Journal
The Manhattan Cocktail has been banging around since 1874 (as research has me believe). For a long time, we used to spruik with our knowledge that the cocktail was invented at the Manhattan Club by the mum of Winston Churchill....
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Well, we're back at it again: Henri's Barrel Aged Gin, the sequel to our Kentucky Bourbon Cask. It's our Merlot Cask from Bordeaux, which came with its own complexities, because we're always able to work out the gin: what to...
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Unexpected Guest Distillery in Marrickville has been named a 2026 finalist for Gin Bar of the Year at the Bartender Australian Bar Awards. Jane reflects on what the nomination means for our small Inner West gin bar, our team, our guests, and the experiences we are continuing to build.
Last year our Christmas Gin really broke out across Australia in a way our limited editions hadn’t done before. It seemed our gin had become a staple of some family Christmases, while others were just discovering a new favourite. So...
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Henri doesn’t like to rush. He doesn’t like to shout. He just likes to quietly get on with things in his own way. And this time, it turns out his way has taken him all the way to the top....
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