by Angus Tookey | Oct 4, 2024 | Uncategorized
Every year, on October 4th, vodka enthusiasts worldwide celebrate Vodka Day. The word “vodka” derives from the Slavic word “voda,” meaning water, reflecting the pure and clear appearance of the spirit. Vodka’s popularity stems from its...
by Angus Tookey | Oct 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
On the 24th September, it was 299 years since Arthur Guinness was born. In 1759, he signed a 9,000-year lease for the St. James’s Gate Brewery. At the time, it was a small brewery with big ambitions. Guinness originally brewed several styles of beer, but it was the...
by Angus Tookey | Sep 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
National Rum Punch Day, celebrated annually on September 20th, is the perfect excuse to indulge in one of the most iconic and versatile tropical drinks. Bursting with fruity flavours and vibrant colours, rum punch is more than just a party favourite. Rum punch dates...
by Angus Tookey | Sep 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
In recent years, canned cocktails have exploded in popularity, going from novelty to serious contender in the world of beverages. Canned cocktails are convenient and easy to serve, provide consistent quality, and reduce waste and inventory costs. For all these reasons...
by Angus Tookey | Sep 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
In the world of mixology, the term “dry” is synonymous with sophistication and balance. In the context of cocktails, “dry” refers to the level of sweetness in the drink, or more precisely, the lack thereof. The dryness of a cocktail is usually...
by Angus Tookey | Aug 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
On August 30th, the iconic Mai Tai is celebrated across the pond. This rich and colourful drink has contested claims to its origin. Victor J. “Trader Vic” Bergeron is often credited with creating the Mai Tai in 1944 at his bar in Oakland, California. The...
