The Pernod Ricard BEAT Society rolled into Manchester this week with its 6 strong team of some of the UK’s influential and engaging industry figures taking over the new Refuge bar and restaurant in the city centre. Concentrating on seven categories, the likes of Phil Huckle (UK Brand Ambassador Chivas Regal), Liam Sparks (IrishContinue reading “The BEAT Society Takes Refuge In Manchester”
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Four Pillars Gin Appoints Love Drinks As Its Exclusive UK Distributor
Four Pillars Gin, the Yarra Valley-based Australian distillery, is delighted to announce the appointment of Love Drinks as its exclusive UK-based importer and distributor. Four Pillars has been distributed by Liberty Wines since May 2015 and co-founder Stuart Gregor thanked Liberty for its efforts in establishing a strong foothold for the brand in Great BritainContinue reading “Four Pillars Gin Appoints Love Drinks As Its Exclusive UK Distributor”
Rhum J.M.
The island of Martinique heralds some of the most well-known agricole brands available, including Rhum Clément, but it’s the partner in Rhum J.M. that this article will be focusing on, as we dive into this northern based rhum. The journey begins in the late 17th century where the famous Pére Labat, the Jesuit priest credited with proliferatingContinue reading “Rhum J.M.”
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”
By The Dutch
“By the Dutch” are a relatively new company (founded in 2015) who produce traditional Dutch spirits, focusing on their native heritage. Majority are distilled in Schiedam, Holland, the claimed ‘Genever Town’ which also houses De Kuyper, Boompjes and Ketel One amongst its tenants. With this, By The Dutch have created and released two spirits soContinue reading “By The Dutch”
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”
Whisk Yourself Away To The Magic Of Speyside Apple Orchards In The Heart Of Manchester
On September 30th, Caorunn, the handcrafted Scottish gin, is transforming the Oast House, Spinningfields, into a vibrant urban apple orchard which will offer 500 passers-by a free Caorunn G&T for a truly beautiful crisp, fresh taste of the Highlands. The urban apple orchard will be brimming with trees for one day during the Manchester FoodContinue reading “Whisk Yourself Away To The Magic Of Speyside Apple Orchards In The Heart Of Manchester”
Thomas And Evans No.1
A new non-alcoholic brand is on the market, with Thomas and Evans No.1 focusing on the London outlets such as Tom Sellers’ Restaurant Ours. But don’t let the prestige idea put you off, this is one that can be enjoyed by all comers. The inspiration of Thomas and Evans comes from Mr William Thomas and MrContinue reading “Thomas And Evans No.1”
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