In the last episode in this current season, it's all about the summery feels…Our product reviews takes our tastebuds to sunny Mexico as we sample Nixta De Elote, an intriguing corn liqueur, and Vida De Muertos, a new expression from Del Maguey Mezcal. Bar-wise, we keep things a little closer to home as we head up to the terrace at The Nest at The Treehouse Hotel to soak up the sublime views and taste the delicious seasonal cocktails. Then on to our book choice, which is all about the man who brought rays of light to the London bar scene: Mr Dick Bradsell, in the hot-off-the-press 'Dick Tales – Thank Yous and Sluggings' edited by Anistatia Miller and Jared Brown.Lastly, we couldn't reference summer drinks without talking tiki, and we couldn't talk tiki without catching up with Sly Augustin, owner of Trailer Happiness. Tune in to find out how he brings the sunshine vibes to his basement bar in London's Notting Hill.What we're mixing:White Port &amp; Tonic50ml Graham's Blend No5 White PortTonicLemon wheel and mint sprig to garnishMethod:Pour the Graham's Blend No5 into a Highball or wine glass with plenty of ice. Top up with tonic and garnish with fresh mint and a lemon slice.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, visit thecocktaillovers.comFor the products featured in this episode, see websites below:Del Maguey Vida De MuertosDick Tales – Thank Yous and SluggingsNixta De EloteThe NestTrailer HappinessThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the last episode in this current season, it's all about the summery feels…Our product reviews takes our tastebuds to sunny Mexico as we sample Nixta De Elote, an intriguing corn liqueur, and Vida De Muertos, a new expression from Del Maguey Mezcal. Bar-wise, we keep things a little closer to home as we head up to the terrace at The Nest at The Treehouse Hotel to soak up the sublime views and taste the delicious seasonal cocktails. Then on to our book choice, which is all about the man who brought rays of light to the London bar scene: Mr Dick Bradsell, in the hot-off-the-press 'Dick Tales – Thank Yous and Sluggings' edited by Anistatia Miller and Jared Brown.Lastly, we couldn't reference summer drinks without talking tiki, and we couldn't talk tiki without catching up with Sly Augustin, owner of Trailer Happiness. Tune in to find out how he brings the sunshine vibes to his basement bar in London's Notting Hill. <h3>What we're mixing:</h3> White Port &amp; Tonic50ml Graham's Blend No5 White PortTonicLemon wheel and mint sprig to garnishMethod:Pour the Graham's Blend No5 into a Highball or wine glass with plenty of ice. Top up with tonic and garnish with fresh mint and a lemon slice.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, visit <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>For the products featured in this episode, see websites below:<a href="https://delmaguey.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Del Maguey Vida De Muertos</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=dick+bradsell&amp;crid=3SF9DZXXMZTG9&amp;sprefix=dick+bradsell%2Caps%2C65&amp;ref=nb_sb_noss" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Dick Tales – Thank Yous and Sluggings</a><a href="https://nixtalicor.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Nixta De Elote</a><a href="https://www.treehousehotels.com/london/eat-drink/nest" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Nest</a><a href="https://trailerh.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Trailer Happiness</a><h3> </h3><h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3><h3>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h3> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

A taste of summer

With World Martini Day on 18th June and World Music Day on 21st June, we have Martinis, we have music and a whole lot more…We start with our two product reviews: Gin D'Azur from sunny Provence and Birch Botanical Spirit from bonny Scotland, before heading over to London's longest serving bar, the American Bar at the Savoy to check out its brand new menu.Then it's music, first in our featured book, Booze and Vinyl – A spirited guide to great music and mixed drink by André and Tenaya Darlington, followed by our interview with Jon Nickoll, resident pianist at the American Bar. Listen in to hear to hear about his journey in music, duets with Amy Winehouse and Paul McCartney and special performances live from his piano.What we're mixing…Dry Martini (of course)Ingredients:3 parts gin (we used Beefeater London Dry)1 part dry vermouth (we used Martini Bianco)Lemon twistMethod:Stir ingredients over ice in a chilled mixing glass. Pour into a chilled Martini glass and garnish with a lemon zest.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their websites below:American Bar at the SavoyBirch Botanical SpiritsBooze and Vinyl – A spirited guide to great music and mixed drinkGin D'AzurJon NickollThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With World Martini Day on 18th June and World Music Day on 21st June, we have Martinis, we have music and a whole lot more…We start with our two product reviews: Gin D'Azur from sunny Provence and Birch Botanical Spirit from bonny Scotland, before heading over to London's longest serving bar, the American Bar at the Savoy to check out its brand new menu.Then it's music, first in our featured book, Booze and Vinyl – A spirited guide to great music and mixed drink by André and Tenaya Darlington, followed by our interview with Jon Nickoll, resident pianist at the American Bar. Listen in to hear to hear about his journey in music, duets with Amy Winehouse and Paul McCartney and special performances live from his piano. <h3>What we're mixing…</h3> Dry Martini (of course)Ingredients:3 parts gin (we used Beefeater London Dry)1 part dry vermouth (we used Martini Bianco)Lemon twistMethod:Stir ingredients over ice in a chilled mixing glass. Pour into a chilled Martini glass and garnish with a lemon zest. <h3>For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a></h3><h3>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their websites below:</h3> <a href="https://www.thesavoylondon.com/restaurant/american-bar/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">American Bar at the Savoy</a><a href="https://buckandbirch.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Birch Botanical Spirits</a><a href="https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/tenaya-darlington/booze-vinyl/9780762463473/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Booze and Vinyl – A spirited guide to great music and mixed drink</a><a href="https://www.gindazur.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwhqaVBhCxARIsAHK1tiO5MekOctqrBXOVa-v-Lw7jQA-lkvUdp09MXNtDT38ftpnwsBpGkBUaAki8EALw_wcB" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Gin D'Azur</a><a href="https://jonnickollmusic.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Jon Nickoll</a> <h2>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h2><h2>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h2> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Music and Martinis

Bunting at the ready people, this week's episode is a right royal celebration of Her Majesty The Queen.We taste two drinks created specially for the Platinum Jubilee. For £20, we have Foxdenton Jubilee Summer Pudding Gin Liqueur; add a few more noughts and you can buy the second product that we're tasting, the exceedingly regal Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee Edition, a snip at $20,000.Having created cocktails for Her Majesty The Queen during his tenure at the American Bar at the Savoy, we thought it was only fitting to highlight the drinks of Joe Gilmore in his book Joe Gilmore And His Cocktails, and lastly, we head over to The Goring, a firm Royal favourite since it opened in 1910 to talk to its General Manager Michael Voigt, Bar Manager Tiago Mira and sample its Platinum Jubilee cocktails.What we're mixing:Dubonnet Cocktail1 part gin2 parts DubonnetLemon twistMethod:Stir ingredients over ice in a mixing glass. Pour into a chilled Nick &amp; Nora garnish and garnish with a lemon zest.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their websites below:Foxdenton Jubilee Summer Pudding Gin LiqueurJoe Gilmore And His CocktailsRoyal Salute Platinum Jubilee EditionThe Goring HotelThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bunting at the ready people, this week's episode is a right royal celebration of Her Majesty The Queen.We taste two drinks created specially for the Platinum Jubilee. For £20, we have Foxdenton Jubilee Summer Pudding Gin Liqueur; add a few more noughts and you can buy the second product that we're tasting, the exceedingly regal Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee Edition, a snip at $20,000.Having created cocktails for Her Majesty The Queen during his tenure at the American Bar at the Savoy, we thought it was only fitting to highlight the drinks of Joe Gilmore in his book Joe Gilmore And His Cocktails, and lastly, we head over to The Goring, a firm Royal favourite since it opened in 1910 to talk to its General Manager Michael Voigt, Bar Manager Tiago Mira and sample its Platinum Jubilee cocktails. <h4>What we're mixing:</h4> Dubonnet Cocktail1 part gin2 parts DubonnetLemon twistMethod:Stir ingredients over ice in a mixing glass. Pour into a chilled Nick &amp; Nora garnish and garnish with a lemon zest. <h3>For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a></h3><h3>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their websites below:</h3> <a href="http://foxdentonestate.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Foxdenton Jubilee Summer Pudding Gin Liqueur</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/JOE-GILMORE-COCKTAILS-Nicholas-Foulkes/dp/B00DZO9TT6" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Joe Gilmore And His Cocktails</a><a href="https://www.royalsalute.com/en/journal/5-ways-to-celebrate-the-platinum-jubilee-with-royal-salute/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Royal Salute Platinum Jubilee Edition</a><a href="https://www.thegoring.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Goring Hotel</a> <h3> </h3><h2>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h2><h2>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h2> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Celebratory drinks for the Platinum Jubilee

May 21st is World Whisky Day, so taking as our inspiration, we're keeping things suitably dark and tasty.We kick things off with our two product reviews: the first, The Wiseman Bourbon – new to the UK; the other, one of our favourites, Takamaka Rum, bringing its St. André Series all the way from the Seychelles.Shochu Lounge in Fitzrovia keeps the dark and sexy vibe going strong and as for (mostly) dark, contemplative – read 'classic' drinks to make at home, we're picking out 'Old Man Drinks' by Robert Schnakenberg.Where does the whisky come in? That's down to this week's guest, Thomas Aske. co-founder of our favourite whisky bar Black Rock. Tune in to hear how he went from bar back to bar owner and, drum roll please, winning over the hard nuts in Dragons Den to amplify his monthly subscription service, Whisky Me.What we're mixing:Whisky Highball (serves one)50ml blended whisky (we used Johnnie Walker Black Label)100-150 ml soda waterLemon peel to garnishMethod:Fill a chilled Highball glass with ice. Add whisky (preferably from the freezer) and top up will chilled soda water. No need to stir. Garnish with lemon peel twist.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their websites below:Black Rock BarOld Man DrinksShochu LoungeTakamaka RumThe Wiseman BourbonWhisky MeThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

May 21st is World Whisky Day, so taking as our inspiration, we're keeping things suitably dark and tasty.We kick things off with our two product reviews: the first, The Wiseman Bourbon – new to the UK; the other, one of our favourites, Takamaka Rum, bringing its St. André Series all the way from the Seychelles.Shochu Lounge in Fitzrovia keeps the dark and sexy vibe going strong and as for (mostly) dark, contemplative – read 'classic' drinks to make at home, we're picking out 'Old Man Drinks' by Robert Schnakenberg.Where does the whisky come in? That's down to this week's guest, Thomas Aske. co-founder of our favourite whisky bar Black Rock. Tune in to hear how he went from bar back to bar owner and, drum roll please, winning over the hard nuts in Dragons Den to amplify his monthly subscription service, Whisky Me.What we're mixing:Whisky Highball (serves one)50ml blended whisky (we used Johnnie Walker Black Label)100-150 ml soda waterLemon peel to garnishMethod:Fill a chilled Highball glass with ice. Add whisky (preferably from the freezer) and top up will chilled soda water. No need to stir. Garnish with lemon peel twist. <h3>For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a></h3><h3>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their websites below:</h3> <a href="https://www.blackrock.bar" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Rock Bar</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Old-Man-Drinks-Robert-Schnakenberg/dp/1594744505" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Old Man Drinks</a><a href="https://www.rokarestaurant.com/restaurant/shochu-lounge/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shochu Lounge</a><a href="https://www.takamakarum.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Takamaka Rum</a><a href="https://kentuckyowlbourbon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Wiseman Bourbon</a><a href="https://whisky-me.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Whisky Me</a> <h3> </h3><h2>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h2><h2>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h2> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Taking a sip on the dark side

There’s no particular theme to this week’s episode, just plenty of the good stuff we think you should have on your radar.Starting with our two featured products: Acqua Bianca Liqueur from the Maestro Salvatore Calabrese and the nifty, very natty Crafty Little Rye from The Oxford Artisan Distillery – both great tipples to keep in mind for the warmer days ahead.Rather than a standard bar review, we’ve gone large, talking about the cool experiences and fab drinks offering at Edinburgh’s latest visitor attraction, the state-of-the-art Johnnie Walker Princes Street in Edinburgh. As for our book, it’s an oldie but goodie packed with great recipes and ideas, it’s the excellent Good Things To Drink With Mr Lyan &amp; Friends.Then it’s over to Eric Van Beek from Handshake in Mexico City. With four bars in the World’s 50 Best Bars List, Mexico City and its bars are definitely on our must-visit list. Read more about them in the latest issue of The Cocktail Lovers magazine, available now. And did we mention that we’re proud winners of the Best Food &amp; Drink Podcast in the Publisher Podcast Awards? Time for a cocktail to celebrate:The Dandy (serves 2)25ml cognac12.5ml Dom Benedictine Liqueur12.5ml Luxardo Liqueur12.5ml sugar syrupChilled Brut Champagne to topSeasonal berries to garnishMethod:Add first four ingredients to a mixing glass, stir to combine. Pour into chilled Coupes and top with Champagne. Garnish with seasonal berries. For a Punch, double the measures of the first four ingredients and add to a punch bowl. Pour the contents of a chilled bottle of Champagne into the bowl and garnish as above.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our brand new digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their websites below:Acqua BiancaCrafty Little RyeGood Things To Drink With Mr Lyan &amp; FriendsHandshake BarJohnnie Walker Princes StreetThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There’s no particular theme to this week’s episode, just plenty of the good stuff we think you should have on your radar.Starting with our two featured products: Acqua Bianca Liqueur from the Maestro Salvatore Calabrese and the nifty, very natty Crafty Little Rye from The Oxford Artisan Distillery – both great tipples to keep in mind for the warmer days ahead.Rather than a standard bar review, we’ve gone large, talking about the cool experiences and fab drinks offering at Edinburgh’s latest visitor attraction, the state-of-the-art Johnnie Walker Princes Street in Edinburgh. As for our book, it’s an oldie but goodie packed with great recipes and ideas, it’s the excellent Good Things To Drink With Mr Lyan &amp; Friends.Then it’s over to Eric Van Beek from Handshake in Mexico City. With four bars in the World’s 50 Best Bars List, Mexico City and its bars are definitely on our must-visit list. Read more about them in the latest issue of The Cocktail Lovers magazine, available now. And did we mention that we’re proud winners of the Best Food &amp; Drink Podcast in the Publisher Podcast Awards? Time for a cocktail to celebrate:The Dandy (serves 2)25ml cognac12.5ml Dom Benedictine Liqueur12.5ml Luxardo Liqueur12.5ml sugar syrupChilled Brut Champagne to topSeasonal berries to garnishMethod:Add first four ingredients to a mixing glass, stir to combine. Pour into chilled Coupes and top with Champagne. Garnish with seasonal berries. For a Punch, double the measures of the first four ingredients and add to a punch bowl. Pour the contents of a chilled bottle of Champagne into the bowl and garnish as above. <h3>For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our brand new digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a></h3><h3>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their websites below:</h3> <a href="https://www.acqua-bianca.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Acqua Bianca</a><a href="https://www.theoxfordartisandistillery.com/oxford-rye-whisky-crafty-little-rye" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Crafty Little Rye</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Good-Things-Drink-Lyan-Friends/dp/0711236712" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Good Things To Drink With Mr Lyan &amp; Friends</a><a href="https://handshake.bar" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Handshake Bar</a><a href="https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-gb/visit-us-princes-street/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw37iTBhCWARIsACBt1IyqcpyEQixUFFuRkKpV9Rb5oPzq-6ydBCvoREuQrDhlDUoXgndTkIkaAqjWEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Johnnie Walker Princes Street</a> <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3><h3>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h3> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Summer sips, an Edinburgh trip & cocktails in Mexico City

Today is National Tea Day, so naturally we're brewing up something special in that department. But rather than mixing things up for ourselves, we're featuring two canned cocktails: one, Empirical Can O1 with milky oolong tea, the other, Riddles Ice Tea starring tequila. The tea theme continues in this week's library pick, the mouthwatering, truly amazing 'Time For Tea' by Tom Parker-Bowles.With tea taken care of, we head to Canary Wharf to sample the cocktail delights at The Lowback, the fab new addition from the Hawksmoor team, then it's over to Liam Broom and Chris Tanner for cocktail tips and to find out about their cool collaboration at Silverleaf.What we're mixing:English 75 (serves 1)50ml gin15ml freshly squeezed lemon juice5ml sugar syrupEnglish Sparkling Wine to lengthenMethod:Shake first three ingredients over ice. Pour into a chilled flute and top with English Sparkling Wine. Stir gently to combine.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, visit thecocktaillovers.comFor the products featured in this episode, see websites below:EmpiricalRiddles Tequila Ice TeaSilverleafThe LowbackTime For TeaThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today is National Tea Day, so naturally we're brewing up something special in that department. But rather than mixing things up for ourselves, we're featuring two canned cocktails: one, Empirical Can O1 with milky oolong tea, the other, Riddles Ice Tea starring tequila. The tea theme continues in this week's library pick, the mouthwatering, truly amazing 'Time For Tea' by Tom Parker-Bowles.With tea taken care of, we head to Canary Wharf to sample the cocktail delights at The Lowback, the fab new addition from the Hawksmoor team, then it's over to Liam Broom and Chris Tanner for cocktail tips and to find out about their cool collaboration at Silverleaf.What we're mixing:English 75 (serves 1)50ml gin15ml freshly squeezed lemon juice5ml sugar syrupEnglish Sparkling Wine to lengthenMethod:Shake first three ingredients over ice. Pour into a chilled flute and top with English Sparkling Wine. Stir gently to combine. <h3>For more from The Cocktail Lovers, visit <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a></h3> For the products featured in this episode, see websites below:<a href="https://www.empirical.co/shop/#cans" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Empirical</a><a href="https://www.riddlesicetea.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Riddles Tequila Ice Tea</a><a href="https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pp-london/dining/silverleaf.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Silverleaf</a><a href="https://thehawksmoor.com/locations/thelowback/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Lowback</a><a href="https://www.fortnumandmason.com/tea/time-for-tea" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Time For Tea</a><h3> </h3><h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3><h3>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h3> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Canned cocktails for National Tea Day!

Jenson Button

We're calling this the Big G episode. Why? Because it's where we mix up grape, grain and gin.We look ahead to National Gin and Tonic Day as we sample two gins: one from India, the other from Cornwall and we get our grape fix from this weeks’ library pick – not a recipe book but a memoir called 'Wine Girl', by Victoria James.We have an interview with the OG of British motor racing, the one, the only Jenson Button who talks about his latest project, which blends two of his newfound passions: coach building and whisky. And our last G is reserved for Gabriel Waterhouse, who heads up The Water House Project in East London. The food is fab but wait 'til you try the house made non-alcoholic pairings. Quite frankly, they’re bloody genius.What we're mixing:Americano2 parts Campari2 parts sweet vermouth3 parts sodaOrange twist to garnishMethod:Fill a Highball glass with ice, then add the Campari and sweet vermouth. Top with the soda water and stir gently to combine. Garnish with an orange twist.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their details below:Coachbuilt WhiskyJaisalmer GinPenny Drop Cornish Old Tom GinThe Waterhouse ProjectWine GirlThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're calling this the Big G episode. Why? Because it's where we mix up grape, grain and gin.We look ahead to National Gin and Tonic Day as we sample two gins: one from India, the other from Cornwall and we get our grape fix from this weeks’ library pick – not a recipe book but a memoir called 'Wine Girl', by Victoria James.We have an interview with the OG of British motor racing, the one, the only Jenson Button who talks about his latest project, which blends two of his newfound passions: coach building and whisky. And our last G is reserved for Gabriel Waterhouse, who heads up The Water House Project in East London. The food is fab but wait 'til you try the house made non-alcoholic pairings. Quite frankly, they’re bloody genius.What we're mixing:Americano2 parts Campari2 parts sweet vermouth3 parts sodaOrange twist to garnishMethod:Fill a Highball glass with ice, then add the Campari and sweet vermouth. Top with the soda water and stir gently to combine. Garnish with an orange twist. <h3>For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a></h3><h3> </h3><h3>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their details below:</h3> <a href="https://www.coachbuiltwhisky.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Coachbuilt Whisky</a><a href="http://jaisalmergin.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Jaisalmer Gin</a><a href="https://www.drinkfinder.co.uk/p/118701/old-tom-gin/drink-finder/penny-drop-cornish-old-tom-gin-70cl" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Penny Drop Cornish Old Tom Gin</a><a href="https://www.thewaterhouseproject.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Waterhouse Project</a><a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/wine-girl/victoria-james/9780349726250" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Wine Girl</a> <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3><h3>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h3><h3> </h3> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Talking blends with Jenson Button

We start by mixing a special cocktail with Dima's, a proudly Ukranian Vodka.The rest of the show takes in two wee bottles with big ideas. There's Beeble, a honey-infused whisky and Smål, a diminutive gin bursting with flavour and attitude. Our library pick makes no apology for its heftiness – each of the 900+ pages in 'The Oxford Companion To Spirits &amp; Cocktails' is there for a reason.And on to our featured bar, Seed Library. With its delicious drinks, groovy 70s-esque living room vibe and carefully curated vinyl collection, it's a must-visit for oldies and newcomers alike.Then there's our sponsored interview from Geoff Robinson talking about the characteristics of Santa Teresa 1796 rum and the brand new City Solera programme.What we're mixing:Ukranian Fizz30ml Dima's Vodka10ml freshly-squeezed lemon juice10ml limoncello3 slices of cucumber90ml sparkling wineMethod:Shake the first four ingredients over ice. Double strain into a chilled flute or wine glass and top with 90ml of sparkling wine. Garnish with a strip of cucumber or lemon slice (optional).For more from The Cocktail Lovers, visit thecocktaillovers.comFor the products featured in this episode, see websites below:BeebleDima's VodkaSanta Teresa 1796 RumSeed LibrarySmålThe Oxford Companion to Spirits &amp; CocktailsTo donate to Ukraine, see:Disasters Emergency CommitteeRed CrossUnicefFor details of Santa Teresa City Solera programme follow Geoff RobinsonBenjamin Nolf, (France) ben_spiritsLuis Viera, (Madrid) luisviera_ronsantateres#CitySolera1796The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We start by mixing a special cocktail with Dima's, a proudly Ukranian Vodka.The rest of the show takes in two wee bottles with big ideas. There's Beeble, a honey-infused whisky and Smål, a diminutive gin bursting with flavour and attitude. Our library pick makes no apology for its heftiness – each of the 900+ pages in 'The Oxford Companion To Spirits &amp; Cocktails' is there for a reason.And on to our featured bar, Seed Library. With its delicious drinks, groovy 70s-esque living room vibe and carefully curated vinyl collection, it's a must-visit for oldies and newcomers alike.Then there's our sponsored interview from Geoff Robinson talking about the characteristics of Santa Teresa 1796 rum and the brand new City Solera programme. <h3>What we're mixing:</h3><h3> </h3>Ukranian Fizz30ml Dima's Vodka10ml freshly-squeezed lemon juice10ml limoncello3 slices of cucumber90ml sparkling wineMethod:Shake the first four ingredients over ice. Double strain into a chilled flute or wine glass and top with 90ml of sparkling wine. Garnish with a strip of cucumber or lemon slice (optional).For more from The Cocktail Lovers, visit <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>For the products featured in this episode, see websites below:<a href="https://beeble.buzz" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Beeble</a><a href="https://dimasvodka.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Dima's Vodka</a><a href="https://www.santateresarum.com/uk/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Santa Teresa 1796 Rum</a><a href="https://www.seedlibraryshoreditch.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Seed Library</a><a href="http://kaskadrinks.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Smål</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Oxford-Companion-Spirits-Cocktails/dp/0199311137" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Oxford Companion to Spirits &amp; Cocktails</a>To donate to Ukraine, see:<a href="https://www.dec.org.uk/appeal/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Disasters Emergency Committee</a><a href="https://donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/ukraine-crisis-appeal?c_name=Ukraine%20Crisis%20Appeal&amp;c_source=Homepage%20Herobox&amp;c_medium=Internal&amp;c_creative=Donate%20Landing_Homepage%20hero%20banner%20ICRC%20gives%20blankets%20to%20woman%20in%20Ukraine&amp;c_code=175149&amp;adg=BRC%20Site" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Red Cross</a><a href="https://www.unicef.org.uk/donate/donate-now-to-protect-children-in-ukraine/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Unicef</a>For details of Santa Teresa City Solera programme follow<a href="https://www.instagram.com/_grobinson/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> Geoff Robinson</a>Benjamin Nolf, (France) <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ben_spirits/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">ben_spirits</a>Luis Viera, (Madrid) <a href="https://www.instagram.com/luisviera_ronsantateresa/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">luisviera_ronsantateres</a><a href="#CitySolera1796" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">#CitySolera1796</a><h3> </h3><h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3><h3>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h3> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Small bottles, big books & a perfectly sized new bar

Keeping the International Women’s Day thanks and praise going, this week’s episode shines a light on just a few of the many (many) phenomenal women and womxn working in the drinks industry.We sample two drinks: an Irish Whiskey created by Ireland's first modern whiskey bonder, Louise McGuane, and a craft IPA from Master Brewer Jaega Wise over at Wild Card Brewery. Mezcal is on the menu at Doña, the fabulous bar and entertainment space created by Thea Cumming and Lucia Massey, while Alice Lascelles excellent '10 Cocktails – The Art of Convivial Drinking' is this week's library pick.For this special episode, we had to have a very special, phenomenal guest and for us, Julie Reiner fits the bill perfectly. With more than 20 years in the industry, covering everything from bar owner and educator, to consultant, judge and author, she's a true inspiration for bartenders – male, female or otherwise – all around the world.For our International Women's Day tribute, check our write-up hereWhat we’re mixing:Hanky Panky (serves one)Created by the late, great Ada 'Coley' Coleman, head bartender at the American Bar at the Savoy, London from 1903-192645ml gin (we used Fords Gin)45ml sweet vermouth (we used Martini Rosso)2.5ml Fernet BrancaMethod:Stir ingredients over ice in a mixing glass. Pour into chilled Nick and Nora glasses and garnish with orange zest.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their websites below:Ten Cocktails – The Art of Convivial Drinking by Alice LascellesClover ClubDoñaJJ Corry Irish WhiskeyInterview with Louise McGuane in The Cocktail Lovers magazineWild Card BreweryThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Keeping the International Women’s Day thanks and praise going, this week’s episode shines a light on just a few of the many (many) phenomenal women and womxn working in the drinks industry.We sample two drinks: an Irish Whiskey created by Ireland's first modern whiskey bonder, Louise McGuane, and a craft IPA from Master Brewer Jaega Wise over at Wild Card Brewery. Mezcal is on the menu at Doña, the fabulous bar and entertainment space created by Thea Cumming and Lucia Massey, while Alice Lascelles excellent '10 Cocktails – The Art of Convivial Drinking' is this week's library pick.For this special episode, we had to have a very special, phenomenal guest and for us, Julie Reiner fits the bill perfectly. With more than 20 years in the industry, covering everything from bar owner and educator, to consultant, judge and author, she's a true inspiration for bartenders – male, female or otherwise – all around the world.For our International Women's Day tribute, check our write-up <a href="https://thecocktaillovers.com/celebrating-women-in-drinks-on-international-womens-day/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>What we’re mixing:Hanky Panky (serves one)Created by the late, great Ada 'Coley' Coleman, head bartender at the American Bar at the Savoy, London from 1903-192645ml gin (we used Fords Gin)45ml sweet vermouth (we used Martini Rosso)2.5ml Fernet BrancaMethod:Stir ingredients over ice in a mixing glass. Pour into chilled Nick and Nora glasses and garnish with orange zest. <h3>For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a></h3><h3>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their websites below:</h3> <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ten-Cocktails-Art-Convivial-Drinking/dp/1444791370" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ten Cocktails – The Art of Convivial Drinking by Alice Lascelles</a><a href="https://cloverclubny.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Clover Club</a><a href="https://bardonalondon.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Doña</a><a href="https://www.jjcorry.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">JJ Corry Irish Whiskey</a><a href="https://issuu.com/thecocktaillovers/docs/tcl_18_digital_sp" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Interview with Louise McGuane in The Cocktail Lovers magazine</a><a href="https://www.wildcardbrewery.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Wild Card Brewery</a><h3> </h3><h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3><h3>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h3> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Honouring phenomenal women in drinks

What better way to kick off season three than raising our glasses in honour of World Bartender Day? And who better to share the occasion with than the legendary Peter Dorelli? As former head bartender at the American Bar at the Savoy, winner of mucho accolades including countless Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Contribution Awards and a driving force in the drinks industry for coming up to 60 years, he has plenty to talk about. Tune in to hear why he served chipolatas to surprised guests at the American Bar, the importance of body language and why he's full of admiration for bartenders today.But not before we pour some drinks. From the cabinet this week we sample Baldoria Dry Umami Vermouth and Silver Circle Aquavit, two fresh takes on traditional spirits, both devised to tease out the creative juices in bartenders and hometenders alike. Ditto our library pick, Meehan’s Bartender Manual, a must-read tome from one of our previous guests, Jim Meehan (link).And as it’s World Bartender Day, we’re shining a light on Amaro, a small but perfectly formed, new bartender-owned bar by Elon Soddu. Trust us, like everything we’ve picked out in this episode, it’s an absolute gem.What we’re mixing:Gibson (serves one)50ml London Dry Gin (we used Tanqueray No. TEN)15ml dry vermouth (we used Dolin Vermouth de Chambéry Dry)Silverskin onion/s to garnishMethod:Combine gin and vermouth in an ice-filled mixing glass. Pour into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with one or three silver skin onions threaded onto a cocktail stick.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their websites below:Amaro BarBaldoria VermouthGibson Bar LondonGibson Bar SingaporeMeehan's Bartender Manual and Jim Meehan on The Cocktail Lovers podcastSilver Circle AquavitPeter Dorelli's special cocktail for The Cocktail Lovers:Romantic Interlude35ml Havana Club (3 Anos)20ml Madeira Malmsey20ml Aperol20ml fresh Clementine juice1 tsp Bonne Maman fig conserveMethod:Shake all ingredients over ice in a cocktail shaker. Pour into cocktail glass and garnish with a twist of Clementine peel.The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What better way to kick off season three than raising our glasses in honour of World Bartender Day? And who better to share the occasion with than the legendary Peter Dorelli? As former head bartender at the American Bar at the Savoy, winner of mucho accolades including countless Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Contribution Awards and a driving force in the drinks industry for coming up to 60 years, he has plenty to talk about. Tune in to hear why he served chipolatas to surprised guests at the American Bar, the importance of body language and why he's full of admiration for bartenders today.But not before we pour some drinks. From the cabinet this week we sample Baldoria Dry Umami Vermouth and Silver Circle Aquavit, two fresh takes on traditional spirits, both devised to tease out the creative juices in bartenders and hometenders alike. Ditto our library pick, Meehan’s Bartender Manual, a must-read tome from one of our previous guests, Jim Meehan (link).And as it’s World Bartender Day, we’re shining a light on Amaro, a small but perfectly formed, new bartender-owned bar by Elon Soddu. Trust us, like everything we’ve picked out in this episode, it’s an absolute gem.What we’re mixing:Gibson (serves one)50ml London Dry Gin (we used Tanqueray No. TEN)15ml dry vermouth (we used Dolin Vermouth de Chambéry Dry)Silverskin onion/s to garnishMethod:Combine gin and vermouth in an ice-filled mixing glass. Pour into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with one or three silver skin onions threaded onto a cocktail stick.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their websites below:<a href="http://amarobar.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Amaro Bar</a><a href="https://ernestspirits.com/collections/baldoria" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Baldoria Vermouth</a><a href="http://www.thegibsonbar.london" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Gibson Bar London</a><a href="https://www.gibsonbar.sg" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Gibson Bar Singapore</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Meehans-Bartender-Manual-Jim-Meehan/dp/1607748622" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Meehan's Bartender Manual</a> and <a href="https://open.acast.com/public/streams/60ba1d302c64f600142bd439/episodes/60e612a1fffa97001316a1b0.mp3" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Jim Meehan on The Cocktail Lovers podcast</a><a href="https://silvercircledistillery.com/products/silver-circle-aquavit-70cl" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Silver Circle Aquavit</a>Peter Dorelli's special cocktail for The Cocktail Lovers:Romantic Interlude35ml Havana Club (3 Anos)20ml Madeira Malmsey20ml Aperol20ml fresh Clementine juice1 tsp Bonne Maman fig conserveMethod:Shake all ingredients over ice in a cocktail shaker. Pour into cocktail glass and garnish with a twist of Clementine peel. <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3><h3>Edited by <a href="http://www.christianfox.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fox</a></h3> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Celebrating World Bartender Day

Want to know more about the artistry of drinks? Join us in our fun, informative and we hope, entertaining cocktail (almost) hour where we sample the best new bottles, highlight our pick of books to add to your drinks library, shine a light on the bars to have on your radar and check in with some of the biggest names in the drinks business for their top tips for making quality cocktails See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What tipples will you be serving on Valentine's Day? We say, forget the wine and Champagne, February 14th is about sharing the cocktail love.In this bonus episode, we ask five drinks industry couples to tell us what they'll be making for each other on Valentine's Day. And for the ultimate food and drinks pairing ideas we go straight to the top, seeking expert advice from chef Adam Handling. Listen and learn about everything from how to cook the perfect steak, his favourite cocktail to pair with lobster and his ultimate cocktail and food menu to serve on Valentine's Day.What we're mixing:Bottled Sharing Dry Martini450ml London Dry Gin125ml dry vermouth160ml mineral waterLemon twists, olives or cocktail onions to garnishMethod:Add all ingredients to a clean 750ml bottle and shake gently to combine. Leave in the freezer for a couple of hours or overnight. Serve in chilled cocktail glasses and garnish with either the lemon twists, olives or cocktail onions.From 'Batched &amp; Bottled Cocktails To Make Ahead' by Max and Noel VenningFeatured drinks couples and where to find them (see recipes at thecocktaillovers.com)Giacomo Giannotti, bar owner and Margarita Sader, Paradiso, BarcelonaRoisin Stimpson and Edmund Weil, co-owners Night Jar, Oriole, Swift and Speakeasy At Home, LondonRan Van Ongevalle and Janah Van Cleven, co-owners Bar Ran, BrugesElayne Duff, owner Duff on the Rocks and Philip Duff owner Old Duff Genever, New YorkDeano Moncrieffe and Emma Murphy, co-owners Hacha Bars and Mirror Margarita, LondonFor details of Adam Handling and his restaurants and bars see adamhandling.co.ukThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What tipples will you be serving on Valentine's Day? We say, forget the wine and Champagne, February 14th is about sharing the cocktail love.In this bonus episode, we ask five drinks industry couples to tell us what they'll be making for each other on Valentine's Day. And for the ultimate food and drinks pairing ideas we go straight to the top, seeking expert advice from chef Adam Handling. Listen and learn about everything from how to cook the perfect steak, his favourite cocktail to pair with lobster and his ultimate cocktail and food menu to serve on Valentine's Day.What we're mixing:Bottled Sharing Dry Martini450ml London Dry Gin125ml dry vermouth160ml mineral waterLemon twists, olives or cocktail onions to garnishMethod:Add all ingredients to a clean 750ml bottle and shake gently to combine. Leave in the freezer for a couple of hours or overnight. Serve in chilled cocktail glasses and garnish with either the lemon twists, olives or cocktail onions.From 'Batched &amp; Bottled Cocktails To Make Ahead' by Max and Noel VenningFeatured drinks couples and where to find them (see recipes at <a href="http://thecocktaillovers.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>)<a href="https://www.instagram.com/giacomoloris_" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Giacomo Giannotti</a>, bar owner and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/margarita_sader" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Margarita Sader</a>, <a href="https://paradiso.cat/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Paradiso, Barcelona</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/roisinstimpson/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Roisin Stimpson</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/edmundweil/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Edmund Weil</a>, co-owners <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nightjar/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Night Jar</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/theoriolebar/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Oriole</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/swiftbars/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Swift</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/speakeasy_at_home/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Speakeasy At Home</a>, London<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ranvanongevalle/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ran Van Ongevalle</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/janahvancleven/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Janah Van Cleven</a>, co-owners <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bar.ran.brugge/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Bar Ran, Bruges</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/duffontherocks/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Elayne Duff, owner Duff on the Rocks</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/philipsduff/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Philip Duff </a>owner <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oldduffgenever/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Old Duff Genever</a>, New York<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dondeanomoncrieffe/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Deano Moncrieffe</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/murphyems/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Emma Murphy</a>, co-owners <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hachabar/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hacha Bars</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mirrormargarita/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Mirror Margarita</a>, LondonFor details of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adamhandling/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Adam Handling</a> and his restaurants and bars see <a href="http://www.adamhandling.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">adamhandling.co.uk</a> <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3> Edited by Christian Fox See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Valentine's Day special

In this, our last episode in the current season, we're focusing on the wonderful world of whisky. Talk about a diverse category – if you still think that it's all about old men sitting by the fire with a glass of single malt in hand, (a) shame on you and (b) prepare to be amazed.Starting with the myriad cool new products… We had a difficult time narrowing it down to just two super-cool modern whiskies to highlight in this episode but in the end we've picked out the gorgeous Red, Red Rye from The Oxford Artisan Distillery (aka TOAD), and Woven Whisky, a beautiful fresh-thinking blend conceived and created in Leith.It was a no-brainer for us to revisit Black Rock for our bar review. This brand, both in London and more recently Shanghai, have got the whisky drinking experience perfectly pitched for newbies and hardcore whisky fans alike. As has whisky expert Nicholas Morgan who offers all kinds of invaluable insights into this fascinating spirit in his fabulous and aptly named book 'Everything You Need To Know About Whisky (But Are Too Afraid To Ask').There's more top-notch advice from our wonderful guest Becky Paskin. Here she talks to us about choosing, appreciating and drinking whisky and why she thinks that making the spirit more inclusive has seen it finally come of age.What we're mixing:Whisky Mac45ml blended Scotch (we used Chivas 12)30ml Stone's Original Ginger WineCrystallised or slice of stem ginger to garnishMethod:Stir ingredients over ice, either in a mixing glass or directly in an Old-Fashioned glass/tumbler. Garnish with crystallised or stem ginger on a cocktail stick.The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonFor more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their details below:Black Rock, LondonEverything You Need To Know About Whisky (But Are Too Afraid To Ask), by Nicholas Morgan is published by Penguin, available from all good book storesThe Oxford Artisan DistilleryWoven WhiskyFollow Becky Paskin on InstagramSeason 3 of The Cocktail Lovers podcast is coming 24th February. Be warned: it's going to be super cool. Expect more fab insights from movers and shakers from around the globe, more bar reviews from around the world, great books and more fabulous products. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this, our last episode in the current season, we're focusing on the wonderful world of whisky. Talk about a diverse category – if you still think that it's all about old men sitting by the fire with a glass of single malt in hand, (a) shame on you and (b) prepare to be amazed.Starting with the myriad cool new products… We had a difficult time narrowing it down to just two super-cool modern whiskies to highlight in this episode but in the end we've picked out the gorgeous Red, Red Rye from The Oxford Artisan Distillery (aka TOAD), and Woven Whisky, a beautiful fresh-thinking blend conceived and created in Leith.It was a no-brainer for us to revisit Black Rock for our bar review. This brand, both in London and more recently Shanghai, have got the whisky drinking experience perfectly pitched for newbies and hardcore whisky fans alike. As has whisky expert Nicholas Morgan who offers all kinds of invaluable insights into this fascinating spirit in his fabulous and aptly named book 'Everything You Need To Know About Whisky (But Are Too Afraid To Ask').There's more top-notch advice from our wonderful guest Becky Paskin. Here she talks to us about choosing, appreciating and drinking whisky and why she thinks that making the spirit more inclusive has seen it finally come of age.What we're mixing:Whisky Mac45ml blended Scotch (we used Chivas 12)30ml Stone's Original Ginger WineCrystallised or slice of stem ginger to garnishMethod:Stir ingredients over ice, either in a mixing glass or directly in an Old-Fashioned glass/tumbler. Garnish with crystallised or stem ginger on a cocktail stick. <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3> For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their details below:<a href="https://www.blackrock.bar" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Rock, London</a>Everything You Need To Know About Whisky (But Are Too Afraid To Ask), by Nicholas Morgan is published by <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Penguin</a>, available from all good book stores<a href="https://www.theoxfordartisandistillery.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Oxford Artisan Distillery</a><a href="https://wovenwhisky.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Woven Whisky</a>Follow Becky Paskin on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beckypaskin/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>Season 3 of The Cocktail Lovers podcast is coming 24th February. Be warned: it's going to be super cool. Expect more fab insights from movers and shakers from around the globe, more bar reviews from around the world, great books and more fabulous products. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Rethinking whisky: whisky special

As far as we're concerned, the question isn't whether you've decided to go Dry or not this January, it's about your relationship with alcohol going forward. Obviously, as Cocktail Lovers, we'll be drinking cocktails, at home and in the bar, but the key word for us in 2022 is 'balance'.We start with our two product reviews which take in a non-alcoholic and an alcoholic drink, both packed with flavour and their own distinct style. The first is Sprigster, a complex and tasty n/a shrub infusion, the other is Engine, an organic sage-infused gin packing 42% abv inside in its playful motor oil-inspired can.Lyaness on the South Bank is our pick of one of the best spots in London to enjoy both imaginative and downright tasty no, low and full-on alcohol packed cocktails of every description, while we look to Katana Kitten in New York for our cocktail book porn, delving into the decidedly gorgeous, hugely inspiring 'The Japanese Art of the Cocktail' by Masahiro Urushido and Michael Anstendig.Everyone needs a bit of Claire Warner in their lives and we've made it our duty to share her wisdom with you. In this week's episode, the former Head of Spirit Creation at Belvedere Vodka and co-founder of Æcorn Aperitifs talks about finding and maintaining a realistic approach to drinking and why abstinence isn't always the answer. ﻿What we're mixing:Bobby Burns2 part blended whisky (we used Ballantine's 12)2 parts sweet vermouth (we used Martini Rosso)1 part BenedictineLemon zestMethod:Stir all ingredients over ice. Pour into a chilled Cocktail glass. Spritz with lemon zest then discardThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonFor more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their websites below:Æcorn DrinksEngine GinLyanessSprigster'The Japanese Art of the Cocktail' by Masahiro Urushido and Michael Anstendig is published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing For more insights from Claire Warner, follow her on Instagram @helloclairewarnerThe Cocktail Lovers podcast is available every fortnight. Please subscribe so you never miss another episode, and while you're at it, why not leave us a review? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As far as we're concerned, the question isn't whether you've decided to go Dry or not this January, it's about your relationship with alcohol going forward. Obviously, as Cocktail Lovers, we'll be drinking cocktails, at home and in the bar, but the key word for us in 2022 is 'balance'.We start with our two product reviews which take in a non-alcoholic and an alcoholic drink, both packed with flavour and their own distinct style. The first is Sprigster, a complex and tasty n/a shrub infusion, the other is Engine, an organic sage-infused gin packing 42% abv inside in its playful motor oil-inspired can.Lyaness on the South Bank is our pick of one of the best spots in London to enjoy both imaginative and downright tasty no, low and full-on alcohol packed cocktails of every description, while we look to Katana Kitten in New York for our cocktail book porn, delving into the decidedly gorgeous, hugely inspiring 'The Japanese Art of the Cocktail' by Masahiro Urushido and Michael Anstendig.Everyone needs a bit of Claire Warner in their lives and we've made it our duty to share her wisdom with you. In this week's episode, the former Head of Spirit Creation at Belvedere Vodka and co-founder of Æcorn Aperitifs talks about finding and maintaining a realistic approach to drinking and why abstinence isn't always the answer. ﻿What we're mixing:Bobby Burns2 part blended whisky (we used Ballantine's 12)2 parts sweet vermouth (we used Martini Rosso)1 part BenedictineLemon zestMethod:Stir all ingredients over ice. Pour into a chilled Cocktail glass. Spritz with lemon zest then discard <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3> For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their websites below:<a href="https://www.aecorndrinks.com/en-gb/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Æcorn Drinks</a><a href="https://www.engine.land" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Engine Gin</a><a href="https://lyaness.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Lyaness</a><a href="https://www.sprigsterdrinks.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sprigster</a>'The Japanese Art of the Cocktail' by Masahiro Urushido and Michael Anstendig is published by <a href="https://www.hmhbooks.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing </a>For more insights from Claire Warner, follow her on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/helloclairewarner/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@helloclairewarner</a> <h3>The Cocktail Lovers podcast is available every fortnight. Please subscribe so you never miss another episode, and while you're at it, why not leave us a review?</h3> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

To drink or not to drink?

What and how will we be drinking next year? We won't pretend that we have a definitive answer to that but we do have an idea, and it revolves around one word: better. As in a better appreciation of our bars and bartenders, a better understanding of the history behind our drinks and of course, better quality spirits and ingredients.With this in mind we're focusing on a few things that we will be making a big impression with us in the coming year. All with the 'better' philosophy in mind, of course. Which is why we've zoned in on X Muse, a decidedly stylish premium vodka bursting with complexity and attitude. It's destined to put this much maligned spirit back in the top spot. Our other pick is O/Purist, a new iteration of an ancient grape marc distillate, created by 10 forward-thinking Greek bartenders.As for our reading matter, we're delving into 'The Big Book of Amaro' meticulously compiled by Matteo Zed. Why? Because like we said, we're resolving to get a better understanding of the history behind our drinks and this little beauty is packed with everything you need to know about the category.Our bar review is the newly opened, simply stunning The Maine Mayfair which you should definitely have on your radar. Then we hand over to Lauren Mote, one of the most respected women in the drinks biz, for her tips for the year ahead. What we're mixing:Bamboo40ml Fino Sherry40ml Dry Vermouth1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters1 dash Orange BittersLemon zest to garnishMethod:Stir all ingredients over ice. Pour into a chilled Cocktail glass. Garnish with lemon zest.The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonFor more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their websites below:O/Purist TsipouroThe Big Book of Amaro is published by The Countryman Press, available from amazon.co.uk The Maine Mayfair, 6 Medici Court, 20 Hanover Square, London W1S 1JYX Muse VodkaContact/follow Lauren Mote via Instagram:@laurenmote@bittered_sling@womencelebrate@chardlaverbv@nightcapmediaThe Cocktail Lovers podcast is available every fortnight. Please subscribe so you never miss another episode, and while you're at it, why not leave us a review? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What and how will we be drinking next year? We won't pretend that we have a definitive answer to that but we do have an idea, and it revolves around one word: better. As in a better appreciation of our bars and bartenders, a better understanding of the history behind our drinks and of course, better quality spirits and ingredients.With this in mind we're focusing on a few things that we will be making a big impression with us in the coming year. All with the 'better' philosophy in mind, of course. Which is why we've zoned in on X Muse, a decidedly stylish premium vodka bursting with complexity and attitude. It's destined to put this much maligned spirit back in the top spot. Our other pick is O/Purist, a new iteration of an ancient grape marc distillate, created by 10 forward-thinking Greek bartenders.As for our reading matter, we're delving into 'The Big Book of Amaro' meticulously compiled by Matteo Zed. Why? Because like we said, we're resolving to get a better understanding of the history behind our drinks and this little beauty is packed with everything you need to know about the category.Our bar review is the newly opened, simply stunning The Maine Mayfair which you should definitely have on your radar. Then we hand over to Lauren Mote, one of the most respected women in the drinks biz, for her tips for the year ahead. What we're mixing:Bamboo40ml Fino Sherry40ml Dry Vermouth1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters1 dash Orange BittersLemon zest to garnishMethod:Stir all ingredients over ice. Pour into a chilled Cocktail glass. Garnish with lemon zest. <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3> For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their websites below:<a href="https://www.o-purist.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">O/Purist Tsipouro</a>The Big Book of Amaro is published by <a href="http://www.countrymanpress.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Countryman Press</a>, available from <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">amazon.co.uk </a><a href="https://themainemayfair.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Maine Mayfair</a>, 6 Medici Court, 20 Hanover Square, London W1S 1JY<a href="https://xmusevodka.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">X Muse Vodka</a>Contact/follow Lauren Mote via Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/laurenmote/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@laurenmote</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bittered_sling/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@bittered_sling</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/womencelebrate/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@womencelebrate</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/chardlaverbv/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@chardlaverbv</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/nightcapmedia/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@nightcapmedia</a> <h3>The Cocktail Lovers podcast is available every fortnight. Please subscribe so you never miss another episode, and while you're at it, why not leave us a review?</h3> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Looking ahead to 2022

It's almost Christmas so we’re doing our bit to help stressed out shoppers with some last-minute gift ideas (of the cocktail loving kind, natch…) Plus, we’re throwing in suggestions for places to go to celebrate the festive season in style – not just in London but also a few of our faves around the world including Athens, Barcelona, New York and Shanghai.To assist on the drinks side of things, we’ve called in an expert: the fabulous Allen Daly, general manager of the iconic Gerry’s Wines &amp; Spirits in Soho, London. Listen in to hear what tipples his customers are buying, which bottles he’ll be cracking open this Christmas and the spirits he feels will be making it big next year.What we’re mixing:Rum Flip 4 parts/60ml dark rum (or spirit of choice)1part/15ml sugar syrup1 whole eggNutmeg to garnishMethodAdd spirit, sugar syrup and egg to a shaker without ice and shake really hard for about a minute to thoroughly combine all ingredients. Add plenty of ice to the shaker and shake really well for another 30 seconds or so. Strain into a chilled Nick and Nora glass. Grate nutmeg on to drink to garnish.The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonFor details of the products and places mentioned in this episode, see thecocktaillovers.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's almost Christmas so we’re doing our bit to help stressed out shoppers with some last-minute gift ideas (of the cocktail loving kind, natch…) Plus, we’re throwing in suggestions for places to go to celebrate the festive season in style – not just in London but also a few of our faves around the world including Athens, Barcelona, New York and Shanghai.To assist on the drinks side of things, we’ve called in an expert: the fabulous Allen Daly, general manager of the iconic <a href="https://www.gerrys.uk.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Gerry’s Wines &amp; Spirits</a> in Soho, London. Listen in to hear what tipples his customers are buying, which bottles he’ll be cracking open this Christmas and the spirits he feels will be making it big next year.What we’re mixing:Rum Flip 4 parts/60ml dark rum (or spirit of choice)1part/15ml sugar syrup1 whole eggNutmeg to garnishMethodAdd spirit, sugar syrup and egg to a shaker without ice and shake really hard for about a minute to thoroughly combine all ingredients. Add plenty of ice to the shaker and shake really well for another 30 seconds or so. Strain into a chilled Nick and Nora glass. Grate nutmeg on to drink to garnish. <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3> <h4>For details of the products and places mentioned in this episode, see<a href="http://www.thecocktaillovers.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"> thecocktaillovers.com</a></h4> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Santa's little helpers…

The World's 50 Best Bars awards were presented at the Roundhouse in London on 7th December 2021 and naturally, we made it our business to be on the guest list. In this bonus episode we speak to the winners, the ace team from the Connaught Bar in London and catch up with a few of the teams who picked up special awards on the evening (apologies in advance for the sound quality!)Featured:Lynnette Marrero from Llama Inn, New York, winner of the Altos Bartender's Bartender AwardWalter Meyenberg, Gina Barbachano and Ismael Martinez from Hanky Panky, Mexico City, winners of the Disaronno Highest New Entry AwardHayley Traub and Riley Perrin Ellis from Attaboy, New York, winners of the Rémy Martin Legend of the List AwarMike Capoferri and Jaml Arif Thunderbolt, Los Angeles, winners of the Campari One To Watch AwardPLUS:Ago Perrone, Giorgio Bargiani, Maura Milia and Riccardo Lugano from the Connaught Bar, London, voted number one on The World's 50 Best Bars list 2021.For full details of the bars voted from 50 to 1 see here; for the bars voted from 100-51 see hereThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T Bone' WatsonFor more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.com﻿ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The World's 50 Best Bars awards were presented at the Roundhouse in London on 7th December 2021 and naturally, we made it our business to be on the guest list. In this bonus episode we speak to the winners, the ace team from the Connaught Bar in London and catch up with a few of the teams who picked up special awards on the evening (apologies in advance for the sound quality!) <h2>Featured:</h2> Lynnette Marrero from <a href="http://www.llamainnnyc.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Llama Inn, New York</a>, winner of the Altos Bartender's Bartender AwardWalter Meyenberg, Gina Barbachano and Ismael Martinez from <a href="http://www.hankypanky.mx/about.html" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Hanky Panky, Mexico City</a>, winners of the Disaronno Highest New Entry AwardHayley Traub and Riley Perrin Ellis from <a href="http://attaboy.us/nyc/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Attaboy, New York</a>, winners of the Rémy Martin Legend of the List AwarMike Capoferri and Jaml Arif <a href="https://www.thunderboltla.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Thunderbolt, Los Angeles</a>, winners of the Campari One To Watch AwardPLUS:Ago Perrone, Giorgio Bargiani, Maura Milia and Riccardo Lugano from <a href="https://www.the-connaught.co.uk/restaurants-bars/connaught-bar/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">the Connaught Bar, London</a>, voted number one on The World's 50 Best Bars list 2021. For full details of the bars voted from 50 to 1 see <a href="https://thecocktaillovers.com/the-worlds-50-best-bars-1-50/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>; for the bars voted from 100-51 see <a href="https://thecocktaillovers.com/the-worlds-50-best-bars-51-100/?doing_wp_cron=1639506671.2222158908843994140625" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T Bone' Watson</h3> For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a> ﻿ See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Bonus episode: Highlights from The World's 50 Best Bars list 2021

With only a few weeks to go to Christmas, we're thinking parties: that means what to serve if you're throwing a soiree at home and where to go if you want to leave the entertainment to the professionals.We kick off by mixing a Classic Champagne Cocktail, then open up a tasty low abv Winter Sparkling Tea from Fortnum &amp; Mason, followed by the Christmas-pudding-in-a-glass Black Cow Christmas Spirit. Next we put on our party gear and head out to QT at The Green Room. With live music from top musicians, great cocktails, food and a chance to dance (or grab the mic), it ticks all the boxes for fabulous festive fun – whether you're in a group, with your partner or on your own.If, on the other hand, you're planning a party at home, check out our library pick from top New York bartender Julie Reiner. Her book The Craft Cocktail Party is worth having in your library throughout the year but come winter it's invaluable, with chapters dedicated to Christmas and New Year's Eve drinks and plenty of handy hosting tips.Which leads us nicely to our guest this week… Cocktail lovers, allow us to introduce you to the legend that is Mr Moe Aljaff from Two Schmucks in Barcelona. What this man doesn't know about bringing the party vibes to any room isn't worth knowing. Here he shares his expertise on getting the party started (and continuing) right.What we're mixing:Champagne Cocktail30ml Cognac VSOP3 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters1 sugar cubeBrut Champagne/Cremant/Cava (Dry)Orange zestMethod:Coat sugar cube with the Angostura bitters then drop into a Champagne flute. Add the cognac to your glass then top with Champagne. Spritz with orange zest.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and check out their websites below:The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T Bone' WatsonBlack Cow Christmas SpiritFortnum &amp; Mason Winter Sparkling TeaThe Craft Cocktail PartyQT presents The Green RoomRead about Moe Aljaff and his bars here See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With only a few weeks to go to Christmas, we're thinking parties: that means what to serve if you're throwing a soiree at home and where to go if you want to leave the entertainment to the professionals.We kick off by mixing a Classic Champagne Cocktail, then open up a tasty low abv Winter Sparkling Tea from Fortnum &amp; Mason, followed by the Christmas-pudding-in-a-glass Black Cow Christmas Spirit. Next we put on our party gear and head out to QT at The Green Room. With live music from top musicians, great cocktails, food and a chance to dance (or grab the mic), it ticks all the boxes for fabulous festive fun – whether you're in a group, with your partner or on your own.If, on the other hand, you're planning a party at home, check out our library pick from top New York bartender Julie Reiner. Her book The Craft Cocktail Party is worth having in your library throughout the year but come winter it's invaluable, with chapters dedicated to Christmas and New Year's Eve drinks and plenty of handy hosting tips.Which leads us nicely to our guest this week… Cocktail lovers, allow us to introduce you to the legend that is Mr Moe Aljaff from Two Schmucks in Barcelona. What this man doesn't know about bringing the party vibes to any room isn't worth knowing. Here he shares his expertise on getting the party started (and continuing) right.What we're mixing:Champagne Cocktail30ml Cognac VSOP3 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters1 sugar cubeBrut Champagne/Cremant/Cava (Dry)Orange zestMethod:Coat sugar cube with the Angostura bitters then drop into a Champagne flute. Add the cognac to your glass then top with Champagne. Spritz with orange zest.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and check out their websites below: <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T Bone' Watson</h3> <a href="https://www.blackcow.co.uk/shop/christmas-spirit?gclid=Cj0KCQiA15yNBhDTARIsAGnwe0UsJAs1Qt5AuM1cckeO0v6hJk-_4nx00sbi1FcIfc96U7S93UBNnVMaAroVEALw_wcB" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Black Cow Christmas Spirit</a><a href="https://www.fortnumandmason.com/fortnums-winter-sparkling-tea-75cl" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Fortnum &amp; Mason Winter Sparkling Tea</a><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Craft-Cocktail-Party-Amazing-Occasion/dp/1455581593" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Craft Cocktail Party</a><a href="https://www.middleeight.com/qt-bar/qt-presents/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">QT presents The Green Room</a>Read about <a href="https://www.instagram.com/schmuckordie/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Moe Aljaff </a>and his bars <a href="https://thecocktaillovers.com/introducing-lucky-schmuck-and-the-launch-of-schmuck-street/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

The drinks, places and tips to get your Christmas parties started right

Boy, oh boy do we have a bumper episode lined up this week and it’s all about the ‘L’ word, luxury.After mixing ourselves a cocktail (a cognac based Sidecar, seeing as you’re asking), we pick out two luxe products. The first is Seventy One Gin, a super tasting, super looking, super model of a gin, the other is Grand Marnier Cuvée du Centenaire.Our book review sees us celebrating the words, wisdom and recipes from one of our favourite bars, Claridge’s, and our featured bar takes us to the best bar in the world (#official), the Connaught.Then it's over to industry legend Salvatore Calabrese to hear how he made cocktails for The Queen, created magical moments for Stevie Wonder and shook up the world's most expensive cocktail. But that's not all. With over 50 years the industry under his belt, the man they call 'The Maestro' imparts some invaluable advice to aspiring bartenders, shares top tips for creating luxurious drinks experiences at home and tells us all how to make his Breakfast Martini like a pro.It's a longer episode than usual but well worth the listen. Please let us know what you think.What we're mixing:Sidecar50ml (2 parts) cognac25ml (1 part) Cointreau25ml (1 part) fresh lemon juiceFine sugar for rimming glassOrange twistMethod:Shake cognac, Cointreau and lemon juice over ice. Strain into a chilled coupe glass, the rim of which has been dipped into fine sugar. Garnish with a twist of orange.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and check out their websites below:The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T Bone' WatsonConnaught BarClaridge's – The Cocktail BookDonovan Bar at Brown's Grand Marnier Cuvée du CentenaireSalvatore CalabreseSeventy One Gin See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Boy, oh boy do we have a bumper episode lined up this week and it’s all about the ‘L’ word, luxury.After mixing ourselves a cocktail (a cognac based Sidecar, seeing as you’re asking), we pick out two luxe products. The first is Seventy One Gin, a super tasting, super looking, super model of a gin, the other is Grand Marnier Cuvée du Centenaire.Our book review sees us celebrating the words, wisdom and recipes from one of our favourite bars, Claridge’s, and our featured bar takes us to the best bar in the world (#official), the Connaught.Then it's over to industry legend Salvatore Calabrese to hear how he made cocktails for The Queen, created magical moments for Stevie Wonder and shook up the world's most expensive cocktail. But that's not all. With over 50 years the industry under his belt, the man they call 'The Maestro' imparts some invaluable advice to aspiring bartenders, shares top tips for creating luxurious drinks experiences at home and tells us all how to make his Breakfast Martini like a pro.It's a longer episode than usual but well worth the listen. Please let us know what you think.What we're mixing:Sidecar50ml (2 parts) cognac25ml (1 part) Cointreau25ml (1 part) fresh lemon juiceFine sugar for rimming glassOrange twistMethod:Shake cognac, Cointreau and lemon juice over ice. Strain into a chilled coupe glass, the rim of which has been dipped into fine sugar. Garnish with a twist of orange.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and check out their websites below: <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T Bone' Watson</h3> <a href="https://www.the-connaught.co.uk/restaurants-bars/connaught-bar/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connaught Bar</a><a href="https://shop.claridges.co.uk/products/claridges-cocktail-book" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Claridge's – The Cocktail Book</a><a href="https://www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/brown-s-hotel/dining/donovan-bar/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Donovan Bar at Brown's </a><a href="https://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/p/26818/grand-marnier-cuvee-du-centenaire" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Grand Marnier Cuvée du Centenaire</a><a href="https://salvatore-calabrese.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Salvatore Calabrese</a><a href="https://www.seventyonegin.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Seventy One Gin</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Luxury drinks in focus 

We love this time of year. Not only do we get to layer up in our favourite winter clobber (huzzah), it gives us the chance to highlight some of our favourite warming spirits. Like The Busker, a delightful new range of Irish whiskies and Ron Santiago De Cuba Ron Extra Añejo 11 Years Old, a deliciously smooth, agreeably sweet rum all the way from sunny Cuba.Our bar review takes us to the Highlands, courtesy of The Macallan Manor House at Rosewood London while our library pick celebrates the many wonders of one drink, the Negroni, a tiny book packed with over 30 inventive recipes from gin lovers David T. Smith and Keli Rivers.Another book very much in focus in this episode is The Art of the Bar Cart by Vanessa Dina. We were so inspired by her fabulous tips and tricks on styling home bars that we tracked her down in San Francisco to find out more.What we're mixing:Jameson Orange Hot Chocolate50ml Jameson Orange200ml hot chocolate50ml whipped double creamDark chocolate shavings and orange zest to garnishMethod:Mix 50ml Jameson Orange with 200ml hot chocolate. Layer the top with the whipped double cream. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings and grated orange zest.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and check out their websites below:The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T Bone' WatsonNegroni by David T. Smith &amp; Keli Rivers, published by Ryland Peters and available from all good book shopsRon Santiago de Cuba Extra Añejo 11 Years OldThe Art of The Bar Cart by Vanessa Dina published by Chronicle Books and available from all good book shopsThe BuskerThe Macallan Manor House at Rosewood London See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We love this time of year. Not only do we get to layer up in our favourite winter clobber (huzzah), it gives us the chance to highlight some of our favourite warming spirits. Like The Busker, a delightful new range of Irish whiskies and Ron Santiago De Cuba Ron Extra Añejo 11 Years Old, a deliciously smooth, agreeably sweet rum all the way from sunny Cuba.Our bar review takes us to the Highlands, courtesy of The Macallan Manor House at Rosewood London while our library pick celebrates the many wonders of one drink, the Negroni, a tiny book packed with over 30 inventive recipes from gin lovers David T. Smith and Keli Rivers.Another book very much in focus in this episode is The Art of the Bar Cart by Vanessa Dina. We were so inspired by her fabulous tips and tricks on styling home bars that we tracked her down in San Francisco to find out more.What we're mixing:Jameson Orange Hot Chocolate50ml Jameson Orange200ml hot chocolate50ml whipped double creamDark chocolate shavings and orange zest to garnishMethod:Mix 50ml Jameson Orange with 200ml hot chocolate. Layer the top with the whipped double cream. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings and grated orange zest.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and check out their websites below: <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T Bone' Watson</h3> Negroni by David T. Smith &amp; Keli Rivers, published by <a href="https://rylandpeters.com/products/negroni" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ryland Peters</a> and available from all good book shops<a href="https://www.ronsantiagodecuba.com/uk/rum/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ron Santiago de Cuba Extra Añejo 11 Years Old</a>The Art of The Bar Cart by Vanessa Dina published by <a href="https://www.chroniclebooks.com/products/the-art-of-the-bar-cart" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Chronicle Books</a> and available from all good book shops<a href="https://www.thebusker.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Busker</a><a href="https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/london/dining/the-terrace" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Macallan Manor House at Rosewood London</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

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Another fortnight, another cocktail-tastic episode…This week, we're taking inspiration from the big screen with 'Shaken: Drinking With James Bond &amp; Ian Fleming'. Written by Edmund Weil, who just happens to be a distant relative of Fleming's, it's the official 007 cocktail book and as it's packed with fabulous recipes by Bobby Hiddleston and Mia Johannsen from Swift, we're sure even Daniel Craig would approve.From the drinks cabinet, we've gone for products with serious credentials although neither brand takes itself too seriously. The first is a kick-ass chilli-infused spirit drink called A Horse With No Name, the other is a delicious range of canned cocktails by Whitebox Drinks.Our bar review sees us heading back to Old Street in East London for delicious Gibson cocktails at The Gibson Bar, while our at home mix along is dedicated to one of our listeners, Flora Marriott. If you have a recipe that you'd like us to feature, drop us a line and we'll do our darnedest to make it happen.What we're mixing:Aviation50ml London Dry Gin12.5ml Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur12.5ml freshly squeezed lemon juice10ml Crême de Violette LiqueurCocktail cherry to garnishMethod:Shake ingredients over ice. Pour into a chilled Cocktail glass. Add cocktail cherry to the bottom of the glass. Here's looking at you Flora!The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonFor more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, thecocktaillovers.comTo see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page @thecocktaillovers and see their websites below:Horse With No NameShaken: Drinking With James Bond &amp; Ian FlemingThe GibsonWhitebox DrinksTo find out more about Pritesh Mody and to order his bottled cocktails, see World of ZingThe Cocktail Lovers podcast is available every fortnight. Please subscribe so you never miss another episode, and while you're at it, why not leave us a review? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another fortnight, another cocktail-tastic episode…This week, we're taking inspiration from the big screen with 'Shaken: Drinking With James Bond &amp; Ian Fleming'. Written by Edmund Weil, who just happens to be a distant relative of Fleming's, it's the official 007 cocktail book and as it's packed with fabulous recipes by Bobby Hiddleston and Mia Johannsen from Swift, we're sure even Daniel Craig would approve.From the drinks cabinet, we've gone for products with serious credentials although neither brand takes itself too seriously. The first is a kick-ass chilli-infused spirit drink called A Horse With No Name, the other is a delicious range of canned cocktails by Whitebox Drinks.Our bar review sees us heading back to Old Street in East London for delicious Gibson cocktails at The Gibson Bar, while our at home mix along is dedicated to one of our listeners, Flora Marriott. If you have a recipe that you'd like us to feature, drop us a line and we'll do our darnedest to make it happen. What we're mixing:Aviation50ml London Dry Gin12.5ml Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur12.5ml freshly squeezed lemon juice10ml Crême de Violette LiqueurCocktail cherry to garnishMethod:Shake ingredients over ice. Pour into a chilled Cocktail glass. Add cocktail cherry to the bottom of the glass. Here's looking at you Flora! <h3>The Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' Watson</h3> For more from The Cocktail Lovers, including signing up for our digital and print magazine, visit our website, <a href="https://www.thecocktaillovers.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">thecocktaillovers.com</a>To see the products featured in this episode, check out our Instagram page <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecocktaillovers" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@thecocktaillovers</a> and see their websites below:<a href="https://horsewithnoname.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Horse With No Name</a><a href="https://www.ianfleming.com/products/shaken-drinking-james-bond-ian-fleming/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shaken: Drinking With James Bond &amp; Ian Fleming</a><a href="http://thegibsonbar.london" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Gibson</a><a href="http://whiteboxdrinks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Whitebox Drinks</a>To find out more about Pritesh Mody and to order his bottled cocktails, see <a href="http://worldofzing.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">World of Zing</a> The Cocktail Lovers podcast is available every fortnight. Please subscribe so you never miss another episode, and while you're at it, why not leave us a review? See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

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