The Alchemist announces two new central London venues
Premium bar and restaurant The Alchemist has secured two new central London locations, adding to its ever-growing presence across the UK. The openings follow the success of the Bevis Marks venue, and will see the operator bring its renowned trademark of theatre and immersive experiences to the heart of Shoreditch and Covent Garden. Nearly £3million …
Morgenrot introduces five gins from Spain to the UK
Five Spanish gins from Granada, the Canary Islands and Catalonia have been introduced to the UK through drinks distributor Morgenrot. Gin Volcànic pays homage to the region of Garrotxa in the Catalan province of Girona in Spain – in an area known for its many extinct volcanos. The gin is triple distilled using volcanic stones …
North Yorkshire distillery uses local honey to create first gin
Cooper King Distillery in North Yorkshire has released its first batch of gin, distilled used honey from its own beehives. Described as England’s first self-built gin and whisky distillery, it is producing the new Cooper King Dry Gin in micro-batches through state-of-the-art vacuum distillation and a traditional copper pot still. The gin is made with …
Adnams adds 0.5% ABV version of best-selling beer
Suffolk brewer Adnams has launched an almost alcohol-free version of its best-selling Ghost Ship Pale Ale. Created to meet the “rapidly growing” demand for low-alcohol beer, Ghost Ship Alcohol Free has all the same flavours and aromas as Ghost Ship but with ABV of only 0.5%. It is available in 30-litre kegs, 500ml bottles and …
Giffard celebrates the artistry of cocktails and tattoos
The worlds of bartending and tattoos come together in a second edition of a book produced by Giffard liqueurs under the banner of Spirit of Art. After the launch in 2015 which focused on UK bartenders, the latest edition focuses on bartenders in Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur. It was launched at the …
Schweppes teams up with top bartenders for new campaign
Some of London’s best bartenders have been enlisted for a new campaign for the Schweppes 1783 range of premium mixers starting this summer. With a host of events, masterclasses and experiential activities taking place until the end of the year, consumers will discover how to experiment with the naturally flavoured mixers, both in simple mixes …
Yates adds global flavours as part of new food menu
A new food menu has been introduced at Yates bars across the UK, including a new internationally inspired range of burgers. Owner Stonegate Pub Company has made changes from breakfast and nibbles through to sharers and desserts. New dishes include fish finger sub from £3.95, pancake stacks from £2.25, and halloumi and chips from £5.25. …
Bar Soba to return to Leeds with new site in Greek Street
The popular Bar Soba in Leeds is to return in July with a new site in Greek Street after moving out of its original premises. Bar Soba Group, which also has sites in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Derby, has taken over the venue formerly known as Bem Brasil and is investing £500,000 on a major refurbishment. …
Compass Box releases whisky to celebrate Chicago bar
Compass Box whisky maker John Glaser has created a new limited edition with the owner of Chicago’s legendary punk rock whisky bar Delilah’s. After their first blend released in 2013, John has worked with Mike Miller to come up with Delilah’s XXV to celebrate the bar’s upcoming 25th anniversary in August. The new blend is …
