Author Archives: Drinks Enthusiast

Southern Comfort Lemonade & Lime Pre-mixer Tasting Notes

I was handed another pre-mixer a few days ago by a friend of mine after she learnt of my love for Southern Comfort. It comes mixed with lime and lemonade and at 5% I was expecting a similar experience as the Malibu & Cranberry pre-mix (https://drinksenthusiast.wordpress.com/2011/07/22/pre-mixed-malibu-cranberry-tasting-notes/) Upon opening the can, no distinct aromas came out, althoughContinue reading “Southern Comfort Lemonade & Lime Pre-mixer Tasting Notes”

Lime Bar & Restaurant Review

After an impromptu night off work, a friend of mine suggested going back to a place we visited nearly a year ago named Lime. It’s situated in Salford Quays opposite The Lowry and after a brief walk from the Metrolink, we made our way through the ample outdoor seating to the bar area. We decided toContinue reading “Lime Bar & Restaurant Review”

Peroni Nastro Azzuro & Peroni Gran Riserva Tasting Notes

A while back on my Twitter feed, Peroni asked me to try out there Peroni Nastro Azzuro and let them know what I thought, so last night I nipped down to The Waterside in Sale to taste this Italian lager. Served in a tall and elegant Peroni branded stemmed glass, a pale yellow lager awaits you. Upon tasting, it gave off aContinue reading “Peroni Nastro Azzuro & Peroni Gran Riserva Tasting Notes”

Martin Miller’s Tasting Notes

Martin Miller’s is fast becoming one of those ‘must have’ premium gins to see on any back bar or drinks cabinet. But why is it becoming so popular, and even touching the heights of Tanqueray? It all begins in the heart of England, the Black Country, and the use of batch distillation. Combining the two traditionalistsContinue reading “Martin Miller’s Tasting Notes”

Cocktails at The Circle 360

I decided to swing by The Circle 360 for a drink with a friend of mine after work (this really is turning out to be my new favourite place!) and then came back later in the night with another friend who said he wanted to give it a try after my recommendations! I’m not going toContinue reading “Cocktails at The Circle 360”

Miller Genuine Draught Tasting Notes

If you’re ever with me for a drink, it’s a rarity I go for lager these days, nothing against them, I just seem to have a bigger heart towards ales. But what I do love is the time where you can just crack open a bottle at home on a hot summers day. Millers is myContinue reading “Miller Genuine Draught Tasting Notes”

Jack Daniels & Coke / Ginger Pre-mix

I found myself purchasing another pre-mixed drink in the form of Jack Daniels and they’ve released two versions – Coke and Ginger, both £2.12 from Sainsburys. Jack Daniels & Coke Now the nearest competitor around is Jim Beam & Coke and having already tried the latter I was expecting high hopes, however, I was disappointed at not smelling a stronger smellContinue reading “Jack Daniels & Coke / Ginger Pre-mix”

Kraken Spiced Rum Tasting Notes

I’ve been looking forward to trying this again! I think i first sampled Kraken at The Boutique Bar Show 2011 in Manchester, but i had a taste at Imbibe 2011 a few weeks ago. I will always remember the way they sold it to me – a man dressed in a old-fashioned diving suit handing out leaflets, andContinue reading “Kraken Spiced Rum Tasting Notes”

Gosling’s Tasting Notes

On a recent rum master class I hosted here in Manchester, I showcased Gosling’s Black Seal as an example of Bermuda. It was only then that I realised that despite knowing of the brand since my early days as a bartender, I have never covered it here on my site. So without further hesitation, letsContinue reading “Gosling’s Tasting Notes”