Gin Articles, Blogs And HowTo

Whenever I hear the word "gin," the first set of movie impressions that conjures up in my mind is of Mr. Bond’s Manly Martini, which was prepared from three measures of London dry gin. The martini shots gave him the thrust to save the world or to... -

  The traditional British drink, tea, is going to feature in a new gin created by maverick Heston Blumenthal. Heston is going to create this tea-infused G&T drink, which will be available at the Waitrose supermarket as "Earl... -

    Strange Ice Cube Tray – Try It! Bring the sinking (read melting) Titanic to your table. Perfect for the retro parties this funny ice cube tray brings back the memories of the fabled ocean liner and the ice berg that sank... -

    Keeping basic home bar liquors in your bar is very essential. Everyone may not have a proper bar but liquors can be found in all homes. There are some basic home bar liquors to keep at home. If chosen carefully these liquors... -

Juniper berry  These astringent blue-black berries are native to both Europe and America. Juniper berries are too bitter to eat raw and are usually sold dried and used to flavor meats , sauces, stuffing , etc. they’re generally crushed before use to... -

As early as the beginning of civilization, man seemed to always have some form of alcohol around. We know the Ancient Greeks, Romans and Egyptians had wine.  Not like the wine of today - more of a sweet , syrup-like product. It was not until 1910... -

Pink lady   A cocktail consisting of gin, lemon or lime juice, grenadine, egg white and cream. It’s shaken with ice , then stained into a shallow, steamed cocktail glass.                 ... -

Maraschino cherries, along with being popular garnishes for drinks, are also used as a core ingredient in many of the cocktails. All the cherry cocktails, irrespective of the form of cherry, have a special place in the list of party drinks. Here are ten such... -

Juniper berry herb, popular for giving gin its characteristic flavor is used as a culinary spice as well as a medicinal herb across the world. The various uses of juniper berry herb are explained in the article. Juniper berry with its... -

Complex, yet subtle, the apricot liqueur makes a wonderful base for a wide number of cocktails. Along with rendering a bright orange hue, the brandy gives a refreshing fragrance to the apricot cocktails too. Here are some such exotic cocktail ideas for you…... -

Get ready to take your Fat Tuesday festivities to a new level with these festive Mardi Gras cocktails. They  are sure to let you experience the spirits of New Orleans wherever you are in this world. Read on to know more about these intoxicating drinks… ... -

Watermelon, a relatively new entrant into the field of cocktails, is one of the classic fruits taht can be mixed with alcohol. A naturally succulent and mildly sweet fruit, the easy watermelon cocktails get a wonderful red hue from this fruit. A purely... -

Do you have an idea about the new Springtime cocktail from Tasmania? I had an acquintance with the same during my traveling time. While I was travelling to Hobart in Tasmania a few days back, my first halt on the arrival was at Lark Distillery – a cozy... -

Green cocktails make exotic drinks for St. Patrick’s Party or any other party where you plan to serve some refreshing cocktails to your guests. In case you are running short of ideas, here are the top 5 Green Cocktails for St. Patrick’s party which... -

Strawberries and alcohol – the combo is not quite a popular one. Nevertheless, the strawberry cocktails have a special place amidst the party drinks, especially during summer. The versatile nature of strawberries enables them to be infused easily to yield a... -

It would be wrong if you expect a bartender to know all the drinks, but there are few popular drinks every bartender should know . Most of the customers would like to order among these common drinks. And hence, it would be good for a bartender to learn... -

An alcohol gift basket is a great gift from men. It can be gifted at occasions like anniversary, birthdays, bachelor’s party or even Christmas. Add the most appropriate varieties of alcohol, depending on the preference of the recipient. Those who love... -

  If you are thinking of some gift for men, gift alcohol . It can be gifted on occasions like anniversary, birthdays, bachelor’s party or even Christmas. The preference of alcohol differs from one person to another. Find out the personal... -

If you're a cocktail fanatic, you may have come across a number of revolting cocktail names . These weird cocktail names do not necessarily affect the taste of the cocktail but they may stop you from choosing the drink. So, get to know your cocktail... -

The top 10 girly drinks this season are certainly in keeping with the feminine taste. The women of today are not overly bothered about being thought unmanly when it comes to thrashing a few of the best drink ideas around. But what does the present trend say?... -

Orange juice, along with adding a delightful orange hue to the cocktails, gives them a slight tangy flavor too. This, in fact, could be considered as one of the most essential core ingredients for a tasty drink. This blog presents some of the most exotic... -

Experience the thrill and energy of the high voltage game at home with friends along with some exotic super bowl cocktails and finger foods   . Friends, food, football, and drinks – what more do you need for an energy-filled game... -

Tonic water The Canada Dry brand of tonic water, shown on the right under ultraviolet light. Tonic water (or Indian tonic water ) is a carbonated soft drink flavoured with quinine. The drink gains its... -

  You have the familiar music racing in the background with James Bond closing in on the ‘villain’ with uncanny precision…at the point of an every handy-pistol, which has set a precedent to many a style-statement. How... -

Grapefruit adds a wonderful citrus flavor to the cocktails along with an equally addictive color. The grapefruit cocktails make use of fruit juice or at times, the grapefruit flavored vodka. Whichever way the ingredient is used, this sharp citric flavored... -

  You're probably already excited for the long weekend ahead, so why not enjoy it further with a refreshing cocktail at your Memorial Day BBQ? We're not talking the traditional vodka soda, gin and tonic, or vodka... -

If you are planning to mix the drink for the first time in your life, then here is the list for top 10 cocktail drinks for beginners. Cocktail making is not just about mixing all the drinks together; you have to maintain the correct measurements and shake... -

Having los of girls in your New Year party guest list? Most women prefer their drinks soft, fine and tasty. Just read on for information that will help you select favorite girly drinks so that your female guests are happy.       ... -

Many times we have seen our favorite movie stars sipping their favorite cocktails from martini glasses, but we rarely think about its concoctions. Here are the top 10 movie cocktail drinks :           ... -

  A hangover is something which everyone has faced at one point or another in life. So, what do you eat for breakfast after an exceptionally long bout of drinking the previous night? Is it hash browns or eggs, bacon or pizza, pickle... -

Welcoming spring during Easter with a cocktail in hand is an ideal way of celebrating the renewal & rejuvenation  of life.  However, you must remember to take care that your Easter cocktails  are  refreshing enough to reflect the festive spirits. Here... -

If you are looking out for some irresistible and amazing drinks to pep up your spirits during fall, then these fig cocktails are the right choice. This wonderful dry fruit makes a great choice in the form of liqueur as well. Here are some ideas of creating... -

Holidays mean parties! If you are hosting a party this holiday session, then you ought to try this tastefully designed holiday menu from ifood. Each of these menu ideas have been handpicked to ensure an elegant dining experience and the complete... -

You can feast your eyes on Asia’s prettiest dishes because Asian cooks have come up with mind savoring dishes.  Here is some of the region’s top feast for the eyes.   Three Little Pigs Barbecue Pork Buns at Crystal Lotus ... -