If I think of Randall & Aubin, I automatically think of oysters, vast seafood platters and a glass of crisp white.
Though, after my visit for their gin tasting and oyster pairing with Old Curiosity and Carounn Gin a few weeks ago, that’s started to change a little. They do a great G&T, and a rather well balanced Martini.
And as of last week, you should now definitely think gin. They’ve expanded their gin selection. A lot. They’ve taken the number on their door, 64, and determined that they should have that many gins behind the bar. Say hello to Gin Bar 64.
Of course, gin bunny that I am, I popped down to their launch do for a bit of a nosey.
And I’m rather happy with what I found.
Alongside some names you’ll know from the supermarket like Hendricks and Caorunn, there’s a good variety of flavour profiles. Tanqueray’s Rangpur (a personal love) sits on the back shelf, as does London’s Bakery Gin – here served with a slice of pink grapefruit. A definite thumb’s up from me.
And then come some more local favourites – Four Sisters signature gin, here served with their fruity botanical, blueberries. And I spotted Manchester Gin on the shelves too. Given than not all the gins had arrived quite as yet, I’m expecting this list to grow over the next few weeks.
Anyone else suddenly thirsty?
