Back to the Future with Beaujolais It’s not often you get to celebrate your 100-year anniversary. So when the lovely people at Château des Jacques decided to throw a lunch party at Michelin starred Pied à Terre in Fitzrovia’s Charlotte St, it was an offer I couldn’t refuse. We were invited for a tasting of […]
Exploring the Flavours of Scotland: Caorunn Gin and anCnoc Whisky Tours
delving into the world of anCnoc single malt whisky and Caorunn Gin while visiting two distinct distilleries, both deeply rooted in Scottish pride
Yuzu Margarita with Choya Umeshu
Make mine a Margarita Everyone has a favourite cocktail. I have friends who love a Negroni and others who will order a Martini 007 style every time. If I indulge in a ‘proper’ cocktail, mine will always be a Margarita. I prefer the classic style of serving – shaken and served in a salt-rimmed glass. […]
Irish Cream Liqueur Espresso Martini Cocktail
Sipping Irish Joy with a decadent Cream Espresso Martini As the festive season draws in, I always like to find the perfect Christmas cocktail, a decadent concoction that captures the essence of this special season. This year I’m making an Irish Cream Liqueur Espresso Martini. This delectable holiday treat seamlessly combines the richness of Irish […]
Gin and Elderflower Cocktail Recipe
Crafting the Perfect Cotswolds Gin Cocktail This zesty gin cocktail brings together two of my favourite ingredients… No.2 Wildflower Gin from the Cotswolds Distillery and Belvoir Farm’s excellent Elderflower Cordial. Combining these ingredients with freshly squeezed lemon and a dash of Cointreau makes a chic way to kickstart a special evening. This cocktail can be […]
Nordés Gin and the perfect gin and tonic
Exploring Flavour – an Artisan Gin and Tonic My drinks shelf is heaving with pretty bottles of artisan gin. I love exploring the flavours that artisan gin makers create – I’m always tempted to buy a bottle when I’m travelling because I know that a good artisan gin will transport me back to a favourite […]
Cocktail Society – Spiced Tommy’s Margarita and More
Mess-Free Mixology from the Cocktail Society Ever wanted to serve bar-quality cocktails at home without the fuss? My own cocktail-making goes in fits and starts – sometimes I’m happy enough to line up a range of ingredients to shake and stir into submission. But generally, if I have guests I want to spend my time […]
Caorunn, Scottish Highlands Gin
Caorunn Gin, A Captivating Blend of Scottish Tradition and Innovation When it comes to premium craft gins, few can match the character and impeccable quality of Caorunn Gin. Produced in the Scottish Highlands at the Balmenach Distillery by Inverness and the Spey, this artisanal spirit embodies a harmonious blend of traditional distillation methods and contemporary […]
Pink Fizz For Summer
From Cava to Champagne – Four Favourites For Summer. While Summer still seems to be slow in making an appearance this year, I’m all for checking out the perfect pink fizz right now so that I can spend my summer evenings chilling out in style. My four picks provide a range of perfect pinks that […]
Devil’s Own Cocktail with 57° Skye Earth and Sea
An Island Gin that blends Earth and Sea Botanicals and Devil’s Own Cocktail One of the more fascinating aspects of artisan gin for me is how the botanicals invoke memories. Not always, of course. But, with a heritage that takes my roots back to Skye and Mull, I was keen to try an Isle of […]