While many Australians use Dry July as an opportunity to completely cut out alcohol, others are looking for more balanced ways to moderate their intake without sacrificing the social ritual or the taste of a good beer. Hawke’s Brewing Co’s Hawke’s Half range, Half XPA and Half Pacific, offers a lower-alcohol option designed for those…
WINTER WARMERS WITH OUR FAVOURITE TEQUILA
Tequila is so often associated with summer drinks, Margaritas in the sunshine, a Ranch Water after an arvo at the beach (seriously, a Ranch Water on a warm day… wow). But winter is just as good for a tequila based drink, and even better when it’s made with our absolutely favourite Pantalones Organic Tequila, co-founded…
TWO BOTTLES OF THIS IS THE ROSES MUM REALLY LOVES!
We love a Rose, Mum loves Roses and Rose… this bottle fits the bill for both! From the celebrated French winemaker Gérard Bertrand, Cote des Roses is known for its elegant rosé and distinctive bottle, finished with a base shaped like a blooming rose. Inspired by the Mediterranean lifestyle of the South of France, the…
FORGET GIN & TONIC, LETS HAVE GIN & ANTS!
Yep… you read that right, and trust us, you really should. This is not a drill, Green Ant Gin is simply spectacular! You see they taste really good on their own… we were lucky enough to eat them fresh from the ground in Kakadu a few years ago, and they were such a surprising delight!…
COOLER NIGHTS, PERFECT FOR TWO STACKS
It’s getting colder, and our fire pit has seen it’s first action since summer. We tend to steer towards a glass of red wine when the smoke starts to rise. But we now have a new favourite. Irish whiskey innovator Two Stacks is offering a more elevated take on a familiar favourite with its Double…
WHAT YOU NEED FOR SUPER BOWL MONDAY
As the Super Bowl continues to cement itself as a global cultural moment, Australian fans are increasingly leaning into the ritual of early-morning kick-offs, big screens, comfort food and ice-cold beer. No beer says ‘Merica quite like this one, and it’s a favourite of ours… Pabst Blue Ribbon. This iconic American beer that has long…
SMOKEHEAD WHISKY – A GIFT FOR DAD HE WILL LOVE
So many whisky options, so little time to research them all. So, let us do the hard work for you and cut to the chase… get this one for Dad, and he will love it! Bold, smoky and full of character, Smokehead is not for the faint-hearted. Perfect for whisky lovers who like a dram…
APERITIVO HOUR AND MORE IN MELBOURNE
Brunswick East’s neighbourhood bar and bistro, 98 Lygon St, welcomes summer with the opening of its newly refreshed courtyard. To celebrate, the venue has launched a European-inspired Aperitivo Hour (4–6pm daily), where guests who purchase two cocktails receive a complimentary snack — perfect for starting with a drink, sharing a bite, and lingering into dinner, the…
ROSE ALL DAY THIS CHRISTMAS!
As the weather heats up and the social calendar fills up, you must take a look at this magnificent Rosé for your festive drinks menu. Bring the French Riviera to your Aussie Christmas with STUDIO by Miraval. Tangy, fruity, and easy to drink, this pale-pink rosé offers aromas of red fruits and cherry blossom, with a…
CHRISTMAS COCKTAILS WITH COCKBURN’S PORT
You better watch our, you better not cry, you better not pout, I’m telling you why… Cockburn’s. PORT you filthy minded individual. It’s COCKBURN’S PORT! This year, the secret ingredient for some head-turning festive season cocktails is Cockburn Port’s and its new “Tails of the Unexpected” range of modern, premium ports. This is port, reimagined.…
