Ballantine’s: History and Birth of the Distillery The history of Ballantine's begins in the picturesque town of Dumbarton, Scotland, In the 1827, when George Ballantine opened his first grocery and tea shop. During the years, his passion for blending led him to explore the world of Scotch whisky. In 1938, the distillery was …
Birth of the Johnnie Walker distillery The history of red label is intertwined with the origins of the renowned Johnnie Walker distillery. Founded in 1820 a Kilmarnock, Scotland, da John Walker, the distillery has a history of innovation and dedication to producing high-quality whisky. His legacy has remained strong throughout the decades, …
He Jack Daniel’s, an icon among American whiskeys, has its roots in Tennessee and a compelling history. Founded in 1866 of Jasper Newton Daniel, known as “Jack”, the distillery is located in picturesque Lynchburg, Tennessee. Characteristics and production process Jack Daniel's is famous for its distinctive flavor profile, created through …
History and birth of Il Monkey gin 47, a very high quality gin, has its roots in the forests of the Black Forest, in Germany. Its story begins with a former British Air Force commander who, after the Second World War, decided to grow fruit in the Black Forest. It was precisely here that the idea of creating a was born …
The birth Campari bitter is one of the Italian icons in the world of bitter liqueurs, a tradition that has origins in the heart of Milan in 1860. Created by the skilled craftsman Gaspare Campari, Campari bitters are the result of a secret blend of herbs, spices and fruit that have conquered palates all over the world. The opening …
The birth of Aperol, one of the most loved Italian liqueurs in the world, it has a fascinating history that dates back to the 1920s. Created in Padua, in Italy, by two brothers, Luigi and Silvio Barbieri, this bitter was initially conceived as a light and refreshing aperitif. The secret recipe, which includes aromatic herbs, roots and citrus fruits, …
Welcome back to the blog! In this article I will talk about Piero Dry Gin, another Italian gin born in 2018. This gin caught my attention after its silver medal at an international wine and spirits competition. In addition to this fantastic second place, Piero Dry Gin managed to conquer …
Welcome back to the blog! In this article I will explain what bitters are, how they are divided and how they can be used in the bar world. These products, like most alcoholic beverages, were created many centuries ago mainly for medical purposes. It is in fact well known that bittering substances, which we will see later are composed of …