The BBC Good Food Show Winter, November 2011

We've just got back from the BBC Good Food Show, which took place in Birmingham, UK. 

The NEC was packed full of people on the hunt for something new, something different and something to help fill those Christmas stockings. 

The show opened on Wednesday and offered the best in fine foods and drinks to guests from all over the UK. In between cooking competitions and presentations on the theatre stages, consumers were able to explore the sprawling alleyways of exquisite independent products. And that's where they found The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey* - at stand T64. 

Although some familiar faces dropped by, who we met at the BBC Good Food Summer Show (in June), for many experiences what The Wild Geese had to offer was something new. 

Our promoter, Kate, was an instant hit and her enthusiasm for The Wild Geese was shared by the people we met. 

By Friday, the carpets were blocked out by the pulsating crowds - everyone excited to find something new. 

Nick Wykees, our mixologist was also on hand to demonstrate the versatility of The Wild Geese, and mixed up some cocktails recipes which emphasised the Untamed nature of The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey and The Wild Geese Golden Rum. 

We hope you all enjoyed yourself at the BBC Good Food Show and be sure to stay in touch with The Wild Geese Collection. You can find more photos on our facebook page - http://www.facebook.com/thewildgeeseirishwhiskeycollection

We hope to see you all soon! 

*In North America The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey is sold under the brand name 'The Wild Geese Irish Soldiers & Heroes'. 

Preparing for Independence Day...

Independence Day is fast a approaching and we're sure our friends across the US are preparing for the national holiday. Marking America's independence from the Britain, the holiday is a reminder of the principles of freedom and liberty the country has been built on.

We want to help you celebrate with a classic American recipe and two of our summery cocktails - 'Homebound' and 'The Long Goodbye'. 

In New York City, Macy's will be sponsoring 4th July Fireworks, which will be set off from six barges on the Hudson River, between 20th and 55th street. The theme of the event will be 'The Gift of Freedom', which will mark the 125th birthday of the Statue of Liberty. 40,000 fireworks are scheduled to be used, synchronised to a mix of American pop anthems and there will even be a performance from Glastonbury headliner Beyoncé!


On the West coast in LA, Americafest will include an evening of live entertainment, including a performance the DCI Phantom Regiment band and the Ives Brothers FMX motorcycle stunt. The event will culminate in the largest firework display in Southern California.


In Boston, there are 6 six days of festivities to get involved with. Harborfest will include 'Extreme Sailing' on Boston's waterfront, a concert series and historical re-enactment.


The nation's capital will be hosting the Independence Day Parade, which will include marching bands, floats, giant balloons and displays by military units.

Wherever you will be on July 4th, we hope you enjoy your Independence Day. 

Cocktail Clinic in Amsterdam, 28th April 2011

Cocktails are very important to The Wild Geese Collection. They present whiskey in a very different, very contemporary fashion. Our collection of cocktails perfectly capture the versatility of the Rare Irish and Classic expressions of the Collection.


Last week, The Wild Geese hosted an intimate cocktail clinic in Amsterdam - tucked away in a charismatic wine cellar, which provided an ideal location to share what The Wild Geese has to offer. Our resident mixologist Nick Wykes was on hand to introduce the The Wild Geese cocktail recipes.

The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey already has a remarkable relationship with the cocktail market. The Five Points and The Long Goodbye have each won a Gold Medals at the Drinks International Cocktail Challenge. The Rare Irish Whiskey is the recipient of a Silver Medal itself, and is the staple ingredient of many of our cocktail recipes, providing a memorable foundation and lasting taste. 

After the tasting and mixing, our guests kindly let us know their thoughts. Thank you to all who attended and we hope you enjoyed The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey Collection. Particular thanks goes to Hans de Lang for putting together such a successful event and Nick Wykes, whose enthusiasm for The Wild Geese is eternally appreciated. 

The Wild Geese in the Mix - New Cocktail Recipes Pt. 2

Wild Rose (an elegant aperitif)

• 40 ml The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey
• 10 ml Cointreau
• 10 ml Aperol
• Dash of Angostura Bitters
• Orange Zest for garnish
  
  
  Stir down over cubed ice and julep strain into a coupette glass. 

The complex character balance of the softly bitter Aperol, sweet Cointreau and bitters serves to complement the strength and depth of The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey.  

The Wild Geese in the Mix - New Cocktail Recipes

The Wild Geese is unleashing an exciting new collection of Cocktails for the coming summer, which help to show versatility of our Rare Irish Whiskey. Irish Whiskey a category which is continuing to grow in popularity and our cocktail recipes give The Wild Geese an extra contemporary edge.

Monk's Habit (an elegant aperitif)

• 45 ml The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey
• 20 ml Lillet blanc
• 10 ml Crème d'apricot
• Spray of Peach Bitters
• Lemon Zest for garnish

Stir down over cubed ice, strained into a coupette glass that has already been pre sprayed with atomised peach bitters.

Subtle aromatised lillet and soft fruit of the apricot give balance and freshness to the backbone of The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey – the aromatised bitters provde a ripe fruit nose.

The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey turned up a few weeks ago, on our Italian distributors' blog - Meregalli Magazine. Meregalli suggested including The Wild Geese's Single Malt in St. Patrick's Day recipes, to help papas across the world celebrate the Irish national holiday.


But with Mother's Day quickly approaching, the ideal gift may lay in the range of sophisticated Cocktail recipes of The Wild Geese. The Whiskey market is growing rapidly, and with this comes innovative new ways to enjoy the unique taste Irish whiskey has to offer. Our female demographic is continuing to grow, proving that this is a whiskey for modern times.

The Quiet American 


Astringent fruit flavours married with rich cocoa and vanilla to produces an elegant, textured Martini style cocktail. The vanilla complements the oak notes of The Rare Irish Whiskey, while the rhubarb and lime brings balance to the cocoa sweetness and a zing to the palate.


50 ml The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey 
20 ml Crème de Cacao (white)
1 bar spoon rhubarb and vanilla jam
1 bar spoon vanilla sugar
10ml Fresh lime juice


Shake all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime wedge

Irish Punch 


A sophisticated champagne cocktail. The honey adds depth to the plate while the lemon juice adds a citric bite allowing The Rare Irish Whiskey to bring a strong whiskey character to a classic style of sparkling aperitif cocktail.


35ml The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey
10ml Liquid honey
20ml Fresh lemon juice 
Top with sparkling wine


Shake all ingredients except sparkling wine with ice and strain into chilled flute, top with sparkling wine and snap lemon zest.

The Long Goodbye


Fresh strawberry and elderflower provide a lightly fruity and floral tone, sweetened by vanilla notes and lifted by sparkling lemonade. The lighter fruit flavours give The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey room to breathe and a platform for the fresher wood flavours.


50ml The Wild Geese Rare Irish Whiskey 
35ml Elderflower cordial 
2 strawberries
2 lime wedges
1 bar spoon vanilla sugar
170ml Lemonade


Muddle limes, strawberries and sugar in a highball glass, add crushed ice, Rare Irish Whiskey and elderflower cordial and stir. Top with lemonade and garnish with a strawberry slice. 

We're sure Mothers everywhere will enjoy any of these after a intimate homemade meal, however, these are perfect for any occasion.

**In North America, The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey Collection is sold under the 'brand name' 'The Wild Geese Irish Soldiers & Heroes'