Did you know that today (Friday 2nd August) is officially NATIONAL DISTILLERY DAY?
Silent Pool Distillery, Albury-based creators of arguably one of Surrey’s finest exports are celebrating the day with three events:
There is a Black Juniper Gin tasting between 2 – 4pm, they are offering 10% off their entire range in the distillery shop, and there are half price cocktails on the delightful terrace bar overlooking the pool from which they take their name.
Marion Zoelle
Cocktail Recipe
Meanwhile, here is our cocktail recipe for the season.. their ‘Bees Knees’ cocktail… as featured in our summer edition. Perfect for a warm summer evening as described by Silent Pool Gin’s Global Brand Ambassador Marion Zoelle.
Crafted with the perfect blend of Silent Pool Gin, zesty lemon, and the rich sweetness of local Albury honey, this superb – and very simple – cocktail pays homage to the tradition of the Bee’s Knees. The Bee’s Knees boasts a fascinating history. It’s believed to have originated at the Ritz in the 1920s with head bartender Frank Meier credited with its creation. It was also associated with American socialite Margaret Brown – famously known as ‘the unsinkable Molly Brown’. It’s a timeless classic and our signature cocktail for Silent Pool Gin.
Ingredients
• 50ml Silent Pool Gin
• 25ml Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
• 20ml Honey Water*
Method
1. Place all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
2. Shake vigorously for 8 to 12 seconds
3. Double strain into a coupette glass
4. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel
* How to make Honey Water
The Secret to our Bee’s Knees!
Add 1/2 cup of honey and 1/2 cup of water to a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the honey is dissolved. Allow to cool and transfer to an airtight container. Honey water will keep, refrigerated, for up to one month.
Silent Pool Gin is handcrafted and distilled at the Silent Pool Distillery in Albury, Surrey. The distillery shop is open seven days. You can also join a distillery tour or experience, or visit the Pool Bar at weekends – further details at www.silentpooldistillers.com
