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…
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The star of the Argentinian wine industry, Malbec is appreciated around the world for its bold and intense flavours. Full-bodied, juicy, easy to drink and great value, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who didn’t like it. But how much do we actually know about this humble grape? To celebrate annual World Malbec Day on April 17th, let’s explore 5 things you didn’t know about this popular varietal, including its…
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Easter is typically filled with fun activities for the kids, but here at Drinks&Co, we think the adults should let their hair down too. That’s why we’ve put together 6 egg-cellent ways you can join in the fun this year, from making chocolate cocktails to going on a boozy Easter egg hunt. Let’s hop to it! 1. Swap the Easter Eggs for a Boozy Dessert Easter doesn’t have to mean…
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Spring has officially arrived and that can only mean one thing – rosé season has started. It’s admittedly still too cold outside, but there’s nothing like the promise of that first picnic or barbecue with friends to get you preemptively cracking out the rosé. But in all the excitement, it’s easy to knock back the wine like it’s juice. That’s why rosé lemonade will be your new favourite drink. Lower…
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Spring has finally sprung and after a long, hard winter, we think that’s definitely reason to raise a glass. Let’s take some inspiration from nature and add a floral touch to our cocktail creations with some edible flowers! Read on to discover the benefits of consuming flowers, find out which ones are edible, how to source them, as well as fantastic recipes to create some blooming good cocktails! Flower Power…