Wednesday 21 May 2014

Mix 'n' Twist Top 5 Classic Cocktails

Top 5 Classic Cocktails

Who doesn't love a good cocktail? The world of cocktails is continuously being reinvented with new ingredients and combinations but we know the classics are the classics for a reason!
True classics will always be loved, but you can build on these time and time again to refresh an old favourite and re-experience a classic in new ways, with a little bit of invention!


Mojito
Perhaps one of the most famous cocktails of all time, this Cuban classic offers fresh kicks of mint and lime to counteract the potency of the rum with which it is made. A summertime favourite, you can count on it to help you kick back and enjoy the sun. Traditionally, this classic is made with rum, mint, lime, sugar, soda and garnished with a mint sprig.
If you’re looking for a new take on this classic, there are tonnes of popular variations available. Fruit-flavoured vodkas or rums, such as mango, strawberry, lychee or mandarin are often used instead to create a whole new taste, while the Mexican Mojito uses the Mexican native tequila instead of rum as a primary alcohol. If you fancy taking things up a notch, a Mojito Royal is a mojito with champagne instead of soda.

Daiquiri
Mmmm… yum! The ever-delicious daiquiri is another native of Cuba, and is made with rum, sugar, and lime and garnished with a lime wheel. This fantastic concoction really took off attention across the US by 1940 when rum was easily accessible but other alcohols such as vodka and whisky were harder to come by.
Nowadays, there are plenty of popular variations, such as the strawberry daiquiri and frozen daiquiris – they almost outstrip the original! Strawberry or other fruits counteract the taste of rum, while frozen daiquiris create an alcoholic slushy experience, made with finely pulverized ice or mixed in a blender. Perfect for summer!

Margarita

Surely one of the best-known cocktails of all time, the margarita is made with tequila, Triple Sec, lime and sugar and garnished with a lime wheel. It is also popular to serve with salt around the rim of the cocktail glass. It is the most common tequila-based cocktail in the US.
Plenty of popular variations exist, such as the frozen margarita (similar to the frozen daiquiri) and liqueurs that might be used instead include Grand Marnier, Gran Gala, or blue curaƧao (resulting in the blue margarita). Either way, you’re in for a treat.

Cosmopolitan
Incredibly famous, and not just due to Sex And The City, this American classic has always had a strong following. Informally known as a Cosmo, it traditionally contains citrus vodka, triple sec, lime and cranberry and is garnished with a flamed orange.
Feel free to mix things up with this cocktail as plenty of variations exist, such as a Peach Cosmopolitan, which substitutes peach schnapps for Triple Sec and peach juice for the cranberry. There are also variations in methods of preparation, such as stirring the ingredients in a mixing glass, instead of shaking.

Tom Collins
Our friend Tom Collins is a true classic, believed to have been named after The Great Tom Collins hoax of 1874. It’s made with gin, lemon, sugar and soda and is garnished with a lemon wedge. The drink has been immensely popular since its launch, and was identified as 'a favourite drink in demand everywhere' in the 1878 edition of The Modern Bartender's Guide.
You can get a different type of Collins drink practically anywhere; numerous variations exist and are all known as ‘Collins’ drinks in their own right, although they are mostly variations on the Tom Collins cocktail made with different alcohol bases. Examples of these are Brandy Collins, made with brandy, and Michael Collins, made with Irish whiskey and named after the Irish rebel leader Michael Collins. 

These classics are the foundation of any cocktail bash, and you haven’t lived till you've tried them all! Once you have, get creative and mix things up by trying a few of our classic variations. 

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Friday 30 August 2013

Product Launch

Add an unforgettable element to your product launch!


Right from the planning stages of a new product or service, much effort and many hours are put into ensuring the most successful outcome. As it develops we see the once intangible idea take shape in front of your eyes. As completion nears and time and resources are depleted, all hope is now on the success of the new creation to bring a strong return on investment.


The day of the big launch arrives and with much anticipation and excitement we watch as a dull event drains the life from our potential buyers…Noooo!! Somebody (let’s call them Bob) neglected to organise a buzzing atmosphere to excite our potential customers. So with a flop, another day passes not to be remembered by any of the attendees.


I think we all know this is unacceptable so Mix ‘n’ Twist Bartending is here to help. We can fill a room with excitement and flair, engaging and entertaining all. We put smiles on faces and cocktails in hands. As Pogenpohl of Leeds found out after hiring us for their launch:


“ ‘Fantastic’ in a word. Easy to book, incredibly helpful, great advice, lovely cocktails, very well presented personable staff, good value for money, a great service from start to finish. We would definitely use you again, many thanks for all your help in making our event a success.”





So why not give us a call or email to help make your launch one to remember!
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Tuesday 30 July 2013

The Bartender

The Bartender

  • Drinks maker
  • Entertainer
  • Juggler
  • Friend
  • Counsellor
  • Alcohol advisor
  • Comedian
  • Party starter













The bartender is all these and more but usually you have to travel to your favourite bar to see one, which comes with its drawbacks; busy, long queues, lots of drunks!

Now you can hire your very own charismatic, entertaining bartender for your party who will set up and provide town quality cocktails (if not better)! Concocting your favourite tipples for you and your guests at your venue, whether it’s a kitchen, garden, marquee, office or hotel function room.

With much feedback having similar comments like ‘the bartender made our night’ you can see you're not just getting a drinks maker, you’re getting a skilled, entertaining mixologist or flair bartender. These guys that are sometimes called artists as they create wonderful looking, fantastic tasting cocktails whilst entertaining and engaging your guests with passion and expertise.



For your very own professional and entertaining bartender to make your next get together, birthday, wedding, hen party or corporate function unique and brilliant call or email for a free quote.  

T: 01133227959 / 07905143918  E:info@mixntwist.co.uk








Thursday 2 May 2013

Pre-Night Cocktail


Pre-Night Cocktail

To help kick start the night and the keep the health of your purse or wallet we've rustled up a nice, easy, cheap cocktail that you can make at home yourself. All the ingredients are available from most shops.


All you need is:
Glass/cup/mug of any sort
Rum: 50ml
Apple Juice: 40ml
Mango Juice: 20 ml
Lime: ½ squeezed
Sugar syrup (1/2 water, 1/2sugar): 10mls


Simply add all ingredients to your chosen drinking tool over ice, give it a quick stir, garnish if you wish and sip!  


Alternatively if you prefer the touch of class with some expertly made cocktails, served by entertaining and charming bartenders in cocktail glassware, please give us a call or email:
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Thursday 11 April 2013

Cocktail Pick…Come on spring!


Cocktail Pick…Come on spring!

Spring’s here (apparently) but with remnants of snow still on the roadside who would know. 
So we've got a sun coaxing cocktail for you to brighten up your day.  

What you’ll need:

Martini glass
Rum: 35ml
Velvet Felernum: 15ml
Pomegranate juice: 20ml
Lime: 20ml
Sugar syrup: 15ml
Raspberries: 4
Mint: 6 leafs
Garnish: Mint sprig & blackberries

Add all the ingredients to a mixing tin, muddle (squish) the raspberries and give it a good shake with ice. Then pour and strain into your cocktail glass. Finally garnish with fresh blackberries and a mint sprig and serve with a smile :-) 


For your very own bartender to produce this fruity delight visit us@www.mixntwistbartending.co.uk/

  

Thursday 14 March 2013

Who's Got The Flair?


Who’s Got The Flair?

So you head into a cool cocktail bar and order you favourite tipple, the bartender with a confident look in his eye throws a bottle of alcohol into the air whilst spinning a mixing tin round in his other hand and catches the bottle. Then throws the bottle behind his back and stalls it on his hand finally flipping it into the tin for a smooth pour…Sweet moves!

These guys are the flair bartenders of the world, there aim is to entertain and wow their customers as they serve and create fantastic cocktails.

Flair became popular back in the 70's, with many out of work actors, jugglers and street entertainers of all types, working in New York bars showcasing their unique talents behind the bar. Around this time TGI Fridays started training their bartenders to flair and soon many venues and drink companies saw flair bartending as an excellent and exciting way to promote themselves.   

There are now global competitions giving bartenders the opportunity to demonstrate their working flair (done whilst making a drink using fuller bottles and bar equipment) and exhibition flair (crazy jaw dropping moves with nearly empty bottles and equipment). Although not overly common these guys are around, here’s a couple of videos from our very own flair bartenders, enjoy.  


Back garden flair


Competition flair 



For your very own personal flair bartender visit us@www.mixntwistbartending.co.uk/

  

Wednesday 13 February 2013

Spiced Passion Cocktail for Valentine's day


Spiced Passion

Lovers unite over the love fest we call Valentine’s Day, a day of spending time with your special one.
To get you in the mood Mix ‘n’ Twist has put together a sensation tingling, inhibition losing, desire increasing, love potion to massage in and oil up your nights.
Why not caress together these beautiful ingredients to treat your lover to some hot passion. 

To produce this cocktail we’ve brought together Latin passion in the form of Rum, some strawberries and chocolate as aphrodisiacs and chillies to spark the fire!

Here’s what you’ll need:
Glassware: Martini glass
White Rum: 20ml
Fraise (Strawberry liqueur): 20ml
White chocolate liqueur: 20ml
Rose syrup with water: 5ml/25ml  
4 Fresh strawberries
1 Fresh chilli
Garnish: Chocolate covered strawberry, Rose petal

 Firstly muddle (mush into a pulp) the strawberries, then quarter and de-seed the chilli (we don’t want to burn their mouth off) add to mixing glass along with the strawberries. Mix water and Rose syrup and pour in followed by the Rum, Fraise and white chocolate liqueur.


Meanwhile melt some milk chocolate and get ready to dip the strawberry.

Finally shake all the ingredients with ice and strain into a martini glass, dip the strawberry into the melted chocolate and push onto the side of the glass, place the petal on the surface and serve with a kiss x




Created and developed with love from Mix ‘n’ Twist Bartending