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Double up on the drinks with new Vodka Cruiser range

VODKA CRUISER DOUBLE cheers

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Updated: 08/04/2023

The golden days of scamming your parents to buy extra drinks for a party by asking them to secretly by doubles (for legal reasons this is a joke) can now be relived with new Vodka Cruiser Doubles. Vodka Cruiser Double is the newest edition to the beloved Vodka Cruiser range, offering punters approximately two standard drinks per can. If you’re like us and enjoy a pre-game, or simply get too full from liquid and despise shots (excluding tequila of course), the Vodka Cruiser Double is the answer to your prayers with double the alcohol and the same amount of 375ml volume. Staying faithful to their tasty flavour roots, the Vodka Cruiser Double comes in slick black and neon can in Guava, Raspberry and Lemon Lime. Available right now at all good alcohol retailers.

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Stout is making a comeback and is no longer the drink of nanas

zytho stout

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Posted: 05/07/2022

Often perceived as ‘the drink your nana drinks’, stout is back in vogue and is one of the fastest-growing beer subcategories, growing at a rate of over 8 per cent year-on-year in sales.  “Stout is having a re-birth,” says Bill Ryan, category manager of craft beer at Dan Murphy’s and BWS. “Zytho Stout is leading the category, growing at an annual rate of more than 50 per cent. While stout is predominantly drunk by Baby Boomers and Gen X, Gen Z is switching to stout, too – at a growth rate of almost 10 per cent.  Beer Diva Kirrily Waldhorn, also known as Australia’s ‘First Lady of Beer’ says stout is the perfect winter drink.  “Stout has a characteristically complex flavour profile with rich chocolate, coffee and roasted nut notes, creating the perfect indulgent drink to snuggle up by the fire with on a cold winter’s night.” Zytho White Stout, RRP: $80 x 24-case; $20 x 4-pack; $6 ea. Exciting, innovative and totally unique, Zytho White Stout offers a fresh, new take on classic dark Stout. It’s light in colour but comes with all of the roasty toasty complexity that you would expect from a dark Stout. The background smokiness is interlaced with rich coffee and a hint of vanilla, with an intense rush of dark chocolate on sip, creating a delicious, easy- drinking drop. Zytho Velvet Luxe Stout. RRP: $74 x 24-case; $19 x 4-pack; $6.50 ea. As the saying goes, “There can be no light, without dark,” which is why Zytho Velvet Luxe… Read More

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Salud! Pucara Pisco has landed in Australia

Pucara Pisco

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Updated: 05/09/2020

It is said the Pisco Sour originated in Lima, Peru over 100 years ago. It has stood the test of time and to this day, is a very popular cocktail the world over.  So lovers of the Pisco Sour will be super excited to hear a premium Pisco has hit the Australian market, called Pucara Pisco. In Peru, the Pucara bull or “Torito de Pucara” is a symbol of happiness and an Andean icon of unity and good luck. Pucara Pisco is made by Peruvians from Tres Generaciones using a 160-year-old recipe using the finest grapes. This unique spirit is developed from eight different varieties of grapes, ranging from non-aromatic to aromatic grapes. No colouring or flavouring is added at any time, which sets Pisco apart from other spirits. If you’re not familiar with Pisco, it’s a type of brandy, but quite removed from the brandy we’re familiar with. The spirit varies in colour and is believed to have been first produced in the 16th century by Spanish settlers. But let’s get back to the Pisco Sour. How do you make one?  Start by getting your Pucara Pisco here and the rest is pretty straight forward.  INGREDIENTS 60ml Pucara Pisco Quebranta 40ml Fresh lime juice 30ml Sugar Syrup 1 egg white Amargo Chuncho Bitters  INSTRUCTIONS Add your egg white to a boston glass Dry shake the egg white to emulsify Fill the boston glass with ice Add remaining ingredients Shake and double strain into a chilled tumbler Garnish with 3 drops of Amargo Chuncho Peruvian bitters… Read More

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Disaronno and Diesel: When two iconic Italians collaborate

Disaronno

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Updated: 22/06/2020

You can drink it straight, add a dash to your coffee, make cocktails with it and even add a splash to your G&T. With its almond base, Amaretto is one of those liqueurs that divides people. You’re either a fan, or not. And that’s okay, because that in itself is a great conversation piece over a tipple. But for those who love a traditional sweet Italian almond flavoured liqueur, you’ll want to consider having a bottle of Disaronno in the cabinet for those times you feel like a hit of sweet, sweet Italy.  Rich, but delicate, Disaronno is flavoured by a combination of herbs and spices that are then soaked in apricot kernel oil. And for something a little different, there is now a “Disaronno wears Diesel” – Limited Edition bottle run – with a bold, ironic style that shows Disaronno’s instantly recognizable logo wrapped in Diesel’s signature denim pattern. The design is a reflection of the brands shared approach towards creativity and originality.  While this isn’t the first Disaronno x Diesel partnership, there is a newly created ‘Disaronno wears Diesel’ cocktail to celebrate their latest collaboration.  INGREDIENTS: 50 ml Disaronno 20 ml Jamaica Rum overproof 30 ml Lime Juice 20 ml Passion Fruit syrup 8 Mint leaves Crushed Ice Mint sprig and raspberry METHOD:  Half fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the ingredients, shake vigorously and strain into a chilled glass filled with ice. Garnish with mint leaves and a single raspberry.

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The gin to have when you’re not having a gin

CEDERS alt gin

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Posted: 28/02/2020

With mindful March just around the corner, there are those who are trying to be a little healthier and more balanced by reducing their alcohol intake for the month. Then are those who are giving up alcohol all together for a variety of reasons. And then there are those good, responsible humans who regularly nominate themselves as ‘designated drivers’ (you know who you are). But just because you’ve decided it’s time to cut out the alcohol, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a cool, refreshing G&T bursting with your favourite botanicals, garnished with a slice of lime.  Now that we have your attention, let’s talk about the hottest, grown-up, non-alcoholic gin alternative on the market – CEDER’S. Yes, it’s so boss, even the name of the alt-gin is all uppercase.  Produced in Sweden, CEDER’S is a distilled, non-alcoholic alt-gin created using pristine Swedish water, and rare South African and classic gin botanicals. Two of the three varieties are now available in Australia – CEDER’S Classic and CEDER’S Wild. CEDER’S Crisp is the third variety featured on the website but is not yet available in Australia.  Botanicals used to create the alt-gin include juniper, coriander, lavender, geranium, buchu, rooibos, grapefruit, ginger and clove. The result is a beautifully created alt-gin with all the traditional characters of an alcohol-based gin, without the consequences.  The ‘classic’ variety is described as floral and balanced while the ‘wild’ is spicy and intriguing. It’s best served in a gorgeous glass with a good quality tonic and a twist of your favourite fruit… Read More

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Cointreau turns 170 and throws a worldwide party

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Posted: 01/06/2019

In addition to throwing global celebrations around the world, Cointreau have made a brand-spanking-new bottle for autumn ’19, made in collab with a guy called Vincent Darre. He’s a French interior designer that epitomises chic creativity and mixes style and eras with unique elegance. He’s adorned the bottles with three original designs, bringing the story of Maison Cointreau, the duality of its orange liqueur, and memorable cocktail moments to life.  What’s on around town? Kicking off the celebrations, Le Cointreau Cocktail Show will head to Paris and take up residence at the prestigious Pavillion Elysee from June 13-16, putting a spotlight on the classics that have played a key role in Cointreau’s proud history. They’ve also created a four-part showcase around its most legendary cocktails: the Sidecar, the Margarita, the Cointreau Fizz, and the Cosmopolitan, which will be brought to life across the globe through eye-catching activations.  See more at the Cointreau website.

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50 Sips of Pink: Beefeater Gin is London’s millennial iteration of a classic spirit

Beefeater pink gin

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Posted: 19/11/2018

Beefeater London unveils a tantalisingly fruity gin in a millennial-friendly shade. Following a successful launch in the UK, Beefeater Pink is coming to Australia this month, ready to be incorporated into your summer G&Ts. Urging customers to ‘Pink your Gin’, the newest addition to the Beefeater London family is a fresh, vibrant take on the much loved Beefeater London Dry Gin. Beefeater Pink’s oh-so-aesthetic rose hue is attained through the addition of strawberries after the distillation process, seamlessly mingling with the citrus and juniper notes to create a delicate and refreshing gin. Pink is a sensory experience, with the strawberry infusion lending the gin a sweet fragrance sure to delight Beefeater London’s younger audience. The newest addition to the Beefeater London repertoire, Pink follows the success of its acclaimed predecessor, Beefeater 24. Though it differs from the classic Beefeater London Dry recipe, Pink retains elements of traditional gin-making, with Master Distiller Desmond Payne drawing inspiration from Beefeater’s founder, James Borrough. A pharmacist by trade, Borrough’s creative curiosity was exemplified by his innovative concoctions, including raspberry gin, cherry brandy, British Brandy, bitters, and mint. Payne channels his spirit through constant experimentation, resulting in the creation of the strawberry infused spirit. The contemporary London inspiration behind Beefeater Pink was epitomised by the launch at Catalina Restaurant in Rose Bay. Guests were treated to a modern high tea; in lieu of cucumber finger sandwiches and deviled eggs were pork belly skewers and Welsh rabbit on sourdough toast, though the classic scones and jam provided the perfect gastronomical end… Read More

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Tequila with a conscience: creator of the sustainable farm-to-glass Altos Tequila offers bartenders and venues a chance to shine

Altos tequila

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Posted: 31/10/2018

By bartenders for bartenders. Born out of a desire to fulfill a perceived gap in the market for a high-quality tequila for cocktails, mixologists Dre Masso and the late Henry Besant collaborated with master distiller Jésus Hernandez to create Altos Tequila in 2009. Crafted from 100% blue agave in the heart of Los Altos, Mexico, the farm-to-glass spirit works to retain its authentic Mexican roots whilst continuing to grow as a modern brand; each tequila partly utilizes the 500-year-old traditional Tahona method, prior to being distilled in small copper pot stills. Sustainability is at the core of Altos Tequila’s production processes, with the Altos distillery in Jalisco, Mexico consuming 47% less water than the industry standard and implementing a zero-waste landfill certification plan. A key sustainability practice is Altos’ promotion of sustainable businesses to the venues they supply to, working with local artisans to produce reusable drinking vessels fashioned in a local style, and utilizing local flora and fauna behind the bar. Pernod Ricard celebrated Altos Tequila’s commitment to the environment and launched their new sustainable bar initiative, Cantina Ecológica, with an intimate lunch at Chula in Potts Point. Over tostadas, tacos, and flan, Altos Tequila 100% and The Tahona Society co-founder Dre Masso introduced the competition for bartenders and venues. Bartenders and venues can enter Cantina Ecológica by submitting a mini-business plan outlining their innovative initiatives to drive sustainability in the hospitality industry. Eight competitors will be selected to showcase their initiative during a dedicated Altos Cantina Ecológica week held in February 2019 in… Read More

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