Though St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner, we believe that Bushmills should be enjoyed across the year. Produced in the oldest licensed distillery in the world (licensed in 1608!), Bushmills is whiskey history, and as Bushmills themselves would say – “We’re not good because we’re old, we’re old because we’re good.” What is Bushmills […]
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Rich, intense and creamy… an espresso martini always hits the spot. This delicious coffee and vodka blend has exploded in popularity over the past five years, especially among those who love a good caffeine kick. Since its creation in the 80s, the espresso martini has grown so popular that it’s been given its own day […]
A staple brunch accessory and renowned hangover cure, the Bloody Mary is an iconic (if a little controversial) cocktail classic. As with most famous cocktails, what we know about the creation of the Bloody Mary largely amounts to rumours and hearsay. It is often credited to Ferdinand Petiot, a mixologist at legendary 1920s Parisian bar, Harry’s New York. Petiot was supposedly introduced to a simple blend of vodka and tomato […]
The most famous tequila cocktail of all time, the Tequila Sunrise is adored worldwide for its fresh fruity flavours and picture-perfect appearance. This stunning mix was invented in Sausalito, California in the early 1970s and shot to stardom following endorsements by rock legends like The Rolling Stones and The Eagles. The Tequila Sunrise has remained one of the most iconic 70s cocktails thanks to its California skyline aesthetic and undeniably groovy taste. Making your own Tequila Sunrise […]
The Close Shave embodies what every cocktail should be: elegant, sophisticated, and brilliantly boozy. Perfect for sipping from brunch ‘til dusk, this bubbly treat has an air of Upper East Side glamour that is certain to have you feeling like a member of the Sex and the City glitterati. Combining all the finer things in life, the Close Shave cocktail is a deceptively simple blend of Vodka, Elderflower […]
Boozy, caffeinated, and luxuriously creamy, the White Russian is an unequivocal cocktail classic. Made from a simple recipe of vodka, cream, and coffee liqueur, this drink is thankfully as easy to prepare as it is delicious. The White Russian first appeared in the 1960s as a twist on its cream-free predecessor, the Black Russian. Contrary to what their names would suggest, the Black Russian was invented in […]
Amongst the new wave of funky flavoured spirits taking over the cocktail lists (parma violets and rhubarb, anyone?), the Whiskey Sour is an evergreen classic that will never go out of style. Thirst-quenching with a bit of zest, this classic cocktail has endured the test of time with its first recorded appearance in 1870. Though […]
This month’s tastebud-tingling cocktail is the legendary Cosmopolitan. Made famous by Carrie Bradshaw, the morally repugnant lead character of Sex & The City, the ‘Cosmo’ is a lip-smacking sweet and sour combination of vodka, cranberry and citric orange sure to make your mouth water. This recipe makes two Cosmos. Ingredients: 120ml Vodka (We used Grey […]