Last week carried on something that has been proving popular in recent years – the Corks Out tasting evenings. Back with a bang at the Castlefield Rooms in Manchester, they brought along with them a host of brands in both wine, Champagne and spirits. With the promise of a wide selection from producers including Morton, Franschhoek and Cattier asContinue reading “Corks Out Winter Tasting, Manchester Review”
Author Archives: Drinks Enthusiast
Zeo Tasting Notes
To create any product you need inspiration. An idea can stem from something that already exists or it can exploit a gap in a market which you may think there is no more room. One of the latest brands to hit the UK market is ZEO. The result of several years of hard work byContinue reading “Zeo Tasting Notes”
The Liquorists Belvedere Trail Review
Ever feel like having a night of luxury? A night of sophistication? Well last week Manchester showcased themselves with a brand that oozes these qualities and more with the ever elegant Belvedere and the ever knowledgeable and glamour of The Liquorists. The usual trait of five bars. five samples and five cocktails to indulge in,Continue reading “The Liquorists Belvedere Trail Review”
Day of the Dead with Olmeca
Check out the following for some ghoulish fun this halloween involving Olmeca tequila! Let’s face it – Halloween’s for kids. So this autumn, get on board with the Mexican fever that’s sweeping the UK and celebrate Mexico’s big national holiday, Day of the Dead, with some Latin cocktails from award-winning Tequila, Olmeca Altos. Day ofContinue reading “Day of the Dead with Olmeca”
Frighteningly Good Full Moon Cocktail for Halloween
Legend has it that the bison grass which gives Zubrowka vodka its distinctive herbaceous flavour grows mysteriously well under a full moon. A full moon is due to cast its enigmatic spell over the world just before Halloween on Monday 29th October – and to celebrate this captivating lunar spectacle, Zubrowka brand ambassador andContinue reading “Frighteningly Good Full Moon Cocktail for Halloween”
The Liquorists Tequila Trail Review
Last week I took part in the latest installment of the hugely popular spirit trails hosted by the ever knowledgeable The Liquorists, with this night focusing on that sometimes forgotten category – tequila. A ‘veteran’ so to speak of these trails (I’m now on eight and counting – living up to my Drinks Enthusiast name!)Continue reading “The Liquorists Tequila Trail Review”
Grey Goose to bring the Côte d’Azur to London
GREY GOOSE WINTER BALL To Benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation Saturday 10 November 2012, London GREY GOOSE, the World’s Best Tasting Vodka, is set to host what has become one of the most hotly anticipated event of the international social calendar: The sixth annual GREY GOOSE Winter Ball to benefit the Elton John AIDSContinue reading “Grey Goose to bring the Côte d’Azur to London”
Caorunn Tasting Notes
Theres always an interest in small crafted, traditional back-to-its-roots spirits these days. and a Scottish gin has been available for the past few years which has been causing a stir in this particular market – Caorunn. Caorunn is inspired by Celtic tradition with the use of five Celtic botanicals, a traditional gin plant and handcrafting process. TheirContinue reading “Caorunn Tasting Notes”
Berry Bros. & Rudd Review
Berry Bros. & Rudd are one of those names that if searching for a bottle of wine or a specialist spirit, it will be near the very top of your search engine. Why? Because Berry Bros. & Rudd is one of Britain’s oldest wine and spirit merchants, opening its doors way back in 1698 at St.Continue reading “Berry Bros. & Rudd Review”
Fentimans
Many of you will drink a spirit with a mixer. A Gin & Tonic, Vodka & Lemonade or a Whisky & Coke would not be frowned upon if ordered at a bar, pub or restaurant. But do you ever take notice of what that mixer is? You are more than likely going to ask for yourContinue reading “Fentimans”
DRINKS ENTHUSIAST 