Grasovka was released into the UK at the tail end of last year, capitalizing on the bison vodka market. As any brand who wishes to be a part of the vodka trend, you have to stand out as unique, otherwise you fall into oblivion and end up being part of the forgotten depths. The categoryContinue reading “Grasovka”
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Marca Negra
Marca Negra is the latest addition to the UK’s growing Mezcal market. I’ve managed to get my teeth into some this past month, after realising that I am yet to feature a Mezcal on my site. But what is Mezcal? Well Mezcal is essentially a distilled alcoholic beverage made from the maguey plant (a formContinue reading “Marca Negra”
Liverpool Distillery
The gin movement is rising, with plenty of artisan distilleries popping up around the UK. One such brand is Liverpool Distillery, producing their very own organic gin. Based in Kirkdale, the organic gin has been produced by Liverpool based Belvedere pub landlord John O’Dowd in a joint venture with Liverpool Organic Brewery. Back in the day, most citiesContinue reading “Liverpool Distillery”
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”
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”
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”
Shake, Rattle and Stir on the London Gin Journey
Being based in Manchester, I’m well versed with the bar scene of both the city centre and the surrounding area. Whether it’s promoting a specific bar to the wider world, launching a product in an established venue, or hosting a master class within a newcomer, I’m always in and around, getting to know the trendsContinue reading “Shake, Rattle and Stir on the London Gin Journey”
Gilpin’s Tasting Notes
Everyone has a goal in life. To do the best, succeed and fulfil your ambitions, make yourself strive to be at the top of the mountain. No matter what career path you choose, you will always have targets, little goals that keep you focused. One of my main targets in life has been surpassed andContinue reading “Gilpin’s Tasting Notes”
Reyka Bitters Tasting Notes
Bitters can be a bartenders best friend. Most bars will have a box full of wonderful flavours, all adding a different dimension to your favourite drink. From the most famous to the most extensive, your never short on possibilities, both in a bar or indeed at home. It’s also common these days for collaborations, creatingContinue reading “Reyka Bitters Tasting Notes”
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