Most brewers will joke that in reality they work for the yeast – that their job is to feed it and keep it happy. This organism from the fungi class of flora is found in biofuels, baking, the wine industry, and of course brewing. It is everywhere – in the air, in the soil, on your skin.
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Hickson House Distilling Co is the latest, much anticipated venture from Mikey Enright and Julian Train, the team behind The Barber Shop and The Duke of Clarence, joined by distiller Tim Stones (ex-Manly Spirits).
Created by food and drink identities Duncan Welgemoed (Africola), Mike Bennie (P+V Merchants) and Tamrah Petruzzelli (Super Assembly), the national awards show is ready to shake things up again and simply reward excellence in beverage creation.
Undoubtedly one could classify vodka as a ‘beginner’s spirit’, reserved for the days of underage drinking- but the versatility alone should give us pause to reconsider what this ‘spirit without distinctive character, aroma or taste’ can bring to the table.
“It was not only until after Prohibition that Scotch whisky surpassed Irish whiskey sales. Since Irish whiskey was more popular, and considered by many to be better in quality to Scotch whisky, many American distillers tried to associate their products with Irish whiskey and therefore adopted the Irish spelling of whiskey.”
The arrival of the new range of Fever-Tree sodas to Australian shores is one the biggest highlights of our year! The three new additions to the Fever-Tree mixer family are the Lime & Yuzu soda, the Pink Grapefruit soda, and the Italian Blood Orange soda!
“Each of them would then get a small taste of what we would internally call ‘love’. A small welcome drink that was thoughtful, delicious and unique to us. Our go-to was a little elegant shot glass of white port and elderflower tonic with a frozen grape…”
“2020 was certainly a year that we will never forget, however amidst all the confusion and uncertainty there were definitely some bright spots and memorable moments. We wanted to take a look back and choose to celebrate the triumph of our industries spirit in the face of such adversity.” The Exchange team
Lucille Rose-Hopkins, Sailor Jerry Brand Ambassador, takes a deep dive into the man behind the name, and the legacy of his “all in” lifestyle as we approach the 110th birthday of the Sailor Jerry himself.
“If I could have a drink with someone (alive or dead) It would be Harry Craddock. The first cocktail book I read was his ‘Savoy Cocktail Book’ and I have looked up to him ever since. I relate to him quite often, as he too was a Hotel Bartender.”
“Sadly, The Bowery mixed its last cocktail on January 26, 2020 but will never be forgotten. Stephanie Canfell and Cam Birt’s baby came to life back in late 2003 and would become one of the most important bars not just for Brisbane’s drinking scene but Australia’s as well.” – Dan Gregory
This year, The Blend is celebrating WORLD BARTENDER DAY a little differently…with a gift just for YOU! Everyone is invited to be part of the WORLD BARTENDER DAY festivities by raising a glass together; virtually, of course. Don’t worry, the glass will be provided (liquid included *hold for applause*).