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Highclere Castle
Bridgeport, CT
Lifestyle
Be Part of Highclere's History — Own a Piece of Highclere Castle Gin
“Downton Abbey” carried us away to a different time where we could imagine ourselves in white-tie formality or in elegant gowns with elbow-length-gloved hands holding martinis amongst royalty in a grand home’s halls. The martinis (or any drink), of course, should be made with Highclere Castle Gin, a brand launched in 2019 in partnership with the Earl and Countess of Carnarvon—owners of “the real Downton Abbey,” Highclere Castle—and American spirits entrepreneur Adam von Gootkin, whose family has been distilling spirits since the 1800s. “Our gin epitomizes everything that is great about High…
New Haven, CT
Lifestyle
A Luxe Martini With Highclere Castle Gin At Chester's Grano Arso Benefits Channel 3 Kids Camp
Masks and appropriate social distancing, of course, remain a must, but wouldn’t it be nice to indulge in a fabulous cocktail out after months of self-imposed quarantining? And, better yet, to know that with the purchase of this one cocktail you were not only tantalizing your senses but also helping a local nonprofit hit hard by COVID-19? Chester-based restaurant Grano Arso has accepted Highclere Castle Gin's challenge and created a unique libationary tour de force in its Royale Martini, a cocktail that excites tastebuds and vies for most luxurious in New England. By all accounts, it succeed…
New Canaan, CT
Lifestyle
Stars, Awards, And Gin: NY, NJ, CT Represent At Primetime Emmys
Did you catch the Emmys? For many we're currently living in the “Platinum Age” of Television, and there were many great shows, writers, and actors—several of whom have a local link—to root for and honor at last night's awards. Of the trio from North Jersey nominated in acting categories, only Vera Farmiga (Passaic County born and raised) didn’t win; she was nominated in the Supporting Actress Limited Series or Movie category for her role in Netflix’s “When They See Us.” Peter Dinklage (originally from Morris County) and George R. R. Martin (Hudson County) brought home the gold for the fina…
New Canaan, CT
Lifestyle
CT's Highclere Castle Gin In Viking Cruises Extensions Gin Tastings At Real 'Downton Abbey'
You’ve watched the series as it aired and later binge-watched to your heart’s content, and now you’re eagerly awaiting the movie’s release on Sept. 20. Wouldn’t you like to visit the real "Downton Abbey"? Wouldn’t you like to step back in time for a moment and stand in the library of Highclere Castle while sipping a gin and tonic served by your very own Carson? You can. Connecticut-based Highclere Castle Spirits (see “Posh Highclere Castle Gin, Launched By CT Company & The Real 'Downton Abbey,' Makes US Debut”) is proud to announce that tastings of its Highclere Castle Gin have just be…
New Canaan, CT
Lifestyle
Posh Highclere Castle Gin, Launched By CT Company & The Real 'Downton Abbey,' Makes US Debut
How does a Connecticut-based spirits company partner with the real-life Earl and Countess of TV’s "Downton Abbey," Highclere Castle? They connect through email of course. It was after watching an episode of "Downton Abbey," followed by a documentary about Highclere Castle, that Adam von Gootkin got an idea. Von Gootkin was already successful in the spirits business, having launched New England’s first legal moonshine since Prohibition, Onyx Moonshine, in 2011 along with Peter Kowalczyk. Why not a premium gin? Thus, an email was sent and the conversation started. Follow-up calls turned in…
