Discover how Italy’s famous caffè corretto (literally “corrected coffee”) came to be, as well as uncovering some of the country’s many regional variations, tips for making your own at home, and much more in this whistle-stop tour through Italian coffee-spiking tradition. The Birth of Caffè Corretto The tradition of caffè corretto originated with the workers of northern Italy, in particular those in Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lombardy and Valle D’Aosta. During…
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Every year, the Old Fashioned features on the list of the most popular cocktails in the world. This iconic apéritif cocktail has even given its name to the glass it’s served in – the Old Fashioned Glass. Read on to find out more about the history of the drink, how to make it, plus some fun facts to impress your friends. History of the Old Fashioned Towards the 1860s, complex…
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We’ve all heard of bourbon, and many of us enjoy its caramel, buttery, spicy and smoky flavour. But do we really know what it is? If someone asked you to tell the difference between bourbon and whisky, would you know the answer? In this article, we’ll get to grips with the basics of bourbon, including its characteristics, how and where it’s made, and the differences between whisky and bourbon. What’s…
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A family barbecue, a picnic, a house party with friends… What do they all have in common? Well, they’re all perfect opportunities to prepare a delicious sangria! Fresh and fruity, sangria is the perfect summer drink which can’t help but make us think of Spain, its beaches and la vida loca! Today we’ll explain how to make this classic Spanish cocktail so you can enjoy a taste of Spain without…
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To celebrate National Tequila Day on July 24th, we’re sharing ten fun facts about the most popular Mexican spirit in the world. 1. Tequila is Always Mexican All the tequila that is drunk in the world – some 55 million litres per year – is produced in the area between the cities of Tequila and Guadalajara, an area covering a radius of only about 150 km. In fact, it can…
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Considered one of the most popular rum drinks, the Mai Tai is a cocktail with a rather high alcohol content. Invented in the United States, it became famous – indeed, legendary – thanks to the fashionable Tiki culture that swept through the 1930s and 1960s. History of the Mai Tai The Mai Tai was allegedly invented in 1944 at Trader Vic’s, one of the oldest and most famous Tiki Bars…
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There are cocktails that take you travelling with their taste of faraway lands. Tiki drinks, for example, make us dream of the crystal-clear waters of Polynesia, the beaches of Hawaii and the relaxed atmosphere of the Caribbean. But how did these extremely colourful (and often extremely boozy) drinks come about? The Origin of Tiki Drinks Tiki Bars and Tiki Drinks became popular in the 1930s in the United States thanks…
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We often accompany burgers with a fizzy drink or a nice cold beer. But what about a glass of wine? Considering that hamburgers have become a gourmet dish, there’s no reason why we can’t pair a good wine with a burger! Read on to discover Drinks&Co’s favourite burger and wine pairings this International Hamburger Day. So Many Burgers, So Many Wines When we talk about burgers, we’re talking about a…
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Biodiversity is a term used to describe the enormous variety of life on Earth. It can be used more specifically to refer to all of the species in one region or ecosystem. Biodiversity refers to every living thing, including plants, bacteria, animals, and humans. Source: National geographic Biodiversity shouldn’t be seen as a mere fad. Biodiversity in the vineyard is essential for the enhancement of the different terroirs and for…
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For those who don’t know it, Hugo is the most popular apéritif cocktail in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. It is also very popular in all of northeastern Italy and in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Fresh, light and floral, it’s the perfect cocktail to welcome spring! History of the Hugo Cocktail According to various drinks magazines, Hugo has a relatively recent history. It was invented in 2005 by Roland Gruber, a barman…