TOP PICKS FOR YOUR WHISKY SHELF #INTERNATIONALWHISKYDAY
For International Whisky Day, I’ve done the research (hic!) and picked a range of whiskies to stock your home bar with. From the fun to the fancy, the pocket-friendly to the precious, the casual to the complex – there’s a…
A single malt from a blended whisky giant?
Reviewing the latest single malt whisky in my collection: Ballantine’s Glenburgie 15. A unique single malt whisky from a distillery known for its blended scotch. But how does it match up?
The Tonic Trials
The 80:20 principle states that 80% of our efforts often go into things that only account for 20% of the results. While the ratio might be off a bit, it definitely holds true with our mixed drinks too, especially with…
Gigglewater Live: An evening with The Balvenie
Snapshots from a recent tasting I hosted for The Balvenie in Delhi To start, I must admit I love this Speyside single malt and so this event was something I was particularly looking forward to. From its story to its branding and…
VIDEO: India’s New Single Malt – Rampur
There’s a new Indian Single Malt whisky – RAMPUR. But is it a worthy addition to your bar? Here’s all you need to know about it. The premium single malt is made at the Radico Khaitan Distillery in Rampur. The distillery…
The Brave New Face of Indian wines
Even while some Indian wineries are still working towards understanding viticulture and perfecting their winemaking, there are others that are experimenting with grapes, vinification styles, and techniques. It isn’t about creating the most iconic wine, that’s something only time will…
VIDEO: All About Indian Single Malts
India is the world’s largest consumer of whisky! Although most whisky that’s made here is actually rum since it’s made from sugarcane and not barley, it was only a matter of time before someone decided to make the good stuff the…
VIDEO: How to Saber a bottle of Champagne
Sabering’ or ‘Sabrage’ is the technique of removing the neck of a Champagne bottle with a knife or sword, in one swift movement . It’s a definite head-turner but also quite dangerous. The pressure created by the carbon dioxide in…
Bira91 soon in NYC
This past year Bira91 has taken city bars by storm. The quirky branding, slick marketing, and needless to say, quality brew made it a winner right from the word go. Having an imported beer at (almost) local beer prices, certainly helped…
Win a Belvedere 007 SPECTRE Limited Edition
In my latest video I explore the recipe of the current Spectre 007 Martini and my favourite, Reverse Vesper Martini. Now here’s a chance for you to win a Belvedere 007 Limited Edition bottle and make your own Martinis. All you…
Video: How to make the perfect Bond Martini
Bond is synonymous with Martinis. And with Spectre, he’s back to his ‘dirty’ old ways. In this video I explore the latest and exclusive ‘Spectre 007 Martini’ courtesy Rohan Jelkie, Brand Ambassador Moet Hennessy India. If, like me, you like…
Things you didn’t know about Champagne
A little while ago I was invited for a wonderful Champagne Experience organised by the Ambassador for Champagne to India, Rajiv Singhal. The 24-hour Champagne filled getaway is a yearly event and is luxurious in every sense. Being spoilt silly by Champagne…
#GigglewaterContest: FREE BEER UP FOR GRABS!
All these dry-days in Mumbai have made us thirsty and irritable. So, to up the spirits – yours and our own – we’re announcing the #GigglewaterContest. A chance to win free Miller High Life beer! Read on for the full scoop. The…