We love a bit of drink history, and the story goes like this. Sometimes referred to as ‘Cuba Libre Del Pobre’ or poor man’s Cuba Libre, you could be forgiven for thinking that the Cubans came up with it.
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An equal parts combination of gin, manzanilla or fino sherry and Lillet with a couple of dashes of orange bitters, it’s essentially a martini with training wheels – lower in ABV, floral, with a lick of salinity and juicy citrus notes.
While Jägermeister is revered for its signature ice-cold shot, its versatility as a spirit extends far beyond, thanks to its aromatic flavour profile. From classic cocktails like the Jägermeister Mule to modern creations like the DeathFlip, mixologists all around the world have embraced the complexity of Jägermeister
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You hear the words Jungle Bird, and you’re probably thinking it was a Don the Beachcomber drink from California circa the 1950s. But this one actually hails from the Aviary Bar, at the Hilton Hotel in Kuala Lumpur in 1978.
“The competition asks bartenders (of all levels) to make a twisted G&T and a three ingredient cocktail that causes a stir, something that is in the wheelhouse of most capable bartenders in the country.” – Co-Founder at Never Never Sean Baxter
On Sunday 10th of March, Bar Planet in its first Brisbane takeover, took over the reigns at Frog’s for an epic night of long pours, Cucumber & Lemon Sgroppinos as well as other Hendrick’s Gin bangers, and unlimited bags of their famous popcorn
“The cocktails feature native/foraged ingredients from Dee Why surrounds and take guests on a journey through classic styles of drinking in our own ULLO way.”
Flecha Azul Tequila, the additive-free and authentically crafted spirit backed by actor, producer, and entrepreneur…
Ice cream in cocktails actually has quite a venerable history. It’s unsurprising that the US, home of the soda parlour, was an early adopter. William Schmidt’s ‘The Flowing Bowl’, which was published in 1892, included quite a few ice cream cocktails, including the brandy and rum-laced Glorious Fourth.
Rooster Rojo Mezcal is a pure, easy-to-drink, traditionally hand-crafted Mezcal from Oaxaca. This authentic Mexican drink is created in the small craft distillery of Lopes Sosa Palenque in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Archie Rose returns for the fourth time as Official Gin Partner to Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras 2024, bringing their award-winning range of gins to venues around Sydney, underpinned by the message: Proudly Sydney, Proudly For Everyone.