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Jane Peyton

Alcoholic Drinks Historian and Media Expert

Jane Peyton is a leading alcoholic drinks historian and media expert, providing expert commentary, written features, fact-checking, and consultancy for television, radio, publications, and online media across the UK and internationally. A former documentary TV producer herself, she understands the needs of journalists and producers and delivers information that works for modern media.

 

With decades of experience researching, writing, and speaking about wine, beer, cider, spirits, and cocktails, Jane combines historical knowledge with engaging storytelling to inform, entertain, and educate audiences.

 

What Jane Offers

 

  • Expert historical and contemporary context for drinks-related stories, covering wine, beer, cider, spirits, cocktails, historic pubs, drinking traditions, and myth-busting.

 

  • Research and fact-checking services for radio, TV, and film producers, with a focus on the social history of drinking in Britain.

 

  • Clear, confident, and articulate on-camera and on-air commentary, with experience working to tight media deadlines.

 

  • An extensive media credits list including BBC Radio 4 and 5 Live, BBC World Service, dozens of local radio stations, Times Radio, LBC, TV appearances on Inside The Factory, The Great British Food Revival,  Sunday Brunch, and The One Show, plus dozens of features in national broadsheets and tabloids.

 

  • Available to journalists, producers, editors, and content creators for interviews, research support, commentary, and consultancy.

 

 

 

A Trusted Alcoholic Drinks Historian for Media

Jane Peyton is recognised as an alcoholic drinks expert for TV and radio UK who specialises in accessible storytelling. She supports media outlets by:

  • Providing expert historical and contemporary context for drinks-related stories
  • Fact-checking and researching drinks history for radio, TV and film producers
  • Explaining the cultural and social impact of alcoholic drinks across history
  • Bringing historical insight to contemporary drinks trends

 

Her work ensures media content is accurate, engaging, and credible.

Media Expertise Across All Platforms

Jane Peyton regularly works with:

  • Television and radio programmes
  • National and international press
  • Online publications and podcasts
  • Documentary producers and content creators

 

She is experienced at delivering clear, concise and engaging commentary on camera, on air, and in print, making complex historical subjects accessible to wide audiences.

Areas of Specialism

Jane Peyton’s expertise as an alcoholic drinks historian includes:

  • The social history of drinking in Britain
  • Wine, beer, cider, spirits, and cocktail history
  • Historic pubs, taverns, and drinking spaces
  • Drinks heritage, traditions, and rituals
  • Myth-busting and historical accuracy in drinks stories

 

Her insights are ideal for features, documentaries, interviews, and expert quotes.

Why Media Professionals Work with Jane Peyton

Media professionals choose Jane Peyton because she offers:

  • Proven expertise as an alcoholic drinks historian
  • Clear, concise, articulate communication for general audiences
  • Reliable research and historical accuracy
  • Experience working to tight media deadlines
  • A confident, professional on-air presence

 

She is a former documentary TV producer and understands the needs of journalists and producers and delivers information that works for modern media.

Credits Include

  • Numerous appearances on BBC national (Radio 4 and 5 Live) and local BBC radio, regional commercial radio, Times Radio, LBC.
  • TV appearances on Inside The Factory and The Great British Food Revival, The One Show.
  • Dozens of commentaries in national broadsheets and tabloids.
  • Many appearances on podcasts including as co-host of The Food Talk Show.

Contact Jane Peyton – Alcoholic Drinks Historian and Media Expert

If you are a journalist, producer, editor, or content creator looking for a knowledgeable alcoholic drinks historian for a documentary or podcast Jane Peyton is available for interviews, research, commentary, and consultancy.

Contact Jane Peyton  to discuss media opportunities, expert commentary, or historical research support.

Frequently Asked Questions – Jane Peyton – Alcoholic Drinks Historian and Media Expert

What kind of media work does Jane Peyton do?

Jane Peyton provides expert commentary and consultancy for television, radio, online media, publications, and feature articles on wine, beer, cider, spirits, cocktails, pubs, and drinking culture.

Yes. She is an experienced drinks historian who can research, fact-check, and provide authoritative insight on the history and culture of alcoholic beverages.

Yes. Jane works with PR agencies, beverage brands, and publishers to provide credible insights, media commentary, and consultancy services.

Yes. She regularly hosts tastings, talks, and presentations at events, festivals, and corporate gatherings, combining historical knowledge with engaging storytelling.

You can contact Jane directly through the contact page to discuss media interviews, consultancy projects, or speaking engagements.