Japan’s signature drink is gradually gaining ground in western countries where it has found enthusiastic ambassadors among Spanish sommeliers. Read on to discover what any wine lover should know about sake.

Beer is much more than Spain’s favourite drink to face the heat. As microbreweries start to become more mainstream, sommelier José Carlos Román recommends some of the leading producers and specialist addresses in the country.

The popularity of vermouth seems to be unstoppable. The introduction of new ingredients like sherry has brought extra dynamism onto the market and is helping to bring new flavours to consumers’ glasses, says our cocktail expert.

Wine has always been mixed, says expert François Monti. Delving into history helps to better understand why the new trends consider it as another ingredient to be used by audacious bartenders.

As promised, we have selected three great shots that capture the essence of wine happiness from all the photographs sent by our readers throughout the summer.

Wine and summer are two words we love. We are pretty sure you readers share this feeling so we would like you to send as your best photos with these two ingredients. You are allowed to make us green with envy!

Spanish olive oil this past decade has turned into a foodie’s must. Pilar Molestina looks for clues and picks some favourite brands.

Vermouth is back here to stay and with so much diversity of styles, we look into the new and almost endless possibilities of wine, its main ingredient.