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

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

Budding Fancy

Inspired by a love of saffron and Indian cuisine this cocktail is savory, refreshing and well balanced. It's perfect on a hot summer's day and compliments

October Rust

If the drink is made properly, it should be visually the color of rust & illicit a warm, cozy feeling, bringing the drinker back to October, no matter

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

English Breakfast

Citrusy, bright, floral, and just a little sweet, this cocktail is best enjoyed in between bites of the edible garnish. If the olive oil is not fully emulsified,

The F-Reunion

For this creation I focused on its ease of reproduction at home. When something is good, balanced and easy to make, you want to try it and share it with

Green Tom

I wanted to marry a flower with Hayman's Old Tom gin. Living in Nice, I sometimes walk around the flower market on Cours Saleya (one of the main streets

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

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

Break the Spine

Best for before dinner

Goddess of the Luo River

The berry notes of rose mixed with dates draw you into the cocktail, then the dates blend seamlessly with the herbal notes of old Tom gin, and the floral

Hayman's Tesseract

it is a cocktail for people who seeks unique flavors and wishes to experience a progressive drinking experience as the cocktail dilutes. And profile wise,

Botany Bay

When coming up with this cocktail for the Hayman Old Tom Gin competition, I was inspired while reading the rules when it said it can be blended. Frozen

Lavender Haze

Put all ingredients into shaker with ice, hard shake for 10 - 15 seconds Using strainer pour drink into glass, top with Soda, garnish and serve

Chelsea's cat

Complex,unique and balanced taste, with a botanical flavor from the Hayman's Old Tom gin, herbal and floral notes from the Chartreuse, sweetness and earthiness

The Founders Repository

The cocktail is definitely dry, with a distinct herbal note and cherry accent. A drink with a high alcohol content, so it is important to dilute it properly