Next Stop Paris For MONIN Cup UK Champion

Peter Nguyen from Mr Fogg’s Residence in London is heading for Paris to compete against mixologists from around the world, following a resounding victory at the MONIN Cup UK Final. The thrilling event was the culmination of MONIN’s biennial search for the country’s most exciting new bartending stars. Following regional heats across the UK ,Continue reading “Next Stop Paris For MONIN Cup UK Champion”

Auchentoshan Announces UK Bartenders To Join The World’s First New Malt Order

  On Monday 19 September, seven of the UK’s most creative talent from behind top city bars went head-to-head to prove they have what it takes to become a founding member of Auchentoshan’s new global bartender club; New Malt Order. This is no ordinary bartender competition; it’s so much more. The prize? To create the very firstContinue reading “Auchentoshan Announces UK Bartenders To Join The World’s First New Malt Order”

Hi-Spirits Shakes Up London Cocktail Week

Southern Comfort, Buffalo Trace Bourbon and Langley’s Gin will all have a high profile during London Cocktail Week 2016, with unique drinks and a diverse offer from distributor Hi-Spirits. This year’s celebration of the capital’s thriving cocktail culture, running from 3 – 9 October, promises to be the biggest and most vibrant yet. The Southern Comfort ChickenContinue reading “Hi-Spirits Shakes Up London Cocktail Week”

The UK’S Biggest Cocktail Festival Returns To London

Taking over the city for the seventh year running, the biggest party of its kind – London Cocktail Week – gives you access to an unrivalled celebration of the city’s award-winning bars, bartenders and cocktail culture. £10 Festival Passes are available to purchase now from DrinkUp.London. It’s back and better than ever, with a CentralContinue reading “The UK’S Biggest Cocktail Festival Returns To London”

Coffee Culture Meets Cocktail Hour For The Coffee Revolution

A nation of coffee lovers are now enjoying their favourite drink from morning cup through to evening cocktail, as the UK’s love for coffee booms. Research shows that almost half of cocktail drinkers regularly choose flavoured cocktails including those mixed with coffee (source: CGA Mixed Drinks Report 2016). From the classic Espresso Martini, to newContinue reading “Coffee Culture Meets Cocktail Hour For The Coffee Revolution”

Thrilling MONIN Cup UK Final Set For London Cocktail Week

MONIN will showcase the country’s most exciting new bartending stars during London Cocktail Week, with the thrilling climax of its national cocktail competition. Following a series of hotly-contested regional heats at top bars around the country, eight young bartenders – one taking part in her first ever cocktail competition – will travel from as farContinue reading “Thrilling MONIN Cup UK Final Set For London Cocktail Week”

Oktoberfest East Festival – Bavaria Comes to East London

This autumn, beer lovers will descend on Oval Space for an alternative Bavarian-themed experience like no other. Under an Alpine canopy, Oktoberfest East will bring the very best traditional aspects of the famous Bavarian beer festival to the heart of East London from 28th September – 9th October, complete with a unique and immersive foodContinue reading “Oktoberfest East Festival – Bavaria Comes to East London”

Seven Award-Winning Bartenders To Take Over Patron Cocktail Lab For London Cocktail Week

For this year’s London Cocktail Week, Patrón Tequila has invited seven acclaimed international bartenders from Miami to Münich and San Juan to Singapore to host a takeover of Patrón Cocktail Lab – a destination for cocktail recipes and inspiration – to create and serve cocktails inspired by their city. Taking place at Spitalfields Market, 3-9Continue reading “Seven Award-Winning Bartenders To Take Over Patron Cocktail Lab For London Cocktail Week”

Martin Siska Joins Scarfes Bar At Rosewood London As Bar Manager

Scarfes Bar at Rosewood London has recently welcomed Martin Siska to join the team as Bar Manager. With ten years experience in London’s high-end, hotel bar scene, Martin brings a wealth of experience alongside a dedication to quality service and a passion and creativity for creating cocktails. Martin will be working with the Scarfes BarContinue reading “Martin Siska Joins Scarfes Bar At Rosewood London As Bar Manager”

Spirit Cartel Introduces The True Spirit Of London

Spirit Cartel, home to the dauntless spirit specialists, adds quintessentially British, City of London Distillery Gins to its portfolio of fine liquors. The renowned small-batch micro-distillery opened in 2012 inside entrepreneur Jonathan Clark’s cocktail bar, and was the first working distillery to open in the heart of the City of London for 200 years. MakingContinue reading “Spirit Cartel Introduces The True Spirit Of London”