cocktails – Dandy With Lens

World Martini Day – A day for celebrating great cocktails

2018-06-18 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

The word Martini brings to mind famous people like Winston Churchill and James Bond. It has also given names to a lot of cocktails. No wonder people are celebrating World Martini Day.

Cocktail recipe: Perfect Martinez

2018-03-17 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Cocktails, Gin

The Perfect Martinez is not just any cocktail. Being the predecessor of the modern Dry Martini, it may be the quintessential classic cocktail.

Cocktail recipe: French 75 with lime

2017-12-26 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Cocktails, Gin, Other

The French 75 with lime is a variation of the French 75, originally made with lemon. It is the perfect sparkling cocktail.

London Cocktail Week in pictures

2017-10-09 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Photography, Travel

The London Cocktail week has just ended. Here are some of my best shots from Spitalfields Market.

London Cocktail Week 2017 is getting closer

2017-09-04 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

London Cocktail Week 2017, the worlds biggest cocktail festival, is getting closer. Here is everything you need to know about this year’s event.

Cocktail recipe: Breakfast Martini

2017-08-10 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Cocktails, Gin, Martini

The Breakfast Martini was created by Salvatore Calabresi in 1996. Since then, it has become wildly popular. And no, there is nothing wrong in serving this for breakfast.

How to spice up Gin and Tonic – Creative recipes to try

2017-07-31 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Cocktails, Gin, Gin & Tonic

It’s time to spice up Gin and Tonic. Forget the old highball glass with gin, tonic, ice and a lemon wedge. Play around with new tonic brands, spices, and fruits to give this iconic summer drink a total makeover.

The history of gin – From mother’s ruin to barrel-aging

2016-12-05 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

The history of gin is full of tragedies and intriguing moments. In later years, gin has again become an upstanding spirit. It is the perfect time to take a look at the history of this potent liquid.

Picture: Alberto Scarfato. 500px.com/albertoscarfato CC BY 3.0

How to set up a bar at home

2016-11-21 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

Finally, you have decided that the time has come to set up a bar at home. You want to be able to serve your guests something other than rum and Coke. Here is how to get started setting up a home bar.

Shaken or Stirred? What is the difference?

2016-09-05 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

Shaken or stirred? Your answer to this question depends mostly on your own preference. In this post, you will find enough information to at least give a qualified answer.