Archive For The “Drink” Category
Wine from the Cellier des Chartreux. If you are looking for a characterful white wine for these warmer days, then Chevalier d’Anthelme Blanc Côtes du Rhône 2023 could be for you. It is well-priced for its quality, and works perfectly with a variety of foods, too. Cartesians were one of the wealthiest orders of monks,…
Drop the booze with Zooz, a new-style wellness drink. If you want to drop the booze, raise a glass to Zooz – an innovative mushroom-based soft drink for adults. Yes, mushrooms. It’s good for you, low in calories (just 26.25 calories a serving) and tastes deliciously sophisticated, with its Italian-style zesty citrus notes. It launches…
Sauvignon Blanc Chile 2023. Those looking for a convincing lower-alcohol wine for summer sipping could be well served by the new offering from Casillero del Diablo. They present BeLight Sauvignon Blanc 2023 from Chile. I have not yet found an alcohol-free wine which has the taste and texture impact of the real thing, but Casillero…
Sparkling Cocktails for Summer. We know we should drink plenty of water, and many of us love a good cocktail. Combine the two wishes and add a little SodaStream Classic magic and you have some sparkling summer cocktails to please a crowd. SodaStreams have been around for decades. These days they are both attractive and…
The Summer Expression of the Region. The Côtes du Rhône is famed for its characterful red wines but it also has classy white wines, which are just perfect for warmer weather quaffing and pairing with lighter foods. M. Chapoutier Côtes du Rhône Belleruche Blanc 2023 is a great choice for summer. The warm Mediterranean climate…
Lower alcohol Rosé 2023. These days we are more and more looking for wines to enjoy with friends but without the alcohol levels of the traditional styles. I have tried no-alcohol wines and I confess I am not keen, but Casillero del Diablo invites you to enjoy BeLight Lower alcohol Rosé 2023. It fills the…
Versant Grenache rosé IGP Pays d’Oc 2023. The Franco-American artist Amy Jones – @studiojonesie – was given a free hand to illustrate the bottle artwork for this delicious latest and 5th limited edition of Versant Grenache rosé IGP Pays d’Oc. The clear class is painted in striking fashion. The inspiration for this work came during…
Fun Espresso. Kraken attacks again and it brings Black Spiced Roast Coffee Rum. What a friendly monster, and one which will always be welcome. It is, just like other Kraken products, instantly recognisable on the supermarket shelves. Pirates will gravitate towards the old-fashioned flagon-shape bottle with the distinctive label which will remind them of their…
Perfect for Sharing. Friends are the ‘family’ we choose. Celebrate those friendships on International Friendship Day on 30 July. Started as long ago as 1958, this day to nurture friendships was recognised by the United Nations in 2011. Across the world it’s a day to thank and recognise the people who make us laugh, show…
The lighter red. The weather is warmer at last. We tend to choose lighter wines. Red wine lovers are well-served by Mark West Pinot Noir 2022. Pinot noir wines are among the most popular in the world. By volume, most Pinot noir in America is grown in California and this Mark West hails from the…
Not Just for Tequila Day. It’s National Tequila Day, so consider exploring the refined and elegant face of this flavourful and fun spirit from the heart of Mexico. El Mayor tequilas are award-winners, so the perfect introduction. El Mayor Tequila is handcrafted using traditional methods by the Gonzalez family, one of Mexico’s most reputable tequila…
Clean and Crisp Citrus. This fills my spirit-sipping soul with fruity joy. The Salford Rum Company’s Citrus White Rum is gift quality, but I wouldn’t give this one away! Salford White Rum has classy shelf appeal. It is bottled in frosted glass, printed with the company’s signature Salford docks map. The design, by artist Dave…
SUAVE Tequila. As Tequila Day approaches, prepare for 24 July by making sure you have a bottle of luxurious, sustainable SUAVE Tequila to elevate your night. Renowned not only for its exquisite taste and ultra-premium quality, but this brand is also environmentally sustainable. In fact, it’s one of only three tequila brands in the world…
Celebrate Mexico’s most famous export on 24th July. One of the most popular social reels doing the rounds currently is Gary Brecka, The Ultimate Human Podcast host, explaining how tequila is the best form of alcohol to drink, should you be in the mood for a tipple – and with Eva Longoria liking it, we’re…
Red Wine from California. If you are looking for a good classic wine to enjoy along with your roast meats, then Carnivor Zinfandel would be a good reliable choice. The clue is in the name! The Zinfandel grape is also known as Primitivo. It has a black skin and produces luscious dark wines. It came…
A Smooth Ride. You are planning a Sunday lunch for a crowd. Dark Horse Cabernet Sauvignon could be your wine of choice. California wines account for almost 90% of all wines produced in the US. It has some of the best-regarded vineyards and producers and is best known for its celebrated Cabernets. Dark Horse is…
Rum with Asian Flavour. Any rum aficionado would enjoy a taste of Aluna Tropica. It’s deliciously characterful with flavours which will waft the sipper to white sandy beaches, blue skies and hot weather. We may not be able to afford a flight to a sun-drenched island, but we can all enjoy a taste of those…
A Taste of Scotland and Beyond. So many of us appreciate a well-crafted Scotch, but it’s likely that we don’t think of Kingston Upon Thames as the perfect location for a world class collection. That is unless you have discovered The Grey Horse. The whisky and whiskey (yes, there is a difference) menu is awesome….
Unique cocktails. Giffard products have long been prized by barmen. They are the liqueurs of choice by professionals. Banane du Brésil offers lots of inspiration for unique and classy cocktails. Banana cultivation dates back 12,000 years and is an important part of history. Indeed, the banana tree is considered to be the first plant cultivated…
Coastal spirit. Padstow Distilling, the Cornish spirits brand known for its small-batch approach and foraged and farmed ingredients, has re-released its vodka. Padstow Vodka is distilled from barley grown in the fields just above the beach at St George’s, just a mile away from the distillery. This is a smooth sipping vodka and has won…