2023 entries

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

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Under a cherry blossom tree

The combination of subtle notes of Herman's Old Tom Gin with aromas of lychee and black currant complemented with jasmine green tea takes us right

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Tiamaat

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A Kind Red

The idea behind this drink is a simple twist on classic based on the IBA cocktail Bramble; the soft taste of Old Tom in contrast with the sour coming from

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Chaliao

Chaliao, the Chinese word for "Tea House," this drink encapsulates the strong oolong flavors bringing together the Hayman's Old Tom Gin

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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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Golden Hour

Spiced, Refreshing

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Acacia

Whether to choose rose salt edge If you like the feeling of salt, you can dip the mouth of the cup all rose salt

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Richelieue

My inspiration to create my cocktail came from one of the classic gin cocktails Martinez.The try story of Martinez cocktail is unclear.One of the stories

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Sunset west

Fresh citrus and berry flavors old tom gin Embodies the elegant balance Slightly sweet taste and alcohol feel suitable after a meal

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Montmartre

I created this cocktail in 2015, shortly after opening The Alley Light. I was riffing on the Bijou cocktail, and was looking for a way to make it lighter,

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Mikez

As the classic Old Tom drink the Martinez is arguably the precursor to the Martini/Dry Martini, I wanted to go the opposite way, and go for something a

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Entstation.Eden

Light and refreshing, taste of the herbals, because of the Chartreuse and the complexity of the Old Tom Gin.

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The Barb

The lemon expression is essential to the presentation and overall taste of this cocktail. The olfactory senses being engaged in this cocktail set it apart

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Down on One Knee

The drink is velvety and balanced. Not too tart, not too sweet, lovely and herbal with a little pine character shining through from the Old Tom.

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Midnight garden

So I started drinking hot toddy's before I knew anything about bartending. My favourite memory of them was when I turned 21 on Christmas my mum decided

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Short but Sweet

Sweet and floral notes with a thick creamy texture adding an interesting mouthfeel to this "short but sweet" cocktail

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