It might be something of an understatement to say that the Sours cocktail category is a broad church. Loosely defined, any cocktail that comprises a base spirit that’s balanced with a sugar (or sweet liqueur) and sharpened with cit...

Citrus-based cocktails are enduringly popular. There’s something about the simplicity of pairing a base spirit with something sweet and something sour that creates a cocktail that’s much more than the sum of its parts. 

The term ‘Sour’ is a pretty broad one in practice. The spirit – often gin, tequila, rum or whiskey – can be balanced with sugar in almost any form – cane, agave, honey etc – and sharpened with fresh lemon or lime juice.

In many ways, ginger beer feels like an old-fashioned, beverage with limited application as a mixer, due to its strident flavour. But it does have the ability to add a powerful kick to any cocktail.

The ‘buck’ is one of the classic cocktails categories and, although there are many variations on the theme, the term is used to describe any cocktail that combines ginger ale or ginger beer, citrus juice and a base spirit.

The global thirst for ginger-based drinks can be dated back to medicinal tonics originating in eleventh-century China. In this article we explore how ginger has been used in beverages throughou...

We all know the deal with Hollywood musicals. Unlike in real life, even the most potentially mundane of moments becomes an opportunity to break into song. 

If you’re planning a festive party this season, consider creating a signature Christmas cocktail to wow your guests. Here are a few of our favourites.

If you're vegan or catering a party for vegan guests this festive period, you may want to plan your drinks menu accordingly. Here are a few suggestions for festive vegan cocktails.