Alcohol

Wine talk: From vine to glass

Each of Mekomi Winery’s white wines has a twist that defies the norm. These are wines to drink, enjoy, and talk about.

HEDAI OFFAIM is a true vigneron, caring for the vines and growing wine in his vineyards.
 BARLEY WAS grown on 250 dunams of Kibbutz Be’eri on the Gaza border – ultimately used to brew Single Beeri, the first beer made with 100% Israeli-grown barley malt.

Brewed with barley from Be’eri's fields, a new Israeli beer brings new life after October 7

(From L) NATALIE BRODNER MOR, Agriculture Ministry; Tzachi Dotan, Wine & Vine Council; and Penina Oren Schneider, Health Ministry.

Wine talk: All’s well that ends well

A Hungarian Cessna 172 crashed in a field after being stolen by a drunk pilot, August 29, 2026.

Drunk pilot arrested in Hungary after stealing plane, flying towards nuclear plant, crash-landing


A toast to life: Israeli whisky raises the bar as a young industry comes of age

Whisky Live returns to Tel Aviv for its 12th edition, bringing Israeli and Scottish distillers together for tastings, workshops and a look at Israel's growing whisky industry.

A QUALITY SWIG or two, in good company, can bring joy and ease to life’s challenges.

What's brewing in Israel's craft beer scene this summer?

From a World Cup lager to a bitter Jaffa orange ale, five Israeli craft beers are tested to find which brews truly deserve a place in your summer cooler.

FIVE DIFFERENT CANS for BeerBazaar American Lager depict iconic soccer players from past Mondials.

British Embassy showcases UK gin as exports to Israel approach £4m.

The “Distilling Excellence: UK Gin Showcase” brought together Israeli distributors, retailers, hospitality professionals, and representatives from the food and drink industry.

British gin brands featured at the “Distilling Excellence: UK Gin Showcase” in Tel Aviv on July 13, 2026.

Death toll in Bangkok pub fire rises to 32 with dozens still in hospital, officials say

Authorities believe the fire was caused by a short circuit in a ceiling-mounted air conditioner, which ignited flammable material decorating the pub's live music stage.

Aftermath of a deadly fire at a pub in Bangkok.

Near Lebanese border, Israeli tech reshapes how premium spirits are made

Verstill’s controlled systems let distillers craft custom aged flavors in weeks, not years

Yinon Tamir and Tal Cymbalista in Verstill's facility in northern Israel

The alcoholic beverages that will do the least damage to your diet

Alcohol is an obstacle to weight loss. But anyone building a balanced menu can also enjoy a cocktail every now and then – you just need to pay attention to what you are putting into your glass.

White wine

Even one drink a day raises cancer risk

A massive review found that even moderate alcohol consumption is linked to an increase in the risk of various types of cancer.

Maybe you should rethink this drink

Wine Talk: Make me a match

If all this sounds too serious, then note this slogan: “Match the wine to mood, not to food.”

LIGHT MEAL with a light wine: Rose is always a good option.

Not just a liquor store: The new branch of Hayevuan trying to change the experience

The new branch of Hayevuan chain in the London Minister complex combines a liquor store with a boutique deli and a seating area.

Hayevuan store in Tel Aviv

A nationwide beverage festival

After three years in Tel Aviv, The Alchemist's cocktail festival is also coming to Jerusalem, Haifa, and Beersheba. Come and rejoice.

A psychedelic cocktail menu