Drinks Reviews

Tidal Rum

From Islands near and far. Tidal Rum is a winner before even opening the bottle.  It has shelf appeal with its tactile rounded shape and...

Firecracker Gin

Perfect Christmas cracker companion. The Lancaster Spirits Company produces some very interesting and inspirational drinks. Firecracker Gin is one of that number and it could...

Altano – Rewilding Edition

Christmas from Douro Portugal. Symington Family Estates is one of the world’s leading producers of premium port, the leading vineyard owner in the Douro Valley...

Iconic Drambuie

A Festive Scottish Sip. It’s Christmas and the sideboard (or your classy 1930s drinks trolley) will be groaning with the usual suspects. This year that...

Bullards Eco-Refill Pouches

The Gin that keeps on giving. Bullards distils a great range of spirits, and they are perfect for giving and receiving! It’s time to start...

Berry and Basil Gin Liqueur

Cooper King Distillery. Tasting notes for Berry and Basil Gin Liqueur from Cooper King: a luxurious, fruity liqueur, bursting with ripe Yorkshire raspberries and finely...

Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Tesco Finest from New Zealand. Sauvignon Blanc 2021 from the Tesco Finest range is made from grapes grown in Marlborough on the South Island of...

The Spirits of Christmas

Delicious Gifts for 2022! Christmas gifts need to have impact; be welcomed by the recipients; and be different to make you stand out from the...

LUSTRE in a bottle

Plant-based cream liqueur. There are lots more vegan and vegetarian drinks options these days, and here is a delicious one. Drinks producer and distributor Global...

Glenlivet Whisky

Single Malt Scotch with Warming Sunshine Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve is a bit of a departure from the distillery’s other offerings, and it holds a unique...

Avallen Calvados

Pure Apple Brandy. Avallen is ‘apple tree’ in the ancient and almost forgotten Cornish language. This is a contemporary Calvados, and the only ‘old’ element...

Santa Ana Gin

Tastefully Beautiful. Buying a bottle of spirits is often a bit like going to the library and choosing a book. You don’t know much about...

The London Essence Company

Fizz with Flavour. I confess that these well-crafted mixers are new to me – and what a delightful surprise! The perfectly named company was founded...

Cardi Bay Vodka

Eccentric Spirit Co Welsh Inspiration. Eccentric Spirits has a range of Welsh gin and spirits with individuality in taste and shelf appeal. The collection celebrates...

Anna de Codorníu Brut

Spain’s Best-Selling Cava. The Codorníu estate has more than 450 years of history. They are the oldest wine and cava producer in Spain – and...

Chateau Saint-Maur M Cru Classé 2021

Summer Rosé We have never had such a warm summer. It hasn’t done much good for our gardens but has been perfect for entertaining. Saint-M...

Aluna Peach and Pomelo Liqueur

Coconut Rum and Fruit Aluna Toasted Coconut Rum was born when three surfing friends discussed their love for great rums and the prospect of making...