Thursday, December 29, 2011
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Top 5 Christmas Gift Ideas for Men
The clock is ticking, and the countdown continues, with 47 days til Christmas, it's time to start thinking about the perfect gift for the special man (or men!) in your life. Here is I Need Pampering top picks at the best Christmas gift experiences we think he'll love:
1. Platinum Paintball Experience
We all know a man's perfect day would be spent dressed up in head to toe camo paint and utility clothing, re-enacting their favourite action movie with a bunch of their friends - a paintball experience is the ideal way for him to channel his inner soldier and have a bit of fun at the same time! This package is for 8 people, including free equipment hire, free access to Ministry of Paintballing around the UK with multiple mission scenarios and a free lunch to keep them full of energy.
2. Whiskey Tasting Evening
Maybe apt for the older generation gentleman, this experience focuses mainly on the Scottish whiskey producers, by the end of the night you'll be able to tell your Glenmorangie from your Glen Fiddich. Offering a touch of music, storytelling and discussion to enhance this experience - it is a chance for your man to indulge and enjoy in style and sophistication.
3. Ferrari Thrill Driving Day
For those adrenaline junkies and car enthusiasts, why not treat them to a driving day! They'll get a chance to get behind the wheel of the most expensive cars in the world. A supercharged day that will include lap sessions in a Ferrari 360; they'll be able to handle the car for themselves and experiencing the incredibly power engine. They'll even get a presentation certificate to mark this special driving day and remember it forever!
4. Falconry Experience
Perfect for animal lovers, this day includes the handling of bird of prey, owls and Hawks. An incredible experience which lets you get up close to these amazing birds with one-to-one tuition in handling the birds and making equipment. Tea/Coffee is offered upon and arrival and lunch is also included.
5. Guy's Spa Day Out
Not that they'll ever admit it, but every man loves a bit of R&R and time out from hectic day to day life. A day of complete revitalisation, he'll come out like a new man! He'll be treated to a full body and scalp massage and a mandate facial, as well as full use of all spa facilities, so he can while away the day simply relaxing.
Whatever you decide to buy for the man in your life, remember, the most special gifts are unforgettable experiences.
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Friday, December 16, 2011
Should I add baptize to whisky?
Sunday, December 11, 2011
The Best Irish Whiskeys to Warm Up Your Winter
Here are the 5 best Irish whiskeys for you to enjoy this winter and you don't need to be from Ireland to enjoy them. Irish Whiskey has always been less well know than the Scotch Version, ironic when one considers that Whiskey originated in Ireland. The name itself, being derived from the Irish (Fuisce or Uisce Bheatha) for "Water of Life," a phrase that very much exemplifies that Irish irreverence is not a new trait. Irish Whiskey makers rejected the large batch distillery method, when it came out, they felt that quality was being sacrificed for volume. Times have changed and Irish Whiskey is the fastest growing Spirits product in the United States and no longer confined to the homes or bars with Irish flags. The key distinction between Irish and other whiskies is that it's usually triple distilled, features malted and unmalted grains. There are a number of Irish whiskeys that are single malt, as the distilleries are now responding to what the international market knows. From our standpoint the 5 Best Irish Whiskies are:
Green Spot Whiskey
Greenspot Whiskey was made originally for the Mitchell family in Dublin in the 1800's. This independently produced whiskey, still has that exclusive edge. Only 1200 bottles a year are produced and the world-renowned Whiskey enthusiast John Murray, has described it as "unquestionably one of the world's great whiskies". He gave it a rating of 91%, one of the highest ratings he has ever given. This is a pot Still Whiskey and very true to the roots of Irish Whiskey. Indeed, it is still primarily sold by the Mitchell family in Dublin.
Connemara Whiskey
The only cask strength whiskey in Ireland, this whiskey is not altered once it comes out of the cask, so strength varies from batch to batch. It is not blended, filtered, coloured or changed in any way. The mission behind this Irish whiskey is to make one that is reflects the way that a Whiskey would have been made 300 years ago.
William Napier 40-year-old Pure Pot Still
Produced in the 1940's in the famous old Tullamore distillery, this was one of the last batch whiskey, produced there. It has age 44 years in casks, an exceptionally long time. This surprisingly is a Rich, spicy Whiskey. At €500 a bottle, it is one to be savoured for special occasions.
Greenore
Ireland's most famous Single grain Malt Whiskey, this 18-year-old single grain Whiskey is made by the independent Cooley Distiller in Louth. This zesty whiskey is limited to 4000 bottles per annum and. It is one of the few Whiskeys in the world that is made from a single grain, most Whiskeys being made from a blend of different grains and batches, in order to change the flavour
Knappogue Whiskey
Another Whiskey from the now defunct Tullamore Distillery, this whiskey is casked in bourbon barrels, giving it a round and mellow flavor. It is not coloured or altered and has a distinct light colouring. Knappogue Castle has consistently won awards at world Spirits competitions and has been named as one of the "Top Ten Must Taste Irish Whiskeys" by the exclusive Forbes magazine.
Friday, December 9, 2011
Whisky Tasting 12: Macallan 18 Yr Fine Oak Fr Speyside, Scot
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