Who? Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET)
What? Following the resounding success of the inaugural WSET Gin Ramble, the event returns again for mark two. The new and improved tour will include a trip to Sipsmiths, lunch at former gin palace Princess Victoria and gin cocktail masterclass. Priced at £125.
When? 27th September
Where? Tour starts at WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF
How? Book by calling 020 7089 3841
Who? Christie’s What? Christie’s has announced an auction of fine wines from Henry Tang’s private collection in Hong Kong. The former Chief Secretary of Administration for Hong Kong has amassed a substantial collection over 30 years and this auction represents a small selection of Burgundy wines from over 70 Domaines. For the first time, Christie’s will use the Prooftag Bubble Seal in its auction to secure authenticity. When? 6pm 15th and 12pm 16th March Where? Christie’s Hong Kong, 22nd Floor, Alexandra House, 18 Chater Road Central, Hong Kong How? For more information visit www.christies.com/chinese Fly via KLM
Who? Tipplesworth What? How cool is this? The bramble cocktail case from Tipplesworth holds just about everything you need to make the perfect bramble. That is, everything from the Sipsmith London Dry Gin to the Merlet crème de mure, down to the Tipplesworth sugar syrup and lemon juice. Of course, you’re not being short changed on the equipment either as it includes a shaker, strainer, measure and tumblers. You’ll need some ice and a handy bar man of course but you’ve got a recipe to hand too. Priced at £185. When? Available now Where? Available online from John Lewis How? Buy now from John Lewis
Who? Dropwines What? If you love wine but hate being inundated with choice then wine-club newbies Dropwines is for you. Rather than pages and pages of options, they have a distilled selection of wines every week. And a back-catalogue of course. Plus, there are always video tasting note to help you get to grips with what your wine tastes like. When? Available now Where? Exclusively online at www.dropwines.com How? For more information, see website
Who? Paul Lukacs What? At times, we can get a little bogged down with what a wine tastes like and how it smells. What we’ve neglected, often, is to find out a wine’s story. Paul Lukacs’ Inventing Wine is not just telling the story of one wine but all wines. It takes the reader through a journey of wine from history to today – a must if you want to know about more than just wine. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? Purchase at Amazon
Who? Frankfurt What? The city of Frankfurt is once again ready to host its annual Apple Wine Festival. During the festival, visitors will have the opportunity to try different kinds of apple wine, enjoy traditional music and see performances of poetry. There are also fringe events surrounding the festival including the Apple Wine Express. When? 9th to 18th August Where? Roßmarkt, 60311 Frankfurt, Germany How? Visit www.frankfurt-tourismus.de for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines
What? Lismore Connoisseur whisky tasting tumbler. Priced at £65 for a set of two. Where? Available online from Waterford Crystal
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