Want to beat the heat this summer with a boozy treat? Then read on to find our recipe for some refreshing adults-only ice lollies! Alcoholic ice pops always make a welcome addition to any barbecue or get-together and there’s truly no end to the flavours you can make – mojito, G&T, cider, Pimm’s… But to celebrate this year’s National Prosecco Day on Friday 13th August, we just had to share…
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While mezcal and tequila have many similarities, these agave-based Mexican spirits have several differences including their place of origin, production process and taste. Discover what differentiates mezcal vs. tequila in this short and informative article. You’ll be guaranteed to wow your friends and family with your drinks knowledge! Origin Mezcal can be produced in eight Mexican states, with the majority being produced in Oaxaca. In contrast, all the tequila that…
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Coinciding with this year’s Pride Month, Drinks&Co invited Ester Luna and Pablo Moyano (Spain’s Senior and Junior Brand Manager for Absolut Vodka), to tell us all about the Swedish vodka company’s exciting and innovative work advocating equality, diversity and free love. In this article, we’ll look at some of the many ways Absolut has shown a genuine commitment to defending the right to self-expression and to love who we choose,…
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All rosé is sweet; rosé is cheap: it doesn’t pair with anything; rosé is only for women, or summer, or women in summer… The list of prejudices goes on. So in honour of International Rosé Day, we’re debunking the most common myths about rosé wine. It’s a New Trend Rosé production goes back millennia. Ancient Greek wine would have been much closer in appearance to today’s rosé wines than red,…
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No, wines don’t just age in dark cellars. Some wineries prefer to have their wine aged underwater, directly in the sea, where the environmental conditions seem to be better for maintaining the wine’s characteristics. And the reasons, if you think about it, are quite clear: no oxygen, no light, constant temperature, and stillness. You couldn’t ask for a better way to age your wine in peace and quiet! How Did…
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Love it or hate, this Saturday 22nd May the Eurovision Song Contest Final is returning to our screens after last year’s show was cancelled. But whether that inspires delight or dread, it’s practically impossible to escape Eurovision. Either way, a good drink will definitely make your night more enjoyable, or at the very least, bearable. That’s why Drinks&Co have put together a compilation of 5 Eurovision cocktails inspired by some…
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Whether you’re into margaritas, mojitos, cosmopolitans or negronis, everyone loves a cocktail. When sipping your tipple of choice, it’s probably crossed your mind what cocktail actually means. Although we may never know the true origin of the word cocktail, we’re going to share the most plausible of many theories, and trust us, you’ll never look at a cocktail in the same way again. The Origin of the Word Cocktail To…
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Did you know that May 4th is International Star Wars Day? To celebrate, we’re sharing 5 ‘Star Wars’ cocktails inspired by the hit film franchise. 1. Blue Milk This alcoholic blue milk cocktail is inspired by the blue bantha milk that Luke Skywalker drank on Tatooine in Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope. Ingredients: 45 ml silver tequila. (We recommend Jose Cuervo Especial Silver) 30ml blue curaçao liqueur 15ml …
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To celebrate World Book Day 2021, Drinks&Co are sharing a compilation of 5 original books about alcohol that bookworms and drinks enthusiasts alike will love. Whether wine’s your jam or awesome cocktails, or even just drinking at home, alone, in your underwear, we’ve got the book for you. 1. Free the Tipple: Kickass Cocktails Inspired by Iconic Women, by Jennifer Croll If you’re looking for a beautifully illustrated cocktail book…
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It’s that time of year again when the stars come out to shine in their most dazzling outfits, sip champagne at decadent gala dinners and perfect their overdramatic acceptance speeches. Yep, you guessed it, it’s time for the Oscars. To celebrate in true Drinks&Co style, we’ve put together a compilation of 8 award-winning Oscar party cocktails inspired by this year’s nominees for Best Picture. So read on to find ideas…