Being something of a whisky virgin, I had absolutely no idea how hotly anticipated the Special Releases night is. It was my opportunity to rub shoulders with experts who drink whisky for a living. Talking and tasting my way around the room, I tried them…

If you visit Turkey you will no doubt have supped on sweet tea during the day and when the sunsets, their unofficial national drink – Raki.  It’s the clear spirit which tastes of aniseed, it’s made from raisins or grain and you’d know about it if you’d…