Most of you will know that the Dutch are the creditors when gin is concerned. They were the fathers of Genever, which spun itself into the category we all know and love. It’s odd then that here in the UK, Dutch gin’s are relatively low on the ratio scale. Bols and Sylvius are just twoContinue reading “Wenneker”
Category Archives: Cocktail Recipes
Imperial Collection
Vodka can be criminally underrated in this day and age. With so many countries now handing themselves the opportunity to fill the market with their own ‘unique’ creation, it’s hard to really stand out to the true and ultimately create a vodka worthy of quality. Perhaps Imperial Collection can be one of them? It’s allegedContinue reading “Imperial Collection”
WhistlePig
The UK has a new whiskey from the US, and it’s landed with fanfare in many of the influential icons of the drinks world laps as the bar trade is scrambling for a piece of what is known as WhistlePig. The oddly named is a straight rye whiskey, and is heralded as one of the best rye’sContinue reading “WhistlePig”
Gallo Family Vineyards Must-Have Mimosa
You’ll need: 1 bottle of chilled Gallo Family Vineyards Pink Moscato Smooth orange juice Cranberry & raspberry juice 1 bottle of soda water Other (for garnish): One large orange, to be peeled Pomegranate seeds Edible flowers, e.g. pansies Method: Pour 350ml of chilled Gallo Family Vineyards Pink Moscato into a large jug Measure out 100mlContinue reading “Gallo Family Vineyards Must-Have Mimosa”
Make Something Special For Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day. What to do? Yes, you could buy the usual flowers, perfumes and chocolates but why not make her something special on Mother’s Day? We’ve scoured the land (a little bit) to find some lovely drinks we think mums might enjoy and, hopefully, you might too! First up is the Violet Fizz from theContinue reading “Make Something Special For Mother’s Day”
‘Mum’s The Word’ This Mother’s Day With Hendrick’s Gin
To celebrate Mothering Sunday on the 15th March, Hendrick’s Gin brings you Mum’s The Word cocktail and the Dream Time Martini, two delectable tipples to toast to wonderful mothers the world over. Mum’s The Word, created by our chums at Bramble, combines the unusual taste of Hendrick’s Gin with the sweet aroma of Yellow ChartreuseContinue reading “‘Mum’s The Word’ This Mother’s Day With Hendrick’s Gin”
Belsazar
The vermouth category is often overlooked, with many customers not realising perhaps how much vermouth impacts a wide variety of serves, with the Martini and Manhattan cocktails probably the two most commonly known. I’ve featured a good range of vermouth brands on this site so far, from the well-known to the newly formed, but aContinue reading “Belsazar”
Celebrate National Margarita Day With Finest Call
The margarita cocktail is one of the most popular mixed drinks around, originating in the 1940s. Any bartender worth their salt has created their own unique spin of this classic drink, but no one knows who created the original, although it is widely believed it originated in Mexico. 22nd February gives cause to celebrate withContinue reading “Celebrate National Margarita Day With Finest Call”
Distilleries et Domaines de Provence
Continuing a little from the inspiration behind the feature on the Nardini range, it was to be around this time that I came across the French name of Distilleries et Domaines de Provence. Looking at the photo above, you may be hard pressed to recognise the labels, or indeed the names, but this very reason isContinue reading “Distilleries et Domaines de Provence”
The Dubliner
“When I die, Dublin will be written in my heart” – James Joyce 1882-1941 This quote is written at the top of each label of a new liqueur to hit the shores of England this year, the deluxe blend of The Irishman. Originally launched only a few years ago, from what I can tell, it hasContinue reading “The Dubliner”
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