The latest Cocktail of the Week by collaborator and Head Barmen at the Vineyard at Stockcross David Coveney shows how Easter and chocolate don’t always have to come covered in foil. For the holiday, or indeed any other day of the year, he’s gone for a little spice – The Easter Martini Glass – Martini Ingredients –Continue reading “Cocktail of the Week – The Easter Martini”
Yearly Archives: 2013
Simon Rimmer’s ‘A Beer To Go With . . .’ Range Tasting Notes
Recently I’ve featured one of Stockport’s little treasures in Robinson’s Brewery, and in the past few weeks, they’ve released information on two new collaborations – Iron Maiden’s ‘Trooper‘ and local celebrity chef Simon Rimmer’s ‘A Beer To Go With . . .’ range. As a huge fan of Iron Maiden, I’ve been rather looking forward to gettingContinue reading “Simon Rimmer’s ‘A Beer To Go With . . .’ Range Tasting Notes”
Rebellion Tasting Notes
There’s many a spiced rum out in the world, but one of the newer brands that is getting a bit of publicity and bartenders talking, is Rebellion Spiced. But why is this? Well after a bit of digging, here’s what i found – Rebellion Spiced is a blend of Caribbean rums (i’ve been reliably informedContinue reading “Rebellion Tasting Notes”
Koko Kanu
Koko Kanu offers something a little different, especially to what you expect it to be. From Jamaica, white rum is blended with natural coconut to create the only full strength coconut flavoured rum in the UK. Named in honour of Jamaica’s original inhabitants, the Arawak Indians, and a label that shows the Jamaican national birdContinue reading “Koko Kanu”
Canadian Club Tasting Notes
I’m guilty. I forget that Canada is also a whisky producing country. I have no explanation for it, it’s just one that i only seem to remember when i come across a brand hailing from the country. To be fair, there are not many brands that can say they hail from Canada, Crown Royal theContinue reading “Canadian Club Tasting Notes”
Chairman’s Reserve Tasting Notes
Everyone loves something that’s award-winning, and there are many out there that can call themselves that. But to win at three of the major award ceremonies in the world, ‘Best in Class’ in the 2008 IWSC awards, Gold in the 2007 Drinks International Rum Challenge and Double Gold at the 2008 San Francisco Worlds Spirits Competition,Continue reading “Chairman’s Reserve Tasting Notes”
Olmeca Tasting Notes
After showcasing tequila recently, I’ve been waiting to try out one that has caught my eye in more the bottle than anything. Once you realise the brand, and the logo, you can understand the link – its name? Olmeca. Olmeca is produced at Destileria Colonial de Jalisco in the town of Arandas, Jalisco in WesternContinue reading “Olmeca Tasting Notes”
Manchester Whisky Club Review – March
March is nearly at an end, and last night we could say the same for the third instalment of Manchester Whisky Club. Catering for those who want to meet up regularly for a chat with like-minded whisky fans, and a couple of drams to of course chat over. Held at the Lass O’Gowrie, the third meeting had aContinue reading “Manchester Whisky Club Review – March”
Barefoot Wine’s Easter Choco-tini Cocktail
This Easter award-winning brand Barefoot Wine, combine chocolate and wine to create a special treat just for the grown ups. The wine-infused ‘Choco-tini’ is sure to delight both wine and chocolate lovers and is the perfect treat to have after your Easter Sunday lunch. Barefoot Wine’s Choco-tini: Ingredients – · 2 parts Barefoot Merlot · 3/4 part Crème de CacaoContinue reading “Barefoot Wine’s Easter Choco-tini Cocktail”
Chivas Regal
It’s about time I showcased a brand that has been a part of the culture for over 200 years, Chivas Regal. With brands like Monkey Shoulder paving the way for the introductory whisky, there are still some of the faithful who are after the more established brands like Chivas Regal or Johnnie Walker, and they haveContinue reading “Chivas Regal”
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