The Pimm’s No 1 is a British gin-based liquor made with fruit juices, spices, herbs, and quinine. This drink was created by James Pimm, a restaurateur in the city of London during the 1880s. Mr. Pimm devised a gin sling…
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Bloom – Premium London Dry Gin
The popularity of gin shows no sign of abating and continues to be hot in 2020. Among the world’s favourite spirits, gin is unique for its aromatic botanical aromas and flavours. GIN HISTORY Gin was originally produced in Holland for…
Amaro Nonino Quintessentia
Amaro Nonino Quintessentia Amaro Nonino Quintessentia is a grappa-based Amaro (bitters) infused with mountain herbs. It is aged five years in Nevers, Limousin, and ex-sherry barriques, which are relatively small barrels, before bottling. The base ingredient here is a grappa…
The Cold Facts About Ice
The Cold Facts About Ice In Cocktail Preparation Many cocktails have to be properly chilled. Ice, of course, plays a very important role here. Whether it is shaken with the ingredients and then strained away, or simply added to the…
Grand Centenario Rosangel Tequila
Grand Centenario Rosangel Tequila Gran Centenario is Mexico’s most award winning ultra-premium tequila producer. Named in 1895 to commemorate the turn of the new century, Gran Centenario has remained family owned and continues to be hand crafted in small batches…
Maple Flavoured-Whiskey
Maple syrup is a distinctive North-American product. The wonderful flavour of maple syrup has been a chef’s staple for many years and now it is used by bartenders. Maple syrup packs more complexity and flavour than the simple sugar syrup.…
Bigallet Viriana China-China
Bigallet Viriana China-China is an artisanal liqueur from the French Alps, and being produced since 1875. It is made from a blend of sweet and bitter orange peels which have been macerated and distilled in alembic stills. A delightful bouquet…
The Kraken Black Spiced Rum
Mix it up with The Kraken Black Spiced Rum The Kraken rum takes its name from the mythical sea beast. The story goes that many years ago The Kraken wreaked havoc on tall ships and rum-running vessels. It is said…
OR-G Liqueur
The spirits world is often associated with sex. Not surprising. At the beginning there was X-Rated, then Kinky, and now OR-G liqueur. Or-G caters to young adults and is marketed as ‘the official spirit of the female entourage‘. OR-G is…
Ratafia – France Other Drink
Ratafia by Cocktail hunter Ratafia Even after Cognac, Armagnac, Calvados, fruit brandies, and liqueurs in endless varieties, France still offers the dedicated imbibers an array of other drinks such as Ratafia. In some grape-growing areas of France, local aperitifs are…