Calling all Buffalo Trace enthusiasts and whiskey worshippers. On the 10th November 2015, Buffalo Trace is inviting you to a truly unique tasting-journey at one of Manchester and possibly the UK’s most revered restaurants, The Hawksmoor. Join the stampede for a night of indulgence with an exquisite three-course meal within the bar itself accompanied byContinue reading “The Buffalo Trail Carves A Path Through Manchester”
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WIN! – Good Things to Drink with Mr Lyan & Friends
Just as a good home-cooked meal can bring friends together, good things to drink can turn great occasions into incredible ones. Cocktails add sparkle to gatherings and make ordinary catch-ups extraordinary. But they’re not just for fancy nights out and snobby mixologists – and they needn’t be time-consuming or complex. In this book, Ryan Chetiyawardana (aka Mr Lyan,Continue reading “WIN! – Good Things to Drink with Mr Lyan & Friends”
Martell Cordon Bleu Redesigned To Celebrate 300-Year Anniversary
French cognac house Martell has launched a redesign of its iconic Martell Cordon Bleu cognac, featuring design by London agency Nude Brand Creation. The cognac house celebrates its 300th anniversary in 2015, and for Nude Brand Creation it was a privilege to be asked to honour Martell Cordon Bleu’s proud and unmatched heritage. An IllustriousContinue reading “Martell Cordon Bleu Redesigned To Celebrate 300-Year Anniversary”
Belsazar, Meet Bond
To celebrate the release of the new James Bond film ‘Spectre’, how about a recipe for a vermouth Martini that gives a nod to Bond’s favourite drink, but is delicately stirred to enhance the subtle flavours of Belsazar. Made with Belsazar Dry, the Martini is enhanced with the fruity floral take and finished with bitterContinue reading “Belsazar, Meet Bond”
Ballantine’s Launches First 21 Year Old Signature Oak Edition Exclusive To Global Travel Retail
Ballantine’s, the No.2 Scotch whisky in the world, has unveiled Ballantine’s 21 Year Old Signature Oak Edition – European Oak, the first of two new limited editions exclusive to Global Travel Retail. The release of an additional Signature Edition created with American oak will follow to complete the special pair of bottlings, making each aContinue reading “Ballantine’s Launches First 21 Year Old Signature Oak Edition Exclusive To Global Travel Retail”
888 Tres Ochos
888 Tres Ochos tequila was founded in an era that ushered in high quality premium brands of 100% blue weber agave tequila. The transition from party shots to elegant sipping tequila started with “Tequilas Finos” being savored neat in a snifter, chilled or on the rocks. It’s with this that 888 Tres Ochos tequila originates inContinue reading “888 Tres Ochos”
Discover The Last Edition In The Legendary Series: The Devil’s Casks III
On a clear night, a cold westerly breeze off the coast of Scotland will carry you to the remote and rugged isle of Islay, an island which legend has it that was once the home to the Devil himself. On previous sightings, it is said that the Devil was chased through the village of Bowmore intoContinue reading “Discover The Last Edition In The Legendary Series: The Devil’s Casks III”
Piccini Orange Label Chianti Now Available
Instantly recognisable, this wine is at the heart of what Piccini does: a classic Chianti made to a very traditional recipe. What’s the secret to this wine’s juicy, easy-drinking style? A traditional Tuscan technique called Governo all’uso which sees a small amount of the Sangiovese grape – which is used for all Chianti – addedContinue reading “Piccini Orange Label Chianti Now Available”
Piccini Taps Into Demand For Prosecco With New Sparkling Wine
Much-loved Italian wine brand, Piccini, launches its new 1882 spumante sparkling wine to offer the UK an affordable alternative to Prosecco. As demand for Prosecco continues to soar and rumours of a potential ‘Prosecco shortage’ continue, 1882 has been innovatively produced with a blend of 75% prosecco (glera) grapes and 25% Chardonnay grapes to offerContinue reading “Piccini Taps Into Demand For Prosecco With New Sparkling Wine”
William Grant & Sons UK Welcomes Russian Standard Vodka
William Grant & Sons UK has announced that Russian Standard Vodka will be joining its premium spirits portfolio on 1st January 2016. Russian Standard Vodka is part of Roust International which represents the William Grant & Sons portfolio in Poland/Central Europe. In the UK, William Grant & Sons UK has represented Roust’s Green Mark andContinue reading “William Grant & Sons UK Welcomes Russian Standard Vodka”
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