The iconic Gin drink has in recent years exploded and there are now small and large distilleries that are producing some pretty glamorous gins. It is not just the drink itself that has been glammed up, but how we serve this great drink has also taken on a new direction with an array of fruits … Read more
A home bar is an exciting concept and a great addition to any home, but many people don’t know where to start and need help with ideas and designs. The type of bar you build is a personal choice and will be governed by how much space you have and the size of your budget. … Read more
I have often thought about starting my own beer rating system, mainly for my own reference and sharing with friends. When I first thought about this idea it would have been a pen and paper record. That quickly moved to a digital version when the internet exploded into our lives, but things have moved forward … Read more
If your home bar is an outside bar in your yard then you will need some lights so when the sky turns its lights off, you can turn your outdoor patio bar lights on. You may only use your outdoor bar during the hours of light, but at some point you will carry on entertaining … Read more
The versatile drink vodka which some say originated from Russia is as popular today as it has been for centuries. There are claims that it came from Poland or Sweden, but the origin does not really matter when we are looking at what we can do with this clear liquor. Vodka which is traditionally drunk … Read more
Wine, it’s a beautiful thing, whether you favor white, red, or are an inbetweener and favor a nice rose. Whichever color you like, they all have a place at your home bar, and Just like Martini or Brandy they need an appropriate vessel to be enjoyed. The history of wine goes back thousands of years … Read more
The recent restrictions that we have all faced has had many of us making improvements in our homes, from simple diy projects to more elaborate projects like a home gym or even a home bar. Then there are those that have started whole new hobbies from knitting, cooking and even cocktail making. A new hobby … Read more
Beer is a popular drink, it has been for centuries and it is not going anywhere soon. Whether we enjoy our favorite beer at home or at a bar with friends, it’s a drink we love. There has never been so much choice too, with an explosion of craft beers in recent years we have … Read more
Brewing your own beer is a dream for many people and a lot of people will give it a go at least once with varying results. Just like making your own wine it is a challenge that more often than not ends in disaster. In theory, it is almost romantic, the thought of a beer … Read more
We all love a little garnish in our cocktails or long drink’s, from the common lemon through the more exotic pineapple or watermelon. Preparing the garnish for a drink can slow you down, so preparing some of your favorite garnishes in advance is a good idea. Then you have to think how to store your … Read more