London, home to some of the best bartenders in the world, is set to discover some bright new talent as the second heat of the UKBG National Cocktail Competition, sponsored by Wood’s 100 Old Navy Rum, heads to the Cocktail Capital. The event, which will take place at the Red Bar, Grosvenor House, Park LaneContinue reading “UKBG Cocktail Competition Seeks Fresh New Talent In London”
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Sailor Jerry Launches UK Initiative To Get Bartenders A Day Off And Find The ‘Nation’s Favourite Bartender’
Sailor Jerry is taking a bold step. For the first time in UK history, it is launching an initiative to show bartenders some appreciation for all that they do for its patrons. The spiced rum brand is campaigning for 100,000 signatures to bring a petition to parliament and have Bartender Appreciation Day (B.A.D.) recognised asContinue reading “Sailor Jerry Launches UK Initiative To Get Bartenders A Day Off And Find The ‘Nation’s Favourite Bartender’”
Rumbullion! XO – The World’s First Super-Premium Spiced Rum
UK Drinks Distributor Maverick Drinks is proud to announce the launch of the world’s first super-premium spiced rum, Rumbullion! XO. This fabulous spirit is a 15-year-old version of Professor Cornelius Ampleforth’s award-winning spiced rum which was launched to critical acclaim in 2011. Based on a blend of top-quality, rich 15-year-old Caribbean rum, Rumbullion! XO isContinue reading “Rumbullion! XO – The World’s First Super-Premium Spiced Rum”
Lamb’s
18 rums together. A hard task for many a rum lover, but spare a thought for Alfred Lamb, wine connoisseur and entrepreneur, who blended 18 back in 1849 to create the staple that we know call Lamb’s. It might sound like a simple story, but some of the best and well-known names are simple, andContinue reading “Lamb’s”
English Spirit Distillery
On my travels I sometimes come across the more localised distilleries, exhibiting themselves to consumers through markets and festivals, and being incredibly hands on to really market their range. Once such name that I’ve seen a fair bit of is the English Spirit Distillery. Over the last few months, I’ve been winding my way throughContinue reading “English Spirit Distillery”
Don Papa
I love a good rum. I work a lot with many rum brands within my work which means I occasionally come across new expressions, or indeed new names, and have the honour of experiencing. A product of the Philippines made the jump to the UK back in February and has been enjoying a wave ofContinue reading “Don Papa”
Three-Day Ron Montero Festival Launches On Tropical Coast Of Granada, Spain
PURVEYORS OF PREMIUM RUM CELEBRATE RUM CULTURE WITH INTERACTIVE TOURS, MIXOLOGY CLASSES, LIVE MUSIC, PARTIES AND MORE Ron Montero Festival 6th, 7th & 8th June Motril, Granada http://www.ronmontero.com The inaugural Ron Montero Festival launches this summer taking over the picturesque city of Motril, Spain. Spearheaded by the areas biggest rum providers, Ron Montero, the boldest festival of its kind will captureContinue reading “Three-Day Ron Montero Festival Launches On Tropical Coast Of Granada, Spain”
Two UK Bartending Superstars Win Colombia Lifetime Experience
Alex Lawrence from Orchid bar in Aberdeen and Walter Pintus from The Rivoli Bar at The Ritz London have been selected from over 60 entrants to win one of the most intrepid prizes in cocktailing history. As the two winners of La Hechicera Rum’s #WanderlustColombia challenge, they will go to live and work in theContinue reading “Two UK Bartending Superstars Win Colombia Lifetime Experience”
Spirits and Cocktail Masterclass at The Hale Grill
Guest writer Rowan Molyneux attended one of my spirit based events last week, taking advantage of learning about some of the venues most favourite spirits to offer; On a grey Tuesday afternoon, I hopped on a train heading out of Piccadilly towards a part of Greater Manchester I’d never explored before. Well, technically Greater Manchester,Continue reading “Spirits and Cocktail Masterclass at The Hale Grill”
A Guest Look Into Bacardi – Untameable Since 1862
Bacardi’s recent launch of its new campaign has bought a wave of interest from both sides of the bar. For guest columnist Keeley Watts, a history lesson and a new love were the order of the day when the brand rolled into Manchester. When asked what the most recognised rum brand in the world is,Continue reading “A Guest Look Into Bacardi – Untameable Since 1862”
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