Simply another typical drink made for my personal taste, similar to port drinks and so on. A wonderfully aromatic nose with the zest, dried grapes, figs, toffee and a nice base of bourbon, similar stuff in the mouth. […]
Bourbon / Madeira / Maraschino Liqueur / Orange Bitters
Wraggborough
The Tiny Cup in Frankfurt is an interesting concept and, once in a research frenzy after another visit, invites a few thoughts. There's a lot to read online, even though the bar is actually quite small; there isn't an article online that doesn't call it “perhaps the smallest bar in Germany”. What makes it also particularly intriguing: The Tiny Cup belongs to (see the logo) Seven Swans, a progressive vegan restaurant that can (as of 2024) call a Michelin star and the green Michelin star its own. […]
Bar Review #25: Tiny Cup, Frankfurt, Germany
Gonna be honest, I was a little disappointed with the first sip. I had expected a little more depth, as I actually find the China-China by itself divine. But then the icing on the cake was found: Instead of the simple syrup, use the burnt sugar syrup* that I've been using more often lately. […]
Bigallet China China / Gin / Lemon / Orange Blossom Water / Egg White
Aid And Abet
Wait, hear me out! Yes, the bottles shown in the photo are worrying at first, purely from previous experiences as far as some optical triggers are concerned (having sombreros on their labels). We'll come back to that in a moment, but first:
When Aromas of Mexico, the importer of Sombrero Negro (the entry-level brand of the renowned house Tequilas Del Senor), sent me the package with a few bottles — including, for example, the fantastic Herencia De Plata coffee liqueur already discussed — I took one of the bottles out of the box rather skeptically. […]
Sombrero Negro Silver Tequila
A typical, easy going and balanced cocktail in the old school style. Also typical Jim Meehan, as well as typical for a hotel bar in the vacation resort of Aspen, it's meant for everyone and yet has a nice interplay of flavors for beginners.
There are quite a few sours with grapefruit, also because it's probably the easiest citrus fruit in the world to obtain after lime and lemon. […]
Gin / Grapefruit / Campari / Elderflower Liqueur
Old Friend
Yes, the name in the title probably led you to the right assumptions: Amaro x Olive. Simply combining two great things doesn't always lead to great results, but it really worked here.
But let's take a step back, even if this time it won't be the most detailed Amaro review with all kinds of background information. Why? […]
Drup Anima Di Olive Amaro
Bar Review #24: Goldene Bar, Munich, Germany
Ranting about the lack of high-class bars in German hotels is something of a hobby of mine, but high-class bars in (high-class) museums? I don't think there will be too many, even internationally, although I would very much like to see the opposite. I've already raved about pop-up bars in museums and exciting, new exhibitions in our Thoughts article, or rather dreamed about them. […]
The idea is roughly based on the concept of the ‘White Manhattan’, most commonly found with a new make type spirit of American origin. Instead of the darker, fruitier notes of a classic Manhattan, that usually also plays well with enhancing the casks of various Scotches and Rums, a lighter Vermouth brings out more of the funky, grainy notes.[…]
Bourbon / Martini Riserva Speciale Ambrato / Earl Grey Tea Syrup / Earl Grey Infused Gin