BEE LEAF

Back on Track with Casa Lotos Sotol! We're back at it — sharing our journey through the vibrant world of craft spirits, and it’s especially exciting to keep talking about Casa Lotos Sotol ! Having it finally available in the UAE gives us a fresh opportunity to experiment, mix, and showcase its incredible versatility in the mixology world. This isn't just another bottle behind the bar — it's a whole new chapter for cocktail creativity. Spotlight on an Overlooked Mexican Spirit We had the pleasure of collaborating with  NIRI   and  TAPARELLE   last weekend, who were amazing partners in helping us bring Sotol to the spotlight. Together, we sparked curiosity, poured samples, and got consumers genuinely excited about this almost-forgotten Mexican spirit. IG: Niri Restaurant IG: Taparelle Restaurant   But wait...  forgotten ? Well —  yes and no . So... What Is Sotol, Really? Even though Sotol has been around for as long as Tequila and Mezcal, it’s still wi...

🎙PODCAST SERIES  WITH CRAFT & CULTURE In this episode of The Middle East Drinks Podcast, Sophie S D Cookson sat down with two industry trailblazers reshaping the cocktail and bar scene in Dubai and beyond. Jimmy Barrat , a globally renowned mixologist and mentor, joins Laura Marnich , the visionary co-founder of Beeleaf Bar Consultancy, to discuss their remarkable j ourneys and the transformative impact they’ve had on the UAE’s hospitality landscape. Discover how Jimmy’s innovative approach and leadership have inspired a new generation of bartenders, and how Laura’s passion for sustainability and creative beverages is driving the quality of drinks offering in the region. Together, they explore Dubai’s dynamic cocktail culture, the role of sustainability in shaping modern bar practices, and the mission behind Bee Leaf Bar Consultancy. To add a unique flavour to this conversation, we’ll also be sampling and discussing Casa Lotos Sotol Blanco, a distinctive and artisanal sp...

A Toast to French Film Heritage: The Inspiration Behind Fouquet’s Dubai's New Cocktail Menu By Bee Leaf Bar Consultancy For Fouquet’s Dubai, we didn’t just craft a new cocktail menu—we set out to create a vibrant, unforgettable experience. The goal? To honour the rich heritage of Fouquet’s while infusing it with a little playful twist, making sure our cocktails are as accessible as they are elegant. No stuffiness here—just pure, unadulterated enjoyment. When we dream up a new menu, it’s all about the guest feeling like the star of the show. We want everyone to feel good, confident, and ready to celebrate their choices. That’s why our cocktails effortlessly blend timeless classics with creative, fun twists. Picture this: a funky take on the Espresso Martini, where you’ll find the decadence of Fouquet’s chocolate macaroons in every sip, a refreshing twist on the Paloma starring juicy Coeur de Boeuf tomatoes, or a French Martini given a fruity flair with luscious pear. And for somethi...

  Mexico City / Oaxaca December 10th to 15th , 2024 What a way to close up the year! TOTC (Tales of the Cocktail) is always the perfect occasion to reconnect with old friends and meet new faces across the globe. So, of course, we ran into familiar colleges along the way - and this time, it led us straight to a pop-up event hosted by the Licotería Limantour team. If you didn’t know, this is the crew we've been bonded with for years. And just like that, it was "You must visit us in Mexico! Let's make it happen!" Now, let’s be real - the journey from DXB was a killer, but with legends like José Luis, Alberto and Florent hosting us like kings, it was totally worth every mile. From start to finish, the hospitality was on another level!   THE GUEST SHIFT AT LICOTERIA LIMANTOUR After a deep dive into the our masterclass:  "How Classic Mexican Cocktails Have Impacted Global Drinking Culture" , we designed a guest shift menu that paid tribute to two of Mexico's g...