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

Days of Being Wild

This is my swoonworthy riff on a Poet's Dream. I wanted to capture the nostalgic feeling of young love, longing, dislocation, and the search for human

Aprichoc

Tastes like jam and citrus alone, the chocolate brings out the character of the Gin. Best drank in tandem.

Neverland

When I think of Britain, what comes to mind? Having never been to Britain, for someone like me from the Asia, My answer is a story I stumbled upon in

A Star is Born

My Recipe is a twist on the classic Gin Sour. A light and delicate cocktail made more complex with the added ingredients. Floral, sweet and sour notes!

Lap Waste

My Chinese name is Deng Bin, and my English name is Joker Deng from Shanghai, China,the simple flipping of gmlet cocktails, in order to fully utilize the

Apiology

Herbaceous, strong honey and citrus notes. Hint of spices, almost creamy. I suggest using a raw honey syrup instead of standard processed honey as it

Spring Fling

Fruity flavour with the scent of the flowers was perfected for the picnic season. Let's share with best friends! Coupe glasses for men. Wine glasses for

The Cat's Pyjamas

Dainty , delecate, delectable much like the actress Mary picford ( the actress and classic cocktail this drink was inspired by) also boasting floral and

Bleeding Heart

Named for the deep reddish purple colour of the blackberries that gives the cocktail its pink hue, this cocktail was originally designed as a Valentine's

Garden Grove

Inspired by the flavors of spring.

Summer of '63

Stir & Strain

Vegetable energy

In the wall breaker add 30ml beetroot juice 5 fresh spinach leaves 10g lemon zest 15ml lemon juice 15ml syrup and strain the residue to make super

Omakase

It's better to have sashimi

Paanch

All most Indian cuisine

Beyond the Garden Gate

I grew up reading every book that I could get my hands on – and my imagination always put myself in the midst of the story... selling my hair alongside

Blushing Tom

In a shaker tin combine Haymans old tom gin, Cappelleti (may be substituted with Apperol of not available), strawberry syrup, passion fruit juice and lime