Bondston Journal – articles on whisky, rum, wine and cocktails
On the Bondston Journal you’ll find articles guiding you through the world of premium spirits. Explore whisky, rum and wine guides, tasting tips and cocktail recipes. Follow the latest news, trends and brand stories shaping the culture of drinks.
21. 09. 2021
We have prepared for you a list of the ten most interesting experimental or in other words non-traditional whisky from Ireland, Scotland and Japan. They are excited by classics, experts but also novices in the world of whisky.
Surely it has ever happened to you that you wanted to try something new, discover new tastes, smells and be surprised. People from various whisky distilleries around the…
24. 08. 2021
The Foursquare rum distillery from the island of Barbados has launched a very interesting rum, which has won more than 70 medals and awards for quality, taste and ecology. But first, let's say some basic information about Foursquare.
Foursquare is located on a former sugar plantation, which was established in about 1720, on the small Caribbean island of Barbados. The distillery was reopened by…
06. 07. 2021
The Whitley Neill brand produce London Dry Gin, which was launched in 2005 by Johnny Neill, following an old family tradition in gin production.
Introducing Whitley Neill's family history
The Neill family began distillation in 1762, and Johnny Neill is the eighth generation to maintain a long family tradition. From a young age he liked to experiment. Under the guidance of his grandmother, he…
19. 04. 2021
The GlenAllachie is a young Scotch whisky brand, established in 2017. It is produced in an independent Scottish distillery located near the town of Aberlour in the Speyside region of Scotland, which has been in operation for over 50 years.
The GlenAllachie – premium single malt whisky
The GlenAllachie is a Scottish single malt whisky that has quickly gained respect around the world.…
23. 02. 2021
It was the mid-19th century when the Spanish steamboat "El Mallorquín" sailed across the ocean under the command of Captain Don Joan Suau y Bennaser. He was known not only for his captain’s duties but also for his entrepreneurial spirit, thanks to which he created a market in Cuba for anise liqueur and other Cuban products.
Part of his business activities here naturally included the…
If the name Marama Origin Spiced Rum sounds familiar to you, you’re not mistaken. In its early days, Marama was produced in the Pacific paradise of Fiji. Today, everything has changed — the former Marama Fijian Rum is now a thing of the past. The production of Marama has moved to another exotic destination – the Indonesian island of Java in Southeast Asia. With this transition, a new exotic rum…
13. 10. 2020
Château du Tariquet (also known as Domain du Tariquet) is a brand of Armagnac owned by the Grassa family. In today's article, we will introduce you to the story that shaped this excellent Armagnac for almost 100 years.
But first, a bit of theory:
What is Armagnac?
■ It is a wine distillate distilled only once, through gradual distillation, which preserves many aromatic and flavoring…
06. 10. 2020
Japanese whiskey is breaking records in terms of the number of awards it has won worldwide and is among the most exclusive spirits you can buy.
The difference between Japanese and Scotch whiskey
Scotland has a long and strong tradition of whisky production. Distilleries sometimes exchange whisky with each other in order to create the best possible blend. However, this would be a real rarity in…
22. 06. 2020
You don't have to be an experienced hiker, climber or endurance athlete, but you must love the Slovak mountains! Deep forests, gorges, waterfalls, rocky cliffs with castles from which you can see the landscape below you like the palm of your hand, and above all, lots of borovička (juniper) - Slovakia offers all of this. Borovička is a Slovak classic that is very popular. This spirit, made from…
21. 04. 2020
Since 2010, the German company Thomas Henry has been producing non-alcoholic beverages that are perfect for mixing drinks. They are constantly innovating their production methods and introducing completely new, unusual flavors. Why did they name their company Thomas Henry?
Who was Thomas Henry?
Pharmacist, scientist, and innovator
Thomas Henry (1734–1816) was a British pharmacist, member of…
02. 04. 2020
Your favorite bars and establishments are closed, and you're craving a refreshing drink?
Learn how to prepare great drinks right at home with us. In the "Cocktails" category, we have prepared affordable sets of products for preparing extraordinary drinks, always with a recipe and video. Most of them are Thomas Henry signature cocktails, and anyone can master their preparation. What's more, you…
22. 02. 2020
Margarita is one of the most famous mixed drinks in the world. It ranks among icons such as Sex on the Beach, B52, Cosmopolitan, Mojito, and dry Martini (shake, don't stir!). It will win you over with its fruity and sweet, yet citrusy and sour taste. It is perfectly refreshing during hot summer days.
22.2. is a reason to celebrate
Every year on this day, we celebrate a very important holiday…