A liqueur fit for a King? Berry Bros. & Rudd are steeped in tradition themselves, but to produce a liqueur that will warm the cockles of King Edward VII is a mighty step in the right direction. But how did it all come about? In the early days of King Edward VII’s reign, the royalContinue reading “The King’s Ginger Tasting Notes”
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Thunder Tasting Notes
Catchphrases and slogans can define a brand. Budweiser is a prime example of this with their campaign back in the 90’s and early 2000’s, but smaller more unrecognised brands will launch themselves with a tag which will helpfully stick in people’s memories when browsing a bars offerings. Well here’s one – ‘The Mountain’s Best Kept Secret’ –Continue reading “Thunder Tasting Notes”
Crystal Head Vodka – End of the World Cocktails
Inspired by the world of the supernatural and the archeological mystery of the 13 crystal heads, Crystal Head Vodka is the brainchild of iconic actor Dan Aykroyd. With the world’s predicted end this Friday 21st December-according to the Mayan Calendar- Crystal Head Vodka has created two cocktails to toast our (possible) impending doom. Should theContinue reading “Crystal Head Vodka – End of the World Cocktails”
Southern Comfort Tasting Notes
Southern Comfort is a brand that everyone knows. Go to any bar and you will see it showcased with your favourite mixer or blended into a cocktail. But have you ever tried it straight? Over a couple of cubes of ice? It’s a rarity you ever hear this spirit called over a bar to be drunkContinue reading “Southern Comfort Tasting Notes”
Mandarine Napoléon
Liqueurs is a funny category. Many of you may not realise how much liqueurs you can consume in a life-time. Cocktails, after-dinner, pre-dinner, coffee, hot chocolate all could have some kind of liqueur to usually sweeten up or emphasize a flavour. They can be seen on bars around the world but rarely would you point oneContinue reading “Mandarine Napoléon”
An Unusual Beverage to Celebrate St Andrews Day
The good people of Scotland gather every year on 30th November to celebrate St Andrew’s Day. In celebration of this day, Hendrick’s Gin has concocted Andrew’s sloe juniper, a specially crafted cocktail ideal for paying homage to Scotland’s patron saint and all things Scottish. In parts of Europe , superstitious belief exists that the nightContinue reading “An Unusual Beverage to Celebrate St Andrews Day”
Rémy Martin Tasting Notes
Cognac, a brandy from the Cognac region of France, is a category that is heavily stereotyped with an image of rich, successful business types enjoying a hearty measure with a cigar being puffed emphatically. But the thing with stereotypes, and Rémy Martin in particular, is that they’ve accustomed themselves to a Chinese whisper. One consumer hears that the cognacContinue reading “Rémy Martin Tasting Notes”
Crystal Head Vodka Tasting Notes
Ever heard of the legend of the 13 crystal skulls? Found around the world and dated between 5,000 and 35,000 years old, it is said that they were carved over a period of hundred of years, with no reasoning behind them. Many however believe that they offer spiritual powers. Two such men who are fascinatedContinue reading “Crystal Head Vodka Tasting Notes”
Absolut Tasting Notes
Absolut vodka is a well-known, pioneering brand all over the world, and recently I’ve been lucky enough to try the original, as well as several of their flavoured options. But first, how did Absolut come about? Every drop of Absolut vodka comes from one source – the little-known village of Åhus in southern Sweden. More than 400 yearsContinue reading “Absolut Tasting Notes”
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”
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