by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
De Kuyper Cranberry liqueur is made from the extract and juice from the original fruit which are then macerated with pure neutral spirit. This ensures that the liqueur bursts with the fresh flavour of cranberries.
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
The Cointreau distillery was first established in Angers, France in 1849 by confectioners Adolphe Cointreau and his brother Edouard-Jean. The famous liqueur we still recognise today was created by Edouard Cointreau (son of Edouard-Jean) in 1875 using a secret recipe...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
The Cognac region lies in the two départements of Charente and Charente-Maritime and is the third largest vineyard in France. A genuine Cognac can only come from this designated region of France and the best Cognac is made with grapes coming from the Grande Champagne...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
De Kuyper Cherry Brandy is made using dark ripe cherries, which are sliced and macerated in pure neutral spirit and then subtly enhanced with spices such as cinnamon and cloves before being blended with fine brandy. The incomparable almondy flavour of De Kuyper Cherry...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
Only sparkling wine made in the region of Champagne in France can be called Champagne. The grapes are harvested and yeast is added to the grape juice to induce fermentation. Sugar and yeast are then added to the wine a second time before bottling, which allows a...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
Campari is a bright red drink, traditionally drunk as an aperitif. It is made using 68 different herbs and spices, and the bitter peel of citrus fruits. It has an intensely bitter-sweet flavour.
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
De Kuyper’s Butterscotch Caramel liqueur captures the smooth rich taste and aroma of mouth watering butterscotch. A sweet tasting caramel liqueur which can be enjoyed neat and chilled, on the rocks or drizzled over desserts like vanilla ice cream or as a great...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
Brandy is usually produced by distilling fermented grape juice – although it can be made from other fruits such as apples (known as Calvados) and plums (Slivovitz). However only if the fruit is distilled during production can a brandy made from fruit be...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
Bourbon is an American type of whiskey. As specified by US trade law, it must be made from at least 51% corn or maize with the remainder consisting of wheat, malted barley or rye. Once distilled it is aged in new charred white oak barrels for a minimum of 2 years. In...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
Curaçao liqueurs are traditionally made from the dried peel of the small bitter Curaçao orange, named after the island of Curaçao in the Caribbean. As the island of Curaçao was formerly a Dutch colony, it supplied oranges to the liqueur makers of Holland but Curaçao...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
De Kuyper Blackberry is created using extracts of premium blackberries and infusing them in pure alcohol. Brandy and sugar are added to enhance the blend which is then left to marry for several weeks to achieve the rich, full blackberry flavour. Other more traditional...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
To produce their Apricot Brandy, De Kuyper use only top quality ripe apricots are sliced and macerated in pure neutral alcohol to extract their flavour and colour. Natural herb essences, brandy and sugar are added to intensify the flavours, creating a drink that is...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
Angostura Bitters is made in Trinidad & Tobago from plant and herb extracts which are bitter in their natural state, then distilled in natural alcohol which gives it an ABV of 44.7%. Angostura Bitters was originally formulated to be used as a tonic to improve the...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
Amarula Cream originates from South Africa where the marula fruit grows wild on the Savannah. The marula tree produces an abundant crop of pale yellow egg shaped fruit and plays a unique role in tribal legend. It is also known as “The Marriage Tree” – to this...
by In The Spirit | Dec 14, 2015 | Drinks Guide |
Advocaat is a traditional liqueur from Holland made from egg yolks, brandy, sugar and vanilla. Warninks Advocaat has been made in Holland since 1616 and was one of the original producers of advocaat. Warninks Advocaat is full bodied with a sweet and creamy texture...