Throughout 2013 we’ll be running a special column in The Moodie Report profiling some of today’s Wild geese working in travel retail, to find out what keeps them ticking.
Our first column is out today which features Steve O’Connor at Delhi Duty Free. We feel like we’ve really gotten to now Steve – thanks for taking part!
Click here to read issue 68 of The Moodie Report.
Like many people, we have been touched by the solidarity displayed in the face of Hurricane Sandy. The event devastated one of the world’s most famous cities, but the sense of community spirit has highlighted the best in people.
To further show our support, we provided our whiskey at a special evening hosted by Michael Collins, the Irish Ambassador to the US on the 11th December. The event was held at the Embassy of Ireland in Washington D. C. and was ‘an expression of solidarity with victims of Hurricane Sandy’, mobilising prominent members of the Irish community to work together in relief efforts. It was a good chance for congressional members and members of the American Ireland Fund to raise awareness for these efforts. We’re very proud to have been a part of this.
The night also saw two prize draws, where the winners were presented with The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey Collection. Congratulations go to Mr Joe Monahan and Mr Michael Brennan. Guests were also treated to servings of our whiskey.
A representative at the Embassy thanked The Wild Geese for our support and all contributions went towards helping the victims of the Hurricane.
‘Sincere thanks once again for your kind support towards the event, where two mixed cases of The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey were awarded to our two prize draw winners. All were greatly appreciated and enjoyed and Ambassador Collins also expressed thanks to The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey Collection during his address at the event’
*In North America The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey Collection is sold as ‘The Wild Geese Soldiers & Heroes Irish Whiskey’
Thank you all for joining us in 2012! We’ve had a great year and to help us share our Christmas wishes we’ve made a brand new seasonal video for you.
Have a fantastic Christmas!
Our second Christmas cocktail – Hush – is perfect for warming these winter nights. Whether you’re wrapping presents or getting in the spirit of things with Christmas movies, this will help keep Jack Frost at bay.
Santa will also certainly be pleased if you leave this out for him on Christmas Eve!
The party season is upon us!
This is a time for us all to get together with friends and family and celebrate Christmas! The Gathering – one of our special seasonal cocktails – is perfect to share with loved ones. We’re looking forward to raising a glass with you this holiday season!
Our search for the Ultimate Cafe Creme brought together some of London’s top bartenders, who each shared some exciting ideas about the Cafe Creme cocktail.
Our wonderful judges – Neil Davey representing Square Mile magazine, Louise from BarChic.com and Martin Bell who has been working with the brand during its UK launch – were all treated to variations of the classic cocktail, each with a very prominent Wild Geese twist! The judges took into account taste, presentation and replicability.
WINNING COCKTAIL: Tim from Hawksmoor
35ml The Wild Geese Classic Blend
15ml Clove Chocolate bitter syrup
Double shot Climpsons Irish Coffee
Cream shaken with 2 dashes angostura bitter
1 dash Maraschino
Add The Wild Geese Classic Blend, clove syrup, coffee and a dash of hot water (20ml), all poured into a milk pitcher and gently heated with the steam wand from the coffee machine, until the pitcher has become too hot to hold.
The pour the contents into a warm glass. Top with cream shaken with 2 dashes Angostura bitter and 1 dash Maraschino.
Tim: ‘I’m delighted. I wanted to look after the strong ingredients in the drink. The Wild Geese is a great drink on its own’
SECOND PLACE: Kasia from The Royal Exchange
Kasia gave a ver theatrical presentation, paring undeniable with skill with an impressive knowledge.
- Flambé 1 teaspoon brown sugar and 25ml The Wild Geese Classic Blend to make a whiskey syrup. Wet rim of glass with this whiskey syrup.
Then mix:
75ml The Wild Geese Classic Blend
Double espresso
Half teaspoon brown sugar
Double cream, shaken gently
Garnish with 3 coffee beans.
Kasia: ‘Thank you for a really great event and an opportunity to perform’
THIRD PLACE: Pawel from Coq d’Argent
Pawel delivered an original recipe with great balance and an exceptional performance.
American coffee infused with vanilla pods, cassia bark, cloves and chocolate bitters.
50ml The Wild Geese Classic Blend
20ml Orange flavour cream
Garnish with caramelised hazel nuts.
Pawel: ‘Really great whiskey, with wonderful citrus and spice’
The festive season is now upon us. At this time of year we come together with loved ones, sometimes fighting time and distance to spend the season with them.
Our latest video draws inspiration from what The Wild Geese left behind. Although these Men of Action stood strong in 1691 and achieved some remarkable things in their adopted communities, many left behind families. The took the name ‘The Wild Geese’ in the hope and belief that they would one day return. Their hearts remained focused on Ireland.
Wherever you are in the world, if you are of Irish descent you are part of this story and entitled to call yourself Wild Geese.
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The Wild Geese Irish Whiskey Collection launched our first cocktail competition on Monday 12th November!
We invited a selection of London’s top bartenders to The Royal Exchange in London to create the Ultimate Cafe Creme. We had a great turn out with 9 highly skilled barmen from the Square Mile of London. They all brought with them fresh ideas and we loved seeing them engage with the brand so passionately.
To give them some Irish courage, we provided the participants with a sample of each of our multi award winning Irish Whiskeys – the Classic Blend, the Rare Irish, the Limited Edition and the superb Single Malt.
There was a consensus around the room that each whiskey had its own distinct personality, but did share some characteristics: a richer, rounder, smoother flavour. It was exciting to present an independent Irish whiskey.
Each participant then came forward and presented their ideas to a warm crowd that enjoyed hearing different takes on the recipe.
Huge thanks go to all our participants, but specifically to the panel of judges who chose the winning recipes:
Our fabulous judges decided the winner based on taste, presentation and replicability.
The Winning Cocktail came from Tim from Hawksmoor:
35ml The Wild Geese Classic Blend
15ml Clove Chocolate Bittet Syrup
Double shot Climpsons Irish Coffee
Cream shaken with 2 dashes Angostura Bitter
1 dash MaraschinoAdd The Wild Geese Classic Blend, clove syrup, coffee and a dash of hot water (20ml) all poured into a milk pitcher and gently heated with a steam wand from the coffee machine, until the pitcher had become too hot to hold.
Then pour the contents into a warm glass. Top with cream shaken with 2 dashes Angostura bitters and 1 dash Maraschino. Enjoy!
Tim showed his extensive knowledge in his presentation. His Ultimate Cafe Creme was a beautiful recipe in its simplicity. His mixture let the flavours do the talking, and complimented our Classic Blend perfectly. Proving that our whiskey is versatile and very engaging.
Here are some of the other participants – each brought a really special spin to the competition!
Thank you to all our competitors and The Royal Exchange for providing the venue.
Extra special thanks go to the judges and Square Mile magazine and The Drink Shop for helping run the competition.
As its the weekend before Halloween, we thought we would bring you a special cocktail. Made with our Rare Irish Whiskey, spiced apple cider and dark maple syrup, it will be the perfect accompaniment to your Halloween parties!
At this year’s Beer & Whisky Festival The Wild Geese Single Malt received a Silver Medal for its smooth taste and timeless character.
This was our first year attending the Festival which takes place in Stockholm, Sweden.
The will be added to the growing list of recognition the Single Malt has received in recent years, including a ‘Reserve Cuvée’ tag and two ‘BEST IRISH WHISKEY’ awards.
