This December, iconic gin brand Bombay Sapphire is launching a bespoke experience at London’s Selfridges, for those looking for a unique and imaginative Christmas gift, full of festive spirit. On Tuesday 10 December and Wednesday 11 December, those visiting The Wine Shop at Selfridges will have the opportunity to add a personal message to theirContinue reading “Bombay Sapphire Brings Bespoke Festive Spirit To Selfridges This Christmas”
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Ballantine’s Launches 2013 Christmas Reserve Limited Edition
Ballantine’s, the world’s No.2 Scotch whisky, has announced the launch of its fourth Christmas Reserve Limited Edition, with 2013 sales volumes standing at double those of 2010 and the festive blend available in 15 markets worldwide. Ballantine’s is supporting the launch of the 2013 Limited Edition with its biggest-ever integrated marketing campaign. ‘The Taste ofContinue reading “Ballantine’s Launches 2013 Christmas Reserve Limited Edition”
Elixir Tonics & Treats
I do love Manchester when it comes to its bar scene, there’s always something new opening, and this past Thursday was no different. The guys behind event and mobile bar company Escapade Bars have gone for something a little more static in the shape and form of Elixir Tonics & Treats. Located on the easyContinue reading “Elixir Tonics & Treats”
Heering Tasting Notes
A bartenders favourite, and a staple since 1818 in many a classic cocktail such as the Singapore Sling and Blood & Sand, is Heering. You may have seen the bottle on many a back bar, and more than likely had it within at least one cocktail in your life time, but do you know whatContinue reading “Heering Tasting Notes”
The London No. 1 Tasting Notes
Coloured gin could be seen as a marketing gimmick. But have you ever just dismissed it, not really giving it a second glance and presuming it’s going to be cheap and tacky? What ever your answer, let me introduce you to The London No. 1. 12 different botanicals are within The London No. 1, including juniper fromContinue reading “The London No. 1 Tasting Notes”
Skyy Tasting Notes
The USA are probably well-known for their whisky and bourbon more than anything else. But some of the other drink categories are making a charge, with gin names such as No. 209 and Death’s Door coming over the Atlantic, as well as wine brands such as Firesteed and Napa Cellars and craft beers Brooklyn andContinue reading “Skyy Tasting Notes”
Trooper Gets New UK National Beer Listing With Sainsbury’s
Robinsons Brewery today announced a new supermarket listing for their fastest selling ale: Sainsbury’s will be stocking TROOPER nationally in just under 300 of their stores across the country! This announcement follows the recent breaking news that Robinsons have now exported over one million pints of TROOPER worldwide; now taking the total number of pintsContinue reading “Trooper Gets New UK National Beer Listing With Sainsbury’s”
Soldiers Swap Armed Service For Kitchen Service
On the 15th November, 3 Soldiers from 156 Transport Regiment, Royal Logistic Corps, swapped serving their country for the evening and instead served up a gourmet delight for guests at Robinsons Visitors Centre in aid of ABF The Soldiers’ Charity. Hosted by celebrity chef Simon Rimmer, the event – which included a 3-course sit downContinue reading “Soldiers Swap Armed Service For Kitchen Service”
Bombay Sapphire And Urban Junkies Launch The Ultimate Gin & Tonic Project
This Christmas, Bombay Sapphire, the iconic gin brand infused with imagination, and Urban Junkies, have collaborated with ten of the UK’s finest thought leaders from the worlds of food & drink, fashion, design and the Arts to create their own personalised twists on the Bombay Sapphire Ultimate Gin & Tonic, using the best ingredients andContinue reading “Bombay Sapphire And Urban Junkies Launch The Ultimate Gin & Tonic Project”
Limited Edition SLOE BLOOM Gin Launches In The UK
The first SLOE BLOOM Gin, from the creator of the premium BLOOM London Dry Gin, has been launched. Master Distiller Joanne Moore has created a new version of her floral BLOOM Gin, using hand-picked sloe berries steeped in the highest quality BLOOM Gin, distilled in a traditional copper pot still. BLOOM Gin is made inContinue reading “Limited Edition SLOE BLOOM Gin Launches In The UK”
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