Category Archives: Spirits
Oct
We reflect on the captivating journey of absinthe, known as the Green Fairy, from its ancient roots as a medicinal tonic to its rise as the emblem of artistic inspiration in 19th-century France. Despite facing stigma and bans due to fears of addiction, absinthe has made a triumphant return, celebrated for its craft and ritual.
Sep
Vodka originated in Eastern Europe as a rustic spirit distilled from rye and wheat, known as wódka. By the 16th century, Poland became a powerhouse, with vodka integral to its culture. Later, potatoes were used in vodka production, creating a popular myth. Burnatowska Vodka reflects this heritage, celebrating Polish identity and friendship.
May
Discover the refined world of craft tonic cordials with Black Horse Tonic Cordial—a small-batch, premium-quality concentrate designed to elevate your gin experience. Handcrafted with care, this rich, aromatic Indian tonic concentrate blends crisp citrus notes with a gentle quinine bite, perfectly complementing Black Horse Distillery’s award-winning gins. What Is Craft Tonic Cordial? Craft tonic cordial […]
May
We are so excited about the launch of our new Rum at Black Horse Distillery. Marius and Chanté have been working around the clock to refine and produce the first spiced Rum to come out of the stills at Black Horse. This single barrel rum is aged in Bourbon barrels lending it a soft bourbon […]
Oct
We recently added our lovely new Gin & Vodka tasting room at Black Horse. Located in the Secret Garden, guests can find us by following the Tasting Room signs. Beware of Gucci the Distillers guard dog protecting the entrance to the Cardinal Bar. The bar counter is the original bar top from the Black […]
Feb
For Valentine’s day, 2109, we have created a very small batch of limited Mangosteen Gin, it is also our first “pink” gin ever. Using the most exquisite high-quality barley spirits, the finest Balkin Juniper and Mangosteen Peel extract this lavish Pink Gin carries the name “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious”. There are only 16 bottles available of this very […]
Jan
After making the words most unique gin – Morality Amber Gin – we combined it with our tonic water and a dash of Elderflower. The taste was amazing and we decided to share a pre-made gin favourite that is actually drinkable by gin and non-ginn lovers alike. Moral of the Story was born and Black […]
Nov
The gin crisis was severe. From 1689 onward the English government encouraged the industry of distilling, as it helped prop up grain prices which were then low, and increase trade, particularly with England’s colonial possessions. In the heyday of the industry, there was no quality control whatsoever (gin was frequently mixed with turpentine), and licences […]