To ward off frosty winter nights, Alexander & James (A&J), the luxury online shopping platform for drinks connoisseurs and gift buyers brings you four classic winter cocktails to warm the heart and make the festive season merry. A&J’s best mixologists recommend creating these fragrant winter warmers with the world’s finest spirits. The combination of luxuryContinue reading “Winter Warmer Cocktails By Alexander & James”
Yearly Archives: 2013
Hendrick’s Gin And Hannah Martin Unveil Exquisite Limited-Edition Hip Flask
Hendrick’s Gin and fine jewellery designer Hannah Martin have created a luxury limited-edition hip flask that will be available exclusively at Harrods this Christmas. Presented in a handmade leather travelling bag with a bottle of Hendrick’s Gin and a bespoke silk and cashmere scarf from Scottish tailors Walker Slater, this luxurious item is the perfectContinue reading “Hendrick’s Gin And Hannah Martin Unveil Exquisite Limited-Edition Hip Flask”
Bombay Sapphire Brings Bespoke Festive Spirit To Selfridges This Christmas
This December, iconic gin brand Bombay Sapphire is launching a bespoke experience at London’s Selfridges, for those looking for a unique and imaginative Christmas gift, full of festive spirit. On Tuesday 10 December and Wednesday 11 December, those visiting The Wine Shop at Selfridges will have the opportunity to add a personal message to theirContinue reading “Bombay Sapphire Brings Bespoke Festive Spirit To Selfridges This Christmas”
Ballantine’s Launches 2013 Christmas Reserve Limited Edition
Ballantine’s, the world’s No.2 Scotch whisky, has announced the launch of its fourth Christmas Reserve Limited Edition, with 2013 sales volumes standing at double those of 2010 and the festive blend available in 15 markets worldwide. Ballantine’s is supporting the launch of the 2013 Limited Edition with its biggest-ever integrated marketing campaign. ‘The Taste ofContinue reading “Ballantine’s Launches 2013 Christmas Reserve Limited Edition”
Elixir Tonics & Treats
I do love Manchester when it comes to its bar scene, there’s always something new opening, and this past Thursday was no different. The guys behind event and mobile bar company Escapade Bars have gone for something a little more static in the shape and form of Elixir Tonics & Treats. Located on the easyContinue reading “Elixir Tonics & Treats”
Heering Tasting Notes
A bartenders favourite, and a staple since 1818 in many a classic cocktail such as the Singapore Sling and Blood & Sand, is Heering. You may have seen the bottle on many a back bar, and more than likely had it within at least one cocktail in your life time, but do you know whatContinue reading “Heering Tasting Notes”
The London No. 1 Tasting Notes
Coloured gin could be seen as a marketing gimmick. But have you ever just dismissed it, not really giving it a second glance and presuming it’s going to be cheap and tacky? What ever your answer, let me introduce you to The London No. 1. 12 different botanicals are within The London No. 1, including juniper fromContinue reading “The London No. 1 Tasting Notes”
Skyy Tasting Notes
The USA are probably well-known for their whisky and bourbon more than anything else. But some of the other drink categories are making a charge, with gin names such as No. 209 and Death’s Door coming over the Atlantic, as well as wine brands such as Firesteed and Napa Cellars and craft beers Brooklyn andContinue reading “Skyy Tasting Notes”
Trooper Gets New UK National Beer Listing With Sainsbury’s
Robinsons Brewery today announced a new supermarket listing for their fastest selling ale: Sainsbury’s will be stocking TROOPER nationally in just under 300 of their stores across the country! This announcement follows the recent breaking news that Robinsons have now exported over one million pints of TROOPER worldwide; now taking the total number of pintsContinue reading “Trooper Gets New UK National Beer Listing With Sainsbury’s”
Soldiers Swap Armed Service For Kitchen Service
On the 15th November, 3 Soldiers from 156 Transport Regiment, Royal Logistic Corps, swapped serving their country for the evening and instead served up a gourmet delight for guests at Robinsons Visitors Centre in aid of ABF The Soldiers’ Charity. Hosted by celebrity chef Simon Rimmer, the event – which included a 3-course sit downContinue reading “Soldiers Swap Armed Service For Kitchen Service”
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