Whether you’re a whisky lover or newbie, the spirit is undoubtedly a firm fixture in Scottish culture – and one of our favourites, Johnnie Walker, is celebrating 200 years in 2020. To celebrate, Hood’s compiled our favourite Johnnie Walker highball cocktails to raise a toast for the anniversary, so you can join in the celebrations too.
Read MoreOur favourite coffee-based recipe is, of course, an espresso martini. And we love this twist on the classic, using Scottish dry gin Oro in place of vodka to give your espresso martini a velvety smoothness like never before. The cocktail has a smooth, light texture with the flavour swinging back and forth from coffee to gin, losing all of the bitterness, yet retaining a lovely coffee aroma.
Read MoreConsider yourself a bit of a cocktail connoisseur? Then you’ll no doubt have already heard of Magnum, new kid on the block and already Scotland’s top-selling cream liqueur. Made with a blend of single malt Speyside whisky and cream, this luxurious new liqueur is a must-have addition to any cocktail cabinet. Hood sat down with Magnum’s director, Lee Schofield, who spoke to us about the brand and what it’s like to launch a brand-new liqueur to the market - and remember to read on for your chance to win two bottles of Magnum too!
Read MoreAhead of Hogmanay, here’s a selection of deliciously sparkly prosecco cocktail recipes to whip up and serve to your guests - the ideal aperitifs to help you get the party started on December 31st!
Read MoreIf you’re hosting a party or two during the festive season, here’s Hood’s handy guide to the best drinks to fill up your bar cart with - and they’re all produced here in Scotland…
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