Cocktails & Bars
Cocktails & Bars
The Martinez - why this classic is misunderstood
Jane Ryan continues her exploration of the classics with a venture into the confusing world of the Martinez
—13 December, 2019
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Bar review: Amazónico
A rainforest-themed bar in Mayfair? The eyes are rolling, but actually, it pays to keep an open mind, says Hamish Smith.
—12 December, 2019
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Bar review: Rockwell
Few London hotels don't aspire to have 'destination bars'. Hamish Smith reviews one of the latest hospitality venues with grand ambitions.
—10 November, 2019
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How the Old Fashioned stayed old fashioned
Jane Ryan’s journey through the cocktail ages takes her to the Old Fashioned, an American drink the English had more than a small part in preserving, she says
—15 October, 2019
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The best gin for the Southside
Hamish Smith took the Cocktail Lab on tour to Leeds - the worldwide imbibing head quarters of the Southside cocktail. The Watermark played host.
—10 September, 2019
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How the Espresso Martini survived the 1980s
Jane Ryan traces the chequered history of the Espresso Martini.
—15 August, 2019
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The Bloody Mary: go easy, it's not a garnish arms race
Jane Ryan traces the history of the most famous hangover ‘cure’ ever invented.
—15 June, 2019
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Margarita: the good, the bad and the pitcher
Jane Ryan charts the chequered history of a cocktail that’s been as maligned as it has been lauded over the years
—16 April, 2019
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The Daiquiri: Cuba's gift to the cocktail world
Jane Ryan leafs through the nebulous history of the Daiquiri. It’s the ultimate bartender drink and its fundamental constitution has rarely been improved over the years, she says.
—19 February, 2019
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The best edible flowers for drinks
Whether to garnish drinks or bar food, there is a raft of edible flowers available to the bartender
—21 September, 2016