DRINK Magazine Republic of Ireland Issue No.4 by Drinkworldwide

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First and foremost I have to go and get a drink of some description or other before I can write this note…. Now I have some cheap Shiraz to my left (the name of which will remain undisclosed) I can proceed to stain my teeth in an undesirable, verging on grotesque manner and begin my ranting and raving about nothing much in particular. The two of which seem to go together like the dry horrors and dreams of water taps. Now my thirst is quenched I’d like to say that everyone needs a signature drink. I’m not saying anything fancy-pancy like a professionally designed cocktail. But when you approach the bar and you can’t think of what the hell you want, you just state your signature. Or when you’ve been on a bar safari for the night, but you know you want liquor, there’s your signature. No umming and ahhing on what suits the moment or what’s cool. You’ve got your signature to reassure you of that sweet taste of home. And to those idiots that don’t know how to order a drink…sort it out! It’s painful listening to numerous, drawn out orders of “I’ll have a lime, um, and a, ahhh, vodka, and um …a lemon, that’s it… oh yea and a soda. Is that a drink?” All they need is a signature and going out wouldn’t be so painful on themselves, the bartender and everyone waiting behind. Alcohol for thought, until next time… Bottoms up! The DRINK Team

contents 04 INTRO

a word from the source Know your drink, love your drink, drink your drink and have a drink.

10 SHAKEN & STIRRED Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s just more irrelevant info to help you get a leg over.

16 spirit explained

Vermouth. Slip inside the succulent aromas of this herbalicious fortified wine.

05 NEWS/REVIEWS

Keeping you in the know

14 BARS IN BRIEF

A pinch of pubs, a dash of bars topped off with a shaking of clubs.

23 WWYLN?

Haven’t I seen you somewhere before?

4 Publisher Mark Buckley

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Asst Editor Kevin Condon

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Advertising Darren Kelly

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PR Sarah Bohan

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Design Lynch Design

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Photographers Mark Buckley

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Contributors Rebecca Evans, Paul Vreize, Mark Buckley, Andrea Buckley, Mark Lynch, Slim Denby, Jonathon Ferris Special Thanks to Neville Weir, Lauren Dowling, Conor Stapleton, Karena Cameron, Carlisle Rogers, Sarah Fisher, Kirsty Rice, Doug Zinkel, Liz, Obrien, Laura Smelter, Nikki Castles, Shane Bridges, Tracey Nelson, Johnnie K, Cindy & Jordan to all the bartenders who drank with us.

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News Giving you the facts and nothing but the facts

Want to Learn about Whiskey ? Why not try the upcoming Bushmills Tasting class . Michael Foggarty will be sharing his knowledge and passion of whiskey in early August. Contact him at cocktailireland@hotmail.com

UBC MIX 2 Cocktail Competition With MIX 1 now complete, MIX 2 will be held on the 6th of August @ the Morrison Hotel, with any budding bartenders are encouraged to get in early with limited spots available! For more information contact Mark here at Drink, on mark@ drinkonline.eu or 085 77 77620

Chill out this Summer with Coole Cocktails from Coole Swan Calling all cocktail connoisseurs, The Coole Quay Liqueur Company are giving bar staff the chance to create their own signature “Coole Cocktail” and the opportunity to win some great prizes including an all expenses paid trip to New York, Corporate Hospitality Package for two for Republic of Ireland- VGermany in Croke Park, Concerts tickets, Pampering packages and much more… Entries must be in by the 30th of July 2007 and terms and conditions apply, for more information please contact info@cooleswan.com

ALL ABOUT IRELAND This highly illustrated book by an experienced drinks journalist is the only book to catalogue numerous well-known and smaller Irish beers and ciders, as well as some of the increasingly popular new brews from continental Europe, Asia and beyond. Well worth a read!

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Bartender Interview>

BARTENDER QUESTIONS > Name: Age:

Michael Foggarty 26

Bar tendered: Bar tendered Jasmine Bar @ Brooks Hotel Favourite drinking story: and cookies.

A shot of whiskey with my bedtime milk

Dream bar: Mint Julep or Bottles of Staropramen 1) What’s your favorite drinking story ? I love sitting around with other whiskey lovers enjoying top quality merchandise. 2) Any customer bad behavior that you’d like to share? Ye walk into a bar and say do you know how i am ? it hasnt worked yet ! 3) What’s the best thing about your job? Being allowed to try €40 a shot whiskey for free - class ! 4) How easy is it really to pick up as a bar tender? It’s always easy on ladies night ! 5) Do you consider yourself a Tom Cruise or a Brian Brown, and why? Brian, I know that I don’t need to show off to get noticed

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MILLERS >

Zywiec Beer > I wouldn’t have a clue how to pronounce this one. Maybe stretch the ‘w’, clip the ‘c’ and just mumble the beginning. Alternately, just ask for the beer with the happy dancing people on the front. For a country with such a dire history, Poland certainly produces the goods when it comes to alcohol. Zywiec (since 1856) is delicious, if you like a rich, honey-flavoured beer. And what’s even better is it comes in a 500ml bottle.

BELLE-VUE KRIEK > This cheeky Belgian chap holds a great surprise. It’s smooth and cloudy and will cheerfully remind you of its dry sweet cherry aftertaste. Kriek coins the phrase ‘dessert beer’ as it could easily be drunk over a chocolate pudding.

Millers is very smooth and no doubt most who try it will love it. It’s a good crisp gin, but with enough viscosity to keep it soft. The herbs are present but not over the top, and so I can with no reservations give this gin a high rating.

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Drink Top10 Signs it’s Time to Leave the Party

The kitchen’s the best spot at the party House parties. Aren’t they brilliant? Personally I’m a huge fan of a good house party, and over the years I have observed certain behaviours I continually repeat. The one thing I do at every house party without fail is spend all night in the kitchen. Regardless of the house or the layout, the kitchen’s always the best place to be. First and foremost, if you’re in the kitchen you have easy access to maintaining a full glass at all times. You get the first refill and often the bottle will be empty before it even gets to the lounge. Lounge people have no idea how much alcohol they miss out on. Nor do they seem to realise kitchen people get first dibs on the best stuff, plus all the other stuff that tends to get dealt with in the kitchen.

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The kitchen has the advantage of the counter lean. Standing all night is hard work on your legs and sitting can lead to problematic situations. If someone you don’t like comes and sits next to you, or the conversation runs dry, getting away when sitting can prove to be very difficult. There’s always that person that gets too drunk and then talks at you incessantly. If you’re seated they have you pinned. However if you’re leaning against the counter you have Our favourite self-confessed booze-hag

Misa, puts down the cask wine long enough to give us an insight into why: ease of movement and normally about 180 degrees with which to find an alternative conversation or distraction. Given the flow of traffic through the kitchen the chances of getting bored are slim. Conversation is varied and the opportunities to meet new people are much greater. People come to you; you don’t have to go to them. It’s the coolest people that are drawn to the kitchen. Another advantage of the counter lean provided by kitchen habitation is it’s there to support you when you get tired or a little too inebriated. Sitting on the couch can often lead to the embarrassing event of accidentally falling asleep. Being left to free stand can result in messy falls. The counter lean doesn’t allow such humiliating events to occur. You can ash your cigarette down the sink, have a glass of water discretely if you feel the need, but most importantly maintain dignity as the counter lessens the swaying and falling. Spillage is never an issue in the kitchen either. There is no carpet to stain and if glass gets broken it is easy to sweep up. What more can I say, the kitchen at a house party has so many advantages to it. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.

Parties are not just about having fun. There’s certain criteria and etiquette involved to ensure maximum fun while maintaining respect to the host. DRINK has compiled a list to ensure you don’t overstay your welcome.

01.The police have put “Do Not Cross” tape all around the house. 02.You’ve drunk all the dregs (including ciggie butts) from the bottom of all the bottles. 03.You’re talking to yourself in tongues. 04.You find yourself chatting up the Labrador and being rejected. 05.It’s time to clean up. 06.The party next door is better. 07.You hear the punch you’ve been drinking is non-alcoholic. 08.You spilt red wine down the host’s white top. 09.You’re due at work in 10 minutes. 10.Everybody else has.

Traveller>

Odd Bar

30-32 Thomas Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester T. 0044 (0)161 833 0070

Every traveller relishes the opportunity to drink in weird and wonderful places, depending where their feet lead them. In Manchester’s Northern Quarter you can experience stumbling across an ideal bar without being in an exotic location. Odd Bar’s Asian and Northern African influences create the perfect setting to chill out, enjoy a decent drink selection and global food offerings. Since 2005, Odd has established itself as a meeting place for arty drinkers, providing a watering hole with plenty to inspire. The exterior belies the space within and only hints at the eclectic array of collectables stuffed into the venue. Featuring a collection of souvenirs from every nook and cranny of the world and furnished with Moroccan, Indian and Thai influences, it’s hard to imagine focussing on the newspapers without getting distracted. Where, for instance, did the Betty Page poster collection or the moose head draped with fairy lights originate? Regardless of your plans, Odd will fit into your schedule. Whether your preference is for a few drinks before heading to a club, or getting serious about drinking and possibly the marginal dance floor, Odd will deliver. You can even select your own music to play on the sound system. Alternatively, get cosy and catch short clips in the cinema lounge or relax to the DJ’s choice of world music on a Sunday evening.

Although not extensive, there is variety in the beer list, including a local, organic brew. Likewise, the range of wines, spirits and liqueurs is sufficient to please most punters and the service is laid back and friendly. Gastronomically speaking, herbivores are well catered for in a great selection of food from around the world, with Northern African influences to complement the décor. The downside to such a good menu is that you need to get in early to claim a seat, though the silver lining can be found in a pre-meal beverage. Style and atmosphere make or break a bar and Odd wears its bohemian theme with pride. Although the validity of the Northern Quarters’ claim as a boho district is questionable, Odd supports the aspirations of the local Mancunians and succeeds as a cheeky, indie venue. And if the boho scene isn’t your thing, you can visit its city sister bar, Odder, which is riding the same successful wave.

Did You Know?

Al Capone made $50,000,000 a year from bootleg alcohol during Prohibition.

Bottled Money

Bottled soda water was so popular its pioneer Jacob Schweppe retired in 1799, only about ten years after its release.

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William Butler Yeats

Hooch

strong, rough spirits. An abbreviation of Hoochinoo, an Alaskan tribe who made liquor and sold it to weary travellers.

Pick ’em up!

“Your fathers a thief. He stole the stars out of the sky and put them in your eyes”

Temperance, Up the Wine and Beer

John Bartram created the Temperance movement. The reason for this was he dreamed of creating a viticulture that moved men away from the strong drink. It was a promotion of beer and wine directed against spirits rather than what we know today as a total ban on alcohol.

Bar Trick The Challenge: Bet someone a drink that they can’t pick up an ice cube with a human hair. Most people will try and tie it around the cube but won’t be able to pick it up. The Solution: Place the ice cube on the bar and lay the hair across it. Then take some salt and sprinkle it on the ice and the hair. The salt will cause the ice to re-freeze and the hair to stick to the cube. From there you can pick it up!

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DTwo

60 Harcourt Street, Dublin2 Phone - 01-4764603 You’d hardly know this place existed from its tame Georgian façade but take if from me, it’s actually one of the most popular night spots in South Dublin. Harcourt Street clubs are notoriously cramped and it’s not altogether uncommon to hear of some poor bugger doing himself a head injury while getting up to go to the bar. However, D2 doesn’t suffer from any such maladies and once you’ve negotiated the outward opening fire doors you’ll be pleasantly surprised. Split between two levels, it’s a vast establishment and a variety of experiences are on offer.

Of all the notable features in D2, the beer garden deserves a special mention. Many “beer gardens” are more like concrete drinking holes than comfortable places to relax so it’s nice to see D2 has made the effort. Barbeques are frequently held here and eating in the beer garden is actually encouraged. In fact D2 does everything in its power to ensure you’re comfortable on their premises. ATMs are virtually nonexistent in this neck of the wood and anybody caught short of a few lids would usually have to endure a long stagger to Camden Street or God forbid, Stephen’s Green. Fortunately the management at D2 is well aware of this and an ATM has been installed for your convenience. Nice touch, although I’m sure its ruined many a pay day.

Whether you’re looking for a cozy after work pint or simply to dance you face off, D2 is sure to suffice.

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Downstairs is a bit of a departure from the teak floors and art work of the upper bar – it’s a lot slicker and caters for a younger crown. Many of Dublin’s top radio talent, such as Barry Dunne from 98fm, have come here to spin the hits and whilst it mightn’t be Norman Cook, at least it’s not that knob Adrian Kennedy. One of the joys of D2 is that they are always having promotions so if you’re one of those people who are always a bit strapped for cash – and I’m mostly thinking of students here – you’ll love this place.

bars in brief dragon

hairy lemon

porter house north

64/65 South Great Georges Street, Dublin 2 Ph: (01) 478 1590

42 Lower Stephen Street, Dublin 2 Ph: (01) 671 8949

Cross Guns Bridge, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 Ph: (01) 830 9884

Newly revamped, the warm and welcoming interior is a seductive mix of Asian and European décor. The entrance room with its low tables and cosy chairs is a place to see and to be seen, while the intimate booths facing the bar give comfort and a bit of privacy. Lots of funky artwork, mosaic tiling and statues adjourn the walls. A mezzanine overlooks the dance floor, usually packed with happy boppers dancing at the sound of top quality electronic music delivered by top DJs playing every weekend. On week nights the atmosphere is more relaxed. Artistic dance performances usually on Monday nights. The cocktail list is simple, safe and well made by bartenders who knows their drinks. A good range of draught and bottled beers as well as premium and super-premium spirits give you plenty of quality choices, so you won’t die of thirst. Definitely worth a visit to Dublin’s most vibrant gay disco bar!

Right, it might be a completely shit name for a pub but the Hairy Lemon has a few redeeming features and if you’re the kind of person that likes having a pint in yer ma’s front room then the Hairy Lemon is for you. Warm wooden interiors have been peppered with all sorts of kitsch curios and bank notes glued to the ceiling offers the spent punter an alternative to the hobo infested ATM across the street. Check out the Hairy Lemon Café for all your dietary needs (it’s right next door in case you were wondering).

Summer is here and its time for beer gardening! Which is why the Porter House North is one of the busiest pubs in Glasnevin and Phibsboro. The massive beer garden is an invitation to celebrate the very few sunny days of the Irish summer. Other reason is the vast range of premium beers. Like the rest of the Porter House chain, they stock more than a hundred different bottled world beers, and of course their own brews- ten different draught beers- including 3 award winning stouts, 3 lagers, 3 ales and 1 seasonal special, all 100% natural! - “beer heaven”. The food menu gives plenty of options- but I’d stick with the mouth-watering spicy chicken wings- pizza is served too until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. The members of the staff are friendly and very helpful, so you can sit back and relax while they guide you trough a pleasant beer journey!

Type: NightClub Feature: 1st level chill out section Hours: Mon, Thurs - Sat 5pm – 2.30am Tues & Wed 5pm - 11.30pm Sun 5pm - 11pm Food: No Wine: 5W, 3R, 2champ Cocktails: Yes Functions: Yes

Type: Bar Feature: In house café Hours: Mon – Thurs 10:30 – 11:30 Fri & Sat 10:30 – 12:30 Sun 11:30pm Food: Yes Wine: 2W, 3R Cocktails: On request Functions: Yes

Type: Bar Feature: Outdoor sitting Hours: 11:30-11:30 sun-wed open late thurs-sat

drink score:

Atmosphere: *** Service: ** Products: ** Drink Recommends: Saturday Night DJ

Atmosphere: ** Service: ** Products: ** Drink Recommends: The Guinness

Atmosphere: ** Service: *** Products: *** Drink Recommends: A pint of Plain Porter

Food: Wine: Cocktails: Functions:

• Satisfactory: << Your general run of the mill, nothing bad but presents nothing special >> •• Decent: << They’ve tried do something distinctive, there’s an individual twist to the place but not taken to it’s full potential >>

Full bar menu served all day 4W, 4R, 1rose, 1spk, 1champ Yes Yes

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the schoolhouse the front lounge

the turks head

2-8 Northumberland Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 Ph: (01) 667 5014

Parliament Street & Essex Gate, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 Ph: (01) 679 2606

Things I hated about school; being made stand in the corner; getting shit kicked by the biggest goon in class; my mother’s rice crispy sandwiches (we were poor, right). Fortunately the aforementioned are not found in the Schoolhouse Bar and Restaurant and patrons can enjoy the best of in house food and hospitality. In our last issue we were proud to report that the Schoolhouse had been awarded the Gastro Pub of the Year by Jacobs Creek Reserve. Kinda makes this review pointless really. So, doing anything nice for the weekend…

Parliament Street, Dublin 2 Ph: (01) 670 4112 Although billed as gay-friendly, a more accurate description of The Front Lounge would be a straight-friendly gay-bar, where the emphasis is on fun. It’s divided into a true front lounge and a back bar that hosts resident DJs and gives priority to the dance floor. Decorated with local art and staffed with great personalities from all over the world, it carries a definite sexy vibe. Between karaoke on Tuesdays with local legend Panti and serving reliably good coffee at lunchtimes, there are plenty of selling points besides the great service. It’s also perfect for after work drinks… just don’t be surprised if you find yourself making a break for the dance floor long after you should have takenyourself home.

Get this right, it says ‘Turks Head’ above the door and next to it some bright spark has put ‘Chop Shop’. Hilarious! Decapitation jokes aside, this place is actually pretty nifty and the bar has plenty of Mediterranean charm to boot. Located at the far end of Temple Bar, the Turks Head has what can only be described as one of the weirdest interiors of any pub in Dublin. Mosaics and pointy metal are in abundance so you best watch the shots or you could find yourself sitting in the Mater at 2am having impaled yourself on the decor.

Type: Bar Feature: Staff Hours: Mon, Wed 12pm – 11:30pm Tue, Thur, Fri 12pm – 2am Sat 3pm – 2am Sun 3pm – 11pm Food: Lunch on weekdays until 4pm Wine: 2R, 2W, 3Spk Cocktails: On request Functions: No

Type: Feature: Hours: Food: Wine: Cocktails: Functions:

drink score:

Atmosphere: *** Service: ** Products: *** Drink Recommends: A seat by the fire

Atmosphere: *** Service: *** Products: ** Drink Recommends: Cosmopolitans after work

Atmosphere: ** Service: * Products: ** Drink Recommends: Dried fried potato skins

Type: Feature: Hours: Food: Wine: Cocktails: Functions:

Bar and Restaurant Front beer garden Mon – Thurs 10:30 – 11:30 Fri & Sat 10:30 – 12:30 Sun 11pm Excellent 5W, 5R On Request Yes

••• Fantastic: << Something unique, original concepts introduced, consistency >> •••• Exceptional: << Striking, very hard to fault, attention to detail, and total individuality and originality that works >>

Café Bar Lavish interior Mon – Tue 12 pm– 12:30am Wed – Sat 12pm – 2:30am Sun 12:30pm Yes 4W, 4R Yes Yes

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[ mixology - featuring Patrón Silver ]

Atomic Chilli

Blue Steel

Vanilla Extreme

<Ingredients> 30mls Patrón Silver 30mls Chilli infused Patrón Silver 60-90mls Ginger Beer 7mls Gomme 15mls Lime Juice 10 mint leaves Thumbnail of ginger 4 slices of chilli

<Ingredients> 6 – 7 Blackberries 7mls Gomme 15mls Lime Juice 45mls Patrón Silver 15mls Patrón Citronage 60-90mls Pomegranate Juice

<Ingredients> 45mls vanilla infused Patrón Silver 15mls Frangelico 7mls vanilla gomme syrup

<Method> Muddle Gomme, mint leaves, chilli, ginger and lime juice in the cocktail glass. Fill glass with crushed ice. Add Patrón and Ginger Beer and stir with bar spoon. Garnish with a chilli.

<Method> Put all ingredients in to Boston Glass, add ice and shake (No need to muddle as the berries will get crushed while shaking). Strain in to Large Martini Glass and garnish with a blackberry.

<Method> Put all ingredients in to Boston Glass, add ice and shake. Strain in to small martini and garnish with a vanilla pod.

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Patrón Silver Patrón Silver is crystal clear, pure ultra premium tequila. This light, fresh tequila is a favorite of tequila connoisseurs worldwide. Many prefer this smooth, soft and light tequila over an aged and slightly oaky flavor. Patrón Silver is the perfect ingredient in your favorite margarita or in your favorite mixed cocktail. It is also delicious neat or on the rocks.

Sounds> Artist: White Stripes Album: “Icky Thumb” It looked for all intents and purposes the White Stripes were finished - put on hiatus while Jack White went off touring with the Raconteurs. In that context, ‘Icky Thumb’ comes as a big surprise - something of a resurrection for Jack and Meg. Reuniting with Meg gives Jack the opportunity to slip back into sister-lover character, get his weird clothes out of attic, and return to basement blues. Icky Thump packs an unexpected freshness, even given its back-to-basics premise. Recorded over what qualifies as a marathon session for the Stripes (a whole three weeks), Icky Thump reassembles most of the scrap-heap elements that characterised the White Stripes’ pre-fame trilogy: grimy garage-blues, a left-field cover, bizarre spoken-word bits, and shameless Zeppelin and Dylan cues. Stand out tunes include the title track and Rag & Bone. It appears White’s strategy has worked in rejuvenating the Stripes early magic.

Artist: The Field Album: “From Here We Go Sublime”

Hello, Keith. What might you be doing in Marbella, you playing any clubs down there? No, no, just a bit of a holiday to chill out. It’s a tough life! So, tell me about your residency in Cocoon and what type of tunes do you spin? Yeah I’ve been there a while now. I’m resident every Saturday night at ‘Rococo’ in Cocoon, and I also play one or two Friday nights, the club night there called ‘After Dark’. It’s all Funky House music. So tell me this, how long have you been doing the DJ thing? It must be 10 years now. I started when I was like 16 or 17. When I was young I played a lot of the smaller club nights around Dublin. In all honesty, how does the Dublin club scene measure up? In terms of music, I think Dublin is far behind most of the UK and Europe. It always has been. The music is a lot more advanced in Europe. In Dublin people are reluctant to open up to new styles. Do you see any possibility of that changing anytime soon? Maybe with your help! The thing is, I might receive a track and play it a few months in advance of its release - but I end up getting strange looks from people. Most people out clubbing in Dublin are mostly interested in commercial tracks. But in saying that, it is changing, it’s going in the right direction. Tastes are now changing and things are slowly beginning to open up a bit. So what’s the major ‘in-thing’ in dance music this summer? Yeah, it has to be Funky House. Just take a look at ‘Head Candy’ and how that has taken off. The dance music market is opening up, it isn’t like before, you now get young rich girls from the south side of Dublin coming along to club nights. It’s changing. And very quickly, what’s your tipple Keith? Oh, it would have to be Vodka & Red Bull. Oh, and very very quickly before I go… your favourite hangover cure? Well not Red Bull. I’ll go with a nice greasy fry.

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It is often difficult to distinguish the exact reasons why one minimal electronic release is better than another one. In the end it usually is down to personal perceptions and a very subtle defining individuality. ‘From Here We Go Sublime’ the debut album by Swedish group The Field is one such recent release that is completely astonishing, and for reasons mentioned above, it’s difficult to explain why. The album drifts somewhere between minimal dance music and repetitive ambience, with beats that clomp along fast enough to fuel movement, but with enough ethereal qualities that you could simply put it on and trip out on the couch. Essentially, it’s trance music of the highest quality. Key tracks include the brilliant “Over The Ice”, “Good Things End” and 10 minute epic closer “The Deal. If you like minimal electronic music at all, you must seek it out.

olidaying on the Spanish Rivera. Resident DJ in Dublin’s hippest nightclub. And perched on the vanguard of the flourishing funky house scene in the city… Keith Foran is one young man you could soon be hearing a lot about. A native Blackrock on Dublin’s south side, Keith is resident DJ at ritzy Cocoon on Dawson Street, which of course is Eddie Irvine’s bar. Drink Magazine recently caught up with Keith and put the important questions to him. Oh, and he just happened to be holidaying in Marbella at the time– lucky git.

[ wine ]

Muscat, Moscato and Mondayitis

Mondays and I seem to have gotten off on the wrong foot. It maybe something to do with the five days standing between a now and my social life. Or it could just be this particular Monday I managed to sleep through my alarm, play dodgems with Dads’ army and their BMW SUV’s in peak hour traffic, only to arrive an hour and a half late for work, to the glee of my very understanding boss and then get dumped via text message by the love of the moment.

Hmmmmm what is a gal to do to rid such a chronic case of the Monday blues? Well my cure was not to far away because as I walked into this evening’s line up I was instantly warmed, for there in front of me was the next best thing to devouring a tonne of chocolate; Muscat, Moscato and a Botrytis Semillon. Mondays are looking up!

Campbells Rutherglen Muscat

Hallelujah! It’s liquid chocolate. Imagine yourself on the shag pile in front of a roaring fire with the object of your desire. What would make this setting more perfect on a cold winter’s night? This Rutherglen Muscat comes pretty damn close. Treacle, cherries and toffee apple – I’m drooling on first whiff. This is like drinking rich dark chocolate with a hint of fruitcake and a bit of fragrant jasmine. Don’t mind me, forget the object of desire – I’m fickle and newly in love.

2000 Toso Moscato d'Asti

The ‘Asti’ most would probably recognise is the one that appears as the prefix to 'Ricadonna'. Surprise, surprise, Asti is a region in the North of Italy, and the label on this wine and Asti Ricadonna refer to one and the same thing. The most fabulous thing about these wines is not the gorgeous honey-suckly, pear and citrus flavours, the explosively grapey middle palate or the zesty acid and slight frizzante you can get on the better ones, but the fact they are invariably 5.5% alc/vol. Low levels of alcohol can actually be a good thing (contrary to what Drink editor may think!). You can take a bottle out for dinner at your favourite Vietnamese BYO, drink the entire lot on your own, and still function in the morning. You may have to watch for the sugar rush though, which can convince people they need to keep on drinking. Look out for the Toso Moscato (retails approx. $20), as it is definitely one of the best value around, and a bit classier than $5 Spumante.

1998 Gramps Botrytis Semillon

Botrytis actually refers to Botrytis Cinerea, the Latin term for what many of us would call Noble Rot. Despite common belief, the term 'Noble Rot' does not pertain to the drivel that comes out of wine snobs' mouths after six too many, nor the state of wine aficionados teeth at the ripe old age of 40. Instead, Noble Rot is a fabulous little fungus that attaches itself to grape berries in autumn, after grapes for table wines have been picked. This fungus then lives on the liquid in the grape, causing it to shrivel and concentrate until you end up with juice that is almost like jam. Even when enough of the sugar has been fermented out of these wines to produce whopping alcohols of around 14%, there is still enough left to leave the wines scrum-diddly-umptious. The Gramps is a great value example, portraying trademark marmalade, dried apricot and almond flavours and the perfect amount of acid and alcohol to prevent cloying sweetness. Do not confuse with Moscato, after a bottle you’ll probably feel it. [ SF ]

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Baroscopes> Aquarius

Gemini May 22nd - June 21st

Libra Sept 23th - Oct 23rd

The start of the month sees you indulging yourself Aquarius. If you choose to indulge yourself with food and drink it will begin to take its toll on you phsyically so by the time the new moon arrives on the 14th it may be time to indulge yourself in some exercise !!! ‘The Schoolhouse’ in Ballsbridge has an award winning restaurant a good place to indulge.

Finances are a concern for you in July Gemini. It may even be time to consider a change of career or look at a second source of income. From the end of July you will have have much more support from friends and family. Again ‘The Schoolhouse’in Ballsbridge has a nice quiet atmosphere a good spot for you to ponder those career changes Gemini.

July is a month to call in favours Libra. Your creativity is at an all time high cal on your friends for opinions and advice with any creative projects. ‘The Lotts’ on the corner of Liffey St would be a place to sit and relax while discussing those creative projects.

Pisces Feb 20th - Mar 20th

Cancer

July is a lovely month for you Pisces. The start of the month is a very positive time for romantic liasons and relationships. By the end of the month you may even hear news of a pregnancy or engagement. ‘The Lotts@ on the corner of Liffey St is a lovely stylish café bar with a great atmosphere which you would enjoy.

As you are always available to listen to other peoples problems, July is a time to put yourself first Cancer. Finances are good for you throughout the month. For those single Cancerians it is a good month to meet someone special. The exotically designed ‘Zanzibar’ on Ormond Quay would be a good location plenty of good looking people for you to admire there.

Work issues are prominent at the start of July for you Scorpio. Hold back before you speak this month. Your sharp tongue may cause upset to someone near and dear. The spacious and arty ‘Front Lounge’ on Parliament St would be perfect for you Scorpio.

Jan 21st - Feb 19th

Aries Mar 18th - Apr 21st Your popularity is at an all time high towards the end of July Aries. A month when invitations and opportunities pop up out of the blue. The full moon this month makes you much more emotionally aware. ‘The Hairy Lemon’ on Stephen St would be a good spot for you Aries, great music and its always busy.

Taurus April 21st - May 21st July is a month when issues which had been troubling you come to a satisfactory ending. This will come as a relief and could see you booking a spur of the moment much needed break. Try ‘The Front Lounge’ on Parliament St Taurus which has a lovely friendly atmosphere.

June 21st - July 23rd

Leo July 24th - August 23rd July is very positive for you Leo. Love life is good and the second half of the month sees you getting some much deserved rest and relaxation. Bring a few friends along to ‘The Hairy Lemon’ on Stephen St, good music great atmosphere your guaranteed a few laughs Leo.

Virgo Aug 24th - Sept 23rd Work wise July is a busy month for you Virgo. Its possible you will be a bit of a hermit this month. However you should still try and be open to new people and new experiences. D-Two bar on Harcourt St would be a good choice specially after a long day.

Scorpio Oct 24th - Nov 22nd

Sagittarius Nov 23rd - Dec 21st July will be an interesting month for you Sagittarius. After the new moon on the 14th your finances will come under the spotlight. An old friend or lover will be in touch this month.. Why don’t the two of you head along to ‘Zanzibar’ to catch up on times gone by. Its late bar every night gives you plenty of time to catch up.

Capricorn Dec 22nd - Jan 20th The first two weeks of July are quiet for you Capricorn. After the new moon on the 14th things begin to take off. Just watch your sex appeal soar from around the 20th right through to the end of August. D-Two has an extensive range of cocktails head there for some variety and enjoy. For Angel and Tarot Reading Liz can be contacted on 086 2357474

[ where were you last night? ]

1. Porterhouse North 2. The Sugar Club 3. Lilly’s Bordello 4. The Quays 5. Brogan’s 6. Odeon 7. The Morrison Hotel 8. The Morrison Hotel 9. Cocoon 10. The Baggot Inn 11. The Baggot Inn 12. The Baggot Inn 13. Porterhouse North 14. Parker Browns 15. The Sugar Club

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