IT’S BACK! The Cocktail of the Week by collaborator and Head Barmen at the Vineyard at Stockcross David Coveney, has returned for 2014 with a Basil & Passion Fruit Smash. A new favourite of his; “dry, fruity and with a brilliant acidity. Great use of a great syrup!” Basil & Passion Fruit Smash Glass – Rocks Ingredients –Continue reading “Cocktail Of The Week – Basil And Passion Fruit Smash”
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Enter The Coco Lopez And El Dorado Cocktail Challenge
A £1,000 cash prize is up for grabs for the winner of this year’s Coco Lopez & El Dorado Cocktail Challenge, in association with Hamilton Beach , to be staged at The Liar’s Club in Manchester on Tuesday, March 18 from 3pm, on the first day of the Northern Restaurant & Bar Show. Bartenders andContinue reading “Enter The Coco Lopez And El Dorado Cocktail Challenge”
Smoke and Oakum’s Gunpowder Tasting Notes
I do love my rum. Such a variety, different styles and flavour experiences to be savoured on each sip. Coming across Smoke and Oakum though, gave a slant that all rum enthusiasts should experience in their lives. Smoke and Oakum from New Zealand have within their portfolio a gunpowder rum, recreated to a style thatContinue reading “Smoke and Oakum’s Gunpowder Tasting Notes”
Martini Tasting Notes
Carrying on with my latest trend of researching vermouths, I turn my attention to a well-known brand which graces nearly every drinking establishment in the world – Martini. Martini is an icon, and whether you savour it on its own, or utilise within the likes of a Manhattan or Martini, you can’t deny its internationalContinue reading “Martini Tasting Notes”
Anno Tasting Notes
From beer to genever to gin. Kent may not be the first name to discuss when on the topic of English gin, but taking a look back, it’s had a rather interesting development, culminating in Anno, Kent’s first gin in over 200 years. How did we get to this point though, and what made KentContinue reading “Anno Tasting Notes”
Riserva Carlo Alberto Tasting Notes
I’m on a bit of a vermouth mission at the moment. My previous post took a look at an Italian range which hit the UK at the latter end of last year. This particular range came to fruition in 2011, but this article will focus on a name that has been in production since theContinue reading “Riserva Carlo Alberto Tasting Notes”
Mancino Tasting Notes
Vermouth is a category that I’ve touched on a couple of times in the past, although these have mainly been some of the more recognisable names such as Cinzano, as well as covering the likes of Cocchi and Sacred, but I’ve personally noticed a trend that seems to be happening here in the UK, withContinue reading “Mancino Tasting Notes”
Make This Burns Night Extraordinary With Drambuie
This Burns Night, Drambuie tempts discerning drinkers to celebrate Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns, with more than just a wee dram. The origins of Drambuie lie in a secret recipe first created 269 years ago on the Isle of Skye off the West coast of Scotland. A blend of the finest aged Scotch whisky, spicesContinue reading “Make This Burns Night Extraordinary With Drambuie”
Manchester Whisky Club Review – January
It’s the start of a new year here at Manchester Whisky Club, and we kicked off with a trip out to the Manchester branch of The Whisky Shop. January’s meeting would involve some Whisky Shop own editions from brand names, so the evening came with some exclusivity. Hosted by Joe, we cracked open five expressions,Continue reading “Manchester Whisky Club Review – January”
Toussaint Tasting Notes
I’ve featured a couple of coffee liqueurs in the past, some big names and some crafted newcomers, but one recent relaunch seems to be taking bartenders to a new level in coffee drinks, even straying away from the classic Espresso Martini. Toussaint hails its origins from Haiti when under the ruling of France and isContinue reading “Toussaint Tasting Notes”
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