So today I’m experimenting with Binary Botanical Beer. Made in West Sussex with organic hop leaves from Worcester, it’s called Binary because hop leaves grow on a bine. Never knew that. It comes in two versions, alcoholic and non-alcoholic and is described as “Wine-lover’s beer”. There’s certainly a lightness and tanginess about and a kind of […]
So today I’m treating myself to a lovely new drink. A sparkling, fruity and alcoholic water from Sol Duc. A new concept for me, certainly, it’s what they call a Hard Seltzer in the US. And this one comes from what is apparently the home of Hard Seltzers in Seattle. Sol Duc is a beautiful […]
So we’re still in lockdown. There are days when it feels like this is the way it is forever. We’re waiting with fingers crossed to find out which of the dreaded Tiers London is put into when we come out next Wednesday. If it’s Tier Three life won’t be vastly different from the way it […]
Okay so I know eggnog is really a Christmas thing. But in these times of Corona I’ve decided to throw caution to the wind. With autumn arriving in force with the rainiest October in history (yes really) we need a bit of extra comfort and indulgence in our lives. I’m also dreaming of warmer climes […]
Gin (always one of my favourite alcoholic beverages) has become a more and more exciting drink in recent times. There are so many different varieties, it’s almost impossible to keep up with it all. It seems like a new gin is unveiled nearly every day! And so many tonics to choose from, too. Like this […]
We’ve explored the fabulous food in Koh Samui, but what is there to drink? Nothing quite says Thailand to me than the array of colourful and tasty fruit shakes available everywhere. There’s such a selection the best thing is to start at the top and aim to sample everything on offer during your stay. In Chaweng, they were […]