Oh, I do like a drink of Rum in the colder months! I was only introduced to it last year as Rum is a drink that never really interested me, but now I can’t get enough of it! Well, I know my limits! So when I was given the chance to try the new and latest Pink Pigeon Spiced Rum, there was no chance I would say no. And how right was I! This is indeed a tasty drink, and I have enjoyed sharing it with my girlfriends.
With its eye catching black and pink packaging, Pink Pigeon is ideal as a stocking filler for your girlfriend or as a lovely surprise for your best girlfriend /sister. It is a delicious base for cocktails or just as easy to drink with mixers. Whichever lady in your life you buy this for will be sure to thanking you again and again.
Newly launched in the UK, Pink Pigeon, The Indian Ocean Rum Company Berry Bros. & Rudd Spirits were delighted to introduce the Pink Pigeon, the first super premium, spiced rum from the Island of Mauritius. They say:-
“Although complex in flavour, this mould-breaking spiced rum is fantastically easy to drink and distilled five times with the purest of spirit. Pink Pigeon is blended with hand-pollinated and hand-picked natural vanilla from Madagascar and Reunion Islands. It incorporates a rich and golden appearance with a truly balanced sweetness.”
The vanilla tones do come through quite strong, but is you like to indulge in sweet things then this Rum is more than ideal for you. I do however recommend using it to make some of the best cocktails you have ever tasted as on its own, it could be quit sickly after a while! But, whilst mixed with delicious ingredients, you will never turn your back on Pink Pigeon. I tried out the Pink Mojito and was not disappointed! Here’s what you need to make it –
• 50ml Pink Pigeon
• 8 mint leaves
• 15ml lime juice
• 10ml sugar syrup
• Soda Top, served long
• 25-50ml cranberry juice
I hope you trust me in saying that this is one bottle that us ladies could really do with in our life. The cocktail opportunities are endless and it makes a perfect drink for a girls night in! Plus the striking looking bottle and luxury feel ensures that Pink Pigeon will be the perfect addition to your night. Pink Pigeon is the only rum in the market available in a Magnum size – that, I love!
Pink Pigeon spiced Rum is available through Speciality Drinks (Wholesalers) Whisky Exchange, The Drink Shop.com, Berry Bros. & Rudd and retails at £29.00. For more detail on the wonderful Rum, please check out http://www.pinkpigeonrum.com. Happy drinking ladies!
The Glenrothes have the belief that whisky is a bit like people; in that it matures in casks at its own gentle pace. But you can be rest assured that The Glenrothes picks the perfect time to ensure that each unique selection of whisky is ready to enjoy at its very, very best. All bottle, and ages, are reasonably priced making it just right for that whisky connoisseur in your life. Be it at birthdays, anniversaries or Christmas, this is a wonderful tipple to toast any special occasion!
The Glenrothes Select Reserve will fill your senses with all things festive this year. It is laden with notes of ripe fruits, citrus, vanilla and hints of spice. On the palate, it is silky, smooth and lively. It’s great for the new beginners to whisky and even more so for the whisky enthusiast. Not only does it taste good, but the iconic bottle looks great too. It cost a very respectable £35.
Other whisky’s from The Glenrothes include The Glenrothes Vintage 1995 (£45), or an more indulgent Vintage 1988 (£99).
The Glenrothes full portfolio of single malts is available at http://www.theglenrothes.com. The Glenrothes Select Reserve is available from Sainsbury’s Scotland. The Glenrothes Vinatge 1995 and The Glenrothes Vintage 1988 are available from specialist whisky retailers.
For those who enjoy a tipple around Christmas time and who also like to try something different altogether, Hoxton Gin could just be the perfect thing for you!
With its strong male branding, packaging and distinctive name, this drink is perfect for the man in your life, brother or even trendy dad!
Now, this is a Gin like no others! Hoxton Gin is smooth, easy to drink and definitely different from the rest. This gin has a juniper driven character, distilled with the exotic tones and sourced using the finest natural and ethically sourced ingredients. These include Coconut, Grapefruit, Juniper, Iris, Tarragon and Ginger. Yes, you heard that right! Hoxton Gin allows you to open up a whole new world of drinking and cocktail possibilities. I like the sound of that!
This wonder Gin has been launched by renowned Mixologist Gerry Calabrese. He had the idea of recreating the classic drink ‘Gin’ whilst creating a fun brand that is like no other on the current market. He says:-
“Hoxton Gin is the child of a highly lauded bartender geeking out over the beautiful spirit”
Hoxton Gin hosts tasting notes of grapefruit and coconut. Even though you can taste it, it is subtle and actually rather nice! It doesn’t overpower the exquisite Gin (my favourite tipple!), but makes for a rather enjoyable and different drink. You can either drink it like the classic G&T, or simply on its own. Or for a refreshing drink, simply serve the gin straight from the freezer, pour into an ice cold martini glass and enjoy.
Hoxton Gin is priced at £25 and is available at Waitrose and Harrods followed by other prestigious retailers and independent wine merchants. You can also purchase it on-line through thedrinkshop.com and Whisky Exchange (£27.95 per 70cl bottle). For more information on this fruity Gin, please check out http://www.hoxtongin.com. So go on and give him a real special treat this Christmas, you know he deserves it!
The Macallan is known for producing fine single malt scotch. This delectable whisky is perfect for any special occasion, a tipple at home and especially good to share with your loved ones this Christmas time. Macallan was founded by Alexander Reid in 1824, and has since grown to become one of the most popular and well-known single malts in the world. With many varieties available, The Macallan Fine Oak 10 years old is the one to welcome you wonderfully to the Macallan world!
This is a smart looking bottle filled with a very good whisky! On the palate, this whisky is quite sweet and fruity hosts a touch of vanilla and a touch of oak. It’s nicely rounded and definitely one worth trying. The 10 year old is a well balanced whisky and is indeed suitable as a day-to-day whisky. I do recommend it!
Also to the Macallan collection is The Macallan Sherry Oak 18. This is a warm and classic Christmas tipple. Exclusively matured in Spanish oak casks it is wonderfully rich in colour and flavour with dried fruits, spice and chocolate orange. It costs £76. The Macallan Fine Oak 21 year old makes an exceptional gift for whisky lovers who will appreciate its soft, rich and spicy flavours with hints of orange and peat. It retails at a heftier price of £121.96 – but should be worth every penny!
The Macallan’s full portfolio of single malts is available at http://www.themacallan.co.uk. The Macallan Fine Oak 10 years old is available at multiple retailers including Asda, Tesco and Co-op. The Macallan Sherry Oak 18 and The Macallan Fine Oak 21 years old are available at Harrods, Selfridges and specialist whisky retailers.
If you are looking for personalized wedding favours in the UK, you really need to check out a new website – Little Wedding Ideas.
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At the end of such an important day, it’s great to give some inspiring keepsakes as presents for wedding guests.
From personalised mini foam Rugby balls, personalised box of Love Hearts sweets to the most gorgeous personalised embossed roses, Little Wedding Ideas offers a fresh and innovative approach to personalized wedding favours in the UK.
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Personalised Word Game Magnet - You know those word game magnets you see on other people fridges and when they’re not looking, you make a rude sentence! You could make a random selection of words which reflect you and your Bride or Groom to-be, use it as a Save the Date idea or even as your Wedding Invitation. The magnet also has space for your own print, so you could even have your photo on the bottom too. (Dimensions: 105mm x 105mm £1.25 each. Min order 100 magnets. Delivery £4.95)
Personalised Memory Stick - These Memory Sticks can be personalised with your names and Wedding date and pre-loaded with your supply of Wedding and Honeymoon photos. Great to send to your guests following the Wedding as a thank you. (1g or 2g starting from £6.50 each. Min order 50 Memory Sticks. Delivery £4.95)
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