Bondston Journal – articles on whisky, rum, wine and cocktails

How climate change and eco-innovation are shaping the future of whisky production ? Whisk(e)y is one of the most famous alcoholic beverages in the world, a symbol of tradition and craftsmanship. Whether we are talking about Scotch 'whiskey', Irish 'whiskey' or American bourbon, these drinks have something in common - they require precision production and quality raw materials such as grain,…

Dark Curse This cocktail uses the dark notes of Black Tears rum and adds a spooky atmosphere thanks to the colour and decorations. It's refreshing yet dark enough to be fit for any Halloween party! Ingredients:50 ml Black Tears Spiced Rum 20 ml fresh lime juice 10 ml Monin Grenadine or Raspberry (for a bloody effect) 50 ml black tea syrup (or strong chilled black tea, green tea with a little…

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Eggnog is one of the classic drinks on every holiday table. Even if you can buy it in a shop, the best eggnog is still the one you make yourself. Try this recipe, which you're sure to follow. What do you need for eggnog? - 500 ml rum (vodka, whisky - whatever you like)    Tip: we recommend rums - Dos Maderas, Black Tears, Kraken, Doorly's, Chairman's Reserve- 1 condensed milk/salco (if you want…

A passion for rum was born Laurie Barnard, the late Chairman of St Lucia Distillers, inspired and created the iconic Chairman's Reserve brand in 1999. His vision to define and reinvent the St. Lucia rum category was unlike anything rum had seen before or since. While other distilleries were purchasing column stills to increase production, Laurie invested in eclectic barrel types, small stills,…

Loyalty program rules: Every user of Bondston.com, customer of e-shops  is included in the loyalty program. No need to fill in any forms or carry any cards - just give your consent when purchasing. The loyalty system works on the basis of the turnover that the customer makes and based on this they will be placed in one of the Bronze, Silver, Gold categories listed above. How does it…

Christmas Gift Guide - ideas for everyone on your list! Exclusive alcohol as a Christmas gift is simply a smart tip for both men and women. It definitely stands out above all those ordinary gifts we are so happy to receive every year. Alcohol as a gift is the right move to show your style and at the same time show that you have thought of someone. These are our tips for women and men, moms and…

We are very honoured to announce that we have become a distributor of Papa's Pilar rums! If the name is familiar to you, you will associate it with the world famous writer Ernest Hemingway. Why? Ernest Hemingway - also known as Papa (his nickname) - was a man of many things. He was a writer, a free thinker, an adventurer, an athlete, a fisherman, and a rambunctious man. He constantly traveled…

History of the brand The Bareksten brand is an unfamiliar concept, so we want to tell you its story, which is also the story of a man who wanted to create something unique in the world of alcohol. Stig Bareksten is responsible for the unique Bareksten gins and spirits. From the looks of it, this gentleman is a very interesting man. Let's take a closer look at his story. His first encounter…

Introducing Mate Mate. A new type of healthy energy drink from Thomas Henry. The advantage of Mate Mate is that it is made from Yerba Mate tea, which is grown in traditional growing areas in South America. This means the drink supports sustainable agriculture and helps to protect the traditional ways of life of the communities there. This drink contains only natural ingredients, except for the…

Hello friends! Last week @matusalemrum_global and I visited Nibble&Sip House, an emerging concept that is a venue for creative gastronomy, art, fine wine, social events in the beautiful and newly-renovated space of Zichy Palace. It combines elements of Mediterranean and New York style not only in appearance and design, but also in its approach to gastronomy and staff. The Social Dining element…

Easter is slowly approaching, accompanied by gallows, watering, decorating Easter eggs and celebrations. Easter is the most important Christian holiday, which is a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ in conjunction with long-standing traditions and symbols such as lamb, egg, bunny or hand-knitted basket. But the most important thing is to meet loved ones, family. Would you like to be…