While many couples opt to leave a lot of the work to a planner, either independent or supplied by a one-stop-shop venue, a growing number of people are taking control of the reins and managing the wedding themselves. ​ Being bar specialists, we're not going to be able to advise on how to source the best cars for the bridesmaids, or how many button-holes to order, however we are well-positioned to advise on elements surrounding the drinks, bars, staffing and packages. These are not solely based on our offerings either, this is a general guide for anyone to use. Think of this as a wedding drinks ..read more

With the start of each new year, there's a recurring wave of pressure felt on social media and in the news to 'beat that Christmas belly' or guides on how to create a 'new year, new you', culminating in fingers being pointed at ditching drinking alcohol for the month of January. Dry January is a relatively new lifestyle campaign, coined back in 2012 by Emily Robinson as a health support for a marathon. Alongside many health benefits, their website states that 86% of it's members saved money across January by not drinking alcohol. That's great for their pockets, but not so great for the 1000s o ..read more

Are you putting on a corporate event and want to increase brand awareness? Drinks are an incredibly effective way to reach your audience, by literally putting your name into their hands. We have put together our six favourite ways to effectively get your brand out there, in an eco-friendly fashion - no plastic stirrers here thank you. Heat Branding Definitely the most dramatic option; we use an electric heat brand to burn your logo into fruit zest, which can then be attached to, or dropped into a glass. Most logos work well with this, but due to the shape of the zest, it really suits long log ..read more

It's almost our favourite time of the year - All Hallow's Eve, or Hallowe'en gives us the opportunity to have some real fun with our drinks. Gone are the days of summer weddings, where all drinks look pretty and uniform, now we can play with sugar and spice, and all things nice! Below are five of our very favourite drinks ideas for this spooky season: 1. The Eyeball Martini Put simply, it's a twist on our delicious 'The Lychee One', a combination of Bristol Vodka, Kwai Fee Lychee Liqueur, The Aperitivo Co Lyon, Lychee juice, and simple syrup. However, for halloween, we're adding a blueberry ..read more

While we might typically associate red wine with autumn or winter evenings by the fire, this sweet, rich drink doesn’t have to be reserved for cooler weather. In fact, red wine can be a lot more versatile than you may think, and it might just be the refreshing summer tipple you’ve been looking for. Here to serve up a shot of inspiration for the warmer months, bespoke gift hamper company ,Bottled & Boxed have shared some of their favourite ways to enjoy red wine. From innovative ingredients to a twist on a classic, here are three recipes you won’t want to miss out on this summer. Sangria G ..read more

It’s the spooky time of year again, when we get asked about our favourite Halloween cocktails. I have always personally felt that the best cocktails for Halloween are just fun classics with a twist! Here are two examples of fun and super easy halloween cocktails to make at home, that we hope inspire you for a weekend of horror… ‘THE BLOOD OF MARY’ A super spicy jalapeño bloody Maria served in a RTD style (ready to drink) pouch. 40ml El Jimador Blanco tequila 100ml Big Tom Tomato juice mix Jalapeño brine to taste – I like to add about 10ml for spicy tang but feel free to add more if you like i ..read more

Every year, we get ourselves geared up for the colder months by digging out the pumpkin spice, tinsel, and cranberry sauce in order to get into the spirit of our annual Christmas Cocktail menu. Our own list has been tweaked over the past few years, with our most popular standing firm at the top of the list: 1. MINCE PIE Gin mixed with orange liqueur, apple juice and sugar, shaken hard with a healthy spoon of mincemeat. Strained over crushed ice in a short glass, garnished with flamed cinnamon. https://youtu.be/1RJTa5d_KUY2. CHRISTMAS CAKE OLD FASHIONED Bourbon, blackberry & raisin cordial ..read more

It’s the spooky time of year again, when we get asked about our favourite Halloween cocktails. I have always personally felt that the best cocktails for Halloween are just fun classics with a twist! Here are two examples of fun and super easy halloween cocktails to make at home, that we hope inspire you for a weekend of horror… ‘THE BLOOD OF MARY’ A super spicy jalapeño bloody Maria served in a RTD style (ready to drink) pouch. 40ml El Jimador Blanco tequila 100ml Big Tom Tomato juice mix Jalapeño brine to taste – I like to add about 10ml for spicy tang but feel free to add more if you like i ..read more

We've been incredibly lucky to work with some of the world's biggest car manufacturers, providing them with a slick and polished bar service to fit in with their brand. Below are some of our favourites: 1. Ford Mustang European Launch, 2015 The ultimate muscle car, an American institution, the car every teenager, adult, and senior wanted ever since it's creation in 1964. It took until 2015 for the car to have it's official European launch, and we were lucky to be invited along to mix up some great drinks for VIP guests and the Press, hosted within two impressive domes, close to the Bavarian F ..read more

Remember our mega tasting room? We've decided to open it up to the public and invite guests in to learn how to shake and stir like a pro with one of our expert bartenders at the helm. Be welcomed into Bristol's smallest cocktail bar by the team at The Bartender, a skilled collective of incredible bartenders, and learn all about how to mix the very best drinks at home! In this experience, you'll learn how to stir, shake and build some amazing classic cocktails! You'll be using local ingredients from producers including Bristol Distilling Co, The Aperitivo Co, Circumstance Distillery and the Br ..read more