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.

10 tips for experimental whisky that will enchant you
21. 09. 2021
10 tips for experimental whisky that will enchant you
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…
Neptune Rum: Lord of the oceans from Foursquare
24. 08. 2021
Neptune Rum: Lord of the oceans from Foursquare
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…
News from Whitley Neill - a special edition of gins for the summer
06. 07. 2021
News from Whitley Neill - a special edition of gins for the summer
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…
The GlenAllachie whisky – premium Scottish single malt from Speyside
19. 04. 2021
The GlenAllachie whisky – premium Scottish single malt from Speyside
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.…
SUAU: Bodega that wouldn’t exist without a love story
23. 02. 2021
SUAU: Bodega that wouldn’t exist without a love story
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…
Are you a fan of exotic rums? New Marama arrives from Indonesia
Are you a fan of exotic rums? New Marama arrives from Indonesia
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…
Introducing: Château du Tariquet - an Armagnac that proves that everything has its time
13. 10. 2020
Introducing: Château du Tariquet - an Armagnac that proves that everything has its time
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…
What surprises you about whiskey from the land of the rising sun?
06. 10. 2020
What surprises you about whiskey from the land of the rising sun?
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…
How is borovička made? The secrets behind the production of our iconic spirit
22. 06. 2020
How is borovička made? The secrets behind the production of our iconic spirit
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…
Thomas Henry: the story of the inventor of bubbles and iconic tonics for mixed drinks
21. 04. 2020
Thomas Henry: the story of the inventor of bubbles and iconic tonics for mixed drinks
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…
Why are mixed drinks called cocktails?
02. 04. 2020
Why are mixed drinks called cocktails?
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…
The taste of summer: Margarita
22. 02. 2020
The taste of summer: Margarita
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…