David Smith gets up close with Beefeater Master Distiller Desmond Payne to find out more about his quest to create the perfect sipping gin. And he ends up pretty impressed. There are many popular spirits whose characters are derived from … Continue reading
The launch of Quinetum, the new quinine cordial developed by Hendrick’s Gin, has been a spur to have a look at other alcoholic drinks based on quinine. Like gin itself and indeed tonic water their uses were originally medicinal and … Continue reading
We’re all for this idea. Maison Lillet, the French apéritif producer, has just announced the launch of the first National Apéritif Day in the UK, on Thursday May 16th 2013. Inspired by the enthusiasm surrounding Lillet Rosé, their first new … Continue reading
Created by Ervin Trykowski 50ml Caorunn 20ml Lillet Blanc 5ml Bitter Truth Crème de Violet 5ml Sugar Syrup (1:1) 4 Bay Leaves Method: Add bay leaves to mixing glass and muddle, then add remaining ingredients and stir Garnish: One bay … Continue reading
