New public health proposals are missing the pint

Put down that pint glass and reach for a bottle

And how bad are the ideas for curbing consumption?

There is no good evidence that adverts for alcohol increase consumption

The evidence for an effect on health is dubious to non-existent

Sampling a new wave of Bristish cider

The dangers of alcohol are being overstated

Wine, beer, brandy and the ultimate hangover cure

There is nothing more agreeable than a glass or two of fine vintage port at Christmas. As long as it agrees with us!

The blessings of maturity