After showcasing tequila recently, I’ve been waiting to try out one that has caught my eye in more the bottle than anything. Once you realise the brand, and the logo, you can understand the link – its name? Olmeca. Olmeca is produced at Destileria Colonial de Jalisco in the town of Arandas, Jalisco in WesternContinue reading “Olmeca Tasting Notes”
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Manchester Whisky Club Review – March
March is nearly at an end, and last night we could say the same for the third instalment of Manchester Whisky Club. Catering for those who want to meet up regularly for a chat with like-minded whisky fans, and a couple of drams to of course chat over. Held at the Lass O’Gowrie, the third meeting had aContinue reading “Manchester Whisky Club Review – March”
Chivas Regal
It’s about time I showcased a brand that has been a part of the culture for over 200 years, Chivas Regal. With brands like Monkey Shoulder paving the way for the introductory whisky, there are still some of the faithful who are after the more established brands like Chivas Regal or Johnnie Walker, and they haveContinue reading “Chivas Regal”
Worship Street Whistling Shop Cream Gin Tasting Notes
The Victorian era heralded many a trend in the world of gin. Old Tom springs to mind these days as part of a resurgence in all things classic, but the team behind top bars such as The Worship Street Whistling Shop have launched a gin that is inspired by the cream gins of the Victorian gin palaces.Continue reading “Worship Street Whistling Shop Cream Gin Tasting Notes”
Don Julio Tasting Notes
Tequila is another one of those brands that can split opinion right down the middle. As explained when i touched on blended whisky, stigma seems to carry most onto the trend that tequila is there to be slammed down with some salt, lemon and lime. Well i couldn’t agree more. It’s traditional to mask theContinue reading “Don Julio Tasting Notes”
Larios 12 Tasting Notes
Spain is a country that thrives in the Gin & Tonic world. If you go on holiday to the country, sit yourself at a bar and order a refreshing drink, expect to have it served within a huge balloon glass, or what effectively looks like a fish bowl. Nothing wrong with this by the way,Continue reading “Larios 12 Tasting Notes”
Monkey Shoulder Tasting Notes
Everyone has their opinion, but when it comes to a blended whisky, opinion is very much divided. It’s more down to stigma I think, and the fact that many pubs and bars back in the day only really stocked the blends because they were cheap and satisfactory. These days however, they are so much more.Continue reading “Monkey Shoulder Tasting Notes”
Bacardí
Bacardí is one of the biggest brands in the world, yet I can not believe that I am yet to feature it in any way shape or form. So in response to this, lets take a look at how Bacardí is the name of rum, and why it is enjoyed in nearly every country *. 1814 heraldedContinue reading “Bacardí”
Woodford Reserve
Woodford Reserve is a brand that is a staple to many a bar around the world. But what makes it so? I mean, have you ever tried it? Neat? A cocktail maybe but as a huge believe in trying a spirit before you mix, this is a brand that should always come under this rule. ButContinue reading “Woodford Reserve”
Broken Shed Vodka and Lighthouse Gin Tasting Notes
New Zealand is a country you expect to grab many a fantastic wine from, but lately two spirits have been creating a bit of a stir. The Black Dog Wine Agency have brought to our shores Broken Shed vodka and Lighthouse gin, and, after a little digging to find out what all the fuss isContinue reading “Broken Shed Vodka and Lighthouse Gin Tasting Notes”
