When Rum and Bitters Find Perfect Harmony

Some cocktails are remembered not for their complexity, but for the way they make you feel. The Rum Old Fashioned is one of them. Rooted in simplicity yet rich in character, it is a gentle reminder that the most memorable cocktails are created when every ingredient has the opportunity to reveal itself. Here, premium aged rum and…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 22, 20260Comments

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TECÁN TEQUILA LAUNCHES AMSTERDAM-BORN PALOMA WEEK IN CAPE TOWN

From 16 - 23 May 2026, Tecán Tequila brings the first-ever Paloma Week in Cape Town. Returning for the fourth time globally, this yearly celebration of the Paloma has evolved into an international lifestyle moment not to be missed. From its origins in a local bar in Amsterdam, to its newest home in Cape Town,…

BySpice4Life NewsMay 19, 20260Comments

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Negroni Week 2025: When Heritage Meets Harmony

Two centuries of craft meet one century of cocktail perfection This Negroni Week, cocktail enthusiasts worldwide raise their glasses to an extraordinary convergence: Italy's most beloved aperitivo celebrating its 106th anniversary alongside ANGOSTURA® bitters' remarkable 201-year milestone. Together, they represent the very essence of cocktail artistry – where time-honoured tradition meets uncompromising quality. A Tale of…

BySpice4Life NewsSeptember 4, 20250Comments

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Wellness in Every Dash: Mindful Mixes with ANGOSTURA®

It started as a medicinal elixir, was embraced by the Old Fashioned at the advent of cocktail history, and has been a mainstay of cocktail culture for two hundred years... now ANGOSTURA® aromatic bitters has come full circle and is the ideal ingredient to enhance the newest cocktail trend of all, functional mixology. If you haven't…

BySpice4Life NewsApril 16, 20250Comments

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Coffee & Cocktails: The Perfect Pick-Me-Up

Coffee is more than just a morning ritual in South Africa— it's a way of life. With 21.7 million South Africans starting their day with a cup of coffee, it's no surprise that coffee culture is thriving. While instant coffee remains the most popular, there's a growing love for premium brews, especially among high-income households. Evolving…

BySpice4Life NewsMarch 12, 20250Comments

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Old Fashioned, New Flavors: Crafting the Cocktail of the Future

This October, Old Fashioned Week is the perfect time to raise a glass to the cocktail that’s earned its place at the top, blending timeless tradition with a fresh, modern edge. Dubbed the “old timer” of the cocktail world, the Old Fashioned predates even the term ‘cocktail,’ which was first written…

BySpice4Life NewsOctober 17, 20240Comments

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Exploring gin’s roots and recipes this World Gin Day

It's undeniable that gin has certainly had its time in the limelight over the last few years, with bottle store shelves packed full of different flavours and variations. However, gin hasn't always enjoyed its current trendy status. Initially, this Dutch spirit , then called jenever from the Dutch word for juniper, was crafted for…

BySpice4Life NewsJune 6, 20240Comments

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Flavour Fusion: Exploring the Art of Mixology and Culinary Creativity

Expand your palette (and palate) with House of Angostura’s trio of bitters, for every cocktail occasion and in the kitchen too. For over a century, ANGOSTURA® aromatic bitters came in one distinctive format – so indispensable to the cocktail world that its unique oversized label is instantly recognisable on every bartender’s shelf. So why did…

BySpice4Life NewsApril 9, 20240Comments

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Raise the Bar: The Cocktail Glassware Guide

Hosting a cocktail party, whether it's your first or hundredth, can be stressful – you want every detail to be just right, from the food down to the napkins. Selecting the right glassware is essential, not only for presentation, but for elevating your guests' overall drinking experience. So, here's a simple guide to choosing the…

BySpice4Life NewsNovember 6, 20230Comments

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Flavoured gins are all the rage, here’s why

It seems flavoured gins in array of colours are gaining popularity with influencers by the dozen posting their favourite cocktails in what seems like every colour of the rainbow and making for a truly exciting and interactive social media experience. Whitley Neill South Africa who produces seven incredible flavoured gins did some digging, and this…

BySpice4Life NewsJuly 28, 20230Comments

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When Rum and Bitters Find Perfect Harmony

TECÁN TEQUILA LAUNCHES AMSTERDAM-BORN PALOMA WEEK IN CAPE TOWN

Negroni Week 2025: When Heritage Meets Harmony

Wellness in Every Dash: Mindful Mixes with ANGOSTURA®

Coffee & Cocktails: The Perfect Pick-Me-Up

Old Fashioned, New Flavors: Crafting the Cocktail of the Future

Exploring gin’s roots and recipes this World Gin Day

Flavour Fusion: Exploring the Art of Mixology and Culinary Creativity

Raise the Bar: The Cocktail Glassware Guide

Flavoured gins are all the rage, here’s why

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