The trend for distinctive, well-crafted drinks is set to continue in 2017 – with consumers continuing to search for authentic and individual products crafted by real people. Which is why the launch of Dispense Amaro from Asterley Bros has been so eagerly anticipated. The unique blend is carefully handmade in South London using only theContinue reading “Best Of British 2017: Artisan London Amaro”
Category Archives: Cocktail Recipes
The Snowball Is Back For Christmas 2016
Warninks, the UK’s number one Advocaat, best known as the hero ingredient in the Snowball cocktail, returns for the festive period with new twists to its famous serve. As part of this year’s Warninks Christmas campaign, the brand has partnered with UK bartenders to show that the Snowball (advocaat, lemonade and lime) is perfectly suitedContinue reading “The Snowball Is Back For Christmas 2016”
Mastiha
When I visited Greece earlier in the year, I cam across a spirit I’ve admittedly heard of, but never really experienced in its true form. Since then, two expressions have come to the UK with fanfare as they look to get the UK embracing its next wave of traditional spirits. But what is Mastiha? MastihaContinue reading “Mastiha”
Plymouth Gin Explores Cocktails Past And Present With New Bar Menu
Plymouth Gin has launched an extensive and exciting new drinks menu for the distillery’s Refectory Bar featuring a combination of classic and contemporary cocktails that have been curated by International Brand Ambassador, Sebastian Hamilton-Mudge. The menu not only offers an unparalleled taste experience for gin lovers visiting the Plymouth Gin distillery but also brings toContinue reading “Plymouth Gin Explores Cocktails Past And Present With New Bar Menu”
Aprendiz and Pescador de Sueños
Mezcal has grown to new heights in the last 18 months, with brands offering a range of expressions as the flavour profile becomes more acceptable with the growing demand for variety by the general public. With this combined with renewed focus on training for bartenders, mezcal is enjoying its biggest boom since its days taggedContinue reading “Aprendiz and Pescador de Sueños”
Au
I’ve noticed a trend this year in that I’ve seen a lot more ‘premium’ vodka brands come out and hitting the scene. The latest one did catch my eye, and with its gold plating, I’d be surprised if you missed it yourself! So Au vodka, lets dive in. The second noticeable icon to the lookContinue reading “Au”
Winner Named In The Chairman’s Reserve Mai Tai Campaign
Spirits innovator Emporia Brands and award-winning Chairman’s Reserve rum of St Lucia Distillers, are proud to announce the winner of the Chairman’s Reserve Mai Tai campaign for 2016! The final, held at The Magic Roundabout in London last night, one of the cities iconic pop-up sites, featured four venues from across the UK who wereContinue reading “Winner Named In The Chairman’s Reserve Mai Tai Campaign”
Buffalo Trace Mystery Migration Hits Manchester
The team at Buffalo Trace came around to Manchester once again to host their annual cocktail competition, but armed with a twist that saw the bartenders of the North West face a variety of challenges in a couple of unique settings. Hosted at El Gato Negro, the competitors found their way to the final byContinue reading “Buffalo Trace Mystery Migration Hits Manchester”
National Rum Day – Celebrate in style with DIPLOMATICO
As Lord Byron said, “There’ s nought no doubt so much the spirit calms as rum and true religion.” Take his advice and mix up a cocktail or two this August 16th, in honour of National Rum Day. Try something a little different, like a saintly Coco Loco or a twist on the Old Fashioned,Continue reading “National Rum Day – Celebrate in style with DIPLOMATICO”
Hoxton Gin Reimagined With New Stylish Profile
Spirits innovator Emporia Brands and Hoxton Gin creator Gerry Calabrese are re-imagining the Hoxton scene as they release the new expression of the gin that has been called ‘the most distinctive gin in the world’. Launching August 2016, the new expression of Hoxton, now offered at 40% abv, enjoyed a sneak preview at this year’sContinue reading “Hoxton Gin Reimagined With New Stylish Profile”
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