distillery

I’ll be honest, I’m a bit of a patron of Shed 1. We first made contact years ago. So, they’re a business that I’ve seen grow from a tiny still … Read More

The Oxford Artisan Distillery, or TOAD as it’s fondly known, are doing amazing things with whisky at the moment. In recent months they launched their original rye and followed up … Read More

I love a cask aged gin. I’ve heard mixed opinions on them, and I totally understand why some people think, “Why hide the complexities of a good gin with that … Read More

Nestled in the countryside of Shipton-on-Stour is a tiny and unassuming property, the Cotswolds Distillery. It was so sweetly hidden in the rolling hills and golden fields that only those with … Read More

Friday 24th February, I went on a lovely jolly up to London with the illustrious David T Smith and delightful Cherry Constable, in order to research for a new book. It’s … Read More

Being lucky enough to work at the Historic Dockyard in Portsmouth, I have developed an enormous appreciation for all things nautical. This concept goes exceedingly well with gin, which has a … Read More

I’ve had a soft spot for Camden since I was young. It reminded me of Brighton, where people were colourful and inventive and most importantly didn’t judge each other. It’s … Read More

Amidst the hustle and bustle of London City, nestled quietly down Bride Lane and just out of reach of the shadow of St Paul’s Cathedral; sits the humble entrance to COLD … Read More

Paul Bower, the creator of the locally renowned Twisted Nose was the first distiller I had the joy and good fortune to meet. Not only was he a gentleman,  he … Read More