Lately I’ve been commissioned by a new mixer brand based in London to create a range of cocktails ready for their official launch. Duly obliging, I came up with a variety, all with different base spirits to capture a variety of moods the drink could capture. The chance to create cocktails for a brand isContinue reading “Hawkes”
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Leblon Brings ‘The Spirit Of Brazil’ To UK Bars And Homes This Summer
This summer, Leblon Natural Cane Cachaça, a national treasure of Brazil, is bringing a splash of South American spirit to the UK with its delicious artisanal cocktails and must-visit experiences. Handcrafted and produced at Maison Leblon in Minas Gerais, Brazil’s fertile agricultural heartland, Leblon Cachaça is already a favourite tipple in top culinary venues inContinue reading “Leblon Brings ‘The Spirit Of Brazil’ To UK Bars And Homes This Summer”
Belvoir Fruit Farms
I enquired about a brand that, I don’t know about you, I’ve seen a fair bit of lately, cropping up in bars and restaurants all over Manchester. Not one to miss out on a drinking sensation, I spoke to the team at Belvoir Fruit Farms to see what all the fuss is about. You see,Continue reading “Belvoir Fruit Farms”
Limited Edition BLOOM Gin Strawberry Cup launches in UK
BLOOM London Dry Gin announces the launch of its first Summer Limited Edition gin liquor, BLOOM Strawberry Cup. Master Distiller, Joanne Moore has created a new version of her floral BLOOM Gin by steeping fresh English strawberries in BLOOM London Dry Gin for a delicious taste of summer. The signature serve of BLOOM Strawberry CupContinue reading “Limited Edition BLOOM Gin Strawberry Cup launches in UK”
Buffalo Trace Distillery
I don’t know about you, but when I experience something, it sticks into my mind. I still remember the first time I sampled the Buffalo Trace range, held at The Anthologist Bar near St Paul’s Cathedral, London during London Cocktail Week 2011. It was hear that I met Drew Mayville, Sazerac Buffalo Trace Master Blender, who explainedContinue reading “Buffalo Trace Distillery”
Pimento Tasting Notes
‘At last, a beverage without alcohol, stronger than alcohol’. Sounds like the perfect tag line to grab your attention doesn’t it? Back in 2009, it caught the attention of it home nation France, an in particular Paris, where it was launched in March of that year. But what exactly is it? Well Pimento is a carbonatedContinue reading “Pimento Tasting Notes”
Riserva Carlo Alberto Tasting Notes
I’m on a bit of a vermouth mission at the moment. My previous post took a look at an Italian range which hit the UK at the latter end of last year. This particular range came to fruition in 2011, but this article will focus on a name that has been in production since theContinue reading “Riserva Carlo Alberto Tasting Notes”
Mancino Tasting Notes
Vermouth is a category that I’ve touched on a couple of times in the past, although these have mainly been some of the more recognisable names such as Cinzano, as well as covering the likes of Cocchi and Sacred, but I’ve personally noticed a trend that seems to be happening here in the UK, withContinue reading “Mancino Tasting Notes”
Make This Burns Night Extraordinary With Drambuie
This Burns Night, Drambuie tempts discerning drinkers to celebrate Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns, with more than just a wee dram. The origins of Drambuie lie in a secret recipe first created 269 years ago on the Isle of Skye off the West coast of Scotland. A blend of the finest aged Scotch whisky, spicesContinue reading “Make This Burns Night Extraordinary With Drambuie”
Beefeater Tasting Notes
The Chelsea Distillery is a name that many of you have probably never heard of, but back in the 1820’s, it was big business, and started one of the world’s most famous gin brands – Beefeater. I’m surprised I’ve never covered Beefeater fully before, and with a presence in most bars, it makes perfect senseContinue reading “Beefeater Tasting Notes”
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