I was sent the following today and it draws upon literacy themed cocktails. Take a look! via oedb.org Plenty of authors throughout history have drawn inspiration (or consolation, as it may be) from a bottle, and as such, there is no shortage of cocktails, concoctions, and libations that can be related to great books andContinue reading “25 Brilliant and Literary-Inspired Mixed Drinks”
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Crystal Head Vodka Tasting Notes
Ever heard of the legend of the 13 crystal skulls? Found around the world and dated between 5,000 and 35,000 years old, it is said that they were carved over a period of hundred of years, with no reasoning behind them. Many however believe that they offer spiritual powers. Two such men who are fascinatedContinue reading “Crystal Head Vodka Tasting Notes”
Elements 8 Tasting Notes
The spiced rum category has always been dominated by the likes of Sailor Jerry and Morgan’s Spiced, but recently its been added to with Bacardi Oakheart, Kraken and Lambs Spiced all making their case to be the number one. But a major player has come into the reckoning – Elements 8. This unique brand has a three strong range ofContinue reading “Elements 8 Tasting Notes”
Snow Queen Vodka Tasting Notes
Snow Queen vodka is a part of the new trend of organic spirits. Hailing from Kazakhstan, it uses organic wheat, sand-filtered artesian spring water and charcoal from the birch trees of the Kazakh forests. Produced in one of only three distilleries in Kazakhstan, it is distilled a total of five times. Launched in London inContinue reading “Snow Queen Vodka Tasting Notes”
Rum Fire Tasting Notes
Theres a new overproof rum to excite and tantalize the drinking world, Rum Fire! Created and produced by the guys at Hampden Estate, a company that dates back to 1753, it’s back heeling the likes of Wray and Nephew to become a dominant force in the overproof category. But what makes Rum Fire unique from its competitors?Continue reading “Rum Fire Tasting Notes”
Krupnik Liqueur Tasting Notes
Krupnik is one of those brands you may see all the time on back-bars or cocktail menus, but never bat an eye-lid as it’s rarely seen as a base ingredient to a drink. I myself have been using this honey liqueur for around 4 years now, and it was part of my first self-cocktail creation.Continue reading “Krupnik Liqueur Tasting Notes”
Diamond Standard Tasting Notes
My collection has recently had something rather exciting added to it – Diamond Standard vodka. Produced at the Siedlce Distillery in Poland, it is made from Dankowski diamond rye. Distilled four times, followed by four stages of filtration that includes a diamond filtration process that was developed exclusively and involves the use of thousands of DeBeers diamonds. TheContinue reading “Diamond Standard Tasting Notes”
Atlantico Rum Tasting Notes
Lately I’ve been fortunate enough to try out a relatively unheard of rum brand in the UK. Hailing from the Dominican Republic and endorsed by such stars as Enrique Inglesias and backing its own charity, Atlantico is sure to create some waves in the rum world. But what makes Atlantico different from every other brand? Atlantico is a blend ofContinue reading “Atlantico Rum Tasting Notes”
Absolut Tasting Notes
Absolut vodka is a well-known, pioneering brand all over the world, and recently I’ve been lucky enough to try the original, as well as several of their flavoured options. But first, how did Absolut come about? Every drop of Absolut vodka comes from one source – the little-known village of Åhus in southern Sweden. More than 400 yearsContinue reading “Absolut Tasting Notes”
Roberto Cavalli Tasting Notes
Some of you may know Roberto Cavalli as a leading Italian fashion designer, the creator of the ‘sand-blast look’ for jeans, and detailed exotic prints which has made him a cultural icon. But did you also know that he has created Italy’s first wholly produced vodka? “Inspired and dedicated to the sexy woman who is the iconic, eternal museContinue reading “Roberto Cavalli Tasting Notes”
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