tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-318095022024-03-05T22:51:22.402+00:00Notorious Beam TeamIf you come across anything you would like to add to the blog just email me and I'll post it up - jonathan.brown@notoriousglobal.comBrownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.comBlogger622125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-19216630332789638082009-12-16T15:55:00.001+00:002009-12-16T19:07:35.191+00:00Hennessy Paradis Horus<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTn69SRBotrT3DpocuSDXqOnfOLVO2O5pjpkrZkDGvgdQGtjswajCh7Zo2Rew3aNIkDWpH5ROfFJIM0WLuI9aj0fX6kyR2BfUuHDsIJXAvNNZdszLoMkcm2MX_rVQwwqoNgnDMDg/s1600-h/200911604320454.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTn69SRBotrT3DpocuSDXqOnfOLVO2O5pjpkrZkDGvgdQGtjswajCh7Zo2Rew3aNIkDWpH5ROfFJIM0WLuI9aj0fX6kyR2BfUuHDsIJXAvNNZdszLoMkcm2MX_rVQwwqoNgnDMDg/s400/200911604320454.jpg" width="298" /></a><br />
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New uber-luxe golden clad decanter from Hennessy is a bit a show stopper.<br />
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Here's more information from <a href="http://atelier29.blogspot.com/2009/12/hennessy-paradis-horus-magnificent.html">Atelier 29</a><br />
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<i>"A collector's item indeed! This crafted luminous decanter sheathed in gold by Hennessy would be an exclusive hand-gift for Christmas or New Year Celebration and even perfect Chinese New Year Present for those looking for something different!<br />
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An exquisite packaging design by Italian designer Ferruccio Laviani, Paradis Horus is an exceptional cognac developed from a masterly assemblage of hundreds of rare eaux-de-vie, perfectly aged for 25 to 130 years. It is has been described as the fruit of a noble alliance between man, the land and the heavens.<br />
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'A divine name for divine perfection. Its name is derived from the mythological god representing the sun. Emerging from the cellar's obscurity, its luminous eaux-de-vie irradiate. They embody the sun's power and warm light, forming a cognac beyond compare.<br />
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For this exquisite elixir, Hennessy has chosen the most magnificent cognac decanter ever envisioned. The Italian designer, Ferruccio Laviani, crafted a luminous decanter sheathed in gold to glorify this one-of-a-kind ambrosia. Reminiscent of ancient statues, the Paradis Horus decanter is as singular as the cognac it contains. It commands respect, topped with a majestic oversized cap, plated in 18 carat gold.'"</i><br />
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I'm very partial to mythological references and ancient legends. And a spot of gold bullion never hurt anyone. If anyone feels like sending me a decanter of super-smart cognac, feel free!Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-12784402806829002532009-12-15T10:23:00.001+00:002009-12-15T10:25:30.085+00:00The Eternal Ice Drop<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJQ8JtWtwWJEcTRtI5bZFNfLw_ysdm0viVrvfmWF20OiBiPtvaZJrzdFZDA7gHJS3RT5ijC3Yg1RTbp1EbkshQlv0IJa9wkHzqFspOFDMevsp9yYpW2FtOk6FoRPy_1IOdx-vIMA/s1600-h/cognaccooler.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 279px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJQ8JtWtwWJEcTRtI5bZFNfLw_ysdm0viVrvfmWF20OiBiPtvaZJrzdFZDA7gHJS3RT5ijC3Yg1RTbp1EbkshQlv0IJa9wkHzqFspOFDMevsp9yYpW2FtOk6FoRPy_1IOdx-vIMA/s400/cognaccooler.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5415406682808302642" /></a>For cooling your cognac. <div><br /></div><div><a href="http://mocoloco.com/archives/012915.php"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Via</span></i></a></div>VicHoonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03801592731429920762noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-76194606319859943552009-12-10T15:33:00.001+00:002009-12-10T15:34:25.912+00:00Funny Schweppes Spots for Christmas<object width="560" height="340"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/N5c7iEnVhX8&hl=en_GB&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/N5c7iEnVhX8&hl=en_GB&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="400" height="260"></embed></object><br />
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Refreshingly light hearted. My favourite is the one where they throw their keys into the Christmas hat.Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-78611481484097549052009-12-08T10:53:00.001+00:002009-12-08T10:54:05.415+00:00Ballantine's Flashing Bottles<object height="344" width="425"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/mzHJ3eWW_DQ&hl=en_GB&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/mzHJ3eWW_DQ&hl=en_GB&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="400" height="320"></embed></object><br />
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Your eyes are not deceiving you. These bottles of Ballantine's are indeed flashing. And not just flashing randomly, but pulsing to the beat of the music.<br />
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Why? Well, rather than me trying to work it out, here's what <a href="http://www.marketingmagazine.co.uk/news/972126/Ballantines-launches-whisky-bottle-flashes-beat-music/">Marketing Magazine</a> wrote about it:<br />
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"Designed by London-based packaging agency The Core, the Ballantine's Finest self-illuminating bottle, which can be powered by batteries or mains, is only available to the on-trade.<br />
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The bottle design is modelled on a graphic equaliser, the dark blue spray coated bottle appears to react to the tonal quality of audio passing through it, by lighting up intermittently to achieve back-of-bar standout.<br />
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The working bottle forms part of an on-trade campaign for Ballantine's Finest, entitled ‘Listen to Your Beat'. Rolling out across bars and nightclubs in the UK and other markets, the campaign is based on the idea that ‘by listening to your own beat and following your own instincts, you will make choices that leave an impression on others.'<br />
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Global marketing director for Ballantine's, Peter Moore, said "The ‘Listen to Your Beat' campaign will energise our on-trade accounts by engaging consumers in a creative and eye catching manner.""<br />
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I'm lost for words.Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-89463329054486834932009-12-08T10:46:00.000+00:002009-12-08T10:46:16.597+00:00Puzzling Wine LabelsI'm a big fan of these labels. It's good to see designs that aren't just about looking nice but actually engage the mind.<br />
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I particulalry like "Puzzle Time" on the left. You can see that within the word search there are terms like "blackberry" and "toast" that presumably are part of the tasting notes that you discover as you drink it. There's something brilliantly playful about it that's a million miles away from the normal "dry, elegant and crisp" tasting notes that adorn the back of most bottles.<br />
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You can see from this <a href="http://www.budgetvino.com/2006/10/its_puzzle_time.html">blog post by Budget Vino</a> that the label has worked a treat. It gives a reason for people to engage with the wine label and learn more about what makes it different from its rivals. I'm intrigued to see their other labels and whatever else they are up to.<br />
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<a href="http://www.bevlaw.com/bevlog/wine/puzzle-time-wines">(Via Bev Law blog)</a>Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-30396776022793144322009-12-08T10:31:00.000+00:002009-12-08T10:31:21.725+00:00Brew Dog - Tactical Nuclear PenguinSensational video showcasing Brew Dog's successful attempt to make the world's strongest beer.<br />
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There can't be many alchohol brands out there with a stronger brand behavior. For a taste of what they are up to <a href="http://www.brewdog.com/blog.php">have a look at their site</a>. Or better still <a href="http://www.equityforpunks.com/">buy some equity in the brand</a>!Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-28888522374479762402009-12-07T17:25:00.002+00:002009-12-08T09:14:17.228+00:00Towards a Fluid State<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/4165421757/" title="Logo by browners82, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2717/4165421757_ec90ce2e29.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="Logo" /></a><br />
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Angella and Hayley, masterminds of the <a href="http://thetastingsessions.com/">Tasting Sessions</a> and most recently architects of <a href="http://towardsafluidstate.com/">Towards a Fluid State</a>, have moved the goal posts so far that most booze brands planning a tasting experience won’t be able to see them.<br />
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Over the course of the last year they have continuously raised the bar with their artistic mash-ups of art, booze, culture, flavours, music, theatre and entertainment. They are the drinks version of what <a href="http://www.shunt.co.uk/">Shunt </a>is to traditional theatre. The <a href="http://aroundbritainwithapaunch.blogspot.com/2009/05/throw-away-your-prohibitions-whisky.html">whisky and cheese pairing at Bart’s was terrific</a>. The <a href="http://thetastingsessions.com/white-hot-party/">white wine event was dazzling</a>. And by all accounts their <a href="http://thetastingsessions.com/rich-or-ruin/">gin event was spectacular</a>.<br />
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Having arrived in an alleyway in deepest darkest Dalston we were greeted by a scene out of a Soviet dystopia mixed with a touch of Mad Max. Russian versions of the Enigma machine checked us in before we entered the experience. In another life the venue doubles as a photographers studio for Vogue fashion shoots and used to be a mechanic’s garage.<br />
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Our first encounter (depicted by an octagon in the map above) featured a flight of sake from <a href="http://www.akashi-tai.com/eng/lineup.html">Akashi Tai</a> paired with Japanese nibbles from <a href="http://www.tsuru-sushi.co.uk/">Tsuru</a>. The sake progressed from the expected through to an almost whiskyish brown spirit that paired exceptionally well with a ball of sesame crusted ice cream. <br />
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But the oral tasting itself is only a small part of the experience. Drag queens chilled out next to us as an amazing artists doodled Japanese Animae on a wall. It all set the scene for a mind bending introduction.<br />
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We turned a corner and all of a sudden we’d translocated from Tokyo to Jarnac. The <a href="http://www.courvoisier.com/">Courvoisier </a>experience featured a bar serving Exclusif cocktails ranging from the classics like the Sazerac and Sidecar through to the more experimental blackberry jelly shot flecked with gold leaf that is best consumed from a spoon.<br />
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Courvoisier’s <a href="http://notorious-beam-team.blogspot.com/search/label/Le%20Nez">Le Nez experience</a> was in full flow, showcasing the incredible aromas held within the cognac. It was a very special moment for me to see an idea I worked on come to life, and in such style. A flight of Napoleon, XO Fine Champagne and Initiale paired with caramel lollipop, lavender crème brulee and port and stilton truffle was phenomenal. I’m biased, but you’ll just have to believe me. It took me back to the <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/sets/72157611287872468/">food and cognac pairing we developed with Alexis from Roussillon</a>.<br />
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The experience also included a chance to watch Courvoisier’s 3D film which helps to explain what makes their cognac so special. The whole experience was artfully curated and looked spectacular.<br />
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We slipped out of Jarnac and landed up in the midst of a Lady Gaga video-shoot. <a href="http://www.philipli.com/">Philip Li</a>, who is renowned for his weird and wonderful ceramics performed an incredible piece of art which mainly involved him being wrapped in cling-film, clay and bin bags. For anyone who saw <a href="http://xfactor.itv.com/2009/episodes/video/item_200960.htm">Lady Gaga on X Factor on Saturday</a>, you’ll see the connection. I’ll let the pictures do the talking.<br />
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Philip Li’s performance along with a surreal Telly-Tubby-esque grass floor that moaned and suggestively glistened with jewels formed a bizarre backdrop for a tasting of biodynamic and natural wines paired with raw food from <a href="http://www.safrestaurant.co.uk/">Saf</a>.<br />
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Joe McCanta, is one of the leading sommeliers and mixologists in town. And like Angella and Hayley is a member of the Courvoisier Future 500. His collection of wines were all wonderfully obscure. Our favourite combination was a pairing of Burgenland Pinot Noir with beetroot cannelloni – which I think I may have had when <a href="http://aroundbritainwithapaunch.blogspot.com/2009/02/saf-food-as-medicine.html">I visited Saf</a>. The wine was light and supple and formed a perfect marriage with the beetroot.<br />
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We didn’t get stuck into the whisky and cheese tasting- for which I can only appolgise. But it looked very similar to the <a href="http://aroundbritainwithapaunch.blogspot.com/2009/05/throw-away-your-prohibitions-whisky.html">“Throw Away your Prohibitions” event I raved about at Bart’s</a>. The waft of phenomenal cheese from La Fromagerie was sensational. Highland Park and The Macallan featured alongside Connemara, Singleton, Clynelish, Dalwhinnie and Lagavulin. <br />
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Instead I headed upstairs to a secret speakeasy bar that was serving Maker’s Mark cocktails to a crowd of adorers. The bartender, from Zuma, whipped up a cracking array of cocktails starting with a Blueberry Smash infused with mint for the ladies and a State Mule for the gents which was like a fizzy Old Fashioned. We missed the music but apparently <a href="http://www.myspace.com/weareplasterofparis">Plaster of Paris</a> and the <a href="http://www.myspace.com/thedulwichukuleleclub">Dulwich Ukulele Club</a> put on quite a show.<br />
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We then found ourselves in the Rich or Ruin experience being wowed by <a href="http://www.sipsmith.com/">Sipsmith’s Gin</a> which was served as a warm punch a la crachit with a tickle of ginger beer. Sipsmith’s Gin opened very recently in Hammersmith, making them the first gin distillery with a copper still to open in London for 189 years. Their approach is a breath of fresh air. They have embraced the blogosphere (<a href="http://dinnerdiary.org/2009/06/30/sipsmith-distillery-in-hammersmith/">Dinner Diary</a> and <a href="http://cheesenbiscuits.blogspot.com/2009/06/sipsmiths-distillery-hammersmith.html">Cheese and Biscuits</a>) and are <a href="http://twitter.com/SipsmithSam">very active on Twitter</a>. If anyone is looking for a spirits brand that is using social media in a smart way, then have a long hard look at the chaps at Sipsmith's.<br />
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We then dived into a molecular cocktail courtesy of <a href="http://www.room58.com/news/365-brand-development-for-the-chase-distillery-group-continues">Chase Gin</a>. They make vodka using English potatoes and have now launched a gin made from apples! Bonkers. But brilliant. To make things even more special it turns out they were launching this new apple based gin at Towards a Fluid State, so we were some of the first to try it. Their cocktail featured Herefordshire cider, molecular balls of apple juice and gin. It was designed to be paired with a feast of roast pork expertly cooked by the good folks at <a href="http://www.bacchus-restaurant.co.uk/">Bacchus </a>and accompanied by a the sounds of a baroque harp and violins. <br />
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<a href="http://www.haymansgin.com/">Hayman’s Gin</a> showcased a collection of three gins ranging from their standard gin, their <a href="http://www.drinkon.com/Details/SP1111336/Detail/Spirit">Gin Liquer</a> that’s like an old fashioned Genever) to the uber-botanical <a href="http://www.oldtomgin.co.uk/">Old Tom</a> that was served through an ice sculpture of a Tom Cat, much to the delight of a very over the top Japanese TV presenter.<br />
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We left Towards a Fluid State thrilled and in awe of what Hayley and Angella had achieved and gagging for more. It was exhilarating to have been part of something so far ahead of what others are doing. Girls, what’s next?Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-25199047147976439792009-11-24T16:40:00.005+00:002009-11-24T16:54:31.036+00:00A couple of important wine innovations for Crimbletime<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6yJsWFq5n0SMwT_8_kNwL4mj0I-wYwoW0C3Cn4xbI5pOJbsAzjDAxT6enLvXbMZVdQzkDJ2FH1WDH8NT1XuJzhjU_TMDwukeUGj5MzfFWBwzw6I9Xo59XNsqCiyRa0hnlO_q4Ig/s1600/rackrack.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5407713254973286434" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 179px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6yJsWFq5n0SMwT_8_kNwL4mj0I-wYwoW0C3Cn4xbI5pOJbsAzjDAxT6enLvXbMZVdQzkDJ2FH1WDH8NT1XuJzhjU_TMDwukeUGj5MzfFWBwzw6I9Xo59XNsqCiyRa0hnlO_q4Ig/s400/rackrack.jpg" border="0" /></a> <div></div><div>The Inventorspot blog describes these two vital drinks innovations. Firstly, <a href="http://inventorspot.com/articles/playboy_wine_subscription_service_bottle_delivery_pornographic_c_34905">Playboy Wines</a> offers "a once a month delivery service of unique vintages of wines which come with a label that features a vintage playboy magazine cover".<br />And not entirely unrelated, although it's not clear whether this is meant to benefit the wearer or her companions, is <a href="http://inventorspot.com/articles/boob_boosting_bra_hides_booze_watch_out_deflation_34892">this wine rack bra</a>, which really needs no further description. </div>VicHoonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03801592731429920762noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-49534410604701551842009-11-20T10:26:00.008+00:002009-11-23T16:58:21.474+00:00Movember CocktailsHere at Notorious, we like getting involved in everything and when we can combine it with a worthy cause, well that's just the icing on the cake. This month, I've been growing a Mo for <a href="http://uk.movember.com/">Movember </a>- and this is how it's looking today.<br />
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Movember is a great idea. For those that don't know, participants grow their Mo for the month of November in order to raise awareness of Men's health issues, specifically prostate caner. Anybody can donate to a Mo - and the donations go to charity.<br />
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Movember is obviously a very appealing partner for a lot of Men's brands, from Wilkinson's Sword to Rockstar Games, and this year <a href="http://www.finlandia.com/events/movember.aspx">Finlandia Vodka</a> have joined the list of sponsors. <br />
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"To celebrate Movember, <a href="http://www.finlandia.com/events/movember.aspx">Finlandia Vodka</a> has created a menu of delicious Mo-inspired cocktails to tease and tantalise the tastebuds. This year sees the launch of Mo Academies across selected UK cities and we would like to invite you and a friend to hone your mixology skills. <br />
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The Academies are designed to give you a cocktail master class hosted by renowned industry experts, Soulshakers. The fun, hour-long course will help teach you some of the fundamental skills needed to be an amateur mixologist – from complimenting tastes to crafting stunning cocktail creations."<br />
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We're going to sign up and we'll let you know how it goes.Ed Walshhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14289252230620840241noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-30494794346525555632009-11-17T15:24:00.001+00:002009-11-17T15:25:50.731+00:00Towards a Fluid State<object height="300" width="400"><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="movie" value="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=7417895&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=0&color=&fullscreen=1" /><embed src="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=7417895&server=vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=1&show_portrait=0&color=&fullscreen=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="400" height="300"></embed></object><br />
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Angella and Hayley from <a href="http://thetastingsessions.com/">The Tasting Sessions</a> are preparing to wow the world with their amazing brainchild: "<a href="http://towardsafluidstate.com/">Towards a Fluid State</a>". I've been lucky enough to experience their <a href="http://notorious-beam-team.blogspot.com/2009/05/throw-away-your-prohibitions-whisky.html">whisky and cheese tasting</a> as well as their <a href="http://thetastingsessions.com/white-hot-party/">white wine masterclass</a>. If their super-slick spirits, wine and beer festival takes things to the next level as they've promised TFS is going to be out of this world.<br />
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The premise is to create "An immersive and informative food and drink experience profiling flights of Cognac, Whisky, Gin, Sake and Natural & Biodynamic wine matched with delicious morsels of food. Also a platform for some of the UK's hottest emerging contemporary artists, musicians, set and fashion designers this will be a truly unique experience and one not to miss." <br />
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They hosted a <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/towardsafluidstate/sets/72157622659499175/">bloggers brunch </a>last weekend which I, sadly, couldn't make. From what I've heard, seen and read it was a phenomenal event. It's clear that there's a lot of excitement and energy around the event. The video below, featuring a tasting of Courvoisier L'Essence should set the scene.<br />
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Press and bloggers have been recruited to "Join the Movement"...<br />
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<i>(All photos and videos are from The Tasting Sessions/Towards a Fluid State) </i>Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-67037268753120521362009-11-10T12:41:00.003+00:002009-11-10T14:57:12.784+00:00Beck's Music Inspired Art Beck’s has launched a multi dimensional campaign called “Music Inspired Art” that is intended to give consumers an emotional reason to actively choose Beck’s over other bottled lagers and command a price premium. In particular they are focusing their attention on the hipster crowd with the hope that this will have positive knock on benefits for those that look on.<br />
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They have a long association with art and music, having sponsored the Beck’s <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beck%27s_Futures">Futures </a>modern art prize as well as designing limited edition bottles with up artists such as Damien Hirst and Dino Chapman.<br />
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This year they’ve stepped things up a level with their “Music Inspired Art” campaign. <br />
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This started with a competition on <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/becks-music-inspired-art/">Flickr </a>to “re-imagine” the <a href="http://www.becks.com/2009/07/24/becks-music-inspired-art-the-100-cover-project/">album covers of the top 100 albums of all time</a>.<br />
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It then moved into <a href="http://www.becks.co.uk/labels.aspx">a collaboration with Hard-Fi and Ladyhawke who have created bottle artwork that is inspired by their music</a>.<br />
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This mashed-up, lo-fi content has then been amplified into a 360 idea. It has been used in outdoor, print and taxi media, PR’ed widely on websites like <a href="http://www.fusedmagazine.com/2009/07/22/becks-music-inspired-art/">Fused</a>, <a href="http://culture.bitchbuzz.com/ladyhawkes-music-inspired-art-labels-for-becks.html%20">Bitch Buzz</a>, <a href="http://musicnews.virgin.com/Beck%E2%80%99s-Brings-Ladyhawke-and-Hard-Fi-On-Board-for-Redesign-17316324957.html">Virgin Music Shout</a>, <a href="http://www.holymoly.com/celebrity-news/competitions/win-ladyhawke-becks-beer-and-signed-stuff36034">Holy Moly</a> and merchandised on 16 million bottles. One person <a href="http://trewz.com/2009/10/02/only-one-left/">loved the poster so much they have pasted it up on their wall</a>.<br />
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In addition they have used the <a href="http://www.thepublican.com/story.asp?storyCode=65162">exteriors of their flagship London pubs</a> as canvases to promote their association with edgy rock bands. This has been picked up by <a href="http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/becks-musical-art-london">Trendhunter Magazine</a>.<br />
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They also invited urban influencers in the music scene to secret gigs which you can enjoy in the video below<br />
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Beck’s have also claimed a media first. Their interactive bus shelters allow passers by to plug in their iPods and see a graphical visualisation of the music they are listening to which is then shared on <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/41239466@N04/sets/%20">Flickr</a>. <br />
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Ken Valledy, Beck's Brand Director at InBev UK, said "This is a great way to get beer drinkers to plug into Beck's and interact on a whole new level with the UK's No. 1 imported lager. This fresh plug-and-play advertising initiative is about interacting with beer drinkers on their terms... this interactive media activity really helps to bring the campaign to life.”<br />
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Whilst it seems only 400 people have used the service, it has generated plenty of PR. You can see how it works by watching the video below from <a href="http://blog.electrolyte.co.uk/?p=372">Electrolyte</a>.<br />
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<a href="http://vimeo.com/6928307">Becks interactive music installations - 002</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/electrolyte">electro</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.<br />
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And the slideshow showcasing the bottle labels from the Flickr stream is below:<br />
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This is an impressive campaign that knits together very well. But it's not perfect. Many people have dismissed the interactive bus stops as <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/mbiddulph/3983458065/">"just buzz"</a> and the collaboration with Hard-Fi has been far less popular than with Ladyhawke. <a href="http://www.weheartstuff.co.uk/?p=1024">We Heart Stuff</a> refused to feature Hard-Fi in their article and on the <a href="http://drownedinsound.com/community/boards/social/4201365">Drowned in Sound forum</a> Hard-Fi were slated, the secret gigs were scorned and the artwork was rubbished. On Twitter someone wondered, "Does Hard-Fi Becks taste as bad as Hard-Fi sound?" And on <a href="http://www.nickburcher.com/2009/09/becks-music-inspired-label-art-with.html">Nick Burcher's post</a> about Beck's one commenter said that they would stop drinking Beck's because of their association with Hard-Fi.<br />
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Overall the campaign successfully cements Beck’s longstanding association with music and art in a way that's refreshing, worth talking about and ambitious.Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-71334023232307865542009-11-08T15:46:00.001+00:002009-11-10T16:17:21.564+00:00Absolut Vancouver<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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Absolut is continuing its quest to capture the "spirit" of the world's most iconic cities (that happen to Absolut markets) with the launch of Absolut Vancouver.<br />
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Here's a good summary from <a href="http://popsop.com/29514">Popsop</a>:<br />
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"The <b>Absolut Vodka</b> brand seems to be the most active on the market of alcohol production. It’s always ready to introduce something new to its loyal customers and future buyers. Now, after presenting <i>Absolut <a href="http://www.notcot.com/archives/2007/07/absolut_new_orl.php">New Orleans</a></i>, <i>Absolut <a href="http://www.latimes.com/features/printedition/image/la-ig-absolut17-2008aug17,0,1530501.story">Los Angeles</a></i> and <i>Absolut <a href="http://bostonist.com/2009/08/30/absolut_unveils_absolut_boston.php">Boston</a></i>, it is eager to treat us to <b><i>Absolut Vancouver</i></b>!<br />
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The company is launching the product on November 10, 2009. It will be a limited edition, just 60,000 copies will be available in Canada stores. As the sale is beginning before Christmas, the new product is positioned as a gift from the company to its Canadian consumers."<br />
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There's more to the Absolut Vancouver than a stunt to sell lots of vodka as Christmas presents. Absolut has long been associated with the arts and hosted a competition with a grand prize of $120,000 to find an artist to create a work of art as a gift from Absolut to the city of Vancouver. They used facebook as a platform to engage the creative community in British Columbia and then shortlisted 5 of their favourite artists which the public were invited to vote on. Sadly for Absolut they only got around 30-40 submissions which they put down to the elaborate entry mechanic. Apparently only 16 were worthy of consideration. For more detail have a look at <a href="http://www.vancouversun.com/entertainment/Arts+Vancouver+Absolut/2203539/story.html">this piece in the Vancouver Sun</a>. <br />
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We're looking forward to seeing what response is to this campaign. And when are we going to get a taste of Absolut London?Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-43289554296337969242009-11-05T16:04:00.002+00:002009-11-05T16:07:26.434+00:00MYO Bar Seems to be Taking Off<span style="font-size: small;"></span><br />
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</div><blockquote style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">"A lifetime membership with MYO London will cost £175 (which includes a £25 administration fee) and the funds raised by this investment will be directed back into the society and into the creation of the very first MYO Bar.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">We are looking at a minimum of 2,000 members of £175. A figure that gives us the minimum capital required to begin the process and purchase a lease on an existing licensed premises in Central London.</span><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><st1:place w:st="on"><st1:state w:st="on">The whole idea really captures my imagination. Whereas most members clubs are exclusive, this one is deliberately inclusive, not that <a href="http://www.quotationspage.com/quote/114.html">Groucho Marx </a>would approve. As <a href="http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/blog/buy-your-own-london-bar-post-593.html">Visit London</a> say, part ownership of a cocktail bar in London would make an incredible Christmas present!<br />
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</div>Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-1368454678926048212009-10-21T14:36:00.005+00:002009-10-21T14:41:44.582+00:00Absolut Rock and NakedAbsolut have been busy by the looks of things. According to Lovely Package (the essentail packaging blog), they have launched...<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Absolut Naked</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYu1ehU2n-jwbyo49VAPZ-TmvjwzS45sYuj-Olo0o_h7bGL-pvGJSON6BlQxidFxqDNJxAylZbhuAWLFAlhhPxz7pMz1MKPvwu6tSRVnwbxBNUtNk0lDLhsCAAleVXSE9e0Qlv7A/s1600-h/absolut1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 359px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYu1ehU2n-jwbyo49VAPZ-TmvjwzS45sYuj-Olo0o_h7bGL-pvGJSON6BlQxidFxqDNJxAylZbhuAWLFAlhhPxz7pMz1MKPvwu6tSRVnwbxBNUtNk0lDLhsCAAleVXSE9e0Qlv7A/s400/absolut1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395062612272312978" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://lovelypackage.com/naked-absolut/">Via Lovely Package</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">And Absolut Rock</span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBCRI9DHarZW9KVkKYpsY7MKJq3yH8p8n25uWXiJkJYEWQ8I20Gw3Oze2_WZiPmgqtLOHbCVyR_n_bLtFV9twKjuZe51H8uRtTXtXbNHXUhY39M7TEnlsdCscfBpEw2hEIl0rzmA/s1600-h/absolut_rock.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 297px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBCRI9DHarZW9KVkKYpsY7MKJq3yH8p8n25uWXiJkJYEWQ8I20Gw3Oze2_WZiPmgqtLOHbCVyR_n_bLtFV9twKjuZe51H8uRtTXtXbNHXUhY39M7TEnlsdCscfBpEw2hEIl0rzmA/s400/absolut_rock.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395062663267610674" /></a><br /><a href="http://lovelypackage.com/absolut-vodka-rock-edition/"><br />Via Lovely Package</a><br /><br />Absolut Rock seems gimmicky. Much in the way that the Disco ball did. But Absolut Naked is beautiful. I know which one I'd prefer to have. It's a triumph for the original designers of the bottle. Much like the Coca-Cola bottle.Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-41688500571360360802009-10-21T14:20:00.003+00:002009-10-21T14:25:59.780+00:00Absoult Tropics<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmAfyv1VuiCe3iyh6eiLRyor-0KaqHOu8srKwRZbISfuDzakSqW60ro-OO1p5S7YQ5ZgR2UvMg1cifQHngJ90NXEYJjlpU-YobQQ0LXSI5y5-FkMlOMqLXm3YFuGkh9MpRRFf5Kg/s1600-h/absolut-flavor-of-the-tropics.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 180px; height: 365px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmAfyv1VuiCe3iyh6eiLRyor-0KaqHOu8srKwRZbISfuDzakSqW60ro-OO1p5S7YQ5ZgR2UvMg1cifQHngJ90NXEYJjlpU-YobQQ0LXSI5y5-FkMlOMqLXm3YFuGkh9MpRRFf5Kg/s400/absolut-flavor-of-the-tropics.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395058279848696706" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.vodka-and-co.com/en/absolut-flavor-of-the-tropics-3967/">From Vodka and Co</a><br /><br /><blockquote><br />"Absolut has just announced the next perfume: Flavor of the Tropics. This new declension will be available in edition limited in Europe and in the United States (duty-free exclusively) in January, 2010, then on all the markets from February. Absolut Flavor of the Tropics was revealed during TFWA WORLD EXHIBITION which is held in Canes until October 23rd. Its tropical perfume gives a multitude of notes, orange, mango, litchi and melon, by way of the pineapple or else the bays. As in the habit for the new perfumes, Absolut will accompany Flavor of the Tropics by a big sales campaign."</blockquote><br /><br />This is an interesting evolution away from Aboslut New Orleans and Absolut LA. Will be fun to see how this pans out.<br /><br />Anders Olsson, global travel retail director for The Absolut Company said on <a href="http://foodbizdaily.com/archive/2009/10/20/93391-absolut-by-popsop.com.aspx">FoodBizDaily</a>,<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><blockquote><br />"We are extremely excited about this unique launch. It’s the first time that we have the privilege of introducing a brand new, innovative flavour exclusively to our travelling consumers, who are always on the lookout for something new and thrilling - something that can’t be found back home. For a leading edge, creative brand such as Absolut, it’s crucial that we always have something to offer to meet and surpass these challenging demands - something new and fresh and unexpected."</blockquote></span><br /><br />(Via <a href="http://www.liqurious.com/">Liqurious</a>)Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-73808448195462108412009-10-21T14:11:00.003+00:002009-10-21T14:19:09.217+00:001900 Tequila Artists Series Ads<object width="480" height="295"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/4VIxFhVw3NE&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/4VIxFhVw3NE&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="400" height="220"></embed></object><br /><br />From one of my favourite blogs, <a href="http://www.notcot.com/archives/2009/10/1800_tequila_es.php">Not Cot</a><br /><br /><blockquote>"Remember those <a href="http://www.notcot.com/archives/2008/04/1800_tequila_li.php">1800 Tequila Essential Artist bottles</a>? (I also showed you the <a href="http://www.notcot.com/archives/2008/12/1800_tequila_li_1.php">close ups of the real things</a> - even more stunning than in pics!) Well, at the time of the first collection launching, there was also a contest where you could submit your designs to be a part of the second collection… well the winners have been announced! And the bottles are just starting to make their way out into the real world! They are AWESOME (not that i would expect any less from 1800 Tequila after their great pick of designs the first time around)… 12 Limited Edition Bottle Designs Including one from <a href="http://studionumber-one.com/">Shepard Fairey’s Studio Number One</a>… so if you’re ready, take a peek at the winners and a little background info on them on the next page… Also, beautiful video embedded on the next page animating and showing off all of the new designs, which is a definite must see! Can’t wait to see these in person!<br /><br />p.s.<br />HUGE congrats to all of the winners ~ and to creative agency, <a href="http://www.deadasweknowit.com/">Dead As We Know It</a> for another stunning job."</blockquote><br /><br />Check out the <a href="http://www.notcot.com/archives/2009/10/1800_tequila_es.php">full article on Not Cot</a> for the details on these awesome bottles. This is a great example of how to make a bottle come alive and by co-creating with super talented people.Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-20315667773473941812009-10-21T14:08:00.003+00:002009-10-21T14:09:43.389+00:001800 Tequila Ads<object width="560" height="340"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/OISy-tNOL1c&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/OISy-tNOL1c&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="400" height="250"></embed></object><br /><br />Erm. Christopher. What are you doing? Interesting "innovation". Bizarre execution. And so strange to actually feature a Patron bottle.Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-85763700319030476112009-10-21T14:04:00.001+00:002009-10-21T14:06:13.967+00:00El Jimador Packaging Revamp<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgegp2RedPzO5z4ylRgJIl2kzj70exs9mImVCNQ4yhhy3BDLE02OXtlLGtvsqM04ITSrKW-xCK4Y5gK7MJIjcF-NfMhEYdU28QmpGhG6K4h1xrkDOt-H8NplI1msyQwmgSbZjhI8w/s1600-h/eljimador.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 387px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgegp2RedPzO5z4ylRgJIl2kzj70exs9mImVCNQ4yhhy3BDLE02OXtlLGtvsqM04ITSrKW-xCK4Y5gK7MJIjcF-NfMhEYdU28QmpGhG6K4h1xrkDOt-H8NplI1msyQwmgSbZjhI8w/s400/eljimador.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395054043487595186" /></a><br /><br />It looks like El Jimador is in for a packaging revamp in the US. for more info have a read of <a href="http://www.luxist.com/2009/10/16/tequila-el-jimador-anejos-new-look/">what Luxist have got to say about it</a>:<br /><br /><blockquote>"Starting in October, the Añejo expression of Tequila el Jimador, the #1 selling tequila in Mexico, will be available here in a new package that aligns its look with its Blanco and Reposado offerings. The new Añejo package will initially be available in California and Texas, and will roll out to the remainder of the U.S. by year's end. The new look features the same classic tall, angular bottle as the other expressions (above) and identical iconography of the Jimador on the label to pay tribute to the proud men that harvest the agave plants used to make the 12-month aged 100% agave tequila. Tequila el Jimador is produced by Casa Herradura, which was named "2007 Best Distiller of the Year" by Wine Enthusiast magazine. Since 2000, Tequila el Jimador has received numerous accolades from industry insiders, including the Adams Beverage Media Growth Brand Award in the Fast Track Category for 2005 and 2006."</blockquote>Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-62076821992246655082009-10-21T14:01:00.002+00:002009-10-21T14:04:14.601+00:00Bulldog Gin<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht8X0VWYLnWlj7K9HOLxmqFCHFvjsYaPjjgEsnYq2dVLkml-3Ch2b00_KgR3iwSYs-emeeyItK5SCPpL6LjjhiFP7KcbMIX4zBFnkcC9pWQLeirg09HK7GQ1hOoOsRu5_KQx3HIA/s1600-h/bulldgg.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 170px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht8X0VWYLnWlj7K9HOLxmqFCHFvjsYaPjjgEsnYq2dVLkml-3Ch2b00_KgR3iwSYs-emeeyItK5SCPpL6LjjhiFP7KcbMIX4zBFnkcC9pWQLeirg09HK7GQ1hOoOsRu5_KQx3HIA/s400/bulldgg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395053341654395874" /></a><br /><br />From the ever awesome <a href="http://www.luxist.com/2009/10/20/barking-mad-for-bulldog-gin/">Luxist</a>:<br /><br /><blockquote>"BULLDOG is quadruple distilled, triple filtered, and infused with the taste and aromas of its twelve distinctive botanicals, including poppy, lavender, and dragon eye - a cousin of the lychee fruit often heralded as an ancient Chinese aphrodisiac.<br /><br />Made from traditional copper pot stills and a painstaking distillation process, BULLDOG exudes a smooth and harmonious texture with a distinctive flavor, with notes of fruit and citrus lending a refreshingly crisp character and balanced finish.<br /><br />BULLDOG has enlisted renowned mixologists Somer Perez, John Freeman, and Michael Waterhouse to create some signature cocktails using the bold spirit:<br /><br />"Plumdog Millionaire" – created by John Freeman<br /><br />2 oz. BULLDOG Gin<br />1 oz. Japanese Plum Wine<br />1 oz. Lavender Soda<br />Black Plum Half Wheel Garnish<br />Lavender Sugar Rim<br /><br />Directions: Stir over ice, strain. Serve in a martini glass with lavender sugared rim and garnish."<br /></blockquote><br />I love the name of the Plumdog Millionaire cocktail. Inspired. For more recipes and chat about Bulldog Gin <a href="http://www.luxist.com/2009/10/20/barking-mad-for-bulldog-gin/">click here</a>.Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-72773827956852029912009-09-28T11:06:00.002+00:002009-09-28T11:14:04.163+00:00Cocktail wall stickers<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkjfMJiQbbtZzhqt6oUTf4CJXu1Ay-XSYkFt0nNSuPMqzX9E0XSJgPhXPAU3-dHYSyACeur4UYea4iPgsiz46IKb5bP1a_HeiKWhc7zmFk4uWmrW-GwaBeR-W3h8-lFPFVGpBPlQ/s1600-h/media_http4.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkjfMJiQbbtZzhqt6oUTf4CJXu1Ay-XSYkFt0nNSuPMqzX9E0XSJgPhXPAU3-dHYSyACeur4UYea4iPgsiz46IKb5bP1a_HeiKWhc7zmFk4uWmrW-GwaBeR-W3h8-lFPFVGpBPlQ/s400/media_http4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386473682840600754" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA5cuvcdqowWXV9AtoclLVTmPxf8tA_N-mnRrlz3EsASFUmQ8Y03rh1w51xYU9aj7qcpwh611aPoRRpLQU6Bmc-TzA1gI06gzgfKXMsbgbpuX503LHA9P1ih8YZJc1xMlBLp31iA/s1600-h/media_http3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA5cuvcdqowWXV9AtoclLVTmPxf8tA_N-mnRrlz3EsASFUmQ8Y03rh1w51xYU9aj7qcpwh611aPoRRpLQU6Bmc-TzA1gI06gzgfKXMsbgbpuX503LHA9P1ih8YZJc1xMlBLp31iA/s400/media_http3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386473671898176114" /></a>Snazzy vinyl stickers from <a href="http://www.hu2.com/index.php">Hu2 Design</a>. The cocktail graphic will set you back £55.VicHoonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03801592731429920762noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-17614867322368433092009-09-28T09:46:00.002+00:002009-09-28T09:55:02.414+00:00A social network for whiskies<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfejCGezBs8HZ1qzQAOoJGxbqonwrTBeJJd57AkZjYQR-AZJPElgXVWmu1LW5IfzySjb-EJL8r0By-o_4C60DMjdCy6pMItGukwA74Cyxh_JnNeoohhebBb89niC2JKGzUfi7QMg/s1600-h/connosr.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 248px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfejCGezBs8HZ1qzQAOoJGxbqonwrTBeJJd57AkZjYQR-AZJPElgXVWmu1LW5IfzySjb-EJL8r0By-o_4C60DMjdCy6pMItGukwA74Cyxh_JnNeoohhebBb89niC2JKGzUfi7QMg/s400/connosr.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5386453015206412754" /></a><a href="http://www.connosr.com/"><b>Connosr</b></a> is a social network for whisky lovers. It uses Google Maps to identify the origin of each whisky, plus whisky-related event listings and discussion boards. There are also affiliate links to partner sites where you can purchase whiskies. There is an iPhone version of the site.<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i>via </i></span><a href="http://mashable.com/2009/09/27/connosr-whisky-social-network/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><i>Mashable</i></span></a></div></div>VicHoonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03801592731429920762noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-59020617913791150332009-09-15T16:55:00.014+00:002009-09-15T18:00:04.696+00:00Maker's Mark inspires young artists...Maker's Mark have organised a series of distinctive sampling events which used young and upcoming artists to create one-off and exclusive art out of 50kg of <a href="http://www.makersmark.com/Lpa.aspx">Maker’s Mark</a> red wax. Four bars across London and Brighton created the perfect setting for the Maker’s Mark experience, not only did you get to enjoy the pleasure of a Maker’s and Ginger served by a fantastic (and über cool!) promotional team, all clued up on what makes Maker’s Mark so special, you also got the opportunity to see inspired pieces of art unfold with every sip.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_InmbVroNg7B7M5TA09Gzi23RW96wpcCj36UUthF2qFQMLO1OOXt5llsrVc1FrZsp3D8atRq5p53QGqQgQRDdRIdHVTI2wIwDj9PkJ8DumQwFbVxAC7Nkt7zh8YuPB0nW0GU0/s1600-h/IMG_0007.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381747762673406418" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_InmbVroNg7B7M5TA09Gzi23RW96wpcCj36UUthF2qFQMLO1OOXt5llsrVc1FrZsp3D8atRq5p53QGqQgQRDdRIdHVTI2wIwDj9PkJ8DumQwFbVxAC7Nkt7zh8YuPB0nW0GU0/s320/IMG_0007.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2rndC17l8-EjjiTSQTAe0FcDEbk7snADmllhQ9aTXcScgKW__azGJiY_E5iGpffaMqwMZcGtF_7ASRUqMNE94rggdYQGkiAmPTicGQOni6CE4P_Ro9wnuub5YMm_U1wt6STR3/s1600-h/IMG_0192.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381747752169991474" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2rndC17l8-EjjiTSQTAe0FcDEbk7snADmllhQ9aTXcScgKW__azGJiY_E5iGpffaMqwMZcGtF_7ASRUqMNE94rggdYQGkiAmPTicGQOni6CE4P_Ro9wnuub5YMm_U1wt6STR3/s320/IMG_0192.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://www.cargo-london.com/">Cargo</a> was the location for the first artist event and saw Oscar and Ewan, a Swedish and Scottish duo now based in London, create a wax painting of the Master of Maker’s himself – Bill Samuels Junior. However it wasn’t simply a spectator event and in true Maker’s Mark style you were given the opportunity to create your own, shall we say ‘individual’ (!) art. All it took was a table, a block of wax and some Perspex and I was totally gob smacked on the number of people that actually participated out of their own free will. Not that I doubted the activity, but more surprised by the overwhelming enthusiasm and response.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrwyh75_1b0xXtJp8_hovUfN020_LkqHy7ZzYidFnZDPt0gWt64jxsTBFxHgXmrx36uDisABgNbHgOjIQPopmRM-z0Uf8vx9sUAEVMAEP7Qx1EGga6Wv3hZl9GIDtkN_qbJdGY/s1600-h/IMG_0043.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381747448483376690" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 214px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrwyh75_1b0xXtJp8_hovUfN020_LkqHy7ZzYidFnZDPt0gWt64jxsTBFxHgXmrx36uDisABgNbHgOjIQPopmRM-z0Uf8vx9sUAEVMAEP7Qx1EGga6Wv3hZl9GIDtkN_qbJdGY/s320/IMG_0043.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJOuzfpqcb8lLzLyB86VwWhxuS8ROKosGowjiGmO0jmPcX5579FIhUt8NqH-COQ5uCI9x_hHN16fj95FHGn2zAlT1AaSsA0ro-FXDml63BCECuV_szCW6sWgJY0T3XdMUF_21_/s1600-h/IMG_0260.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381747438456711538" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJOuzfpqcb8lLzLyB86VwWhxuS8ROKosGowjiGmO0jmPcX5579FIhUt8NqH-COQ5uCI9x_hHN16fj95FHGn2zAlT1AaSsA0ro-FXDml63BCECuV_szCW6sWgJY0T3XdMUF_21_/s320/IMG_0260.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXjI5zRwMFfTxcYqFRWaXullmRp2srY_8wyFSPMKPjcwgdRnpL_P1HeCmkh9E_fRRWSKprWso25hPxfsdt_yctW4Xr8RyA2g5ncuByxvBRHnhO0a-F7LMdCsb5VfZKD0UxFveY/s1600-h/IMG_0060.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381746066572479538" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXjI5zRwMFfTxcYqFRWaXullmRp2srY_8wyFSPMKPjcwgdRnpL_P1HeCmkh9E_fRRWSKprWso25hPxfsdt_yctW4Xr8RyA2g5ncuByxvBRHnhO0a-F7LMdCsb5VfZKD0UxFveY/s320/IMG_0060.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHkSDlY0d0dZbg-Dc5yKxW8nvDPsITHDH5MeWGzzkizyY1spbiLr-vo6gbmpg4WJ3gAJZNQE87-ThfZE4BEIvi9UXP_6xmytP4zhmEIw7IydGUfPCv_-MuYDpbgUXztAIZ6AbH/s1600-h/IMG_0210.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381746058364701154" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 213px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHkSDlY0d0dZbg-Dc5yKxW8nvDPsITHDH5MeWGzzkizyY1spbiLr-vo6gbmpg4WJ3gAJZNQE87-ThfZE4BEIvi9UXP_6xmytP4zhmEIw7IydGUfPCv_-MuYDpbgUXztAIZ6AbH/s320/IMG_0210.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWmaYcucu8T7h578W283ex38XxgSgUG__8xOZHfHQB_akUiQ8llUpgWRbMvoMslaIJNmZoOtYiojFnCAQ8qR69d4a4dMLQ42CsBUqkmHnpKcMDT5gOOnDH7P8dPUfZaEZ2Gp29/s1600-h/IMG_0344.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381746046226123906" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 214px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWmaYcucu8T7h578W283ex38XxgSgUG__8xOZHfHQB_akUiQ8llUpgWRbMvoMslaIJNmZoOtYiojFnCAQ8qR69d4a4dMLQ42CsBUqkmHnpKcMDT5gOOnDH7P8dPUfZaEZ2Gp29/s320/IMG_0344.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>The atmosphere and feedback received was brilliant. This first event definitely set the standard for the remaining 3 artist events. I will do a summary post of all events in the upcoming week or so. </div><div><br /> </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP6kxtAeS1hTVvukfpgg6smT0FHOr6aL2Aw_9jd3VKaHmxecAZ-k0CMdnbnBa0zlIrFg0inWB27OywCGQAcWE-SznNmaYhZnjdIoTbE-MIXVkWfxFUAC1vInDeIniVwUcl9jCM/s1600-h/IMG_0117.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381747472705213554" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP6kxtAeS1hTVvukfpgg6smT0FHOr6aL2Aw_9jd3VKaHmxecAZ-k0CMdnbnBa0zlIrFg0inWB27OywCGQAcWE-SznNmaYhZnjdIoTbE-MIXVkWfxFUAC1vInDeIniVwUcl9jCM/s320/IMG_0117.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQj0FwYRG7h7nm0xjMcXMds8EyFFbODpMnEiEuoIOTPlhyphenhyphenHsFExgOYPCyA_9xcD3tBWB6W99Dh7XeTqvncj1kTI8OBpNXLPb-XSuxQmAn266jFArXXMLRq7kxQ1J030s6sz8bD/s1600-h/IMG_0163.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381747464022090466" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQj0FwYRG7h7nm0xjMcXMds8EyFFbODpMnEiEuoIOTPlhyphenhyphenHsFExgOYPCyA_9xcD3tBWB6W99Dh7XeTqvncj1kTI8OBpNXLPb-XSuxQmAn266jFArXXMLRq7kxQ1J030s6sz8bD/s320/IMG_0163.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNH_CRMYUPvo6AglTuCp8xAk8cQWBF74kACFmcSSEuIAdKICw5dEP8CacUnIMNk0hkbiLg2iFY6n_V69Jfdbdi9bScwRc7VFHlmXotDi1ZwsnMnB11V2zZltqVvvC4stvuRz8s/s1600-h/IMG_0336.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381747455755799602" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNH_CRMYUPvo6AglTuCp8xAk8cQWBF74kACFmcSSEuIAdKICw5dEP8CacUnIMNk0hkbiLg2iFY6n_V69Jfdbdi9bScwRc7VFHlmXotDi1ZwsnMnB11V2zZltqVvvC4stvuRz8s/s320/IMG_0336.JPG" border="0" /></a> </div><div>Overall, a great start, very enjoyable and we got some people to “Wax Lyrical” for sure!<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifteh7Bn1uqFx0cUx93yORiy9hfwtNrFUFOawPBAg-Y7TTmNn07MA-u9aWzPJVzg5dIB_tc-eAQmsALbZoKnxk3Fu4JSsXS7s_RfFcO9bv1M-vHSHuA7Qzf03iWX9xSWu8x2Lu/s1600-h/IMG_0437.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381746037426734994" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 214px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifteh7Bn1uqFx0cUx93yORiy9hfwtNrFUFOawPBAg-Y7TTmNn07MA-u9aWzPJVzg5dIB_tc-eAQmsALbZoKnxk3Fu4JSsXS7s_RfFcO9bv1M-vHSHuA7Qzf03iWX9xSWu8x2Lu/s320/IMG_0437.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8Yv3TnkMobXT1tIoIskz7ssXTKlaii8y0A5q8vv2o-9ntJdrYezhSuLurADr2CvL09tLwWADq7obpsaHisZIRuNOdNm1Nvq1_HGNxcKE8DLnoSu_ed0rPvrM_loSX0i_LGPIL/s1600-h/IMG_0463.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381746026060059730" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8Yv3TnkMobXT1tIoIskz7ssXTKlaii8y0A5q8vv2o-9ntJdrYezhSuLurADr2CvL09tLwWADq7obpsaHisZIRuNOdNm1Nvq1_HGNxcKE8DLnoSu_ed0rPvrM_loSX0i_LGPIL/s320/IMG_0463.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div> </div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>MandsJhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15824054822908899417noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-18909989536931202162009-08-12T13:12:00.015+00:002009-08-12T14:49:31.326+00:00Tree's CompanyThis blog has previously reported on the Shoreditch's forthcoming urban jungle hangout, <a href="http://www.monkeyshoulder.com/treehouse/">Monkey Shoulder Whisky's Tree house at the Truman Brewery.</a> <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBksMjmzFBCw7AIcwKDmLg1UkKQmNOhtLwhQbEe_Vhlcg5ySpxH3iTpOQ-0PKufNfxxyFqMTGtmc6jIFBZJLYi29Mu-N1KsM_QjPk4IFL46VDR1z_UYNEALgnPVWsRj-kYFG3s/s1600-h/5860_138979851619_573051619_3807239_2993928_n.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBksMjmzFBCw7AIcwKDmLg1UkKQmNOhtLwhQbEe_Vhlcg5ySpxH3iTpOQ-0PKufNfxxyFqMTGtmc6jIFBZJLYi29Mu-N1KsM_QjPk4IFL46VDR1z_UYNEALgnPVWsRj-kYFG3s/s400/5860_138979851619_573051619_3807239_2993928_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369082969501575970" /></a><br /><br />However, this week saw The Big Chill festival at Eastnor Castle, Herefordshire, be the host venue for inaugural outing of Monkey Shoulders tree house installation.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiM4kGEM__8BAS1_Ih9p9fcwlgpUpvhkQXhy_vbVpE9IGEKhLgnMopqBIKc2-SXq-Ivzp2It_96o6VEaBvghmxGtTvnnhhjTjR5160cR4ixNrQqBRpdFXt7UzBaXt-0daTeDh9/s1600-h/5860_137497411619_573051619_3780375_1844958_n.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 272px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiM4kGEM__8BAS1_Ih9p9fcwlgpUpvhkQXhy_vbVpE9IGEKhLgnMopqBIKc2-SXq-Ivzp2It_96o6VEaBvghmxGtTvnnhhjTjR5160cR4ixNrQqBRpdFXt7UzBaXt-0daTeDh9/s400/5860_137497411619_573051619_3780375_1844958_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369081877757736034" /></a><br /><br />Situated at the top of the the 'Enchanted Garden' the walk to the top of the hill was well worth it. The delightfully designed wooden tree house bar overlooked the festival and the picturesque Malvern Hills. The charming bar staff sold three delicious Whisky based cocktails, with the cheekily named 'Show Me the Monkey' being a personal favourite.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY2U-n3ZUkFq6W-6r_OsgdQxzg9daHQtKuOWynznIX2CnvmBZr6c2ySjUbnk8uvMLYIgQg4FiQHZCGSoKJ8O0Xgma-qquKA0LGubAa-ypm6qfN6Db-rJUqAbGik60_yi9or1DM/s1600-h/5860_138989446619_573051619_3807323_7142947_n.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 266px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY2U-n3ZUkFq6W-6r_OsgdQxzg9daHQtKuOWynznIX2CnvmBZr6c2ySjUbnk8uvMLYIgQg4FiQHZCGSoKJ8O0Xgma-qquKA0LGubAa-ypm6qfN6Db-rJUqAbGik60_yi9or1DM/s400/5860_138989446619_573051619_3807323_7142947_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369082472771921506" /></a><br /><br />The weather was nearly as beautiful as the 4 gorgeous chimpettes, as the the Tree House was bathed in sun all weekend and looked equally as stunning at night. Combined with some fantastic music, the tree House was the place to be at the big chill. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqROPdcvmaoEg3ZBfceOBSaUlGIE_yDqW_DXX8YgrBoM74CPS3ICzvcgkmfrXCaWsNEyZL21m3owgvmIHadP2WcoyzV1vT1appNsgd2Pj7XH0oxStpDzA6UyW8IRD6ZQOypmfN/s1600-h/5860_138975001619_573051619_3807192_295994_n.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqROPdcvmaoEg3ZBfceOBSaUlGIE_yDqW_DXX8YgrBoM74CPS3ICzvcgkmfrXCaWsNEyZL21m3owgvmIHadP2WcoyzV1vT1appNsgd2Pj7XH0oxStpDzA6UyW8IRD6ZQOypmfN/s400/5860_138975001619_573051619_3807192_295994_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369082095147635346" /></a><br /><br />If, as it seems, Monkey Shoulder are looking to make their brand more youthful and communal than the rest of the whisky category, then they are on the right path.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSg_7pHaJPMDCraCmDXBE-ocFzq-9ro1ZTOlBU7Bt-gM8tzy_OkfKBzN26sz2UJ5rC7xO61TY3Hhb-fk4saFSHiCYAtcBUBVk92kfxjvQtKrT5KdepUhk4DaoryCD5YQTra2-U/s1600-h/5860_137495476619_573051619_3780270_3876210_n.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSg_7pHaJPMDCraCmDXBE-ocFzq-9ro1ZTOlBU7Bt-gM8tzy_OkfKBzN26sz2UJ5rC7xO61TY3Hhb-fk4saFSHiCYAtcBUBVk92kfxjvQtKrT5KdepUhk4DaoryCD5YQTra2-U/s400/5860_137495476619_573051619_3780270_3876210_n.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369081733857327570" /></a>Rad83http://www.blogger.com/profile/13185979412038268359noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-49564504131226133112009-08-11T15:02:00.005+00:002009-08-11T15:16:48.479+00:00Tanqueray TablesThe lovely people from <a href="http://www.trimediauk.com/">TriMedia </a>(I'm looking at you Sarah and Jo) invited us to their press launch of Tanqueray Tables. It's Tanqueray gin's (now annual) summer promotion.<br /><br />Here's the detail from their press release:<br /><br /><blockquote>"This summer marks the return of the ever popular ‘Tanqueray® Tables’ – a series of evenings offering you the opportunity to drink delicious cocktails and nibble on sumptuous canapés in a unique al-fresco venue. <br /><br />Due to popular demand, the makers of Tanqueray gin has reviewed its ‘for one night only’ policy and is hosting intimate cocktail evenings at No. 4 Hamilton Place from Monday 10 to Friday 14 August, to offer more people the chance to experience an evening to remember.<br /><br />With its spectacular terrace overlooking Hyde Park and dating back to the 17th Century, the normally off-limits No. 4 Hamilton Place is full of Edwardian features and lists the Duke of Wellington as a previous tenant. <br /><br />Hosted by the makers of Tanqueray gin, together with toptable.co.uk, guests will sample an intensity of flavours thanks to specially designed cocktails and canapés. <br /><br />A team of chefs and top mixologists have devised a menu of canapés and cocktails inspired by the depth of flavour found in Tanqueray gin. Each canapé contains an element of gin and will be served with cocktails to compliment the flavours even further."</blockquote><br /><br />Their mixologists mixed up some stunning cocktails that took us out of our gin and tonic comfort zone<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/3811018231/" title="Tanqueray bar by browners82, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2660/3811018231_3d36703864.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="Tanqueray bar" /></a><br /><br />The English Summer Presse, made from a blend of Tanqueray gin, rhubarb eau de vie, fresh lemon, mint and raspberries with a top of soda and dash of elderflower and cherry liquer was heavenly.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/3811022573/" title="English summer presse by browners82, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3473/3811022573_5a9c894021.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="English summer presse" /></a><br /><br />And their English Garden, made from apple juice and elderflower was fab too.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/3811021353/" title="English Garden by browners82, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3660/3811021353_4a362df9d5.jpg" width="333" height="500" alt="English Garden" /></a><br /><br />The canapes all had a bit of Tanqueray gin floating around in them somewhere. Our favourites were:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/3811829694/" title="Cured salmon by browners82, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3514/3811829694_36e5990352.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="Cured salmon" /></a><br /><br />Cured Scotch Salmon - with black pepper, gin, poppy seeds and orange.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/3811834252/" title="Risotto balls by browners82, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3521/3811834252_f3c46b14c9.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="Risotto balls" /></a><br /><br />Sun Dried Tomato Risotto Beignets<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/3811834978/" title="Tuna with wasabi by browners82, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3519/3811834978_d645a6bef2.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="Tuna with wasabi" /></a><br /><br />Yellow Fin Tuna with Wasabi<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/3811017473/" title="Monkfish and parma ham by browners82, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2541/3811017473_6b4cd7354a.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="Monkfish and parma ham" /></a><br /><br />Pan Roasted Monkfish with Parma Ham was good too, but very salty<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/browners/3811830442/" title="Duck rolls by browners82, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2609/3811830442_a014faf19e.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="Duck rolls" /></a><br /><br />Duck Pancakes weren't bad either<br /><br />The Tanqueray Tables idea is a great one. Especially for a super premium spirits brand. It's a great way of getting the right target audience to sample you gin, in ways they had never considered and in a very sophisticated setting. And pay for the priviledge. Nice one Tanqeray.<br /><br /><br />A table for 4 costs £50.00 and includes canapés and cocktails<br />Tables must be booked for 4 people<br /><br />Find out more at <a href="www.tanqueraytables.com">www.tanqueraytables.com</a>Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809502.post-24146470026731788102009-07-31T11:07:00.004+00:002009-07-31T11:20:01.428+00:00Hendrick's Horseless Carriage<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9UVOpyIls1tTuQs-PtnRO5IkfSMNDyBCnRQyWXSBEe4D_ktG8QDi1LAMMGIb9cO6yEhoBfjxFfIw3nrc-ZMbbPdQ69aa9W_0BvWpjzegzeJpa2AGdMsMWVSn_FZHdBPeONgiUKQ/s1600-h/Carriage.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 219px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9UVOpyIls1tTuQs-PtnRO5IkfSMNDyBCnRQyWXSBEe4D_ktG8QDi1LAMMGIb9cO6yEhoBfjxFfIw3nrc-ZMbbPdQ69aa9W_0BvWpjzegzeJpa2AGdMsMWVSn_FZHdBPeONgiUKQ/s400/Carriage.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5364579910073882114" /></a><br /><br />Hendrick's are being unusual, with is very usual for them. Their latest bonkers idea is to curate a collection of unusual curiosities, partly submitted by the public. The collection is being housed in a horseless carriage and is touring the UK; starting in Edinburgh before travelling south to London through Manchester.<br /><br />Here's what David Piper, Agitator of the Absurd and Carriage Host has to say about it:<br /><br /><blockquote>“It is indeed a most curious phenomenon – that every object, idea, or occurrence I chance my eyes or mind upon, seems indefatigably odd. There can be no other conclusion than the existence of a further sense – so to sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing, can be added ODDNESS. Those who are deprived of it shall not be called blind, but bland.”<span style="font-style:italic;"></span></blockquote><br /><br />To book your place in the carriage for dinner, simply fill in their <a href="http://www.hendricksgin.com/carriage/collection/#form">registration form</a> and upload an image of something odd. It's a great idea and promises to be very special. <br /><br />It is thoroughly in line with their brand behavior and is bound to generate a lot of PR during the hot summer months when we all crave a nice refreshing G&T. The fact that it's a road trip will mean that they get exposure across the country. And guess what... the ingenius Bompas and Parr are involved. So expect some fun and games. Brave clients.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnfBuKUZTOSODbUn-alI4K-kn5ErLUUH4yb7g7zjqkqo0q0GAaUDRWGAskyLS1_8o9bRbjqD-dmsBhY2sNWeJO6N3uuivVdg7oqg6dEWZYAxDwpwP__LbTn_KGQ0Kg-dSBA1YJEg/s1600-h/collection_main2.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 173px; height: 157px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnfBuKUZTOSODbUn-alI4K-kn5ErLUUH4yb7g7zjqkqo0q0GAaUDRWGAskyLS1_8o9bRbjqD-dmsBhY2sNWeJO6N3uuivVdg7oqg6dEWZYAxDwpwP__LbTn_KGQ0Kg-dSBA1YJEg/s400/collection_main2.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5364582439689105186" /></a>Brownershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09494760235889452922noreply@blogger.com20