I first discovered this brand when they launched their original Blue Bottle Gunpowder Tea Gin. They’ve since expanded their lineup, and instead of committing to two full-sized bottles, I picked up this mini trio sample set for just $9.99. It includes 50ml bottles of three gins, including the original. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin is crafted…
Tag: Gin
Spicy Strawberry Gin Cocktail
It’s warm outside and it’s only going to get warmer this week. One of my favorite recent buys was the Lawley’s Strawberry Gin from Boston Harbor Distillery so… let’s make a cocktail! Ingredients*3 oz Lawley’s Strawberry Gin (or flavored gin)*1.5 oz Demon Seed Whiskey (or spicy whiskey)*1.5 oz Pineapple Juice (we used Lakewood Organic)*4 Strawberries…
Isle of Harris Gin
If you are wondering where exactly the Isle of Harris is, well, it’s in the Outer Hebrides and even though I’ve been to Scotland, I still had to Google the location. The distillery first opened in Fall of 2015 and although they are working on a single malt, the first product out the door is…
Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin
Gin, but not just any gin, Irish gin. And, if you’ve not heard of Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin before, then you should. We discovered this little gem right before the New Year when our friend Matt mentioned it and immediately we were off to find it. The Shed Distillery is located in Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim,…
The Botanist Gin
Yes, you’ve read the title right, today’s blog is not about a whisky but rather about a gin with a whisky connection. The Botanist Gin is the first and only dry gin made in Islay. It uses nine classic gin aromatics that are then enhanced by 22 botanicals that are hand-picked locally by their foraging…
Rogue Dead Guy Whiskey
There I was out on a Friday night at a bar with a Rogue Dead Guy in hand. Now before you jump into any conclusions I am talking about the whiskey and not an actual guy. After having enjoyed a smooth Willett single barrel (rye), there was no way I could leave the bar without…