Thought i’d share with you all the piece that Mancunian Matters wrote to introduce me as their new columnist. Great times ahead! MM welcomes new columnist – Manchester’s favourite taster and mixologist… ‘Drinks Enthusiast’ ENTHUSIAST: Manchester’s finest consultant Posted Monday, February 13, 2012 – 17:51 By Dean Wilkins MM will be collaborating with one ofContinue reading “Mancunian Matters welcomes new columnist”
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Kamm & Sons Ginseng Spirit
A few weeks ago, I was given the opportunity to indulge my senses into a rather diverse new spirit – Kamm & Sons (or as it was previously known, Kammerlings). Hosted at the appropriate venue of Epernay, Manchester, Alex Kammerling showed an air of enthusiasm behind his creation as we delved into his findings, his reasons behindContinue reading “Kamm & Sons Ginseng Spirit”
The MIXXA mixes….. A Valentine’s Bellini
It’s that time of year again, and Paul ‘The Mixxa’ Martin has duly obliged in creating a classic Valentines Day special for you all. Take a look at his video below, but expect a twist as he crafts together a Bellini. You can follow The Mixxa on Twitter, subscribe to his YouTube channel and take aContinue reading “The MIXXA mixes….. A Valentine’s Bellini”
The Bombay Spirits Company Flavour Experience
Some of you may have heard of a category named ‘gin‘. If you’ve ever decided to research into this category a bit more, you will probably learn the art of distillation, and the various forms around that can produce this versatile product. But have you ever though about categorising gin by aroma? When was theContinue reading “The Bombay Spirits Company Flavour Experience”
National Winter Ales Festival 2012
A couple of weeks ago, the National Winter Ales Festival rolled its way into the Sheridan Suite on Oldham Road, Manchester to showcase over 300 ales, ciders and perries to the Manchester public. In association with CAMRA and Robinsons Brewery, it promised a wide range of both national and local breweries, as well as International bottled ales,Continue reading “National Winter Ales Festival 2012”
The Balvenie Distillery Tour
The last of the distillery tours from our Scotland trip was Glenfiddich’s sister distillery, The Balvenie. Located just down the road from Glenfiddich, we were able to visit soon after finishing the Glenfiddich tour, where David Mair, the Balvenie distillery ambassador, greeted us. The Balvenie distillery is hidden away a little from the main road,Continue reading “The Balvenie Distillery Tour”
Sailor Jerry + Jeffrey West | Stewed, Shoed & Tattooed
STEWED, SHOED AND TATTOOED Sailor Jerry and Jeffrey West Launch Limited Edition Shoes for Selfridges Renowned British Shoe Brand Jeffery West, have entered their 25th year and have began celebrating this anniversary by creating a pop-up store in collaboration with Sailor Jerry and Selfridges entitled ‘Stewed, Shoed and Tattooed’. On the 7th February, Jeffery WestContinue reading “Sailor Jerry + Jeffrey West | Stewed, Shoed & Tattooed”
Exclusive 3 Day Dickensian-style Tribute
The Experimental Cocktail Club is celebrating Charles Dickens’ 200th birthday with an exclusive three-day Dickensian-style tribute featuring a tailor made selection of 1850’s inspired cocktails, served in an atmosphere that’s right out of Dickens’ marvellous literary work. Tuesday 7th February, the actual day of Dickens’ birth, to the Thursday 9th February, guests can sip onContinue reading “Exclusive 3 Day Dickensian-style Tribute”
Glenfiddich Distillery Tour
The third distillery of my Scotland tour was a visit to the world’s most awarded Single Malt Scotch whisky, Glenfiddich. Taking a short walk from Dufftown, the malt whisky capital of the world, in rather blustery conditions, we arrived to a rather picturesque setting. With mowed lawns, lakes and wide open spaces, it was asContinue reading “Glenfiddich Distillery Tour”
Hendrick’s Unusual Month of Reverse Courtship
On the 29th of February each leap year, the normal rules of courtship are reversed, and women may freely pursue and propose to gentlemen of their choice. To celebrate this topsy turvy scenario, Hendrick’s Unusual Month of Reverse Courtship will be hosting a variety of events in the build up to this delightfully peculiar day.Continue reading “Hendrick’s Unusual Month of Reverse Courtship”
DRINKS ENTHUSIAST 