It wasn't long ago, that beer was perceived as the working man’s beverage. Several years on, the beer market has evolved with a community of beer lovers, that are keen to taste and spend as much (or nearly) as those of the fine wine or spirits community. We catch up with the founder of Monte-Carlo Beer, the brand which is taking the beer world from cheerful pint to collectible asset.

It’s a well-known fact that gemstones offer an attractive investment opportunity for many and when done properly, can yield some handsome returns. To help you navigate through the complexities of gem investments we turn to Charlotte Barbotin-Larrieu, certified gemologist, for expert advice.