Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
Jun 14, 20213 min read
World Martini Day - how to order a martini like a movie star
Martinis and glamorous movies are almost synonymous. So here how to order a martini like a film star and get your own glamour on!
Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
Jun 7, 20213 min read
Where does gin come from - and what’s so special about Aussie gin?
Gin hasn’t been gin for all that long. Here’s where it came from, how it was made and why Australian gin is the best in the world.
Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
May 31, 20212 min read
How to make all-Aussie gin and lemon custard tarts
When we think of gin, we think of martinis, gimlets or G&Ts. But what about using gin in food? This Aussie gin & lemon custard tart recipe!
Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
May 24, 20212 min read
Taste Test - Balcombe’s Mabel Dry Gin
Full of the flavours of this unique piece of Aussie coastline, Balmcombe Distillery’s Mabel Dry Gin has a wonderful sea-faring vibe.
Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
May 17, 20213 min read
Why add water to whisky?
Ask any whisky aficionado and they’ll agree that adding a few drops to your dram is a good idea…
Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
May 10, 20212 min read
World Whisky Day 2021 - which whisky and why
Whether its whisky, whiskey, scotch, bourbon or rye, we’re into it. And Saturday 15th May this year, we can’t wait to get amongst it.
Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
May 3, 20212 min read
Distilling the Angels’ Share - who are these angels and why are we giving them our whisky?
Distillers call the spirit they lose from the barrel during the ageing process the 'Angels' Share'. Here's how it happens and how much goes.
Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
Apr 26, 20212 min read
Taste Test - 23rd Street Distillery’s Signature Rum
In our Taste Test series this time, we’re talking a wonderful gold rum from 23rd Street Distillery in Renmark, South Australia.
Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
Apr 19, 20212 min read
What is navy strength gin and what do you do with it?
Navy strength gin isn't just a high-alcohol oddity. Out of the deep seas of naval history, it does more than just make your G&T stronger.
Jimmy & Christina Butcher - Mr & Mrs Romance
Apr 12, 20213 min read
Quick guide to the history of Australian distilling
From the moment they land at Sydney Cove, the First Fleet start bootlegging spirits. The Australian distilling industry is born.
