Part of our mate Mal Evans’s bar empire, Mojo wins on atmosphere alone. Situated off Deansgate, the focus here, as with other Mojo outposts, is very much on music, proper old school music that is. As a result it’s a … Continue reading
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Apotheca
Apotheca is the sister bar to the very popular Dough pizza restaurant and is housed in the same building so not far to go when the munchies strike. Once a real apothecary, ie a chemists, that former role provides the … Continue reading
Socio Rehab
Manchester’s flagship cocktail bar and a real institution, Socio Rehab is renowned for disco cocktails, and luminous concoctions with a garnish that wouldn’t look out of place in an ice cream van 10p mix. Brilliant gin holding with some two … Continue reading
Caorunn and 10 Dollar Shake Launch Jubilee Cocktail
Britain’s gin drinkers can pay tribute to the Queen’s Jubilee this summer by sipping on a new Caorunn cocktail – Jubilee & Tea. Created by innovative cocktail catering company, 10 Dollar Shake, to mark the already much anticipated Royal celebration … Continue reading
A G&T With Martin Miller’s Gin
Here’s a lovely night out . Martin Miller’s Gin are hosting a gin evening at between 8 pm and 9 pm at The Elgin, 96 Ladbroke Grove, Notting Hill on 28th February. Guests will get the opportunity to sample a … Continue reading
Harvesting Juniper and Orris in Tuscany
Weird but true that in all the years I’ve been writing about gin botanicals I’ve never actually seen the harvesting process for myself. Imagine my delight then when I was invited by Bombay Sapphire Gin to join a crew of … Continue reading
Bombay Sapphire Celebrates the Diamond Jubilee Exhibition
The private view of Queen Elizabeth II by Cecil Beaton: A Diamond Jubilee Celebration at the V&A Museum last night was a star studded affair and also an occasion which saw senior members of the Royal Family (pictured) in attendance. … Continue reading
Don’t Miss Beefeater 24 Molecular Masterclass Sat 18th Feb
Here’s a top treat for Valentine’s Day especially for those who want to avoid the usual clichés – Beefeater 24 has collaborated with renowned mixologist Tony Conigliaro to create the Beefeater 24 Molecular Masterclass. An exclusive free molecular cocktail session, … Continue reading
Pernod Ricard Partners with The Saatchi Gallery
Pernod Ricard UK, owners of Beefeater, Beefeater 24 and Plymouth Gin and other leading brands, confirmed today that it has become a Corporate Patron of the Saatchi Gallery. This sponsorship enables Pernod Ricard UK to showcase its premium status, its … Continue reading
Bombay Sapphire Rhubarb Runway Fizz
40ml Bombay Sapphire 15ml freshly squeezed lime juice 15ml Rhubarb Liqueur 50ml Fever-Tree Tonic Water Add the lemon juice, rhubarb liqueur and Bombay Sapphire to a clean tall glass. Stir. Add plenty of cubed ice and stir again. Top with … Continue reading
Bombay Sapphire Glamorous Moments
40ml Bombay Sapphire 20ml freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice 12.5ml vanilla sugar syrup Measure all ingredients into the glass part of a cocktail shaker, fully fill with cubed ice, attach the top section securely, shake very hard then double strain … Continue reading
Bombay Sapphire Delights the Fashionistas
Last night’s super glam fashion event at Mayfair’s hottest new club Le Baron saw the launch of Marie Claire RUNWAY, a new fashion bi-annual publication launching in both print and digital platforms for women who live and breathe fashion. And … Continue reading
London Gin Master Class
A date for your diary. On February 11th Tony Conigliaro will host a day long extra special master class at 69 Colebrooke Row focusing on London Gins. More information on the course and how to book can be found here … Continue reading
Stories Before Bedtime and a Nice Glass of Hendricks
Following on from the huge success of its opening autumn season, the Criterion Theatre announces the next month of Criterion Presents, a unique programme of events and plays designed to challenge the traditional preconceptions of West End Theatre and cement … Continue reading
The First Ultimate Bombay Bottle Sells in Travel Retail
Yikes, someone had a very nice Christmas. Bacardi Global Travel Retail and F1RST Tax & Duty Free (The Nuance Group) have announced the sale of the first Swarovski-studded Bombay Sapphire gin bottle in travel retail. The first of only four … Continue reading
The Year of Dickens
The 7th February 2012 marks the bicentenary of the birth of Charles Dickens, literary genius, social commentator non pareil and of course, gin lover. There’s a whole host of fantastic events happening throughout the year from major exhibitions to literary … Continue reading
Hendricks Celebrates Leap Year with Unusual Courtship Clinics
On the 29th of February each leap year, the normal rules of courtship are reversed, and women may freely pursue and propose to gentlemen of their choice. To celebrate this topsy turvy scenario, Hendrick’s Unusual Month of Reverse Courtship will … Continue reading
Plymouth Gin Ups the Ante
Great to see that Chivas Brothers, the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, has introduced an immensely stylish new look for Plymouth Gin. It’s all part of a strategy to move Plymouth Gin upmarket alongside a global … Continue reading
BBF Launches New On Line Tools for Busy Bartenders
Helping bartenders and publicans get the New Year off to a great start leading spirits company Bacardi Brown-Forman Brands (BBFB) has launched a new set of integrated tools to their trade website Pourfection.com designed to take users through the stages … Continue reading
New Gin and Jazz Nights at Intercontinental London Park Lane
Here’s a great way to spend Thursday nights. The InterContinental London Park Lane has just launched ‘Gin & Jazz’, an evocative monthly tribute to classic cocktails and golden age Jazz in the heart of Mayfair. Set in the sumptuous hotel … Continue reading
