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

You know

the cocktail balances between sour and dry herbal flavors with a slight sweetness. It is a very refreshing proposition that is perfect for warm summer

Pure love

My first sip of Hayman's Old Tom Gim was in drizzle spring day. The aromas revealed in a smooth and fresh taste and left a lasting charm，like a lady

Hayman's Eden

I have always loved using Balsamic Vinegar in cocktails and i wanted to do a twist of the classic Strawberry and Balsamic, and I find both Raspberry and

Old Churchill

Any dry cider will be a good cider, however I heavily suggest a vintage cider, like The Winston 2020 bottling which brings out the subtle citrus notes

Elevation

I am in love with the aviation cocktail and kiwis and lavender is such a lovely flavour combo for this summer. Shrubs are an extremely fun and sustainable

Grandpa's Tonic

This recipe was heavily inspired by my grandpa. Back home we would go to sunflower fields that had just been harvested. We would then find any sunflowers

Twist & Shout

Almond, Cherry, Apricot

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

Iwakura's Accomplishment

Inspired by the 1st diplomatic mission by Japan that came to Europe in 1872, The Iwakura mission. The cockrail takes ingredients from countries visited

O'Hare's Requiem

Light, bright, herbaceous and citrusy. The mint bouquet adds a subtle refreshing scent as you begin to sip the cocktail before you indulge in the beautiful

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,

Mataaho's Libation

The expression of the orange peel can help tie all the components of the cocktail together, complimenting each one. Although if you wanted a tiny bit of

Sailor's Delight

I was recently studying the history of the Gimlet and how it was created to help sailors fight off scurvy by making lime juice palatable by the addition

Hayman's by the Sea

This cocktail hits first with its aromatics from the sesame oil, smoky and savory. One sip and you encounter a light foam, almost like waves by the sea

Hayman's sour

Smoothy texture with sour little sweet and hint of kaffir for refreshment

Sunshine in bottle

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