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From Star Wars to Hitchhiker's – how to make the best drinks in sci-fi

18 December 2019

New Scientist combines mixology with science fiction to produce recipes for the finest drinks in this – or any other – universe, from Bantha Milk to Ambrosia
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Grapes of wrath: How a New World import destroyed French wine

19 December 2017

France’s vineyards were ravaged by a mystery invader in the 19th century – leading to enforced sobriety and some unforeseen consequences for society

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