Midori is Japanese for “green”. Yes, that green bottle that adorns many a back-bar and turns a cocktail into a vibrant colour. But it is also one of those liqueurs that you will probably never had on its own. Any particular reason? Not really. Midori is a melon liqueur and many consumers have nothing againstContinue reading “Midori Tasting Notes”
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Tia Maria Tasting Notes
After focusing on Kahlúa, we can bring out the coffee liqueur which usually comes to mind when talking about the subject, or indeed after finishing a hearty meal. But what makes Tia Maria stand out above the rest so-to-speak? It’s origins are disputed, but going off Tia Maria’s official website – ‘The legend of TiaContinue reading “Tia Maria Tasting Notes”
Australasia Review
If you’ve ever ventured into the Spinningfield’s area of Manchester you’ll notice many a bar and restaurant serving businessmen, ladies who lunch or myself propping the bar up as I dive through the drinks menu. One such time happened last week, at a rather well-known yet unknown venue named Australasia. I say unknown due toContinue reading “Australasia Review”
Cocktail Of The Week – The Dutch Club
It’s that time of the week to get a little Dutch inside of you via a wonderful twisted classic cocktail, courtesy of David Coveney aka The Spirit Cellar. Simple and easy to create, using traditional genever and syrups. The Dutch Club Glass – Coupet Ingredients – 50 ml Bols Genever 35 ml Lemon Juice 25 ml BlossomsContinue reading “Cocktail Of The Week – The Dutch Club”
Cocktail Of The Week – The Great British Negroni
It’s that time of the week to get a little British inside of you via a classic gin cocktail, courtesy of David Coveney aka The Spirit Cellar, the Negroni. Simple and easy to create, using two new and highly talked about spirits. The Great British Negroni Glass – Rocks Ingredients – 50 ml Williams ChaseContinue reading “Cocktail Of The Week – The Great British Negroni”
Marmalade Day Cocktails
I’ve been greatly informed that Saturday 2nd March is Marmalade Day. With this in mind, it makes sense to showcase a few marmalade styled cocktails! Glass – Rocks Ingredients – 50 ml Ceylon Arrack 3 tsp British Marmalade 3 Slices of fresh orange 1 Maraschino cherry 1/2 inch fresh ginger Method – Prepare rim ofContinue reading “Marmalade Day Cocktails”
Hard Rock Cafe, Manchester Review – 2013
This week I had the chance to experience Hard Rock Cafe in Manchester. Not a new venture for me as you can see here, but a welcoming return as this is one of my ‘Manchester Gems’. Invited to try Hard Rock’s Legendary Burgers and sample the cocktails on offer, myself and my girlfriend (who weContinue reading “Hard Rock Cafe, Manchester Review – 2013”
Kahlúa Tasting Notes
Coffee liqueurs seem to be a mainstay for any bar or indeed your own drinks cabinet. Easy enough to digest after a hearty meal, or just to have when the mood captures you, coffee liqueurs can do no wrong. Even when sided with cocktails such as the White Russian (or black if you prefer) orContinue reading “Kahlúa Tasting Notes”
Pitú Tasting Notes
If you’ve ever been to Brazil and had a drink, it would not surprise me if you replied by saying ‘cachaça’. Why? Well cachaça is the most popular beverage in Brazil where in 2007, over 1.5 billion litres were consumed. One brand you may have come across on your travels, or indeed seen a littleContinue reading “Pitú Tasting Notes”
Taboo Tasting Notes
Now this is a brand that you probably see in many a bar or club. Taboo has been a mainstay in the ready-to-drink sector ever since it launched in 1988. Aimed towards woman between 18 and 24 years, Taboo is a combination of vodka, white wine and tropical fruit juices, which as you can imagineContinue reading “Taboo Tasting Notes”
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