The How-To Guide for Living Life One Cocktail at a Time
I have to be honest I do love a cool bottle and Stambecco Amaro has a great bottle, but this Amaro, this Maraschino Cherry Amaro to be more specific, is much more than just its bottle. Born in Italy, the home of the amaro, Stambecco…
Italicus means ‘Italian’ in Latin, and as founder Giuseppe Gallo claims, it is the spirit brand that celebrates the entire country of Italy. My question is can you bottle the whole of Italy into one spirit? After sitting down with Giuseppe, while sharing an Italicus…
From now on, I am always having a bottle of Coole Swan Irish Cream Liqueur in my fridge. As far as I’m concerned, it’s one of the greatest luxuries in the spirit world, and in only one sip, you will know what I mean. I…
Looking for a non-alcoholic version of your favorite amaro spritz? Then Wilfred’s might just become your new best friend. Ruby-red with a combination of orange, rosemary, rhubarb and clove, Wilfred’s is “Reinventing the Spritz!” The spritz must be the most ubiquitous cocktail in the world…
Avallen is the Calvados that is shaking up the tree! Made from only apples, this award-winning cider brandy may be made traditionally, but it’s totally and utterly contemporary! Does knowing the owners of a brand make you inherently biased towards that brand? Probably, but when…
There’s a new kid in town and he’s getting noticed. Daddy Rack Tennessee Straight Whiskey launched in the USA last year and grew to be one of the most successful whiskey launches of the year. Now it’s venturing across the pond to the UK. Master…
The big question on everyone’s lips when picking up a bottle of Black Cow Vodka is “Can you make vodka from milk?” I am happy to report that the answer is, “YES” and, not only vodka, but a great vodka! I doubt that I will…
Tanqueray continues to add to their portfolio and this time it’s a gin with the most gorgeous color, as well as taste – Tanqueray Blackcurrant Royale! If you are a gin lover or a purple lover like I am, then time to raise the roof.…
No matter how you feel about Jägermeister, it’s here to stay! Say its name and most people will immediately think Jäger Bombs, but it is so much more than that. Not that there is anything wrong Jager Bombs, but its cocktail possibilities are limitless. What…
A new expression has just been added to the Starward Whisky range, Starward Left-Field Whisky, and this one has been matured in 100% French oak. Oh là là! I was already introduced to the beauty of Starward when I interviewed Pete Garraway, their UK Brand…