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

Three Wisemen

Negroni alternative

Hazelnut Rush

This is my first herbal cocktail. When I began to become an independent bartender, I thought I should try to create more cocktails with my own flavour,

Wandermeadow

Inspired by the mint yogurt sauce which commonly found in India cuisine, would like to create a grassy flavor that reminds us of sunny afternoon in meadow.

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

Sound & Color

The origin of this cocktail came from a hot spring afternoon where the only thing I really wanted was a brazillian lemonade. When I got to work that evening

Le Chiffre

While working on for recipes for the spring menu at Atchafalaya in New Orleans, I was inspired to make a Vesper riff with classic New Orleans style improvements.

雨后清茶

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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

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 under

Aiyu

Sweet, bubbly, and refreshing pear.

India to London

Aromatic of kaffir leaves lil bit sour ,spicy ,dry ,and refreshing finished .

Strawberry Fields of Fire

With strawberry liqueur or syrup being a much maligned ingredient for cocktails, at least in my part of the world, it was difficult to secure the product.

Mama's Masterpiece

How to make Oatmeal porridge-Pour some water into the pot, put the oatmeal, bring to the boil and cook with low heat until the cereal is cooked and thick.

Microdose

Our restaurant, Selden Standard, always tries to showcase Michigan's local produce and I wanted to make an acidic cocktail that celebrated Michigan green

The Marcel

The playfulness between the Old Tom & the Aquavit truly bring out the tropical yet bitter notes from the Passion Fruit.

Velvetine Nights

Tasting notes: The juniper and licorice of Hayman's pairs effortlessly with the rhubarb liqueuer, before sour red wine vinegar come to the fore front,