The whisky world is diverse, with many ways of producing the wide range of flavour profiles we seek and enjoy. It’s fitting then that the Spanish Sherry producers Gonzalez Byass, specifically Master Distiller Antonio Flores, have partnered with Master Distiller Richard Paterson to offer a different kind of blended whisky to the market. Essentially, 26 maltsContinue reading “Nomad Outland”
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Solerno
Liqueurs are a huge part of any bar offering, or indeed your own collection at home. Most of you have heard of the classics – Baileys, Tia Maria, Bénédictine etc, but there’s always one’s that stand out when browsing a little closer to the flavour profiles available. How about Solerno for example? A blood orange flavouredContinue reading “Solerno”
Michter’s
There’s a new whiskey making waves here in the UK, and if you follow me on any of my social media channels, you would have seen me become one of the first to experience when they were released only 12 weeks ago. A look into these new expressions from the Michter’s brand reveals some classic history lessons,Continue reading “Michter’s”
Manchester Whisky Club – January 2015
Entering the second birthday of the Manchester Whisky Club, we decided to take a break from the whisky itself due to the January blues, and side-stepped into the world or rum as a one-off. Held once again at The Briton’s Protection, here’s a run down of the expressions we explored, and my tasting notes toContinue reading “Manchester Whisky Club – January 2015”
Cotswolds
English whisky is creating a new era. The English Whisky Company is the most well-known at the moment, but there are a couple of producers ageing their stock to satisfy a growing interest in, well, whisky that’s not from Scotland, Ireland or America. People’s palates are changing, and the likes of Cotswolds are there toContinue reading “Cotswolds”
Gabriel Boudier Offer The Chance To Win A Liqueur Masterclass In Dijon, France, At The Northern Restaurant And Bar
A VIP visit to Dijon, France is the prize for the winner of the Gabriel Boudier Cocktail Competition, to be staged at The Northern Restaurant and Bar Show in Manchester on Wednesday 18th March at 3:15pm. Hosted once again by Dave Marsland aka Drinks Enthusiast, who is working alongside Emporia Brands, the distributors for theContinue reading “Gabriel Boudier Offer The Chance To Win A Liqueur Masterclass In Dijon, France, At The Northern Restaurant And Bar”
Artisan Drinks
I’ve many a reference book on my shelves, ranging from brand specific, to cocktail ideas, to category overviews. It’s odd to admit then that despite the numerous titles, I don’t sit down, open one up and flick through. I do know why. I get incredibly frustrated if I come across an inspiring idea, or a cocktailContinue reading “Artisan Drinks”
Azizi
It’s not all about alcohol on my site. Yes, the world is dominated by spirits, wine and beer, but there are a fair share of alcohol alternatives today, especially as we find more innovative ways to enjoy a drink if we are not lucky enough to leave the car behind. With this in mind, mayContinue reading “Azizi”
Stellacello
in·spi·ra·tion noun \ˌin(t)-spə-ˈrā-shən, -(ˌ)spi-\ : something that makes someone want to do something or that gives someone an idea about what to do or create : a force or influence that inspires someone : a person, place, experience, etc., that makes someone want to do or create something : a good idea Defined by Merriam-Webster,Continue reading “Stellacello”
Glen Grant
To be classed as one of the best-selling single malt distilleries in Scotland, you need to be able expand, re-invent and keep up with demand. May I please welcome then Glen Grant, a brand considered of such a title. But how did this all come about? Glen Grants established itself back in 1840 by twoContinue reading “Glen Grant”
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