And finally…£10k shot of cognac sets new world record

The 40ml serving of Rome de Bellegarde sold in London’s Hyde Kensington bar on Wednesday night after it was discovered in the cellars of cognac house Jean Fillioux by fifth generation cellar master Pascal Fillioux.

Ranjeeta Dutt McGroarty, the founder and director of Trinity Natural Gas, was the first to try the rare tipple

It is believed to be the very first blend created by Jean Fillioux in 1894.

Cognac enthusiasts and industry experts were invited to the event to witness the very first pour, alongside an official adjudicator from the Guinness World Records.

After the event, a spokeswoman for the organisation confirmed that Rome de Bellegarde had secured the title of the most expensive ever shot of cognac.

The brand has decanted the spirit into 67 French crystal bottles.

Rome de Bellegarde founder David Smeralda said: “We are so excited for Rome de Bellegarde to be available for the first time in over 120 years.

“Since its discovery in 2004 this incredible batch has been destined to be enjoyed by those that love and cherish truly pure cognac.”

The previous Guinness World Record for the most expensive cognac sold was for 68,000 Hong Kong dollars (£7,072) at the Inter Continental Hong Kong, China, on November 9 2016.