2023 entries

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

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Duality

This cocktail is a contemporary take on the Martinez cocktail. Using a balance of sweet and bitter, the saline brings out the best of both for a harmonious

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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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Lovebug

Floral on the palate with a zesty finish

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Swing Easy

The source of this glass of wine is actually one of my creations when a swing dancer came to the bar for a drink. I asked her that she didn't drink

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Swing Dancing with Socrates

Swing dancing with Socrates. I met a girl-who we will call Sasha-at a local dance class. Sasha and I got along splendidly. one day while enjoying a post-dance

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Sunshine in bottle

Manhattan

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Dance Fever

Hayman's Old Tom gin is a timeless classic with a rich history, and has a unique flavor profile that sets it apart from other gins on the market.

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Sunrise Symphony

I wanted to create a cocktail that evoked the summer season and brought out the citrus notes in Hayman's Old Tom Gin.

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An Increasingly Close Relationship

I wanted to combine the historic elements of British Gin with the complex modern flavours often found in Japan, utilising a yuzu-flavoured sake. Balancing

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Tom's Fabrication

I love a good twist on Tom Collins and the origin story of this cocktail is by far the funniest one in my opinion. I've decided to celebrate our great

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Lavender Haze

floral, with a sweet finish

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Yuzu Anonymous

Sanontou sugar is preferred when making the simple syrup.

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Hit the Hay

This recipe was inspired by the sweetness of Hayman's old Tom gin, leading me to create a nightcap style cocktail by upping the sweetness even more

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Life Trip

Hayman's Old Tom Gin, the most iconic modern representation of Old Tom gin, boasts a 150-year family history. It has undoubtedly gone through many

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Golden Ticket

Shy botanical notes with the lingering flavors of prunes, herbal and funky flavors

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Mr.Bitter Melon

frensh bitter citrus juniper

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