Paul ‘The Mixxa’ Martin has released two new videos, but this time with a twist on the speed of creation. Below you can watch The Mixxa create a Long Island Ice Tea and a Mississippi Mule in under 20 seconds! Long Island Ice Tea – Mississippi Mule – You can follow The Mixxa onContinue reading “Paul ‘The Mixxa’ Martin – 20 Second Cocktails”
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Rock the Farm & the Chase Cup 2012
ROCK THE FARM is a FREE two-night event hosted by Herefordshire based distillery, Chase. The aim of the event is to generously give something back to bartenders and the bar industry for their continued support for this iconic British brand of spirits and liqueurs. Saturday 14 – 16th July 2012 in the distillery’s groundsContinue reading “Rock the Farm & the Chase Cup 2012”
Grey Goose
If you know me personally, or have followed my journey since the beginning, it’s no secret that one of my favourite vodka brands is Grey Goose. There’s not many brands in the world that I don’t like to be fair, each liquid has its own unique trail, but Grey Goose is one that sticksContinue reading “Grey Goose”
Fusion Bar at Manchester 235 Review
This Wednesday I had an eye-opening experience – I entered my first ever casino and wow, have I been fooled into thinking every casino looks like a James Bond or Oceans Eleven film! Always one to try out new places, I ventured along to Manchester 235, located close to Deansgate, to sample some of their cocktail delights in the setting of theirContinue reading “Fusion Bar at Manchester 235 Review”
Rémy Martin launches Mature Cask Finish VSOP
I’ve just been sent this rather interesting press release regarding the new Rémy Martin VSOP Mature Cask Finish. Take a look, and make sure to check out the cocktail ideas at the end as well as my review and tasting notes here. Rémy Martin, has announced a new expression of its iconic VSOP exclusively forContinue reading “Rémy Martin launches Mature Cask Finish VSOP”
Hayman’s
Hayman’s. A name etched into the history of gin, but perhaps not your normal ‘go-to’ gin brand when hunting on the shelves of your local supermarket. Hayman’s is seen more as the silent assassin. They don’t shout, but ask any bartender and they will love at least one of the expressions that Hayman’s create, and beContinue reading “Hayman’s”
Belvedere Tasting Notes
I’ve recently been blessed with the chance to add one of the worlds premium vodkas to the sites growing vodka category – Belvedere. I’ve been using Belvedere lately as part of my spirit training sessions, and thought it would be only appropriate to recognise this Polish delight and let you all know a little bit aboutContinue reading “Belvedere Tasting Notes”
Hendrick’s Unusual Month of Reverse Courtship Review
Last Thursday, Hendrick’s gin rolled its way into Manchester’s Northern Quarter, and to the rather Hendrick’s esq venue of Apotheca. The reason? Hendrick’s were celebrating the unusual month of reverse courtship by holding special classes revolved around the do’s and don’ts on marriage proposal. Enjoying a couple of Hendrick’s and tonic’s whilst we waited for everyoneContinue reading “Hendrick’s Unusual Month of Reverse Courtship Review”
Hard Rock Cafe Bar Review
Yesterday I swung by Manchester’s Printworks where the ever impressive Hard Rock Cafe can be found. A popular place that in the past has always left a lasting impression on me whether its food or drinks, this time though, I went for a couple of cocktails before the commute home. Making my way to the large open bar,Continue reading “Hard Rock Cafe Bar Review”
Kamm & Sons Ginseng Spirit
A few weeks ago, I was given the opportunity to indulge my senses into a rather diverse new spirit – Kamm & Sons (or as it was previously known, Kammerlings). Hosted at the appropriate venue of Epernay, Manchester, Alex Kammerling showed an air of enthusiasm behind his creation as we delved into his findings, his reasons behindContinue reading “Kamm & Sons Ginseng Spirit”
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