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Thirst Bermuda To Showcase ‘Cocktail Culture’
Burrows Lightbourn is introducing “Bermuda’s first cocktail month; Thirst Bermuda 2023,” with the company saying they are “looking to invigorate and increase appreciation of cocktail culture on the island.” A spokesperson said, “During the month of April, a host of bars/ restaurants will showcase their spirited creations... Read more of this article
Pineapple, Black Cherry & Mango Dark n Stormy
In addition to the original Dark ‘n Stormy, Goslings has added three new flavours — Pineapple Dark ‘n Stormy, Black Cherry Dark ‘n Stormy, and Mango Dark ‘n Stormy — with all four available in newly designed cans. “This may be the most significant innovation during my time at Goslings” said E. Malcolm Gosling, 7th Generation... Read more of this article
Review: Burnaby Street’s Hog Penny Pub
[Written by Dale Butler] Located on 5 Burnaby Street, Hog Penny is Hamilton’s oldest licensed pub and the original inspiration for the Cheers Pub [Bull and Finch] in Boston. This was confirmed with the Cheers Pub owner Tom Kershaw, who visited Bermuda in the 1960s and modeled the Bull and Finch [Now the Cheers Pub and the pub in Boston that inspired... Read more of this article
Bacardi Appoints Roberto Ramirez Laverde
Bermuda-headquartered Bacardi announced the appointment of Roberto Ramirez Laverde as Global SVP, Bacardi rum, noting that he will be “based in Bermuda, pending authorization by the Bermuda Department of Immigration.” A spokesperson said, “The world’s most awarded rum welcomes back Roberto Ramirez Laverde as Global SVP, Bacardi... Read more of this article
Free 10 Week Bartending Training Program
Bacardi – in partnership with the Department of Workforce Development — is launching ‘Shake Your Future,’ which offers five people the chance to take part in a free 10-week training program that includes four weeks of training in London, four weeks of work placement in Bermuda, and two weeks of marketing workshops. A spokesperson... Read more of this article
Gosling’s Gold Seal One Of “Best Rums”
Tasting Table has highlighted Gosling’s Gold Seal as one of the “12 best rums for rum and coke.” The Tasting Table story said, “Rum and coke is a deceptively complex cocktail. Though this rum drink calls for just two ingredients — or three if you count a wedge of lime or a squirt of lime juice — there are many different types of rum,... Read more of this article
‘Peanut Butter S’mores Whiskey’ Unveiled
Stillhouse — part of the portfolio of Bermuda-headquartered Bacardi Limited — had a nutty idea for a new flavour, with the company announcing its newest variety, Peanut Butter S’mores Whiskey. A spokesperson said, “With its innovative and unique 100 percent stainless-steel packaging, Stillhouse whiskey chills quickly and reflects... Read more of this article
Jay-Z & Bacardi Reach Deal On Cognac Venture
Music mogul Jay-Z and Bermuda headquartered Bacardi announced a long-term agreement in which Bacardi will acquire a majority interest in the multi-billion-dollar D’USSÉ cognac brand from Jay-Z and “he will retain a significant ownership stake in the brand.” This follows after what has been described as “months of contentious... Read more of this article
Volleyball Wine Night Fundraiser On Feb 17
A Wine Night Fundraiser will be held at Gosling’s Winer Cellar in Hamilton to raise money for the Bermuda Volleyball Junior National Programme. Tickets for the event on February 17, from 6 pm to 9 pm, are $60 and include a welcome drink, three glasses of wine and appetisers. The annual raffle draw will be held at 8 pm. For tickets, visit here. Related... Read more of this article
Goslings ‘Dark ‘N Stormy’ Cans Now In U.K.
Bermuda’s iconic Dark ‘n Stormy is now available in a can in the United Kingdom, with retailer Waitrose selling the Goslings product. The Hull Daily Mail website said, “This year rum is being tipped to be the new gin and Waitrose customers can now easily discover one of the world’s most renowned rum cocktails without having to mix... Read more of this article
Runners Can ‘Refuel’ At Goslings Rum Stops
[Written by Stephen Wright] Runners taking to the island’s roads for the PwC Bermuda Marathon and Half Marathon today [January 15] can “refuel” at rum stops along the route. Courtesy of Gosling’s Limited, the half-marathon and half-marathon relay courses will feature two rum stops, and the full marathon will feature three. Photo via Goslings Rum... Read more of this article
New Bacardi Gift Packs Are 100% Plastic-Free
Bermuda headquartered Bacardi said they have “extra reason to celebrate this holiday season as it reaches a milestone in its mission to remove 100% of the single-use plastic from its gifting range by the end of 2023.” A spokesperson said, “From this month, ready for the busy festive period, all new gift packs in the Bacardi portfolio... Read more of this article
Goslings To Host Event With Dame Flora Duffy
On Thursday [Nov 3], Dame Flora Duffy will be at Gosling’s on Front Street to meet people and sign bottles of the Goslings Flora Gold Rum, which to date has raised over $30,000 to support young Bermudian athletes. A spokesperson said, “Last year Gosling’s Limited collaborated with Bermuda’s first Olympic Gold Medalist, Flora Duffy, to create... Read more of this article
