by Renaud Timson | Jul 19, 2021 | Article, Cocktails, Whisky
The important thing in life is not the triumph, but the fight; the essential thing is not to have won, but to have fought well. Let’s take some time to honour all the competitors who will be pushing their bodies to the limit the Tokyo 2021 Summer Olympics. Here are a...
by Renaud Timson | Jul 16, 2021 | Article, Irish Whiskey, Review
Re-Peat After Me: Lugnaquilla Irish Whisky The Barrel Hunter There are times when we go on a whisky quest for a particular bottle. Other times, it finds us. This review comes to you thanks to the latter. There are many familiar names in Irish Whiskey: Jameson,...
by Renaud Timson | Jul 8, 2021 | Article, Vodka
Some call it “Vitamin V”. Others refer to it as “Pirate Water” or “Mono-Polka”. One writer penned his thoughts on the above thusly: “It seems to punch a hole directly in the subconscious, setting of off gestures and facial expressions. It menaces and it chastises,...
by Brendan Waller | Jun 22, 2021 | Article, Gin
Gin is one of the most well-known alcoholic spirits in the world. It has a long and interesting history that goes all the way back to medieval times when it was distilled as an herbal medicine. As time went on, gin became more popular, and a lot of different styles...
by Renaud Timson | Jun 7, 2021 | Article, Scotch
The world of Scotch whisky is vast and complex. Some would say that it is too extensive for any one person to truly understand. Yet, this blog post will not be dissuaded in its attempt to provide a comprehensive, if distilled, look at the different regions that make...
by Brendan Waller | May 24, 2021 | Article, Cocktails
Aperol Spritz: The Aperol Spritz is the quintessential Italian cocktail. It’s easy to make for friends at your next backyard barbecue or dinner party. In fact, all you need are a few ingredients. The refreshing taste of Aperol pairs well with an apple...
