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Originally from a marketing background, I found my passion for spirits a few years ago. The move towards conscious drinking means that people are more focused on how, why and where their spirits are coming from. The brand story and the people behind a particular spirit adds so much to the drinking experience given the variety now available. I am also particularly passionate about brands making a difference whilst producing their product. I create ‘easy to make at home’ cocktails, write features on specific brands of spirits including all about their inspiration and the actual product. All my content also relates to myself and my life as a mom of 3 young children. I have collaborated with a number of spirit brands to cover features, reviews and competitions. I have also worked with events companies to provide social media coverage of their event. I have also created a cocktail for a brand for London Cocktail Week content. I have worked with with other brands to create content for their social media channels.
HELLO! Happy New Years to all my friends and followers here on the gram! I hope you all have a great 2023 ahead with less challenges and more happy adventures! It’s been a while since I last posted and frankly 2022 was just a year I had to dedicate my time primarily to living in the real world. I have certainly missed the chats and the laughs, sharing common passions and all the creative fun. So perhaps a little fun to intro myself to new followers and catch up with those lovely bunch that have been such a great support the last 4-5 years. Would love to know your 2 events of 2022 that were positive/challenged you/taught you something and 2 things in 2023 that you are looking to enjoy/tackle. 2022 - Emigrated to Australia ➡️ Boy oh boy did I underestimate the emotional toll it would take. Whilst very exciting, emigrating it is not for the weak hearted! Having to say goodbye to all we had built in the UK over 16 years was so tough, it’s the family and friends we miss the most. - Judging spirits and drinks with @internationaldrinksspecialists @worlddrinksawards @spiritsbusiness and @guildoffinefood Getting to meet talented people from all sides of life and the world, learning valuable insight and experiencing producers’ heart and soul in a glass. 2023 - Finding my feet by either forging my creative side here in Australia or going back to my corporate life that I did enjoy so very much. Perhaps even a mix of the two 📸🎞🍹🗂🗓🗄 - Spending precious time with family and friends whilst watching my little humans grow and learn from our new life down under ❤️🏡 What is your top 2 for both 2022 and 2023? #happy2023 #whatsnext #happynewyear2023 #challenges #adventures #lifedownunder #australia #onelifetolive #makingmemories #chaseyourdreams #keepingitreal #notimetowaste
HELLO! Happy New Years to all my friends and followers here on the gram! I hope you all have a great 2023 ahead with less challenges and more happy adventures! It’s been a while since I last posted and frankly 2022 was just a year I had to dedicate my time primarily to living in the real world. I have certainly missed the chats and the laughs, sharing common passions and all the creative fun. So perhaps a little fun to intro myself to new followers and catch up with those lovely bunch that have been such a great support the last 4-5 years. Would love to know your 2 events of 2022 that were positive/challenged you/taught you something and 2 things in 2023 that you are looking to enjoy/tackle. 2022 - Emigrated to Australia ➡️ Boy oh boy did I underestimate the emotional toll it would take. Whilst very exciting, emigrating it is not for the weak hearted! Having to say goodbye to all we had built in the UK over 16 years was so tough, it’s the family and friends we miss the most. - Judging spirits and drinks with @internationaldrinksspecialists @worlddrinksawards @spiritsbusiness and @guildoffinefood Getting to meet talented people from all sides of life and the world, learning valuable insight and experiencing producers’ heart and soul in a glass. 2023 - Finding my feet by either forging my creative side here in Australia or going back to my corporate life that I did enjoy so very much. Perhaps even a mix of the two 📸🎞🍹🗂🗓🗄 - Spending precious time with family and friends whilst watching my little humans grow and learn from our new life down under ❤️🏡 What is your top 2 for both 2022 and 2023? #happy2023 #whatsnext #happynewyear2023 #challenges #adventures #lifedownunder #australia #onelifetolive #makingmemories #chaseyourdreams #keepingitreal #notimetowaste
NEW ADVENTURE! Our family made a rather big change just over a month ago. After spending 15 great years in the UK, we have moved to Brisbane, Australia 🇦🇺 One thing we always promised ourselves is to live life to the fullest with no regrets. If the last two years are anything to go by, you just never know what is ahead or how fragile life can be. After loosing 3 members of our close family in less than two years, for me it was time to get closer to my family so we can have our village again but also to give our kids a childhood as close to the one we grew up in South Africa with. So more sun, more outdoors, more connection with wildlife and the beauty of nature…and family time. It has been hard saying goodbye to our special people in the UK and our wonderful life there (I would highly recommend it to anyone!) but time is not our friend so with no second go at this thing called life….our new adventure here in Australia has begun. Also get to meet up with my gorgeous friend @the_margarita_mum and some other Aussie IG friends @thespiritedwoman @nobull_cocktails @theaussiebartender I am looking forward to getting to know more of the great Australian spirits and drinks having had an affinity for them already from the UK. So here is to living your best life too wherever you are! 🥂 #bignews #lifechanging #gobigorgohome #lifeisforliving #noregrets #australia #lifedownunder #australianspirits #australiagram #drinkstagram #lifeistooshort #makethebestofit #brisbane #makeithappen #familyfirst
MAKE MINE A TEQUILA Goodness by putting your preconceived ideas aside, it’s amazing how your view can change and taste for that matter. The spirit that that was the ruin of the morning after, now is one of my favourites. So versatile, crafted with passion and when done well, so many divine cocktails to enjoy with it. From straight sipping over ice to the classics and twists….Happy National Tequila Day! Hope you are enjoy a delicious tequila cocktail. Salute! #tequila #nationaltequiladay #cocktailsofinstagram #drinkstagram #tequilacocktails #cocktails #cocktailgram #mixology #bartender #mixology #sundayfunday #garnishgame #drinksphotography #drinks #cocktailsathome #craftcocktails #drinkspecials #drinksofinstagram #cocktailrecipes #cocktailstogo #cocktailsandmixology
NEVER TOO LATE Missed World Rum Day, a bit of car shopping took my attention but thought I would share some of my favourite rum creations because it never has to be only for one day. SPARKLING MAI TAI 1/4 part blended Overproof Rum 1/2 part blended Aged Rum 1/2 part orange curaçao liqueur 1/2 part orgeat 3/4 part lime juice Top with champagne BETWEEN THE SHEETS 22.5ml cognac 22.5ml Aged rum 22.5ml cointreau 7.5ml lemon juice 2.5ml simple syrup TEA DAIQUIRI 50ml Rum infused with green tea 15ml lime juice 10ml simple syrup A BRIGHTER DAY 15ml Aged Rum 7.5ml coconut rum 7.5ml coffee liqueur 15ml hazelnut liqueur 110ml pineapple juice ALL OF YOU 60ml Spiced Rum 15ml chilli and cinnamon syrup 1 tsp mandarin preserve 3 cherry plums Top with a fiery ginger beer GARIBIRD 35ml Spiced Rum 25ml Campari 2.5ml simple syrup 100ml orange juice CUT SPIKED FIG 30ml Wensleydale fat washed Spiced Rum 30ml Pear Liqueur 30ml mulled pear juice (cinnamon and star anise) 20ml lemon juice 15ml fig, lemon and vanilla syrup 4 dashes of cinnamon tincture. THE MAD PINEAPPLE 35ml botanical rum 55ml tepache 15ml orange and honey syrup 15ml lemon juice 3 dashes chilli bitters 3 leaves of basil mint ALMOND COLADA 60ml High Proof Aged Rum 15ml amaretto 75ml pineapple juice 22.5ml lime juice 10ml orgeat 5 drops of fig tincture CORNISH SALTY BIRD 45ml golden rum 25ml Campari 45ml pineapple juice 15ml lime juice 10ml homemade vanilla honey syrup Pinch of salt #worldrumday #rum #rumcocktails #cocktails #cocktailsathome #mixology #craftcocktails #rumdiaries #drinkstagram #imbibe #drinksathome #tropical #foodanddrink #nibbles #artofdrinks #cocktailpairing #cocktailrecipes #cocteles #figs #cheese #cheeseboard
AMORE ITALY What is your favourite destination for holidays and cocktails? It feels like a long time ago but in fact only two weeks ago my family and I were exploring one of my favourite destinations, Italy. The scenery, the people, the food and cocktails…so much to love about this beautiful country. This time it was the Amalfi Coast and Tuscany…I can’t wait to go back again! Not my usual type of posts but believe me there were delicious cocktails in every place from the simple to the complex, the classics to the gastronomical delights. We visited Sorrento, Positano, Salerno, Florence, Pistoia, Lucca & Pisa. Great to catch up with some friends too @strongwellsltd @onthesauceagain Till we meet again, Ciao Italy ❤️🇮🇹 #italy #cocktails #drinkstagram #amalficoast #tuscany #amore #amalficoastitaly #sorrento #positano #florence #pistoia #lucca #pisa #belissimo #ciao #cocktailsofinstagram #holidaydrinks #italytravel #takemeback #italygram #foodanddrink #stunningview #breathtaking #travelphotography #travelgram #ilovetravel
RENOVATION So no cocktail content today! I promised to share photos of how we turn our extremely ugly fixer upper patio into the perfect entertaining area. With me designing and my super DIY mad hubby, we were able to transform our space into a divine area to host friends and family. All for under £5k and with no professional help. It’s safe to say though that we may be done with fixer uppers because with 3 young children in tow it’s just brutal. #houserenovation #entertainingathome #outdoorliving #outdoortransformation #entertaining #gardenparty #patiodesign #patio #makeitnew #diy #oldtonew #partytime #bbq #summerliving #summervibes #artificialgrass #builtinbbq #timeforfriends #renovationproject #outdoorspace #hangingout
WORLD GIN DAY To the spirit that started it all for me and is still one of my favourites. I am not alone of course with gin being produced all around the world and certainly a huge market here in the UK. Thanks to the lovely Emma @ginmonkeyuk we all have #worldginday to celebrate all things juniper. No matter what your preference, this versatile spirit caters for all of it. A specific gin may not be to everyone’s taste but there is a gin for every one dialling into your flavour preferences. Be it a classic, contemporary, navy, sipping or flavoured…you are certainly not without choice. Cheers to all the great distillers that work with such passion to produce the gins we love so much. There is certainly a fair amount of gin cocktails on my feed so here is a small selection, check out my feed for the recipes and more. Happy World Gin Day for tomorrow! #cocktails #craftedmixology #gincocktails #gin #gingingin #letsbegin #friyay #drinks #drinkstagram #imbibe #artofdrinks #deliciousdrinks #summervibes #whichone #cocteles #mixology #cocktailsathome #garnishes #garnishgame #glassware #atwistofcitrus #makemineagin #ginstagram #hiphiphooray #easyrecipes #cocktailsofinstagram #cocktailrecipes
(AD) This weekend, street parties, afternoon teas and garden parties have be taking place across the country to celebrate our amazing Queen! I have teamed up with Schweppes this summer and here I am using their new Slimline Elderflower Tonic which also comes in a divine 600mg glass bottle which is a perfect size to be shared with some friends. Tea in cocktails works really well and especially when paired with a quality tonic water with long-lasting bubbles. Here is my Jubilee G & Tea. Perfect for an afternoon tea or garden party with friends and family. Jubilee G & Tea 35ml gin 20ml ginger liqueur 30ml spearmint, apple and baobab tea (brewed and cooled) Top with Schweppes Slimline Elderflower Tonic Garnish with an edible flower or mint sprig To accompany your G & Tea - Red Pepper & Goats Cheese Quiche, Strawberry & Cream Cupcakes, Coconut Macaroons & Strawberry Meringues. #timeforaschweppes #friendsofschweppes #schweppessummer #letsummerbe-gin #gin #gincocktail #streetparty #afternoontea #drinks #cocktails #PleaseDrinkResponsibly and for the facts visit Drinkaware.co.uk
HELLO It’s been a while and much has happened so I thought I would say hello and do a little intro. My name is Chrissy and as the handle suggests I have quite an affection for all things citrus! 🍊🍋 Originally from South Africa, I am a mom to 3 young kids and hubby sometimes joins as the 4th 🤣 I used to work in financial marketing pre-kids but moved into the world of spirits and particularly gin first almost 5 years ago. I am now a drinks & product photographer, mixologist, business owner and spirits & drinks judge. Big thanks to @tobiasgorn for the photo captured at the #worldliqueurawards this year! Love a good cocktail, drinks products and how they are made. My motto is Life Is Too Short For A Rubbish Drink! Being a mom though, I believe in moderation too, so quality versus quantity and one should never have to sacrifice quality when drinking a non-alcoholic drink either! Very important too - always have drop dead gorgeous glassware, it’s part of the whole experience 🍸🍹🍷🥃🥂 🙋♀️So let’s have some fun - what is a super cool unknown fact about you❓ Mine - Dancing was one of my favourites as a kid so I did Tap, Ballet, Modern, Irish and Highland Dancing 💃🏼🩰 #hello #tellmeastory #drinkstagram #cocktailsofinstagram #mixology #spiritsjudging #tellmesomethingidontknow #itsme #photographer #drinksphotography #facebehindtheaccount #putafacetoaname #homebartender #keepingitreal #letshavefun #hellofrom #imbibegram #alcoholfreedrinks #drinks #artofdrinks
G & T DAY Sometimes it’s the simple things in life so here is to #ginandtonicday However you like yours ratio wise, with so many choices of gins and tonics, the possibilities are endless! 35ml gin (I used @empress1908gin ) Top with a plain premium low cal tonic water What gin are you enjoying today? #gin #tonic #gintonic #cocktails #ginandtonic #gintime #ginoclock #easyrecipes #artofdrinks #glassware #nudeglass #garnishgame #edibleflowers #gandt #ginlovers #ginsofinstagram #cocktailsofinstagram #cocktailsathome #drinkstagram #drinks #imbibe #imbibegram
TONICS & MIXERS It’s been a crazy few months between house renovations, judging and client photo shoots. Time for the gram has been somewhat of a struggle. I am certainly not the only one to be finding life a sprint at the moment. Not sure what’s happening but aside from complete madness of war 💔everyone seems to be doing an epic plate spinning session. So…..it was a little while ago but I got to spend International Women’s Day with some super special ladies judging Tonics & Mixers with @thespiritsmasters We did have some talented guys alongside us on the panel. Found any mixers that have ticked all the boxes for you? Mixers are a supporting cast but goodness me their part cannot be underestimated because with the wrong combination it can positively ruin an otherwise good drink. It was refreshing to see how much choice and innovation in taste has been happening in this space. The options to consumers certainly in the UK is vast with both independent and bigger brands. The results are out, check out the link in my stories to see how the various mixers faired. The low calorie tonics and mixers are certainly getting the balance right in terms of palatable sugar substitutes and level of quinine or flavours. It’s was great to be a part of the panel and looking forward to Gin Masters coming in June. Get your entries in now for this category as submissions are now being taken. @gin_a_ding_ding @dimpsflavourgirl @melitakiely #judging #tonics #mixers #cocktails #womenempowerment #spiritsmasters2022 #drinkstagram #gin #whisky #tequila #rum #nonalcoholic #alcoholfree #drinks #ladies #judgingpanel
CHANNELING ADA (@homebarawards Final Entry) For my second entry for this years #homebarawards 2021 which is all about Fernet, I wanted to look back…into the history of bartending icons and to celebrate women in the industry. I was lucky enough to be in the company of some amazing bar ladies end of 2019 on an epic trip to Tuscany (I know, back there again) but it was such an experience to watch them doing what they love the most. The creativity, support, determination and more which is why they were head bartenders and manager at some of the top bars in London. Looking back in history, Ada Coleman is front of mind. Based at the Savoy, she created the Hanky Panky which features Fernet. I wanted to bring the inspiration of Ada stateside with a base of bourbon but continue to pay homage to Italy where some of the key ingredients originated from and split the base with Old Tom from the UK where the Savoy is based. I tried to craft my own Amor Y Amargo cocktail to go with a label (not quite the artistry that is on theirs) that also incorporates the material pattern worn by Ada on her uniform at the Savoy. ADA’S KENTUCKY MEANDER 1 ounce bourbon (I used Michter’s) 0.5 ounce Old Tom 0.75 Barolo Chinotto Cocchi 0.5 ounce Fernet Branca 0.25 ounce Amaro CioCiaro Stir all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Spritz a chilled glass with citrus bitters (I used Hella Cocktail Citrus Bitters). Strain cocktail into the glass and garnish with an orange. To all the ladies past, present and future…I salute you! #homebarawards #bourbon #adacoleman #fortheladies #fernetbranca #fernet #cocktails #imbibe #bartender #drinkstagram #amaro #ilovebitters #amoryamargo #cocktailoftheday #homebar #historylovers #savoy #savoyhotel #drinks #mixology #bitters #mixologist #awards #glassware #barware #artofdrinks #cocktailsforyou