Made in Camden – catering for crowds and locals alike

Situated within The Roundhouse, one of London’s most important centres for culture, Made in Camden undoubtedly succeeds in the difficult task of living up to the  iconic status of its location. Yet the bar and restaurant does not merely cater for the Roundhouse crowds. Made in Camden also has a distinctively local feel, drawing in a crowd of regulars.

The interior is modern and minimalistic without sacrificing comfort, matching head chef Josh Katz’s adventurous and delicious menu. At the sleek pewter-topped bar, customers can order from a range of locally sourced beers and carefully selected wines. 

It is, however, the ever-changing cocktail menu that provides the bar with its most alluring feature. Although the staff at Made in Camden are happy to serve the classics on request,we recommend trying one of the specially created cocktails, some of which incorporate the unique flavour of Brockmans Gin.

Click below to view our interview with bar manager Mattia.

James

The Bubble Room - cocktails and great food

A smart bar with a relaxed atmosphere, Bubble Room offers a bit of everything. In each of its three locations across the North West – in Alderley Edge and Bramall in Cheshire and Woolton in Liverpool – The Bubble Room manages to maintain a stylish yet friendly tone.

The Bubble Room is furnished elegantly, but always with comfort in mind. While in the daytime the bar is bright and lively, at night the dimming of the lights combined with the soft colours of the décor provide a uniquely atmospheric backdrop. The bar team at the Alderley Edge location are helpful and well-informed. They are also passionate about their work, creating a number of distinctive and delicious cocktails.

Emma, the bar manager in charge of the Bubble Room’s extensive cocktail menu, has seven years of experience in the trade. While she names the classic Brockmans Bramble as her favourite cocktail, it is her own Brockmans Summer Cup which has most recently been making an impression on the Bubble Room clientèle  Expertly made with the following ingredients, the cocktail is an ideal match for the bar’s relaxed atmosphere, especially as the weather is getting warmer.

Brockmans Gin, 

Strawberry, Cucumber, Orange, Lemon and Mint,

Pimms, ice

finished with Ginger Ale

Be sure to sample this and other excellent cocktails at The Bubble Room soon.­­­
www.thebubbleroom.co.uk

James

Corks Out – fine wines and premium spirits in the North West

Having picked up over 20 different industry accolades since its establishment in 2003, Corks Out has undoubtedly become one of the leading wine suppliers in the UK, aiming to “demystify” one of the nation’s favourite drinks.

While the focus remains on wine, the staff at Corks Out are also willing to communicate their expert knowledge on the store’s range of premium spirits. Certainly, Corks Out is no ordinary off-licence, as customers are also given the opportunity to sample the drink of their choice in an in-store bar area.

Kieran, the assistant manager at the Alderley Edge branch, who adores Pinot Noir and fine Cognac, has been in the business for 13 years. According to him, the best way to enjoy the unique flavour of the botanicals present in Brockmans Gin is in a simple tall glass, plenty of ice and topped up with a traditional lemonade.

To visit Kieran go to Corks Out at 73 London road, Alderley Edge, SK9 7DY. Other Corks Out stores can be found in Chester, Stockton Heath, Heswall and Timperley - find them on www.corksout.com.

James