Another one of the mainstays in the recent gin resurgence here in the UK, Warner Edwards have recently released their 5th expression since their beginnings back in late 2012. With this, lets take a look at how the journey has come along, tasting the expressions along the way. Warner Edwards is the brainchild of twoContinue reading “Warner Edwards”
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Hunters Tasting Notes
As some of you know, I’m a sucker for local produce. But one spirit that came on board at a recent venture of mine is a premium Cheshire gin named Hunters. Two men are behind the brand – Ian Cass who is a veteran of the on-trade and Jon Jones who is well-known in theContinue reading “Hunters Tasting Notes”
Blackwood’s
I’m a sucker for traditionalism. Whether its cocktails, spirits, bars or restaurants, I just love delving back into how things were originally created, or indeed how they should be created. Take Blackwood’s gin for example, created using hand-harvested Shetland botanicals. A time-honoured tradition that just makes this brand, to me, stand out that little bitContinue reading “Blackwood’s”
Worship Street Whistling Shop Cream Gin Tasting Notes
The Victorian era heralded many a trend in the world of gin. Old Tom springs to mind these days as part of a resurgence in all things classic, but the team behind top bars such as The Worship Street Whistling Shop have launched a gin that is inspired by the cream gins of the Victorian gin palaces.Continue reading “Worship Street Whistling Shop Cream Gin Tasting Notes”
Larios 12 Tasting Notes
Spain is a country that thrives in the Gin & Tonic world. If you go on holiday to the country, sit yourself at a bar and order a refreshing drink, expect to have it served within a huge balloon glass, or what effectively looks like a fish bowl. Nothing wrong with this by the way,Continue reading “Larios 12 Tasting Notes”
The London Distillery Company Releases Dodd’s Gin
The London Distillery Company has announced the release of its first London-crafted gin. Developed at the new distillery in Battersea, London, Dodd’s Gin pays tribute to Ralph Dodd, an 18th century born entrepreneur and engineer, who formed The Intended London Distillery Company in 1807. Dodd’s business prospectus detailed his commitment to produce Genuine British SpiritsContinue reading “The London Distillery Company Releases Dodd’s Gin”
An Evening with Chase Distillery
I’ve just received this from one of my collaborators David Coveney, Head Barman of the Vineyard at Stockcross and The Spirit Cellar. Our name speaks for itself, we’re all about wine. However, on 21st June we’re going to be matching gin and vodka cocktails, using Herefordshire-based Chase Distillery spirits, to each of the four courses to be enjoyedContinue reading “An Evening with Chase Distillery”
Broken Shed Vodka and Lighthouse Gin Tasting Notes
New Zealand is a country you expect to grab many a fantastic wine from, but lately two spirits have been creating a bit of a stir. The Black Dog Wine Agency have brought to our shores Broken Shed vodka and Lighthouse gin, and, after a little digging to find out what all the fuss isContinue reading “Broken Shed Vodka and Lighthouse Gin Tasting Notes”
Hendrick’s Carnival of Knowledge at the Brighton Fringe
EXPAND YOUR MIND, STIMULATE YOUR SENSES AND REVIVE YOUR SPIRIT OF CURIOSITY ROLL UP! ROLL UP! JOIN HENDRICK’S CARNIVAL OF KNOWLEDGE AT THE BRIGHTON FRINGE The delightfully diverting HENDRICK’S Carnival of Knowledge – a unique travelling parlour of enlightenment – will offer intellectual sustenance to all minds at this year’s Brighton Fringe (24th – 27th May). Continue reading “Hendrick’s Carnival of Knowledge at the Brighton Fringe”
Darnley’s View and Darnley’s Spiced Gin Tasting Notes
Darnley’s View gin has a close history with the company Wemyss Malts. A gin close with whisky? Apparently in 1565, Mary Queen of Scots first spies her future husband, Lord Darnley through the courtyard window of Wemyss Castle, the historic family seat of renowned vintners and spirits merchants, the Wemyss family. So to celebrate this occasion,Continue reading “Darnley’s View and Darnley’s Spiced Gin Tasting Notes”
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