Disaronno, the world’s favourite Italian liqueur, presents a very exclusive addition to its portfolio, Disaronno Riserva; a unique blend of Scottish whisky and Disaronno – aged in Marsala barrels from the Cantine Florio in Marsala, Sicily. Produced by Augusto Reina, CEO of Illva Saronno, Disaronno Riserva is the result of an innovative and exciting ideaContinue reading “Disaronno Riserva; A New Luxury Limited Edition”
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Dream Of Paradise With A Pusser’s Painkiller
If cocktails could talk, this one would entertain you. The Painkiller, a classic Pusser’s Rum drink made using four key ingredients (that’s Pusser’s Rum, cream of coconut, orange and pineapple juice, for those who don’t know) served over the rocks and garnished with fresh ground nutmeg, has a rich history dating back to the ‘70s.Continue reading “Dream Of Paradise With A Pusser’s Painkiller”
“Rum Is More Than A Spirit, It’s A Lifestyle”
As RumFest fast approaches the rum tickled talent on display at the ILEC, London will host industry heavyweights with barrels of experience set to inform, entertain and captivate. The two day rum extravaganza on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th October features over 400 of the most diverse rums from across the globe including established favouritesContinue reading ““Rum Is More Than A Spirit, It’s A Lifestyle””
Bowmore Mizunara Cask Finish Brings Together Two Of The World’s Most Famous Whisky Islands
Bowmore Islay Single Malt Whisky is proud to announce the launch of Bowmore Mizunara Cask Finish, the first-ever Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky to be finished in precious, hand-crafted Japanese Mizunara oak casks. Set for global release on 1 September 2015, the limited edition Bowmore Mizunara Cask Finish brings together two of the world’s mostContinue reading “Bowmore Mizunara Cask Finish Brings Together Two Of The World’s Most Famous Whisky Islands”
7 Greek Street Social
Leeds has a new speakeasy. A secret bar, open only at weekends, in the heart of the city. Intrigued? I was. And so I travelled over to a show-off evening full of cocktail delights, canapés and a sense of wonder for the ideas they have in mind. Boothed seating, bright neon sign and a bar stockedContinue reading “7 Greek Street Social”
Thomas Dakin
The year 2015 will be seen as the year that Manchester itself has gained its own city based gin. Although initial production will be housed from the relatively local, yet one of the oldest gin distilleries in the world, G&J Distillers in Warrington, the new brand of Thomas Dakin gin will be a Mancunian brandContinue reading “Thomas Dakin”
Linie
Aquavit. Ever come across the name? It’s not the most common of spirit categories here in the UK compared to the likes of whisky, rum or gin, but if you’ve ever visited any part of Scandinavia you will have more than likely drank some form of aquavit, the local tipple of choice. Aquavit itself isContinue reading “Linie”
Gancia
Gancia, available all over the world, yet a sort of unsung brand when talking vermouth. Shall we rectify a little? Carlo Gancia was born back in 1829 in Borolo, Italy and studied in Reims, France to learn the production techniques for Champagne. He returned to Italy in 1850 to establish the ‘Fratelli Gancia’ Company andContinue reading “Gancia”
Villa Lobos
A range of tequila expressions that have floated around the UK market over the last few years has found footing on some major stepping-stones coming in the next few months, placing itself within the highly respected Instil Spirits portfolio to certify that it’s not just a one-trick-pony. So what is Villa Lobos? Villa Lobos is theContinue reading “Villa Lobos”
A Look At The Linie Awards 2015
Last week saw myself attend the annual Nordic extravaganza, the Linie Awards 2015. The event is the culmination of the best that the Nordic countries have to offer from the world of food and drink, with respective competitions to find the number one dish and cocktail for the year. In its 10th year, 2015 sawContinue reading “A Look At The Linie Awards 2015”
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