Cheers To That!

What girl doesn't love a cocktail? I am only just back in Edinburgh and I am already planning post Christmas cocktails at the Harvey Nicks bar with one of my most fabulous partners in crime.

In the meantime, though, I shall need to quench my thirst with some homemade treats... Be they shaken, or stirred.

With a crate of gorgeously indulgent Rekorderlig winter cider sitting cosy in my flat, I was rather excited to receive an email from the lovely team at Rekorderlig giving me the recipes for their delicious cocktails from The Winter Bar (see my post on the cool event in the Old Truman Brewery here)

So, as it's Christmas and all, I thought i'd share them with you! 

This little beauty is refreshing with a little kick. 

This one was my pick- sweet but spicy, boozy but fruity and the perfect drink to get you just on the right side of merry this Christmas. 

I love a mojito, I do, and this one sounds truly marvellous- like a jolly festive mojito!

For those who like their drinks zingy and tangy, this one is for you. Who doesn't love gin? Not me...

Last but not least, I bring you a hug in a glass. This is, perhaps, better than hug. Warm, spicy cider with a little sour bite- this tastes just like a big slice of apple pie. 

Cheers to that! 

Rekorderlig Winter Forest Bar!

The Bar at the Rekorderlig Winter Forest Bar

Me with the lovely Rachel of The Horseferry Girl  

In the woods of Brick Lane...

A cheeky little welcome platter featuring "samples" of a number of lovely Rekorderlig ciders and a croquette which went pretty darn fast...

Rekorderlig Winter Cider cocktails on the menu- absolutely bloomin' delicious and the £5 entry includes one cocktail as well as the tasting platter- scoreeee.

My friend Nicole of Pink Flamingo Kisses opted for the Apple Pie cocktail and was NOT disappointed... Despite having a stonking cold Nicole knocked back two. Steamboat.  

I think they call this cider face... I am wearing a Topshop sweater, Topshop jewellery and teeny weeny Topshop hotpants... Not wise in November really!

Nicole and Harriet of Resplendent and Discover & Escape shared a little Daim bar swiss roll topped with a little Raspberry Mango gellee (£3.50 for a number of little Swedish desserts, or £10 for a taster plate)

If you read my previous post about the Swedish House Makeover competition by cool Swedish cider brand Rekorderlig (read it here if you so desire) , you will be aware that I was popping down to the Rekorderlig winter forest pop-up bar tucked away on Brick Lane.

I thought i'd share some pictures from this lovely little bar with you guys, because if you have the time I strongly suggest you take a trip Eastward and visit! It's seriously worth it.

It really is one of the nicest events i've been invited to and, to quote HCB, 

"I wish there was a place like this open all the time."

Wise old owl she is.

It has been open since October 26th and sadly closes it's doors on the 6th of November, so act fast ladies and gents.

While tickets are sold out online, it is worth popping by as you can pay the £5 entry fee on the door. It really is worth it.

The ticket involves a Rekorderlig taster platter, a free cocktail (or two in my case... lucky devil) and an absolutely fabulous evening with great music.

The best part is that the Old Truman Brewery has been transformed into a magical Swedish forest lined with trees, leaves and wintry lighting. I had a wonderful time and would highly recommend popping down if you have a free night this weekend.

Thank you ever so much for having me Rekorderlig! Find out all the details on the Rekorderlig UK Facebook page. 

Swedish House Makeovaaaa

1. Wall Print from Urban Outfitters £25
2. Frame from Paperchase £12
3. Cushion from Zara Home £19.99
4. Jars from Zara Home £19.99
5. Jewellery Stand from Paperchase £14
6. Box from Zara Home £29.99

Are you guys, like, on Facebook?

I'm sure you will be, lads. I know that many people reading this are students, like yours truly, so I thought i'd let you in on a little competition that i've stumbled upon.

I am sure you are all familiar with Rekorderlig fruity cider- y'know, the tasty, classy stuff you drink before you down yer 99p tinnies. Well, the lovely team behind my favourite fruity tipple have collaborated with Scream pubs to launch an ah-mazing competition for students across the UK.

And, oh, what an amazing prize is up for grabs... A SWEDISH HOUSE MAKE-OVER! Yup, you and your chums could win a £5000 interior make-over by the renowned Scandinavian interior designer, Will of Bright Bazaar, who will be turning your cosy little flat/house/halls into an envy-enducing party pad. And if you narrowly miss out on le grande prize, the three runners-up will win a little £500 kit to spruce up their flat, Swedish-stylee.

I will CERTAINLY be entering with my new flatmates. If you wish to follow suit, click here and enter the competition via the tab on Rekorderlig's Facebook page!

And on that Rekorderlig note, if you are in London I suggest you check out the Winter Forest pop-up bar at the Trueman Brewery, where the venue will be transformed into a magical Swedish forest with the delicious spiced apple cider flowing! Mmm.