As we recently reported, premium Welsh distillery Penderyn – the first new whisky distillery to launch in Wales in 100 years – reached a defining milestone in its 26 year history, with the release of their 25-year-old Welsh single malt, followed by the 12-year-old and the soon-to-be-released, 21-year-old. The initial contact by the distillery’s PR […]
A fruitful endeavour
Craft cider producer, Gravity Theory, whose excellent cider we reviewed early in 2025, recently sent us two new varieties, Hazy Pineapple Cider and Berry Cherry Cider – both in 440ml cans and the same 3.4% ABV. The branding of the new flavours feature pen and ink drawings of the dominant fruit ingredient, which the artist […]
Hard Rock Cocktails expansion continues
Hard Rock Cocktails continues its rapid UK expansion with another significant distribution milestone: a new partnership with Youings Wholesale, a family-run wholesaler with more than 135 years of industry experience. Youings Wholesale supplies businesses across the South West of England, including Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, Dorset and Bristol. Renowned for its outstanding service, extensive product portfolio […]
Tumbledown Gin takes silver
A year on from reviewing the gin produced by Tumbledown Distillery, the most southerly distillery on the planet, we’re delighted to announce that they won silver at The Gin Awards 2026. The winner of the prestigious award was Tumbledown Gin, which is produced in micro-batches, using foraged local botanicals, harvested by hand from the wild, […]
Bringing their A game
Originally created exclusively for Soho House, Lady A was hand-crafted at Château La Coste, in the heart of Provence. The branding incorporates Damien Hirst’s iconic butterfly motif to symbolise the “social butterfly” and the dynamic community that has shaped Soho House to become the iconic global brand it is today. Lady A Red is one […]
Satisfaction Guaranteed
When we received the press information about Crossfire Hurricane, the Jamaican rum brand developed by Kite Drinks, working closely with Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, of The Rolling Stones, Universal Music Group and global rum authority, Ian Burrell, we were certainly intrigued. But, there’s no shortage of celebrities that have launched their own drinks range […]
Spicing up the rum market
Edinburgh-based Rutland Square Spirits has launched its first Chai-Spiced Rum, expanding its signature chai-inspired portfolio and blending Scottish craftsmanship with Indian soul. The launch marks a strategic evolution for the brand, already known for its Chai-Spiced Gin, as it builds a flavour-led spirits portfolio designed for global markets. Crafted in small batches and bottled at […]
Valentine’s Day all wrapped up
Last year we covered the launch of Conscious Cocktail Co, a start-up company launched by Sally Hawkins, and reviewed her excellent range of nature-inspired, ready-to-drink cocktails. Sales are going well for Conscious Cocktail Co, whose range comprises three varieties: Hedgerow Martini, Wild Spritz and Meadow Mojito. Ahead of Valentine’s Day we were re-sent all […]
Cream of the crop
Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur, only months after its launch in 2018, was awarded the Chairman’s Trophy at the 2018 Ultimate Spirits Challenge with a score of 97, which was the highest score ever awarded to an Irish cream liqueur at this competition. The brand has since received numerous additional awards for quality, taste, design […]
You’d butter believe it
When we were asked if we would like to feature a limited edition butter gin, our collective response was: “feature a what?”. Yes, butter gin, the product of a unique collaboration between the Portobello Road Distillery and All Things Butter. We were still not sure about featuring the product, especially as it is a limited […]