Isla Ñ Rum is a new breed of rums coming from countries you don’t usually expect this Caribbean based category to originate from. Isla Ñ is created and produced in Tucuman, a subtropical sugar-producing area in the northern region of Argentina. The brand was founded to re-create old-time distilling techniques with world-class raw materials. Appropriate then that Tucuman is in theContinue reading “Isla Ñ Tasting Notes”
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Jameson
Jameson is a brand that you see everywhere. Most pubs, bars and restaurants stock the brand, or at least one of the expressions, and is more than usually the first name to be mentioned when talking about Irish whiskey. But it wasn’t all plain sailing. Irish whiskey covered 80% of the world export market backContinue reading “Jameson”
Neighbourhood Review
As with any big city, there’s aways something new and exciting to check out. Round every corner there’s scaffolding popping up, huge signs with the words ‘coming soon!’ and a buzz on social media of the venue working its magic. With no exception would be Neighbourhood. An American styled bar and restaurant located on AvenueContinue reading “Neighbourhood Review”
Bulldog
There’s always a quirky spirit to find these days, especially if your browsing the shelves either in your bar, supermarket or online. But what would you say to a bottle that had a spiked collar neck and has the word ‘Bulldog’ in striking letters? Would you think it was a hard-hitting spirit with a bite of attitude?Continue reading “Bulldog”
-ish and -ish Limed Tasting Notes
Do you like breaking the rules? Becoming a little naughty? Perhaps so much it’s a fetish? Whatever your answer, your sure to enjoy this rather attractive and alluring gin named -ish. This London Dry gin returns to the traditional style but comes with a twist of an extra shot of juniper. It comes without any addedContinue reading “-ish and -ish Limed Tasting Notes”
Restaurant Bar & Grill Review
Last week I accepted an invite to try out Restaurant Bar & Grill in Manchester, and as a person who can never refuse such an invite in a venue which I’ve always admired, I gave it my full attention when myself and my friend turned up for a Tuesday lunch. Seated by the window of their rather stylish decorContinue reading “Restaurant Bar & Grill Review”
Corks Out Winter Tasting, Manchester Review
Last week carried on something that has been proving popular in recent years – the Corks Out tasting evenings. Back with a bang at the Castlefield Rooms in Manchester, they brought along with them a host of brands in both wine, Champagne and spirits. With the promise of a wide selection from producers including Morton, Franschhoek and Cattier asContinue reading “Corks Out Winter Tasting, Manchester Review”
Zeo Tasting Notes
To create any product you need inspiration. An idea can stem from something that already exists or it can exploit a gap in a market which you may think there is no more room. One of the latest brands to hit the UK market is ZEO. The result of several years of hard work byContinue reading “Zeo Tasting Notes”
The Liquorists Belvedere Trail Review
Ever feel like having a night of luxury? A night of sophistication? Well last week Manchester showcased themselves with a brand that oozes these qualities and more with the ever elegant Belvedere and the ever knowledgeable and glamour of The Liquorists. The usual trait of five bars. five samples and five cocktails to indulge in,Continue reading “The Liquorists Belvedere Trail Review”
The Liquorists Tequila Trail Review
Last week I took part in the latest installment of the hugely popular spirit trails hosted by the ever knowledgeable The Liquorists, with this night focusing on that sometimes forgotten category – tequila. A ‘veteran’ so to speak of these trails (I’m now on eight and counting – living up to my Drinks Enthusiast name!)Continue reading “The Liquorists Tequila Trail Review”
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