From beer to genever to gin. Kent may not be the first name to discuss when on the topic of English gin, but taking a look back, it’s had a rather interesting development, culminating in Anno, Kent’s first gin in over 200 years. How did we get to this point though, and what made KentContinue reading “Anno Tasting Notes”
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Cremorne 1859
Co-founders of the UK based CASK Liquid Marketing Richard Herbert and Stuart Ekins launched their own spirits brand back in 2012. Their first release under the Cremorne 1859 banner was a London Dry gin named Colonel Fox, complete with a fox adorned label created and drawn by artist Charlotte Cory. Charlotte used the year ofContinue reading “Cremorne 1859”
Warm Your Cockles This Christmas With Bénédictine
Have a very Merry Christmas this year with Bénédictine liquor’s brand new festive cocktail, ‘Monk’s Punch’, created by Shaker & Company’s mixologist, Tim Garratt. With the usual mulled wines and spiced spirits making their appearances this winter, Bénédictine, the traditional French liquor, has decided to mix it up with a brand new tipple ofContinue reading “Warm Your Cockles This Christmas With Bénédictine”
St Germain Tasting Notes
I love a liqueur I can sip. Just one that you can crack open no matter what time of day it is and enjoy. Even better if it’s versatile enough to mix simply within some classic drinks. St Germain is a staple to my drinks cabinet because it does just that. Question is, out ofContinue reading “St Germain Tasting Notes”
Domaine De Canton Tasting Notes
Liqueurs are a major part of any bars existence, with many flavours used within many a creation or sipped over ice. Orange, hazelnut, coffee, elderflower, they’re all pure, one single flavour in a bottle. But there is a trend, a trend that can be said to have started with the likes of Grand Marnier, blendingContinue reading “Domaine De Canton Tasting Notes”
Broker’s Tasting Notes
A gin, specially blended to be dry with an image driven to literally tip the hat to the gin craze of England. Broker’s does just that, the brain child of Martin and Andy Dawson. Broker’s has also won more top awards in international competitions over the last ten years than any other gin. But we’reContinue reading “Broker’s Tasting Notes”
Create The Berry Gallo For The Festive Season
At the recent Cheshire Christmas Festival, I showcased a variety of Christmas drinks to suit all moods during the festive period. One in particular went down very well over the two days, so I thought I’d recreate and showcase to you all, just in time for the holiday season! Berry Gallo Glass – Wine orContinue reading “Create The Berry Gallo For The Festive Season”
Warm Up This Winter With A Piping Hot Tipple From Rigg’s
Enjoy a little festive cheer, as Rigg’s invites you to toast this Christmas with its Piping Hot cocktail, the brand new winter warmer from the blackberry and raspberry spirit. This party perfect cocktail overtakes your senses with the fruity tones of berries and warming apple. A sweet hint of maple syrup and tang of citrusContinue reading “Warm Up This Winter With A Piping Hot Tipple From Rigg’s”
The London No. 1 Tasting Notes
Coloured gin could be seen as a marketing gimmick. But have you ever just dismissed it, not really giving it a second glance and presuming it’s going to be cheap and tacky? What ever your answer, let me introduce you to The London No. 1. 12 different botanicals are within The London No. 1, including juniper fromContinue reading “The London No. 1 Tasting Notes”
Skyy Tasting Notes
The USA are probably well-known for their whisky and bourbon more than anything else. But some of the other drink categories are making a charge, with gin names such as No. 209 and Death’s Door coming over the Atlantic, as well as wine brands such as Firesteed and Napa Cellars and craft beers Brooklyn andContinue reading “Skyy Tasting Notes”
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