The Cotswolds Plough is little gem of a country house hotel and the ideal spot for exploring the Cotswolds and nearby Oxford. Locally known for quality if its food it also has a truly special bar with over 40 types … Continue reading
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Author Archives: Gin Queen
Bruach Bar
Brought Ferry is not normally a place one associates with the most sophisticated things in life but this bar breaks the mould. Our reporter raves that Bruach has 12 different types of gin (including loads of our faves) and know … Continue reading
Bar Four
Bar Four in Liverpool is a proper serious cocktail bar with a vast array of cocktails, beers, wines and spirits. Situated in the Beatles inspired Hard Day’s Night Hotel It is a must go place in Liverpool city centre. The … Continue reading
The Gin Bar at The New Ellington Hotel
Proof if it were needed that gin is back big time comes in the form of Leeds’ first dedicated gin bar at boutique hotel, The New Ellington. Having gained recognition in the BBC’s Olive magazine, The Times, The Evening Post … Continue reading
Epernay
Epernay, the champagne expert who stock around 150 types of champagne, has now opened a first floor bar in Manchester’s Great Northern Tower. As you can imagine it’s proving a big hit for those looking for a taste of the … Continue reading
Boutique
Just around the corner from the city’s famous Corn Exchange, Boutique is a leading light in Leeds’ ever burgeoning cocktail scene. With a fantastic range of premium gins behind the bar, the inventive team under the leadership of Gary Hayward … Continue reading
The Refectory
Here’s a great idea – a cocktail bar located in the heart of a Distillery. Not just any old distillery either but the historic Blackfriars Distillery, home of Plymouth Gin in Devon, one of the oldest working distilleries in the … Continue reading
The Office
The Office is open, light and airy and much more a bar than a pub despite its pub-like frontage. Particularly as from this month it’s decided to specialise in all things gin. Currently it’s got a staggering 25 gins behind … Continue reading
The Hanbury Club
A new late night members’ club uniquely located at the far end of Brighton’s sea front within a beautiful Grade II listed building. The venue, formerly the Hanbury Ballroom, has been totally refurbed in the best possible taste by the … Continue reading
Cerise Bar
For inspirational eating and drinking Cerise Brasserie and Bar at The Forbury Hotel is the place. The food is superb with relaxed Mediterranean style cooking and a menu that follows the seasons, not the latest fashion. The drinks are simply … Continue reading
Central Bar
Right in the middle of Bath, the Central Bar is relaxed by day, funky by night. Fresh delicious food is served from breakfast onwards with a fantastic lunch menu. In the evening, the atmosphere changes with great music, low lights … Continue reading
The Bluecoat
The Bluecoat is located in a historic Grade II listed building on Fore Street in the heart of Hertford. It’s recently been completely refurbished and now has a swanky dining room seating 70 and a very stylish bar with a … Continue reading
Williams Bar and Bistro
Hotel bars are the places to be right now and Williams Bar and bistro at the St. James’s Hotel enjoys the perfect location just off St. James’s Street, near Mayfair. Tucked away in a Victorian townhouse, it is close to … Continue reading
Prince of Wales
A proper pub The Prince of Wales was totally renovated in 2007 and transformed into a chic and contemporary British boozer with a great selection of beers and wines and quality drinks made in a relaxed and informal environment. The … Continue reading
The Lost Society
Lost Society is a fab drinking spot in South London that was awarded Best Bar 2006 by Time Out for its cocktails, food, ambience and service. Located in a two-storey 16th century former barn, Lost Society consists of a series … Continue reading
Black Cherry Bar
Gintime spies are everywhere and a big thank you to Anita for telling us about this cool spot in up and coming Dulwich. Black Cherry has it all – stylish décor, chilled tunes, fantastic service, and a really friendly laid … Continue reading
Tabernacle
The Tabernacle, off Old Street in EC2 is one more reason why this part of East London maintains its rep as the home of cool. Set in a Victorian warehouse conversion, on the ground floor is an airy and spacious … Continue reading
Ninetyeight Bar & Lounge
Be surprised by a mischievous mix of toys, sweets and luscious décor in the midst of too cool for school Shoreditch. Ninetyeight is a breath of fresh air, providing an uplifting retreat for like-minded individuals. This venue prides itself on … Continue reading
Barcelona Tapas Bar and Restaurant
There are now a number of Barcelona Tapas bars in London and their stated mission is to bring the authentic taste of Spanish food and wine to stressed out city dwellers. In this they undoubtedly succeed. The relatively new City … Continue reading
Essence Tapas Bar
Come the evening, this Smithfields bar is as fiery as a Latin lover, and indeed a request for a caipirinha had our bartender fondly reminiscing of sharing such a tipple with a Brazilian chap on a sun-drenched beach. Looking around, … Continue reading
