Ahead of Earth Day (Monday, April 22), online drinks retailer The Bottle Club is encouraging drinks enthusiasts to consider the best way to choose, prepare and enjoy their favourite tipples to help protect our planet. As well as recommending a trio of planet-friendly drops, Tim Martin-Harvey, from The Bottle Club, has compiled a handy checklist of ways to enjoy your favourite tipples in the most environmentally friendly fashion...
Choose planet-friendly drinks
Look out for brands that talk about their sustainable production, provenance of their ingredients, packaging, and carbon footprint management.
Grow your own Garnish Garden
Mint, rosemary and lavender are all hardy plants that are easy to look after outside and make great garnishes and ingredients. In addition, a little windowsill planter where basil, thyme and lemon verbena can thrive will serve you well.
Reuse and recycle
There’s so many stunning bottles housing beautiful spirits and wines, aside from recycling appropriately (remove foil, compost natural corks, recycle bottle) you can reuse many vessels by turning them into candle holders, fairy light centrepieces, water jugs and more.
Netflix and pre-chill
Do your bit to save water and cut down on your at-home cocktail’s carbon footprint by making your own ice and pre-chilling ingredients and glassware.
Buy ready-made
If you’re only looking to make a few cocktails for a one-off gathering, avoid purchasing and then wasting whole bottles of bitters and liqueurs by opting for RTDs. There’s a huge variety of high quality options available, ideal for enjoying as and when they are desired.
Sip sustainably with this trio of spirits and see how each is doing their part to protect the planet...
Mijenta Blanco Tequila, 70cl : £49.49
Made from 100% blue agave, Mijenta Blanco Tequila is smooth and mellow with a hint of sweetness. It's perfect for sipping on a hot summer day or enjoying neat after a meal. Whether you're a tequila connoisseur or just beginning to explore the world of Mexican spirits, Mijenta Blanco Tequila is sure to please.
Bacardi Carta Oro Rum, 70cl : £21.19
BACARDÍ Carta Oro rum brings together rich, soothing flavours like vanilla, buttery caramel, toasted almond and sweet banana notes balanced by the warm zest of orange peel and a light, oaky finish. The secret behind its unique mellow character lies within a unique blend of charcoal.
Silent Pool Rose Expression Gin, 70cl : £36.49
Rose Expression Gin shares the Silent Pool Gin DNA in terms of its complexity and refreshingly individual character, however the core recipe has been refined to complement and enhance the rose notes. Some of the original botanicals - pear, bergamot, cubeb, and cardamom - have been increased while lemon becomes the leading citrus. Simply beautiful.
