SA’s Finest Mixers Have An Exciting New Brand Ambassador
An excellent mixologist knows exactly which measurements and combinations make the perfect cocktail, which more often than not needs a quality mixer to top it off.
An Ode To Whisk(e)y: ‘Tis The Season For It
You could argue that it doesn’t really matter whether you call it whisky or whiskey just as long as you take it slow and enjoy each sip.
Your Spice Rack Should Be Your Cocktail Secret Weapon
You might have popped a basil or rosemary leaf in your gin and tonic, which is fun, but the real kick will come from the spice rack.
This Spirits And Mixers Pairing Guide Will Make Your Life A Lot Easier
One can easily feel like an overwhelmed kid in a candy shop when walking into the bottle store. Here’s a guide to help you choose wisely.
Why Experts Recommend Drinking Ginger Ale While Flying
Far be it from me to tell you not to enjoy a toot or three during your flight, but regular travellers will tell you that ginger ale is the way to go.
We Found The Perfect Cocktail For Each Season
We have four delicious cocktails using four different tonic water flavours to celebrate the vibe of each season.
Why Beeswax Is All The Rage With Mixologists
You might have heard of honey being a standard ingredient in creative cocktails, but now an entirely different bee product is being used in the mixology world.
Taking Notes From Blake Lively’s Drink Mixing Expertise
Blake Lively loves to party but doesn’t necessarily like to get boozed up. She has a few interesting tips to share with those who might feel the same way.
A Heads Up For Those Looking To Cut Down On Drinking This Festive Season
The festive season is rapidly approaching, which usually means the social calendar starts filling up and your liver takes a pounding.
We’ve Got You Covered With The Spookiest Halloween Cocktails
Even if you’re not getting all dressed up with a Halloween party to throw or go to, these bloody good cocktails are worth getting festive over.
We Found The Perfect Drink For Those Who Don’t Buy Into Spring Day
In South Africa, September 1 is known as Spring Day. That’s not to say everybody is in favour of that date being heralded as the beginning of spring.
Three Tasty Tonic-Based Cocktails To Mix Things Up
There are few things out there that beat a refreshing G&T. That being said, tonic is more versatile than you may think.
All The Places You Can Buy Your Favourite Mixers Online
Yes, we can’t stock up on our favourite tipple while the alcohol sales ban continues. You can make sure you’ve got the other boxes ticked, though.
The Next Best Thing If You Missed The Booze Ban Boat
Well done to those who stocked up, and commiserations to those who didn’t. I guess pineapple beer is back with a vengeance.
Something To Consider If You’re Planning A Dry June
I’ve had a few friends tell me that they plan on skipping alcohol next month, in search of a ‘cleanse’ or ‘reboot’.
Party Like A Pirate With This Rum Giveaway
The perfect way to chill this winter is with a drink in hand, and preferably one that puts a little fire in your belly.
Takealot Now Stocks Your Favourite Mocktails
Whether you’re teetotaling, slowing down, or just want to mix things up, it’s good to know that there are finally mocktails available that taste like the real thing.
Some Motivation For Those Giving Dry January A Bash
We’re already halfway through ‘Dry January’, and a few of us may already have fallen off the wagon, but with a little motivation, it’s not too late to get back in the game.
Mimosas, G&Ts, Fishbowls: The Sober-Curious Movement Is Gathering Steam
Instead of battling back-to-back hangovers this holiday season, here’s a great way to mix things up with some vintage mocktails.
Peak Nostalgia – Range Of Retro Soft Drinks Launching In SA
Take a trip down memory lane with time-honoured bespoke classic soft drinks, which hark back to days of old.
Cape Town’s Premier G&T Experience Is Happening This Weekend
If you’re a fan of G&Ts, sunshine, and fresh air with safe physical distancing measures in place, then you don’t want to miss The Cape Town Gin & Tonic Experience.
It’s Time You Switched Up Your Boring Rum And Coke
Look, no judgement – if you’re a purist, do what feels right, but for the more adventurous rum enthusiast, we have some alternate mixers to spice things up.
Why It’s More Important Than Ever To #BuyLocal This Month
The last few months have been incredibly tough for countless South African businesses, and now really is the time to start supporting each other.
Five Alcohol Trends To Consider Before Stocking The Bar Fridge
If you’re celebrating the end of the prohibition on alcohol sales this weekend with some quality tipple, there’s no harm in trying out something new.
Do You Mix Your Beer Shandy With Lemonade? Don’t…
It’s on beautiful sunny Fridays like this, that I contemplate what my first drink will be, come the time that it is socially acceptable to drink alcohol.
GoldFish, PJ Powers, Barry Hilton, And Others Are Jolling This Saturday
This weekend, you can join some of South Africa’s top acts for a jol, from your living room, in a free live-streaming event.
Guiltless Pleasure – These Mixers Have Just Five Calories A Pop
We’re all looking for ways to stay healthy without compromising on the quality or taste of what we eat, and the same is true for what we drink.
Out Of Booze? Here Are Three Non-Alcoholic Drinks That Taste Like The Real Thing
These tonic-based virgin cocktails won’t give you a buzz, but they do taste like the real deal.
Science Behind Why Gin And Tonic Taste So Good Together
You already know that a G&T tastes great. What you probably didn’t know is that a battle royale is waging in your glass to make it so.
Win Takealot Vouchers With This Online Easter Egg Hunt
Easter egg hunts aren’t just for kids. In this online hunt for adults, finding four hidden eggs could land you in the running for some Takealot vouchers.