Tag: Spirits

Rum: everything you need to know

As we launch our new range of Classic rums, we run through everything you need to know about this exotic spirit – from how it’s made to where it comes from

The cocktail hour

There are few better things in life than a really good cocktail – but you needn’t be a master mixologist to shake one up at home. Here are three easy serves to savour on a summer evening

The power of funk: Hampden rum

Some bottles mean a little bit more than others. Our Spirits Buyer Rob Whitehead explains how the funk of Hampden’s rums (not to mention Stevie Wonder) has shaped him

Gin: the everlasting thirst

The world of gin continues to expand; and, whether it’s the latest release from a major brand or a new micro-distillery creation, it can be hard to see the gin for the, well, gin. Here’s our short-list of the three most exciting gins right now