Cocktails &
Serving Suggestions
The Blackeye & Tonic
More fondly referred to by Mike as “G&Tins”, it mirrors the characteristics of rugby and its players – robust, dependable and a guaranteed hit.
Ingredients
50ml Blackeye Gin
Light Tonic Water to top
Orange to garnish
Serve
Build in a goblet glass full of cubed ice and garnish with a whole orange wheel.
THE BLACKEYE DRY MARTINI
Informally regarded as “The Haskell”, this martini certainly packs a punch, with lashings of delicious Blackeye Gin and a hint of dry vermouth. It’s no wonder that this is James’ favourite.
Ingredients
60ml Blackeye Gin
10ml Dry Vermouth
4 Dashes of Orange Bitters
Orange to garnish
Serve
Stir all ingredients, strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with an orange twist.
The Blackeye Lemon Drop
With the more playful name, “Payne Killer” is Alex’s drink of choice, bringing respite and relief no matter the storm.
Ingredients
50ml Blackeye Gin
25ml Triple Sec
25ml Lemon Juice
1 Tbsp Caster Sugar
Zest of ¼ of a Lemon
Serve
Shake all ingredients with ice, then strain into a chilled coupe rimmed with a mixture of sugar and lemon zest.
Blackeye Gin Serving Suggestions
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Classic G&T
Pour over ice with a light tonic and a full orange wheel garnish — the citrus notes in the gin are designed to play off it.
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Martini
Blackeye's dryness and juniper backbone hold their own in a classic dry martini.
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Negroni
The pine and spice notes stand up well to bitter, boozy cocktails.
Blackeye English Whisky Serving Suggestions
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Neat
Pour into a whisky glass and give it a little time to open up. The ten-year maturation brings plenty of depth to enjoy on its own.
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Over Ice
A large cube of ice gently softens the whisky while allowing the dried fruit, honey and oak character to come through.
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Whisky Highball
Serve over plenty of ice with chilled soda water for a longer, lighter serve that lets the whisky remain the star.
Blackeye Tequila Blanco Serving Suggestions
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Neat
Serve at room temperature or lightly chilled to enjoy the fresh agave, citrus and subtle pepper notes at their best.
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Margarita
Shake with fresh lime juice and orange liqueur, then serve over ice or straight up. A classic serve that complements the tequila’s bright citrus character.
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Paloma
Pour over ice with grapefruit soda and a squeeze of fresh lime for a crisp, refreshing long drink.