Drink trends change, but one thing's for sure, the use of native ingredients is right on trend and it's here to stay.

How bang on is this lemon myrtle sour from the Spirit House in the Sunshine Coast? Sooo summer 2021!

But the lemon myrtle in this cocktail is not the most interesting ingredient, no, it's the innovative use of Morning Myrtle Tea which is a bamboo-based tea that is produced locally by Big Heart Bamboo.

Whilst Big Heart Bamboo is known as a grower and producer of fresh edible premium bamboo shoots supplying the restaurant industry, it is their innovative bamboo tea that is gaining attention from some of the country's best mixologists. 

Available in four varieties: Zen Chai, Refresher, Beauty Queen, and Morning Myrtle, the applications are endless, and best of all the bamboo is handpicked, spray-free, naturally caffeine-free, and, most importantly, delicious.

To learn more about Big Heart Bamboo, click here.

Whilst Big Heart Bamboo is known as a grower and producer of fresh edible premium bamboo shoots supplying the restaurant industry, it is their innovative bamboo tea that is gaining attention from some of the country's best mixologists.

THE SOURCE: Boston Bay Wines

Eyre Peninsula, SA
 

What does it take to make a unique, multi-award-winning riesling?

If you ask Tony Ford of Boston Bay Wines, he will tell you that being the world's closest vineyard to the sea definitely has something to do with it.

The rich soil and sea air create the perfect growing conditions for Riesling. The vines are hand-pruned, the grapes hand-picked and the yield is a ... but the quality is sky-high.

The 2019 Boston Bay Riesling recently won the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu Trophy for the Wine of the Year at the Winestate Magazine Awards, A huge nod to the Ford's, owners of this picturesque vineyard, and the winemakers, Nick Walker and David O'Leary. The signature minerals hit all the right notes, and the classic floral undertones, cool citrus, and slightly flinty finish make it a world-class contender. It pairs particularly well with Eyre Peninsula King Oysters and King Prawns.

With the 2018, 2019 and 2020 vintages of riesling already sold out, they are keen to harvest again next month but won't be bottling again until June. But while we wait with bated breath, we ask Tony what else is good?

"Our reds are sensational," says Ford. "And we have just finessed a new sparkling which we call Wedding Crashers as its the perfect celebratory drop."

Lots to celebrate at Boston Bay Wines!

To learn more about Boston Bay Wines, click here.

½ tsp finely ground star anise (use a mortar and pestle)

Mix the seasoned flour ingredients together and sift well to combine. Create an egg wash, whisking the eggs together with 2 tablespoons of water.

Preheat oil to 180°. Working with a wire basket is recommended. 

Best accompanied by a fresh summer salad, citrus aioli, crispy waxy potato wafers and a glass (or two) of Boston Bay Riesling or ‘The Great White’ Sauvignon Blanc.
 

What does it take to make a unique, multi-award-winning riesling? We talk to Tony Ford, chef and owner of Boston Bay Wines about his highly-prized riesling and he shares one of his favourite recipes to enjoy with this exceptional wine Simple Seasoned Sardines.

When we spoke to Tom Hogan, founder of Arc Hard Seltzer, he was pretty busy. It was just before Christmas and orders were flying out the door. 
 
Inspired by the growing demand for hard seltzers after a trip to the States in 2019, he realized the untapped market of seltzers in Australia and got to creating a uniquely Australian product.
 
The seltzer market in the States is set to peak at around $27 billion in 2027, and products such as White Claw Hard Seltzer are frequently outdoing sales of Budweiser, which is huge. 
 
So what exactly is a seltzer? And what makes it hard?
 
A seltzer is simply just fizzy water, and once alcohol is added, or it is 'spiked', it becomes 'hard'.

Hard seltzers can either be brewed from grain or have alcohol mixed in; the latter method tends to lead to a smoother mouth-feel.
 
Hard seltzers are low in calories (tick), have no sugar (double tick) and are hydrating without being bloating (we're sold!). And the best part is, they are refreshing and delicious, flavoured with natural fruits and interesting citrus flavour profiles.
 
But what sets Arc Hard Seltzer apart is that they are 100% Australian made and owned, and they focus on provenance and native ingredients. Their current seltzer flavours include Lemon Myrtle & Pink Grapefruit and Outback Finger Lime & Mango, and they are busy trialing new flavour combinations as we speak.
 
Curated and considered in Port Campbell on the Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Arc Hard Seltzers are the talk of the town in a very popular dialogue of all things seltzer.

To learn more about Arc Hard Seltzers,  click here.

When we spoke to Tom Hogan, founder of Arc Hard Seltzer, he was pretty busy. It was just before Christmas and orders were flying out the door. 

Provenance Flour and Malt

More info on this wonderful producer is coming soon!

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