News – IOW Distillery Mermaid Salt Vodka Relaunch
IOW Distillery have made quite the name for themselves in the gin world with their signature bottles, made from recycled glass, plastic free with all natural cork stopper and plant … Read More
Take Victory – Victory Gin
This article is a particularly special one for me. I’m an avid reader. I’m sorry if I’ve told you that before. George Orwell’s 1984 is one of my favourite books. … Read More
Sipsmith and Portobello Road – Two staple gin related London landmarks.
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
IOW Distillery – Mermaids and the mighty – HMS Victory Navy Strength Gin
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
Paul Bower – Twisted Nose
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
Gin 101 – Production
Let’s start with the basics. What is gin? How is it made? Gin starts life as a vodka. The definition of vodka is a spirit distilled to 96% or more … Read More