Sara Rodrigo

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…

If you are a fan of discounts and offers, you surely know Singles’ Day, the alternative to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. It is a day, more precisely on 11 November, in which almost all shops, in all sectors and all over the world, offer unmissable discounts. Not everyone knows, however, that this day was born in China as opposed to Valentine’s Day. Singles’ Day – An important day for…

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…

Gin is an exceedingly popular drink throughout the world. If liquor is to be classified as gin with an ”Appellation of Origin” it must be flavoured with juniper fruit. The European Union legally differentiates gin into four categories. These categories include ”Juniper-flavoured spirit drinks”, ”Gin, ”Distilled gin”, and ”London gin”. Do you know the differences between these categories? Below we will explain in more detail. According to the Appellation of…

Pinot gris is a white grape variety. Many believe it is a mutant clone of the pinot noir variety. Pinot gris is famously used in white wines but also makes an appearance in rosé wines. The word pinot derives partially from the French word for ”pinecone”, possibly because the grapes grow in clusters shaped like pinecones. Pinot gris is grown all over the world and it can be used to…