Italians have always sought to push the boundaries to create something unique – from the pioneering Renaissance art movement that placed Italy as the capital of the world’s art scene, through to Carlo Peroni, who in 1963 was inspired to craft the first premium Italian beer. To celebrate the quality of craftsmanship that is soContinue reading “The House Of Peroni Brings A Taste Of Italy To Manchester This Spring”
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Luxardo Launches Bitter Bianco For White Negroni And Aperitifs
Luxardo Bitter Bianco launches in the UK this Spring. The distilled infusion of bitter herbs, aromatic plants and citrus fruits is made to a recipe created by the Luxardo family who have re-imagined the classic Italian aperitivo. At 30 percent abv. it has a transparent ivory colour, which makes it ideal for mixing in aContinue reading “Luxardo Launches Bitter Bianco For White Negroni And Aperitifs”
Clive Owen And Paolo Sorrentino Lead (R)evolution To Film For Campari Red Diaries 2017
Campari®, the iconic red Italian bittersweet apéritif, today announces Campari Red Diaries; a holistic (r)evolution to the late Campari Calendar. Representing a step-change in the brand’s communication, Campari Red Diaries brings to life the powerful ethos that “every cocktail tells a story”, celebrating cocktails as a form of art and a powerful vehicle for expressionContinue reading “Clive Owen And Paolo Sorrentino Lead (R)evolution To Film For Campari Red Diaries 2017”
Canella
A few weeks back I was introduced to Bellini Canella, a brand I had followed on social media but never had the pleasure to experience. As the Summer enters, I thought it was now appropriate to look into the Canella brand of Italy, and see if this is a worthy contender for drink of theContinue reading “Canella”
Piccini Orange Label Chianti Now Available
Instantly recognisable, this wine is at the heart of what Piccini does: a classic Chianti made to a very traditional recipe. What’s the secret to this wine’s juicy, easy-drinking style? A traditional Tuscan technique called Governo all’uso which sees a small amount of the Sangiovese grape – which is used for all Chianti – addedContinue reading “Piccini Orange Label Chianti Now Available”
Piccini Taps Into Demand For Prosecco With New Sparkling Wine
Much-loved Italian wine brand, Piccini, launches its new 1882 spumante sparkling wine to offer the UK an affordable alternative to Prosecco. As demand for Prosecco continues to soar and rumours of a potential ‘Prosecco shortage’ continue, 1882 has been innovatively produced with a blend of 75% prosecco (glera) grapes and 25% Chardonnay grapes to offerContinue reading “Piccini Taps Into Demand For Prosecco With New Sparkling Wine”
Guiseppe Gallo And Bar Termini Present: Cafe Italia
London Cocktail Week Hub at Spitalfields Market Thursday 8 October – Saturday 10 October 2015 Open from 12 midday to 9.30pm everyday The authority on Italian spirits Giuseppe Gallo has joined forces with Bar Termini, London’s most authentic Italian coffee and cocktail bar co-founded by pioneering drinks creator Tony Conigliaro, to create Café Italia, theContinue reading “Guiseppe Gallo And Bar Termini Present: Cafe Italia”
Disaronno Riserva; A New Luxury Limited Edition
Disaronno, the world’s favourite Italian liqueur, presents a very exclusive addition to its portfolio, Disaronno Riserva; a unique blend of Scottish whisky and Disaronno – aged in Marsala barrels from the Cantine Florio in Marsala, Sicily. Produced by Augusto Reina, CEO of Illva Saronno, Disaronno Riserva is the result of an innovative and exciting ideaContinue reading “Disaronno Riserva; A New Luxury Limited Edition”
Gancia
Gancia, available all over the world, yet a sort of unsung brand when talking vermouth. Shall we rectify a little? Carlo Gancia was born back in 1829 in Borolo, Italy and studied in Reims, France to learn the production techniques for Champagne. He returned to Italy in 1850 to establish the ‘Fratelli Gancia’ Company andContinue reading “Gancia”
Martini Launches New Crafted Style Of Vermouth Di Torino
MARTINI®, the internationally awarded vermouth, has launched its new Vermouth di Torino line, MARTINI RISERVA SPECIALE. This crafted style of vermouth includes two variants, RUBINO and AMBRATO, which have been created using carefully selected Italian wines. Setting the standard for a Vermouth di Torino, the MARTINI Masters pay tribute to the traditional methods used by theContinue reading “Martini Launches New Crafted Style Of Vermouth Di Torino”
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