The London Sessions have started, and session number two has just dropped into my inbox . . . . . . INTRODUCING TOMAS ESTES, SESSION #2 We are more than delighted to be announcing our second session with none other than Tomas Estes. As well as being one of the London Sessions founders, Tomas isContinue reading “He’s Coming . . . . . .”
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Magnify Your Mind, Stimulate Your Senses And Delve Into Discovery
This August the delightfully diverting Hendrick’s Emporium of Sensorial Submersion – an unprecedented panoply of sensory enlightenment, will offer audible, palatable and tangible stimulation to all curiously minded individuals, in the homeland of its unusual gin, at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe (7th – 30th August). Within the sumptuous surroundings of 91 George Street, Hendrick’s EmporiumContinue reading “Magnify Your Mind, Stimulate Your Senses And Delve Into Discovery”
Introducing Scapa Skiren, A Single Malt Forged By The Elements Of Orkney
September 2015 marks the launch of Scapa Skiren, an artisanal single malt forged by the elements of Orkney; a remote island of natural contrasts. Crafted by five dedicated artisans at the manually operated Scapa distillery, Scapa Skiren’s smooth taste embodies the unexpected contrasts of the Orkney Islands, setting it apart from traditional Island Malts. AContinue reading “Introducing Scapa Skiren, A Single Malt Forged By The Elements Of Orkney”
Tequila Fest To Host Its First Cocktail Competition In Liverpool
Tequila & Mezcal Fest is the UK’s first ever and only festival dedicated exclusively to showcasing the very best bits of Mexico in the greatest ever agave extravaganza. Returning for it’s second year, in London, on the 19th and 20th September, at Old Spitalfields Market and rolling out for the first time in the NorthContinue reading “Tequila Fest To Host Its First Cocktail Competition In Liverpool”
William Grant & Sons Named Official Spirits & Champagne Tournament Provider Of Rugby World Cup 2015
William Grant & Sons is proud to announce it is the Official Spirits & Champagne Tournament Provider of Rugby World Cup 2015. This partnership will mean William Grant & Sons’ UK portfolio of premium brands including Grant’s, Piper-Heidsieck, Glenfiddich, Hendrick’s, Sailor Jerry and Zubrowka will have exclusive pouring rights at all Rugby World Cup 2015Continue reading “William Grant & Sons Named Official Spirits & Champagne Tournament Provider Of Rugby World Cup 2015”
A Look At The Linie Awards 2015
Last week saw myself attend the annual Nordic extravaganza, the Linie Awards 2015. The event is the culmination of the best that the Nordic countries have to offer from the world of food and drink, with respective competitions to find the number one dish and cocktail for the year. In its 10th year, 2015 sawContinue reading “A Look At The Linie Awards 2015”
De Kuyper And UKBG Get Things Shaking In The North West
The North West is set to discover the brightest in bartending talent later this month, as the northern heat of UKBG National Cocktail competition heads to the Cheshire town of Warrington. The event will be sponsored by De Kuyper, the world’s largest producer of cocktail liqueurs. The cocktail competition, which will take place in Tom’sContinue reading “De Kuyper And UKBG Get Things Shaking In The North West”
Future Proofing The Pub Roundtable
Below is a video from a discussion group I was invited to be a part of a few weeks back, supported by Finest Call and the American Beverage Marketers. It looks at how pubs see cocktails through a variety of ways, and how Finest Call are attempting to contribute towards demystifying the attitudes towards them.Continue reading “Future Proofing The Pub Roundtable”
Martini Launches New Crafted Style Of Vermouth Di Torino
MARTINI®, the internationally awarded vermouth, has launched its new Vermouth di Torino line, MARTINI RISERVA SPECIALE. This crafted style of vermouth includes two variants, RUBINO and AMBRATO, which have been created using carefully selected Italian wines. Setting the standard for a Vermouth di Torino, the MARTINI Masters pay tribute to the traditional methods used by theContinue reading “Martini Launches New Crafted Style Of Vermouth Di Torino”
Bartenders Go Loco At Coco Lopez And El Dorado Cocktail Challenge
Mark Main of MOJO in Manchester has been named the overall winner in this year’s Coco Lopez & El Dorado Cocktail Challenge. The Glaswegian mixologist took home £1,000 and after his El Coco Bru and Peanut Butter Jelly Time cocktails impressed the judges. The hard-fought contest, compered by Lyndon Higginson at The Liar’s Club inContinue reading “Bartenders Go Loco At Coco Lopez And El Dorado Cocktail Challenge”
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