Sara Rodrigo

Did you know that 18th August is International Pinot Noir Day? Let’s celebrate by discovering more about the history and origin of Burgundy’s quintessential grape variety, this unique grape’s characteristics, tasting notes and some mouthwatering food pairing suggestions. The History and Origin of Pinot Noir The variety has its origin in Burgundy, around the year 100 AD. The first documented mention of the grape, in the same territory, dates back…

Who doesn’t love a mojito? Minty, citrusy, sweet, refreshing and with a good kick of rum, mojitos are popular for a reason. While it seems like a simple cocktail – usually lime, sugar, mint and rum – nobody can agree on the best way to make it. Lemon or lime? White sugar or brown? Spearmint or peppermint? Sparkling water or tonic? And that’s not to mention the dizzying array of…

To celebrate World Lambrusco Day on June 21st, we’re inviting you to dip your toes into the world of this often misunderstood and underappreciated grape. Read on to learn more about the drink’s long history, its origin, main characteristics, and what it is that makes it so special. A Short Introduction to Lambrusco Lambrusco is a type of red grape originating from Italy in four areas in Emilia-Romagna and one…

This Friday 18th June is World Sushi Day and to celebrate, we’ve written an in-depth article all about it on the Drinks&Co Blog. We’ll look at exactly what sushi is, discover its origins, and explore the many different types, so you can learn more about their different characteristics and how to make them. What is Sushi? What is it? Sushi is a style of Japanese food that combines fish, either…

Today we deal with the best brands of vodka divided by countries. Vodka from Poland Most brands of Polish vodka usually use potato and grain when making them, however sometimes they are a bit complicated to use because it is difficult to get some chemical components when it is fermented. Belvedere Vodka: Vodka made from the distillation of rye and is mild. It is distributed by LVMH and the bottle…

Rum is a world-famous alcoholic beverage which is made from sugar cane. Throughout its history, the drink has come to be associated with pirates. You will find a huge variety of different types of rum on the market. The most common type is white rum. As the name suggests it is a colourless rum. This type of rum ages in oak or cherry wood barrels for longer periods of time.…

Black Friday is approaching. Did you know that the number of people who go shopping on Black Friday is greater than the number of people who visit Disney World over the course of a whole year? Keep reading to discover 10 other fun facts that you probably did not know about Black Friday. Where Does the Name Come From? The term Black Friday emerged around 1961 in Philadelphia. It was…

Whisky made in Scotland continues to be the most famous drink in the world, surpassing other widely consumed distillates such as vodka, rum or gin. Whisky is the drink of the gods, the water of life, the king of spirits. And the trend has been rising in recent years without any signs of slowing down. The trend is resulting in many new brands emerging in recent years. Even consumption of…

When we talk about Cognac it becomes clear that we’re dealing with a special spirit. It’s only possible to produce Cognac in a geographically specified area. The production is restricted to a small area of France which includes the regions Charente-Maritime, Charente, Deux-Sévres, and Dordogne. These are further divided into six zones: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bon Bois, and Bois Ordinaire. Characteristics of Cognac Cognac is special…

The summer almost begs for us to lounge by the sea with a glass of cold rosé in our hand. This wine is fresh, it has charisma, and it presents lovely, fruity aromas. The best of the rosés can be paired with various types of food. Today we take a look at some great pairings. Rosé wine and Meat Although a nice rosé by default pairs perfectly with fish, it…