When we were trying to come up with an alternative to the same-old-same-old “let’s have a braai on Heritage Day” thing (we had a braai too, but that’s another story), we chatted about what food we all grew up with. For the Joburgers, it was during the summer holidays at the coast, for the Durbanites…
The saying is sun’s out, braai’s out, right? Right? Anyway, the sun is out and so are we – with Windhoek Beer in hand (and food) and ready for summer. We’re a big fan of burgers, because everyone can get involved in making theirs, their perfect meal. We marinated the beef patties and giant mushrooms…
The complex infusions of cultures, races, and languages is what makes South Africa a wonderfully unusual place to live in. Hendrick’s Gin, with its infusions of rosewater and cucumber is an unusual gin, so it’s very fitting that they shine the spotlight on their newest variant, Midsummer Solstice. The Hendrick’s Gin Midsummer Solstice is a…
Hennessy Cognac is one of the most celebrated and sophisticated spirits in the world. Produced in the Cognac region of France, this twice-distilled cognac is made from Ugni Blanc grapes and is enjoyed with a mixer as a long drink. As we head towards the festive season, it is worth adding sipping on cognac cocktails…
Inverroche Distillery produces luxury brands of handcrafted liquor that includes: The Fynbos Collection consisting of Gin Classic, Gin Verdant and Gin Amber, the Creative Collection, African Blackstrap Rum Aged 7 Years, Limestone Rum Aged 10 Years, Botanique Brandy Liqueur, Café Coco Rum Liqueur, Marmalade Gin Liqueur and Coco Carissa. To mark World Coffee Day on…
Spier Wine Estate’s Seaward Chardonnay is making waves. The lightly-wooded wine has aromas of ruby grapefruit, mango and citrus with undertones of raw almond and a creamy palate of fresh citrus and nectarine notes with vanilla on the finish. As with all good white wines, pair it with white meats, seafood and creamy pasta dishes…
The Midsummer Solstice by Hendrick’s Gin is a small batch, limited-edition gin by Master Distiller Ms. Lesley Gracie, inspired by the everlasting mystery of nature’s most effervescent blooms. This innovative expression sees the original Hendrick’s recipe instilled with a secret selection of floral essences that enhances the liquid’s existing botanical bouquet. The Midsummer Solstice is…
Am I the only one who just cannot wait for Spring season or the hot weather in general! I am exhausted of boots and jackets! I need summer vibes and I need them fast! And since Spring is just around the corner, we will not only need fresh summery drinks but we will need fresh…
Tullamore D.E.W was created in 1829 as a unique whiskey with a smooth, yet complex, character. Early founder Daniel E. Williams created a blend of all three types of Irish whiskeys; the pot still, malt and grain whiskeys. As a result, Tullamore D.E.W. is three times smoother with an added gentle complexity. It has been…
A salty dog for gin time for World Cat Day. And world peace. Hendrick’s Gin is famous for its unique cucumber and rose undertones – refreshing and light and hand-crafted, a leisurely sip on a gin cocktail will restore everything to perfect harmony. And in light of World Cat Day, Hendrick’s Gin is restoring peace…
It’s like summer in the wintertime. Most know Hendrick’s Gin as the cucumber and rose infused gin that pairs perfectly with tonic, cucumber slices and ice cubes. Hendrick’s combines a distinct blend of eleven botanicals, and is hand crafted in Scotland in very small batches by William Grant & Sons, Hendrick’s is the only gin…
27 July marks National Scotch Day in the U.S – a day celebrated by whisky novices and connoisseurs alike, in appreciation of the simple pleasure of a fine Scotch. Monkey Shoulder, voted as the world’s top trending and bestselling Scotch whisky for three years in a row by Drinks International, recommends sticking to the world’s…
