The use of mixers has always been defined towards the likes of a gin and tonic, rum and coke or whisky and ginger, but the names and styles of such have pretty much stayed the same over the years. Lately though, numerous tonic brands have been released of a variety of flavours, then ultimately branchingContinue reading “Double Dutch”
Category Archives: Cocktail Recipes
Poetic License
One of the main brands to cause a stir over the last 12 months originates from the North East of England, Sunderland to be exact, the home of Poetic License Distillery. Started up by Mark Hird, a figurehead of the leisure trade for 20 years, the seeds were sown back in 2012 when Mark sawContinue reading “Poetic License”
Foxhole
Normally, grapes would be closely associated with wine, Champagne and brandy if used to create alcohol, but the steady need to explore ahead of the usual limits, gin and its floral complexities creates an ideal category to invoke the use of a variety of grape styles. G’Vine and Ciroc are your two commonly seen brandsContinue reading “Foxhole”
Rumchata
Cream liqueurs in the drinks market are seen as a Marmite category; some people love them, some see it as too sweet. But yet, nearly every bar and restaurant will have some sort of cream liqueur, whether it’s the well-known Bailey’s or the likes of Amarula, there will always be a place for them whenContinue reading “Rumchata”
Last Minute Christmas Cocktails!
A couple of festive cocktails to get you into the mood! Aqua London’s Christmas Cocktail SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS Mince pie infused dark rum Pinot Noir wine Grand Marnier Orange Juice Cinnamon syrup Top up with Sparkling wine Method: Shake all ingredients, double strain into a flute, top up with sparkling wine COST: 12.50 Bulleit CraftsContinue reading “Last Minute Christmas Cocktails!”
Rhum Clément
Agricole is becoming more and more frequent within bars across the UK as bartenders are starting to embrace its sugar cane juice qualities. There are numerous brands leading the way, including Rhum Clément of Martinique, part of the French Caribbean Islands that also includes the likes of Guadeloupe and Saint-Barthélemy. It’s Rhum Clément I’ll be focusing on here, lookingContinue reading “Rhum Clément”
Estancia
Estancia is one of a handful of brands leading the way in the teachings of Raicilla, one of the many branches from Mezcal. When talking Mezcal, it encompasses such subcategories as Tequila, Sotol and Bacanora. Raicilla is also within these, seen as the softer, less smoky variation, closer to the Mezcal style, than that of Sotol whichContinue reading “Estancia”
Ungava
Canada is perhaps not your first choice of country when talking gin. Europe yes, even Oceania and Asia perhaps, but from the UK’s standpoint, whiskey is the tipple most associated with Canada in the likes of Canadian Club and Crown Royal. It’s to a vibrant introduction to my gin experiences then that Ungava comes along,Continue reading “Ungava”
Half Hitch
Camden Lock has its part in the history of gin, seen in the mid-18oo’s as one of the significant areas in London to create, bottle and export gin. Around 20 acres were owned by the likes of W&A Gilbey Ltd, utilising the waterways and trains to ferry their cargo across the UK and beyond. Over timeContinue reading “Half Hitch”
Sherry Christmas Everyone: Harveys Toast 220 Year Anniversary
This Christmas, Britain’s favourite sherry turns 220 years young. Century-on-century generations have been enjoying a classic glass of Harveys. This year – the icing on the cake – Harveys was awarded Best Wine in the World by International Wine Challenge, the first Spanish wine ever to receive this award. With a proven global iconic status,Continue reading “Sherry Christmas Everyone: Harveys Toast 220 Year Anniversary”
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