I do love a good vodka. I’ve worked with several over the years, but I’m always on the look out for a vodka that takes the vodka category and shakes it like a mad man. Sauvelle, I believe, had done just that. It may be because I’m a sucker for marketing and creativity (it isContinue reading “Sauvelle”
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Lysholm No. 52
For those of you who may have read my feature on Linie, you’ll know that I have only really been introduced to the category of aquavit in the last 12 months. It’s a surprise then for me to realise that I’ve been missing out on something rather special, and I am excited to experience theirContinue reading “Lysholm No. 52”
Firestarter
Gimmick bottles have been a staple in the spirits industry for the last couple of years. Whether bottled within a skull, an alien, a devil, a tusk, oil drums or pistols, you sometimes need to stand out to be heard on the shelves. It’s amazing to say that all the examples above are vodka (withContinue reading “Firestarter”
Beluga
‘Made with Pride’. It’s great to read this statement when looking into a brand for the first time. It evokes feelings of wonder as you ponder the craftsmanship that has been placed into creating the liquid. The question is though, does it actually define the brand? Or is it a loose term to gain someContinue reading “Beluga”
Cinco de Mayo Celebrated Across the UK with Tequila Casco Viejo and El Ron Prohibido
The annual Cinco de Mayo is upon us once again, and here at Emporia Brands, we’ve put together a series of events across the UK involving the award-winning Tequila Casco Viejo, and the unique El Ron Prohibido rum. Get ready for an action-packed 5th of May! In Nottingham, Four Hundred Rabbits will be hosting aContinue reading “Cinco de Mayo Celebrated Across the UK with Tequila Casco Viejo and El Ron Prohibido”
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Launches Series Of Global Events This World Whisky Day
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is launching its Project Flavour Behaviour events across the world this World Whisky Day, Saturday May 21st 2016. The Society is looking for volunteers to take a written personality test and taste whisky samples, all in the name of science. Project Flavour Behaviour is being carried out by The ScotchContinue reading “The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Launches Series Of Global Events This World Whisky Day”
Berkeley Square London Dry Gin – Award Winning Gin For The Perfect Martini
The quintessential London dry gin Berkeley Square has been awarded a Gold Medal at the highly respected International Spirits Challenge 2016 making it the first choice for a smooth Martini in London this summer! Now in its 21st year the judging took place in London, with rigorous blind tastings by an expert panel of judges,Continue reading “Berkeley Square London Dry Gin – Award Winning Gin For The Perfect Martini”
Celebrate The Release Of ‘Captain America: Civil War’ With A VIP Cocktails at Ping Pong
On Tuesday 26 April 2016 Marvels latest blockbuster ‘Captain America: Civil War’ premiered at London’s Westfields, right next to London’s favourite dim sum restaurant, Ping Pong. To celebrate this star-studded event featuring Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr, Elizabeth Olsen and Joe Russo, Ping Pong is launching an exclusive ‘Captain America Vita Rays’ cocktail, complimentary toContinue reading “Celebrate The Release Of ‘Captain America: Civil War’ With A VIP Cocktails at Ping Pong”
Suze Saveur d’Autrefois and Byrrh Cocktail Competition Winners Announced
The winners for this years UK Suze Saveur d’Autrefois and Byrrh competition, organised by UK distributor Emporia Brands, have been announced and win a once in a lifetime VIP visit to Thuir in France. Competitors had been asked to submit two cocktails using either Byrrh Grand Quinquina or Suze Saveur d’Autrefois for each serve. TheContinue reading “Suze Saveur d’Autrefois and Byrrh Cocktail Competition Winners Announced”
Spirit Cartel Announces New Hitman For The Bourbon Turf War
For the past two months, the Spirit Cartel family, runners of fine liqueur, have been engrossed in the search for a bourbon don with the right balance of whisky parlance & cocktail shaking. And they’ve found him; Benji Purslow has been named the face of cult bourbon brand Four Roses in the UK. The passionateContinue reading “Spirit Cartel Announces New Hitman For The Bourbon Turf War”
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