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The Mixxa’s Drambuie 15 Old Fashioned

Last December, Paul ‘The Mixxa’ Martin released a new video showcasing a twist on the classic cocktail Old Fashioned using the relatively new Drambuie 15 (check out my article on Drambuie 15 here). Take a look below to find out what he did differently to create a fantastic, yet simple drink. You can follow The Mixxa onContinue reading “The Mixxa’s Drambuie 15 Old Fashioned”

Ep’ 3 The Mixxa vs Salvatore D’amico

The Mixxa vs …. sees multi award-winning, world record-holding, author, entertainer & mixologist Paul ‘The Mixxa’ Martin take on the UK’s top mixologists in a range of head to head challenges to discover who is the best at mixing a specific cocktail. The choice of cocktail is down to Paul’s guest and the twist isContinue reading “Ep’ 3 The Mixxa vs Salvatore D’amico”

The Dalmore Distillery Tour

The second distillery of my Scotland tour was located in the North East Highland’s and a little town named Alness, home of The Dalmore. After walking the short 20 minute walk from Alness town centre, we were greeted by a stunning location. The Dalmore distillery is situated on the banks of the Cromarty Firth, andContinue reading “The Dalmore Distillery Tour”

The Liquorists Return of the Rum Trail

Last night was the first installment of the year in The Liquorists busy calendar, the aptly named ‘Return of the Rum Trail!’. Following the same concept of their previous trails, we were to be enjoying 5 different spirits, 5 different cocktails in 5 different bars accompanied by 5 different light bite appetizers. Always a dauntingContinue reading “The Liquorists Return of the Rum Trail”

Drambuie Burns Night Cocktails

    Make Burns Night Extraordinary with Drambuie Drambuie tempts cocktail enthusiasts to celebrate Burns Night with two extraordinary recipes inspired by an aptly named classic cocktail – the Bobby Burns. Drambuie’s unique blend, created a little over a decade before the bard’s birth, marries aged Scotch whisky with spices, heather honey and herbs. AsContinue reading “Drambuie Burns Night Cocktails”

Auchentoshan Distillery Tour

Last week, myself and my father made the 4 hour trip to Clydebank, Glasgow to visit my first ever whisky distillery – Auchentoshan. Why Auchentoshan? Well it’s the only whisky producer in Scotland to use triple-distillation, and one of only 5 distilleries in the Lowland area. Legend also has it, that you need to startContinue reading “Auchentoshan Distillery Tour”

4 Distilleries in 4 Days

For 4 days next week i’ll be touring the land of Scotland where i’ll be taking in the sights of Auchentoshan, The Dalmore, Glenfiddich and The Balvenie distilleries. Expect a full review of the tour when i get back, but until then, follow me on Twitter (@drinksenthusist) or Facebook (search for Drinks Enthusiast) for up-to-the-minuteContinue reading “4 Distilleries in 4 Days”

Crabbie’s Alcoholic Ginger Beer

. 1801. A year that doesn’t ring a bell in too many history books, yet their was a stir in the Edinburgh port of Leith, with the clan Crabbie bursting onto the scene with a secret recipe containing only 4 ingredients. Having fresh ginger shipped from as far as the Far East to be combined into theseContinue reading “Crabbie’s Alcoholic Ginger Beer”

24 Days of Christmas Cocktails – Day 24

And here it is! Day 24 has arrived and to mark the end of the countdown, Makers Mark have created a part cocktail, part dessert for everyone to enjoy! Day 24 – Bourbon Ball – Makers Mark Glass – Martini glass Ingredients – 75ml Maker’s Mark Bourbon 25ml DeKuyper Light Crème de Cocoa 25ml DeKuyper Hazelnut Bliss Heavy cream Method –Continue reading “24 Days of Christmas Cocktails – Day 24”