Try the Bojito, a brandy-based
mojito-style drink to keep your cool or the thirst-quenching Summer Pine, made
with tangy pineapple and grapefruit. Beat the heat by taking up the temperature
a notch with the spicy Van Ryn's Ginger Infusion, made with ginger liqueur and
hazelnut liqueur. For a hint of romance, try the Vintage Rose, a swirl of brandy,
sparkling wine and rose syrup.
Cocktails change every
month but all year round, Van Ryn's offers its signature Angels’ Share, a
seductive, celestial indulgence.
Prices range from R20
to R35 per cocktail.
Sip and savour on plump, plush
couches in the distillery's tasting area or take in the country air by sitting
outside in the lovely lavender, gaura and rose garden under shady umbrellas.
In
addition to glamorous cocktails, Van Ryn’s also offers freshly-baked cake and
coffee, a decadent tasting of three of the brandies in the range with
hand-made, customised chocolates and coffee, or freshly-baked Florentine
biscuits carefully matched with the entire range of deluxe brandies. Delicious cheese and charcuterie platters are
also available.
For more details of cocktails,
brandy and food pairings, tours and brandies and other items to buy, contact www.vanryns.co.za or call 021 881 3875.