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Shopping for presents over the festive season can be incredibly taxing, and we often end up freaking out, heading to the bottle shop and buying an expensive bottle of wine that gets finished within minutes and forgotten about. Luckily, we have the perfect gifts for all! From the trendsetting cousin, to the discerning father. Have it made this year, with world class cocktails.

The origins of the Martini are shrouded in mystery; everyone wants a piece of her. Described by author H.L. Mencken as 'the only American invention as perfect as the sonnet', the Martini is so strong and sexy, simply ordering one is enough to make us weak at the knees. So, how do you order a Martini? Forget James Bond (unless you really do like it shaken, not stirred) you need to find the Martini that fits you. A perfect martini We prefer ours with gin and we use a 2:1 ratio (2 parts gin to 1 part dry vermouth) and...

Written by Zara Madrusan —    You don't need all the bells and whistles to make perfect drinks. Function and practicality are paramount to the way we do things at The Everleigh and in turn, these glasses have stood the test of time to become essential to any good home bar. Beer / pilsner glass Whatever your preference - just make sure they fit the whole beer, which will be approximately 360ml. Keep this one chilled in the fridge.   Cocktail glass (aka Champagne saucer, coupe or coupette) We really love and use a Nick & Nora glass. This is a glass with...

Written by Zara Madrusan —   So you're hosting a Christmas party? How wonderful! Sure, there's some pressure involved. Who is going to show? What if there's not enough food? What music does everyone like (everyone likes Christmas music, right?) But with a little planning and preparation it is possible to pull this off seamlessly - and enjoy Christmas too. Hosting any event, let alone a Christmas party, can be a scary experience. The host of a party is often the entertainer, server, chef and organiser all at once. Balancing all those duties requires dedication and care.   While it...