Day of the Dead with Olmeca

Check out the following for some ghoulish fun this halloween involving Olmeca tequila! Let’s face it – Halloween’s for kids. So this autumn, get on board with the Mexican fever that’s sweeping the UK and celebrate Mexico’s big national holiday, Day of the Dead, with some Latin cocktails from award-winning Tequila, Olmeca Altos. Day ofContinue reading “Day of the Dead with Olmeca”

Frighteningly Good Full Moon Cocktail for Halloween

Legend has it that the bison grass which gives Zubrowka vodka its distinctive herbaceous flavour grows mysteriously well under a full moon.   A full moon is due to cast its enigmatic spell over the world just before Halloween on Monday 29th October – and to celebrate this captivating lunar spectacle, Zubrowka brand ambassador andContinue reading “Frighteningly Good Full Moon Cocktail for Halloween”

Caorunn Tasting Notes

Theres always an interest in small crafted, traditional back-to-its-roots spirits these days. and a Scottish gin has been available for the past few years which has been causing a stir in this particular market – Caorunn. Caorunn is inspired by Celtic tradition with the use of five Celtic botanicals, a traditional gin plant and handcrafting process. TheirContinue reading “Caorunn Tasting Notes”

Thyme for a new Zubrowka Full Moon Cocktail

The latest in the Zubrowka Full Moon Series. Find the past recipes here.   A full moon will cast its mysterious spell over the world on 30 September – to celebrate this captivating lunar spectacle, Zubrowka brand ambassador and cocktail connoisseur, Pawel Rolka, has created the Zubrowka Thyme Full MoonCocktail.   Legendhas it that theContinue reading “Thyme for a new Zubrowka Full Moon Cocktail”

Zubrowka Tasting Notes

Poland is the home of many a good vodka. Belvedere is probably the most recognisable brand along with the likes of Sobieski, U’luvka and Wyborowa close behind, but there’s a name that most have probably heard, but never tasted before – Zubrowka Bison Grass. Zubrowka is distilled at the Polmos Bialystok Distillery located 200km North East of Warsaw, whereContinue reading “Zubrowka Tasting Notes”

Andy Murray Inspired

In honour of Andy Murray’s recent winning streak, Drambuie raises a toast to him with a twist on the iconic Rusty Nail cocktail. In this version, Drambuie Brand Ambassador Bruce Hamilton uses Auchentoshan 3 Wood as a nod to Andy Murray’s Glasgow roots. The Auchentoshan distillery is a short drive from the tennis star’s birthplace. TheContinue reading “Andy Murray Inspired”

Kejzar Liqueurs Tasting Notes

Slovenia. Not a country that most people talk about in daily conversations, but with the beauty of the drinks industry, it’s a country that wouldn’t surprise you if a spirit was to be labelled with this Eastern European name. Kejzar is the latest brand to come out of the blocks running with its unique takeContinue reading “Kejzar Liqueurs Tasting Notes”

Oval Vodka Tasting Notes

What attracts you to purchasing a bottle? Is it the label, the colour, the add on’s or the shape? Bottles take many forms these days, with more and more innovative ways to attract attention to the consumer market. Absolut are great at marketing its vodka with different ‘editions’, with Eristoff giving their bottles a winter jacket. Hendrick’sContinue reading “Oval Vodka Tasting Notes”

Zubrowka Unveils Third Moon Cocktail

Zubrowka have released the next instalment in their Full Moon Cocktail range. You can check out their first two and any subsequent cocktails by clicking the Zubrowka tag at the top of every page. Enjoy!   Raise a glass to the sky and toast the full moon on 31st August with the invigorating Zubrowka Basil Cooler FullContinue reading “Zubrowka Unveils Third Moon Cocktail”

Frizz Coffee Tasting Notes

Now I’m not a coffee loving person, but my palate is always open to new and exciting products, with Frizz Coffee being the latest to tantalize. Frizz Coffee is a premium Italian espresso drink with hints of caramel and vanilla mixed with soda. Made in Calabria, Italy, Frizz Coffee is based on a century-old recipe andContinue reading “Frizz Coffee Tasting Notes”