2023 entries

Entries to 2023 Hayman's Old Tom, New Cocktail Competition

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Illusion 幻梦

丰富的层次感如梦幻般美妙

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1901

lovely botanical notes in the gin are given contrast by the chocolate and sherry, all lengthened by the tonic water and the absinthe reinforces the licorice

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The F-Reunion

For this creation I focused on its ease of reproduction at home. When something is good, balanced and easy to make, you want to try it and share it with

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Down By The Bay

Created by Scott Swain in 2023 for the Hayman's Old Tom New Cocktail Competition. The cocktail is named after the famous children's song of

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Green Tom

I wanted to marry a flower with Hayman's Old Tom gin. Living in Nice, I sometimes walk around the flower market on Cours Saleya (one of the main streets

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Sunspot

When it came to the idea of a modern classic, what defines a classic in my head is accessible ingredients, a simple spec, standout flavours and something

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Jackfruit Tom Yum

Introducing a truly unique creation that harnesses the vibrant and exotic flavours of South East Asia. Drawing on the delightful familiarity of jackfruit

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Cha Cha

Came up with the idea while planning a new cocktail menu to our bar.

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Who Is She?

Serve colder if you wish! A collins glass prepared in a freezer is even more wonderful. I like to try to notice the thyme in the drink - it adds a unique

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Lone Pine Mall

Whip shake is imperative to give a silky texture and impressive foam on top.

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Street Dandy

In this drink made for Hayman's Old Tom Gin cocktail competition I was inspired by old cocktail recipes such as Dry Martini and Tuxedo . Gradually

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Archangel Spritz

The Archangel is a modern classic containing muddled cucumber, gin & Aperol served up in a coup. I was inspired to make a refreshing springtime spritz

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Slick Rick

If you can't find Batavia Arrack, any funky white rum that's at least 100 proof will work.

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When The Party's Over

The tasting profile is a balanced, almost spring-like taste. Gin and citrus forward with slight essence of chamomile.

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神奇之地

灵感来于饮茶与闻香 是神秘东方-中国 自古以来的一种文化符号 更是一种生活的意境 The inspiration comes from drinking tea

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The Macao Cocktail

Herbal from Old Tom gin and Absinthe, well pairing with the aroma of coffee and chocolate. Ending with spice, nuts and bitter aftertaste. The Macao cocktail.

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