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Henry Jeffreys is an award-winning drinks writer and former literary publicist. His book 'Empire of Booze' looks at the influence of the British on classic drinks around the world, from port and sherry to claret and champagne.
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Henry Jeffreys is an award-winning drinks writer and former literary publicist. His book 'Empire of Booze' looks at the influence of the British on classic drinks around the world, from port and sherry to claret and champagne. Did you know bubbles were made possible by a British invention? And rum used to be tested by adding gunpowder? Pop a cork and enjoy.
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