This weekend cheer will kickstart spring with a refreshing wonderland of botanical tastes. Sipsmith London Dry Gin blends tradition with a modern twist in the city where Gin began. Ten years ago, two friends began the first traditional copper distillery in 2009. London, England. This was the first of its […]
Spirits Picks
Shari reviews intriguing Spirits and Beer products for you to discover.
Smithwick’s Irish Red Ale
Smithwick’s is the most well known Irish Red Ale. The original Smithwick’s brewery began in Kilkenny in 1710 and although it was closed in 2013, sections are open in their visitor center. Now brewed in Dublin, Smithwick’s Red Ale, is a light and perhaps, under appreciated, style of ale. Smithwick’s Ale | 500 […]
Redbreast 12 Year Old Irish Whiskey
Redbreast 12 Year Old is the largest selling single pot still Irish whiskey in the world and one of my favourites. I love the smooth, balanced and spicy flavours. This award winning whiskey has rich aromas of honey, licorice and sweet fruit with a long, lingering toffee finish. Redbreast 12 year […]
Old Speckled Hen
This popular English Pale Ale, launched in 1979 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic MG car factory in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, England, is refreshing and flavourful. It has a clear amber colour, rich toffee and biscuit flavours, smooth carbonation and a long bitter finish. Serve with roast chicken, sausages […]



