Wednesday the 19th saw the final of the Chairman’s Reserve Cocktail Competition, staged at the Drinks Live Theatre in the Northern Restaurant and Bar Show in Manchester which, with over 250 exhibitors and 50 tastings and events, has become the largest food and drink trade exhibition in the North. With an expert judging panel inContinue reading “Winners Announced At The Chairman’s Reserve Cocktail Competition At The Northern Restaurant and Bar Show”
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This Mother’s Day ‘Mums The Word’ With Hendrick’s Gin
To celebrate Mothering Sunday on the 30th March, Hendrick’s Gin brings you Mum’s The Word, a cocktail to toast Mum’s the world over. Hendrick’s Gin offers the ultimate ‘Mother’s reviver’ with its delightful infusions of rose and cucumber, making this cocktail the perfect way to reward the leading lady in your life. Crafted by ourContinue reading “This Mother’s Day ‘Mums The Word’ With Hendrick’s Gin”
Raise A glass To ‘Fruity Muma’ This Mother’s Day With Bénédictine
Make your Mum feel like one-in-a-million this Mother’s Day by whisking her up a Fruity Muma. Created by Shaker and Company especially for Bénédictine, this fruity fizz is an elegant twist on the classic Bellini, and the perfect cocktail indulgence for your Mum. A blend of sweet, herbal Bénédictine, sublime juicy peach and piquant pineappleContinue reading “Raise A glass To ‘Fruity Muma’ This Mother’s Day With Bénédictine”
Staritsky Levitsky and Distil. No.9
It’s odd, but as of 2014, there’s hardly any Ukrainian vodka brands available in the UK, which is surprising compared to its closeness to Russia, but it seems to be a country who is proud of its creations, yet have the unwillingness to share to the rest of the world. Staritsky Levitsky has broken this mould. UkraineContinue reading “Staritsky Levitsky and Distil. No.9”
Jose Cuervo
With the career that I have, it is important for me to experience as much as possible so that I am aware of the various expressions, and to target specific audiences with my knowledge. It is with this that I have decided to cover one of the best-selling tequila in the world, Jose Cuervo. BackContinue reading “Jose Cuervo”
Please Don’t Tell Vintage Cocktail Night Review
It was all a bit hush hush, but the team at Mullen Bartending put together a little shindig to celebrate all things classic. Held at the new speakeasy The Fitzgerald off Stevenson Square in Manchester (a fitting venue for the theme of the evening), a collaboration of five spirits accompanied by cocktails and canapés wereContinue reading “Please Don’t Tell Vintage Cocktail Night Review”
Hendrick’s Gin Unveils The Taste Of Valentine’s
This Valentine’s Day Hendrick’s Gin brings you a taste of British grandeur with their Raspberry Rose Royale. Hendrick’s Gin is infused with the twin essences of love and romance – the rose and the cucumber. This Valentines Day, no matter what your disposition Hendrick’s has a cocktail that will provide just the right fit! For thoseContinue reading “Hendrick’s Gin Unveils The Taste Of Valentine’s”
Cocktail Of The Week – Basil And Passion Fruit Smash
IT’S BACK! The Cocktail of the Week by collaborator and Head Barmen at the Vineyard at Stockcross David Coveney, has returned for 2014 with a Basil & Passion Fruit Smash. A new favourite of his; “dry, fruity and with a brilliant acidity. Great use of a great syrup!” Basil & Passion Fruit Smash Glass – Rocks Ingredients –Continue reading “Cocktail Of The Week – Basil And Passion Fruit Smash”
Smoke and Oakum’s Gunpowder Tasting Notes
I do love my rum. Such a variety, different styles and flavour experiences to be savoured on each sip. Coming across Smoke and Oakum though, gave a slant that all rum enthusiasts should experience in their lives. Smoke and Oakum from New Zealand have within their portfolio a gunpowder rum, recreated to a style thatContinue reading “Smoke and Oakum’s Gunpowder Tasting Notes”
Martini Tasting Notes
Carrying on with my latest trend of researching vermouths, I turn my attention to a well-known brand which graces nearly every drinking establishment in the world – Martini. Martini is an icon, and whether you savour it on its own, or utilise within the likes of a Manhattan or Martini, you can’t deny its internationalContinue reading “Martini Tasting Notes”
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