Journal

The best accompaniment to a good cocktail? A good read.

We love exploring drinking culture: the traditions and history, the characters and businesses, and the best ways to enjoy a well-made drink. As well as that, we’ll bring you all the latest news from Edmunds HQ.

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Slings and roundabouts: the origins of the modern cocktail

Slings and roundabouts: the origins of the modern cocktail

The early-nineteenth-century fusion of spirit, sugar and water known as a ‘sling’ laid the foundations for the rainbow of cocktails we drink today.

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Tequila: a taste of Mexico

Tequila: a taste of Mexico

The evolution of modern-day tequila is an interesting story. Its origins lie in a sticky, kombucha-style, ceremonial ‘pulque’ made from raw agave sap in pre-Hispanic Mexico and thought to be a gift from the gods.

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Minted: the making of a Mojito

Minted: the making of a Mojito

A short history of this Cuban rum based cocktail.

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In the pink: celebrating the Cosmopolitan

In the pink: celebrating the Cosmopolitan

Made famous by Sex and the City, but is there more to this vibrant pink cocktail?

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Truth or Dare: The Great Tom Collins Mystery

Truth or Dare: The Great Tom Collins Mystery

Behind every great cocktail is a great story. This is the story of Tom Collins...

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Burns Night: Planning the Perfect Drinks Party

Burns Night: Planning the Perfect Drinks Party

You don't need to be a traditionalist - or Scottish - to enjoy a Burns themed drinks party this winter.

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Bloody Mary: The Original Savoury Cocktail

Bloody Mary: The Original Savoury Cocktail

A bonafide hangover cure? Or just a myth? We dive into the worlds most famous savoury cocktail.

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Top 5 Classic Whisky Cocktails

Top 5 Classic Whisky Cocktails

It's hard to pick just five for our favourite aged spirit, but we've given it our best shot.

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Anyone for an Old Fashioned?

Anyone for an Old Fashioned?

Turn back the clock with classic whisky cocktails.

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Delicious and beautifully packaged cocktails! You can tell that each cocktail is made with quality ingredients, and the garnishes are such a lovely added extra.

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