Where would Batman be without Robin… Starsky without Hutch… Bert without Ernie…. But most important of all!!! WHERE WOULD GIN BE WITHOUT TONIC!!!!! (I know the thought is too much to bear)… At the moment all us “ginthusists” are being spoilt rotten, the bustling gin market is masterfully creating some truly scrumptious drinks, turning a… Continue reading NO SHOW WITHOUT PUNCH
BOXCAR – “HYBRID COCKTAIL”
The history behind the Boxcar Cocktail is sparse… but it seems to be a hybrid cocktail, a next generation crossbreed situation between a Pink Lady and a White Lady……. I shall name it the “The Powder Pink Lady”?? (although the grenadine does make it pretty pink…) Anyways… this hybrid cocktail is fresh and zingy with… Continue reading BOXCAR – “HYBRID COCKTAIL”
LUCKY NO. 209
History of the Distillery No.209, a San Francisco based Distillery steeped in intriguing history and even more intriguing spirits! The Distillery’s fascinating journey began in 1882 with William Scheffler at his Napa Valley winery, the “Edge Hill Estate”, and there in a small brick shed at the back of the property; Scheffler being a Distiller… Continue reading LUCKY NO. 209
No. 209 Chardonnay Reserve Barrel Gin – Serves
My Serve The below serve I created for No.209 Chardonnay Reserve Barrel really compliments the buttery smoothness from the gin “JUST PEACHY G & T” - 45ml of No. 209 Chardonnay Reserve Gin - 60 ml of Hmemade Peach Puree - 15ml of fresh lemon juice - 10ml of Peach Schnapps - Ice -… Continue reading No. 209 Chardonnay Reserve Barrel Gin – Serves
THE “SUNDOWNER” DRINK – THE SPIRIT OF AFRICA
The African elephant, is for many cultures a symbol of strength and power. What a fitting name then for a good solid gin, a liquid that packs a punch; introducing to you German made Elephant Gin, a creation that lives up to the great creature that it is named after, revealing a great tasting… Continue reading THE “SUNDOWNER” DRINK – THE SPIRIT OF AFRICA
SPICED ORANGE CHOCOLATE MARTINI (dairy free / vegan friendly)
This creation came from an Instagram challenge invite by a fellow cocktail enthusiast & Master Cocktail Artist @servedbysoberon who wanted to throw a celebration for his homeland Belgium's, National Day, wanting all invitees to draw inspiration from the great treats that Belgium has to offer. I have had the pleasure of visiting this wonderful country on a few… Continue reading SPICED ORANGE CHOCOLATE MARTINI (dairy free / vegan friendly)
PEDDLERS GIN CO
"Paris of the Orient” – a nickname branded to Shanghai in the early 20th century, due to its blend of Eastern and Western cultures, with its unmistakably unique oriental charm and culture mixed with strong western influences stemming from its modern architecture. A multi-cultural metropolis that is rapidly developing a strong cocktail/bar scene, so… Continue reading PEDDLERS GIN CO
