by Leah van Deventer | Oct 24, 2017 | Portfolio
Let’s explore the subtleties that set these two world-leading brandies apart. If you didn’t know this already, cognac is a type of brandy. So what’s with the name? Well, cognac has to be made in a very particular way, as outlined by the Bureau National...
by Leah van Deventer | Aug 7, 2017 | Portfolio
Women’s Day is all about celebrating female empowerment, and we could think of no better way to do this than by profiling 11 savvy, strong and sexy women who are dominating in the male-dominated liquor industry. From distillers to trainers, innovators and brand...
by Leah van Deventer | Jul 26, 2017 | Portfolio
31 July 1970 was a dark day indeed, as this was when the Royal Navy stopped issuing rum rations to its sailors. Black Tot Day is now commemorated on 31 July each year, as a celebration of all things rum. Here’s how you can get loaded to the gunwall this Black Tot Day....
by Leah van Deventer | Jul 17, 2017 | Portfolio
World Tequila Day is celebrated annually on 24 July. Here are six ways to get your tequila on in 2017. 1. Smash a tequila bar If you really want to celebrate all things tequila, your go-to option should be to throw name at a tequila bar. Luckily, there are a few super...
by Leah van Deventer | Jun 12, 2017 | Portfolio
With (excessive) drinking being frowned upon these days for being detrimental to your health, you might be surprised to know that many alcoholic drinks have their roots in medicine. So instead of turning to Big Pharma next time you have a sniffle – and arguably do...
by Leah van Deventer | Jun 5, 2017 | Portfolio
The bar industry is known for attracting unconventional souls, those who reject the formal white-collar world in favor of an atmosphere that’s more sociable. Forgiving, even. Stephanie Simbo – a French entrepreneur and former bartender living in Cape Town, South...
