Is there ever a sweeter time in Hong Kong than November? Comfy weather, beautiful sunsets, and pre-celebratory parties are in full swing. This month we look at two grape varietals perfect for autumn liveliness: Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Noir.
As Autumn makes an enticing entrance with crisp evenings and (slightly) more comfortable day temperature, we look at two grapes varietals one can only describe as comfort and wholesome: Primitivo and Pinot Grigio.
New versus Old
There are no shortage of opinions on "New World vs Old World wines"... the contentious point seems to revolve around the idea of brightness and body. Every venue has their own approach to the curation of their shelf selection, and we at The Bottle Shop prefer the light and elegant wines that pair well with food. In the coming months, we will introduce contrasting New and Old World regional wines of different grape varietals for discussion. This week we are showcasing 2 of the most popular grapes - Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah.
It’s a broad question with many subjective answers.
What are the top 10 best gins in Hong Kong 2022?
We think it’s not a challenge to answer that question: just consider two factors: price and flavour. You'll have to forgive us for not highlighting some common brands people go for, Botanist Gin, Roku Gin, Tanqueray, Four Pillars, Monkey 47, G'Vine, and so on. But for us, bang for buck, these are the top 10 gins we would get in Hong Kong.
Do we have a misconception about American whiskey in Hong Kong? Or more likely, we have no conception of American whiskey. Why should we care?