Nigella Lawson

Nigella Lawson is launching Bar Nigella Limited, a business that will sell wine, beer and spirits.

Alcohol Anxiety

She has never endorsed booze before and once said: 'I’m not very good at alcohol' because it exacerbates her anxiety.

“I’m not very good at alcohol”

Co-Director

The firm’s co-director is Nigella’s agent, production mogul Alex Fane, who also runs the Henley Festival.

2018 Statement

Speaking in 2018, Nigella said: 'I’m not very good at alcohol. I’ve never been a big drinker. I do like it. It’s being out of practice.'

“I’m not very good at alcohol”

Anxiety Explanation

She explained that alcohol exacerbates her anxiety, causing a 'horrible tight feeling of worry' after the initial relief.

Joining Celebrity Circle

She is set to join Kylie Minogue, Gary Barlow, Graham Norton and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, with her own brand.

Business Model

Bar Nigella Limited will be a wholesaler selling wine, beer and spirits to customers across the UK.

2026 Launch

The business is set to launch in 2026 after Nigella’s re-entry into celebrity culture.

Anxiety Impact

She described how alcohol initially relieves anxiety but later causes a 'horrible tight feeling of worry' and general discomfort.

Age Factor

Nigella believes that after a certain age, people don’t deal with wine as well, which may explain her struggles.

2026 Business Plan

Bar Nigella Limited is part of Nigella’s commercial renaissance following her return to celebrity culture.