior to demolition."

Cambridge, UK.

Carmel Market-style pots, in your home: A Shabbat morning with Jachnun and Kubaneh

Inventions, innovations, and upgrades: Our tasters tried what's new on the shelf.

 Botran 8 Rum, A.G.T.D

The most prestigious Glenfiddich Single Malt has landed in Israel

Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 wants to be the crown jewel of your liquor cabinet.

 Glenfiddich Grand Château 31

Scottish time machine, American pickup truck: Whiskey and gin that pour themselves

Jack Daniel’s and Hendrick’s have taken decades of craftsmanship and tradition, given the glass bottle a little shake, and landed limited editions here—bringing both life and a toast to life.

 Hendrick’s Grand Cabaret