Glen Moray single malt Scotch whisky is inviting the nation’s drinkers to give in to temptation, with the latest addition to its award-winning range of single malt whiskies: Glen Moray Forbidden Fruit. Inspired by the original story of temptation and the sweet indulgence of the apple, this new whisky is finished in French oak casks
The Bee’s Knees is a true Prohibition era cocktail, created at a time when honey was often used to mask the rough edges of illicitly produced spirits. Its name was 1920s slang for something outstanding, which gives you a sense of how it was received even then. Built on gin, lemon, and honey, it is
The Amaretto Sour has been around since the 1970s, originally known for being quite sweet and often underestimated. At its best, it is a rich and balanced cocktail that combines almond liqueur with fresh citrus. Modern versions have brought it back into favour by adding structure and cutting through the sweetness. With the right balance,
The Boulevardier is often described as the whiskey lover’s Negroni, swapping gin for bourbon or rye to create something warmer and richer. It dates back to the 1920s and carries that same sense of timeless appeal. It keeps the equal parts simplicity but adds a deeper, rounder profile that feels especially suited to cooler evenings.
The Vieux Carré was created in New Orleans in the 1930s and is named after the city’s historic French Quarter. It blends whiskey, cognac, vermouth, and bitters into a complex and layered cocktail. Unlike simpler classics, this one builds flavour with every ingredient, creating something deep and structured. It is a drink that invites you
The Last Word is a Prohibition era cocktail that was rediscovered in the early 2000s and quickly regained its place as a modern favourite. It combines gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime in equal parts. Its balance is unusual but incredibly precise, with herbal, sweet, and citrus notes all working together. It is bold,
The Clover Club dates back to the late nineteenth century and was named after a Philadelphia gentlemen’s club. It combines gin, raspberry, lemon, and egg white for a drink that is both elegant and approachable. It is known for its soft pink colour and smooth texture, thanks to the egg white. The balance of fruit
The Aviation is an early twentieth century cocktail that gets its name from its pale sky like colour. It blends gin, maraschino liqueur, lemon, and crème de violette. For years it was made without the violet liqueur, but its return has brought back the drink’s distinctive floral note. It is light, aromatic, and slightly unusual.
The Corpse Reviver No. 2 comes from the Savoy Cocktail Book and was originally intended as a morning pick me up. It combines gin, Cointreau, Lillet, lemon, and a touch of absinthe. It is bright, aromatic, and slightly mysterious, with layers of flavour that reveal themselves over time. Despite its name, it is more refreshing
The Pegu Club cocktail dates back to British colonial Burma and was named after a famous social club in Rangoon. It combines gin, orange liqueur, lime, and bitters. It shares similarities with other citrus forward classics but has its own distinctive balance. The bitters add a subtle complexity that sets it apart. It is crisp,