Oliver Walkey

Naked Cocktail

By Oliver Walkey / 12th May 2023

Get a taste of the purest form, the naked expression, using natural ingredients, from both England and Italy, and combining them with smooth, subtly creamy coconut milk. The Sparkling Wine – Ventiventi Ventiventi means 2020 in Italian. They planted their first vines in the wine-growing district of north Modena in 2016, using the classic method…

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Interview With A Winemaker – Paddy Gaunt

By Oliver Walkey / 12th May 2023

Wine isn’t just made, it’s crafted by the unwavering expertise of a Winemaker, sometimes old traditions are passed down by generations and on other occasions, new people venture into the industry, introducing us to new creations. This series of Winemaker Interviews will help you uncover the vast world and skills of how the artists passionate…

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JAYA Rosé – Blushing With Pride

By Oliver Walkey / 11th May 2023

Jaya = Victory JAYA’s Rosé Spumante has officially launched to the world, having the pleasure of joining them in Switzerland for the unveiling, it’s perfect to enjoy under the sun with good friends and fine food, they’ve crafted a delightful Rosé with an unforgettable colour, a fantastic aroma and exceptional flavours, let’s delve in and…

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High Sea Ranger Cocktail

By Oliver Walkey / 11th May 2023

Are you ready for adventure? Ready to set sail? Ready to explore the world, if you answered yes, then stand up right now, pop open a bottle of Sparkling Wine, uncork your Rum and get cracking with crafting Glass of Bubbly’s original High Sea Ranger Cocktail, delivering the wonderful flavours of the open ocean with…

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Interview With A Sommelier – Giuseppe Grasso

By Oliver Walkey / 10th May 2023

The World of Wine is beautifully showcased by an army of talented Sommeliers, who help the consumer discover their next favourite bottle, understand the different regions and pair a delicious meal with the right Glass of Bubbly. In this article, I speak with a man who has helped many people to discover the vast world…

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Prohibition Cocktails – Bubbly Edition

By Oliver Walkey / 10th May 2023

Welcome back to the 1920s in America, a decade that allowed women the vote, when a flight from London to South Africa took 45 days and oh god, alcohol was illegal in America! Don’t start freaking out just yet, very soon Speakeasies would become one of the most popular places to socialise and to enjoy…

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JAYA’S New Nectar

By Oliver Walkey / 10th May 2023

Since 2020, JAYA has offered three vintages: JAYA dei Colli Prosecco Superiore DOCG, JAYA Brut DOC and JAYA Spumante. The big news this year is JAYA Rosé, a wine made with the same care and passion as their others. “Our JAYA Rosé is an elegant and refined sparkling wine, revealing subtle aromas of red fruits,…

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Strawberry Blush Cocktail

By Oliver Walkey / 9th May 2023

Delicate and creamy strawberries are greeted by the gentle touch of bubbly and a warming touch of gin, and all this while enjoying the company of a beautiful lady or handsome fella. The Strawberry Blush Cocktail has been crafted with Cantina Rotaliana’s Gold Medal winning Rosé, in the First Date category in the Glass of…

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Oyster Cove – A Champagne Cocktail

By Oliver Walkey / 8th May 2023

Champagne and Oysters are one of those prime combinations that perfectly complement each other, like they were both meant to be joined together for a short moment in time. Normally the Oyster is consumed in its original form with Champagne, but this time, we’re venturing into the spirit world, with Isle of Bute’s first ever…

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