Author: tequila1john

How To Make The Perfect Gin And Tonic

When mixed and served the right way, gin and tonic sounds, looks, smells and tastes irresistible. But, if you want to take this simple drink to another level, there are many ways to use liqueur and other fresh ingredients to complement the spirit and mixer combination.

*Recipe serves one.

Ingredients

  • 5 tonic water Ice Cubes — we recommend Schweppes tonic water
  • 2 shots gin
  • 3 shots tonic water
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
  • Lime wedge, to garnish
  • 1 mint sprig, to garnish

Method

  1. First of all, make the tonic water ice cubes.
  2. Fill an empty ice cube tray with tonic water.
  3. Pop in the freezer for a couple of hours until ice cubes fully form.
  4. Place the tonic water ice cubes in a tall, narrow, chilled glass.
  5. Add the gin to the tall glass.
  6. Add the tonic water next.
  7. Finally, add the lime juice.
  8. Stir all the ingredients together properly.
  9. Garnish with a lime wedge.
  10. Top it all with a mint sprig.
  11. Serve the cocktail immediately.
by tequila1john

Ireland’s Largest Gin Bar To Open In Galway

For all of you gin lovers out west. Yes!

Given the fact that gin sales in Ireland rose by more than 44% in 2017, it’s fair to say that plenty Irish people absolutely adore their gin.

If you didn’t get this gin taster job or enjoy the gin festival that took place in Cork, we’ve got just the thing for you.

Ireland’s largest gin parlour bar is set to open in Galway and it’s located beside the recently renovated Forster Court Hotel. Hyde Bar & Gin Parlour promises to have the largest collections of gins in Ireland, over 500 to be exact, and it sounds like heaven for anyone that fancies a tipple.

As you can see by the bright and colourful venue, plenty of time has been spent on the renovations and the owners have also worked closely with the Celtic whiskey store – they recently ran the very successful Gin Experience in Dublin Castle.

There’s going to be gins from all over the world available but we have a feeling that one drink will be more popular than the others. The bar has created a signature “Unicorn Tears Gin” that’s made from “a bunch of secret ingredients on a unicorn farm in a secret location resulting in a bittersweet gin experience and an iridescent glittery appearance.”

Colour us intrigued.

The menu took over six months to perfect and the owners are confident in saying that it’s like “nothing else seen here in Ireland.”

Regarding the interior design, the design team Third Mind have created the unique flower wall that contains over 7,500 flowers .

The bar will also feature custom-made gunpowder Irish gin lamps, bloom gin vases, and an indoor greenhouse.

If you’re not a big gin drinker, you’ll be pleased to know that the bar will also stock plenty of rums, vodkas, tequilas and local craft beers. They’ve also got Japanese beer on draft and a fairly swanky cocktail menu.

Hyde Bar & Gin Parlour is set to open his summer and you can find more information here.

by tequila1john

World Gin Day 2018

It’s that time of year again! World Gin day is here and while we don’t need an excuse to drink gin it’s a fun day to celebrate!

The idea behind World Gin Day is simple: get people together all around the world with a legitimate excuse to drink some gin, whether it’s in a cocktail, G&T or neat. Plus, it’s a chance to get those gin haters in your life to try some gin and convert them,

If you are heading out for a few gins around Lichfield today to celebrate then check out our list of the best places to go and enjoy a gin-based drink.

1. The Angel Inn

The Angel Inn sits on one of Lichfield’s busiest streets. With cosy snugs and corners, this pub is home to an impressive craft beer selection and over 20 gins, appealing to a variety of tastes. Select your own garnish and tonic to create your favourite G&T! Plus, as its world gin day they are offering a free mixer with every double gin purchased!

2. Paradise

Located on the edge of the city centre, Paradise has been serving cocktails, drinks and music to the people of Lichfield since 1996. They have a number of gins on offer and an extensive cocktail menu, a particular favourite being the classic bramble.

3. Beerbohm

Named after Henry Maximilian Beerbohm, known in the 1890s for being a dandy and humorist, Beerbohm offers something a little different in Lichfield. There is no set gin menu and the selection changes regularly, you may even find a gin you haven’t heard of before.

4. The George Hotel

The cosy lounge bar of this 18th-century former coaching inn offers 20 premium gins and a good selection of tonics. Their extensive menu offers each gin with a complementing tonic and the suggested garnish.

5. Le Reve

A sophisticated bar serving a variety of gins and cocktails, Le Reve is a great venue for a night out or a relaxing afternoon drink. Showcasing local talent with live music events throughout the week and a DJ at the weekend. The extensive and varied drinks menu has something for everyone, especially gin lovers.

by tequila1john