You’ve bought to be doing one thing proper to nonetheless be on the high of the sport after 25 years. Simply ask the nice folks at FUNKIN COCKTAILS. Since introducing its Pure Pour Lemon and Lime purées to the bar world again in 1999, the corporate has made it its enterprise to make gentle work of making the right cocktails.
The method is easy sufficient: the vary was created to impart most flavour with minimal fuss. However don’t confuse that for taking brief cuts. Quite the opposite, every bottle, every pouch, every can is crammed with all the good things – we’re speaking tip-top elements and 100% contemporary fruit, and not one of the dangerous, we’re taking a look at you preservatives, synthetic flavouring and nasty colourings. Which is code for saying whenever you select FUNKIN, you’re mixing with the very best.
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We’re not doubting that you realize the model. You’ve in all probability used the merchandise. However simply in case it’s been some time and also you’re not au fait with what FUNKIN COCKTAILS is to date, right here’s the lowdown.
Firstly, the vary has expanded to incorporate method greater than the 2 authentic juices that founder Alex Carlton unleashed into the world again in 1999. Lately, the FUNKIN COCKTAIL vary features a effective line in purées, syrups, liqueurs and mixers, all aimed with skilled bartenders in thoughts. That goes for these with years of know-how beneath their belts to these simply beginning out within the enterprise and covers an array of wants, from excessive quantity bars, pubs and eating places, to smaller, funkier impartial venues. Berries is likely to be out of season, pineapples is likely to be too tart and white peach, nicely, white peaches are usually not all the time available however with FUNKIN purées, not solely do you get 100% actual fruit, you’re assured consistency each time.
Be cool, B Corp
And there’s extra… Do you know that FUNKIN is the primary British cocktail model to turn out to be an authorized B Company? Which, so far as we’re involved, is a really large deal certainly. To place it into context, to be awarded B Corp standing you’ve bought to tick some rigorous packing containers, reminiscent of assembly excessive requirements of social and environmental efficiency, transparency and accountability. You’ve additionally bought to place phrases into follow so far as taking care of your workforce and your organization mission is worried. All of which FUNKIN has proudly adhered to from the outset. “We’re so proud to have achieved this monumental feat which recognises the contributions our total workforce has made to make sure we use enterprise as a drive for good,” Head of Commerce Advertising and marketing, Shannon Kendall says. “FUNKIN was constructed from the bottom up as a firmly future-facing firm. Our B Corp accreditation is a mirrored image of our dedication to our staff, our group and the planet alongside the best way.”
Aggressive spirits
As a model arrange expressly to present bartenders a serving to hand within the creativity division, it is smart for that very same creativity to be put to the check in a cocktail competitors. Launched final yr the FUNKIN Heritage Competitors invitations bartenders across the nation to conjure up a cocktail that honours the previous whereas utilising trendy elements and methods. Identical to FUNKIN. How they interpreted the transient was as much as them, simply as long as one of many three FUNKIN Cocktail Liqueurs got here into play. With choices like Ardour Fruit, Triple Sec, and Peach – developed with actual fruit and free from synthetic flavourings, launched final yr – there are quite a few instructions that bartenders may showcase their abilities with.
Tyder Howells from The Ivy in Cardiff was topped the general winner on the grand finale held on the Palm Home in London earlier this yr. His profitable cocktail referred to as Midsummer Nectar mixed nitro-infused nectarine and marmalade Blanco tequila blended with FUNKIN Triple Sec Liqueur and FUNKIN Professional Pure Pour Lemon, topped with raspberry and orange blossom soda. To garnish? A sprig of rosemary, a marmalade cake dice and some ever-so delicate cracks of black pepper. Tyder cited the Gin Fizz with a style of a modern-day favorite the Margarita because the inspiration for his drink and got here away from the competitors £1,000 higher off for participating. Shout-outs to runners up Aleksandra Pietruszewska from Attractive Fish and Barry Mays from the Oasis Bar & Terrace, each from London.
Meet the FUNKIN Professional ranges
Including depth and flavour to all your favorite alcoholic and non-alcoholic concoctions
FUNKIN Purées
From the traditional Strawberry and Raspberry, tropical William Pear and Banana to unique Mango and Pineapple within the fruit nook, to Lime and Lemon bringing a contemporary tang of completely balanced citrus, the 13-strong vary of FUNKIN Purées additionally contains Coconut, Morello Cherry, Pomegranate and White Peach, in addition to its hero flavour Ardour Fruit, utilized by the late Douglas Ankrah within the creation of his world-famous Pornstar Martini. All accessible in handy-to-store, cost-efficient, resealable pouches.
FUNKIN Syrups
Not too candy, not too bitter, FUNKIN Syrups are good for bringing the celebration to any glass. In addition to the important Sugar Syrup, which each and every bartender ought to have of their arsenal, take your choose from Grenadine, Vanilla, Pink Grapefruit and the perennial favorite Ardour Fruit.
FUNKIN Liqueurs
Launched into the gathering final yr, FUNKIN Liqueurs deliver added depth to all kinds of drinks. That includes Ardour Fruit, Peach and Triple Sec, every liqueur is made utilizing real-fruit flavours to reinforce and enrich the pure fruit profiles in your cocktail’s mixing juice.