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”
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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”
Gloworm Tasting Notes
I touched recently on mixers, pre-made flavours where all you need to do is add your own spirit. Sometimes seen as a cheats way into making a good quality drink, but the wind seems to have changed, Gloworm are breaking in and offering something a little different, a bit more premium. Gloworm, the brainchild behindContinue reading “Gloworm Tasting Notes”
Cremorne 1859
Co-founders of the UK based CASK Liquid Marketing Richard Herbert and Stuart Ekins launched their own spirits brand back in 2012. Their first release under the Cremorne 1859 banner was a London Dry gin named Colonel Fox, complete with a fox adorned label created and drawn by artist Charlotte Cory. Charlotte used the year ofContinue reading “Cremorne 1859”
Beefeater Tasting Notes
The Chelsea Distillery is a name that many of you have probably never heard of, but back in the 1820’s, it was big business, and started one of the world’s most famous gin brands – Beefeater. I’m surprised I’ve never covered Beefeater fully before, and with a presence in most bars, it makes perfect senseContinue reading “Beefeater Tasting Notes”
Warm Your Cockles This Christmas With Bénédictine
Have a very Merry Christmas this year with Bénédictine liquor’s brand new festive cocktail, ‘Monk’s Punch’, created by Shaker & Company’s mixologist, Tim Garratt. With the usual mulled wines and spiced spirits making their appearances this winter, Bénédictine, the traditional French liquor, has decided to mix it up with a brand new tipple ofContinue reading “Warm Your Cockles This Christmas With Bénédictine”
St Germain Tasting Notes
I love a liqueur I can sip. Just one that you can crack open no matter what time of day it is and enjoy. Even better if it’s versatile enough to mix simply within some classic drinks. St Germain is a staple to my drinks cabinet because it does just that. Question is, out ofContinue reading “St Germain Tasting Notes”
Domaine De Canton Tasting Notes
Liqueurs are a major part of any bars existence, with many flavours used within many a creation or sipped over ice. Orange, hazelnut, coffee, elderflower, they’re all pure, one single flavour in a bottle. But there is a trend, a trend that can be said to have started with the likes of Grand Marnier, blendingContinue reading “Domaine De Canton Tasting Notes”
Broker’s Tasting Notes
A gin, specially blended to be dry with an image driven to literally tip the hat to the gin craze of England. Broker’s does just that, the brain child of Martin and Andy Dawson. Broker’s has also won more top awards in international competitions over the last ten years than any other gin. But we’reContinue reading “Broker’s Tasting Notes”
Create The Berry Gallo For The Festive Season
At the recent Cheshire Christmas Festival, I showcased a variety of Christmas drinks to suit all moods during the festive period. One in particular went down very well over the two days, so I thought I’d recreate and showcase to you all, just in time for the holiday season! Berry Gallo Glass – Wine orContinue reading “Create The Berry Gallo For The Festive Season”
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