The Tale of the Mysterious Time Machine

Drinks Menu 2018

Prologue

Follow our little hero, Henry on his journey through time and across the globe. Discover drinks from times gone by and lands unseen. Start your own adventure here. This book is here to lead you. We are your spirit guides on hand to help you on your way. Keep your eyes open and your mind focused. This will be one hell of a ride.

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Chapter One Henry Wants to Travel the World

Signature

We’re Not in Kansas Anymore A delicious long sweet cocktail perfect for hot summer nights. New Amsterdam , Chambord, Orange Juice, Cherry £7.90

Mexican Stand-Off A refreshingly fruity drink that packs a punch and wears a sombrero (metaphorically) Dobel , Lime Juice, Orange Juice, Sugar, Passion Fruit, Chilli Tincture £9.20 Recommendation: Goes well with Riddles Chips and Dips

Madam DaiQuiri A unique and refreshing twist on the classic Daiquiri. Dark, intense and delectable….that’s Madam DaiQuiri! El Dorado 3, Lemon Juice, Sugar, Cointreau, Marmalade. £8.20

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Tea-Rific Ice tea with a twist, perfect for warm afternoons. Made in a traditional way, this cocktail is like a dry, herbal vodka based Manhattan. Intrigued?

House-Infused Earl Grey Vodka, Luxardo Cherry , Lustau Red . Liquorice Tincture. £8.20

A.R Pepperon A beautifully elegant and crisp cocktail with a kick of pink peppercorns and an rinse. Our Aaron’s little beauty. Pink Pepper Gin, Pineapple Juice, Sugar, Lime Juice, Absinthe Rinse. £9.50

Salted Toffee Toots (Contains Nuts) A delightfully sweet and indulgent toffee treat. Skipped dessert? This will satisfy your sweet tooth. Baileys, New Amsterdam Vodka, Toffee Nut, Salt, Peanuts £7.90

Recommendation: Goes well with Riddles Popcorn 4

Got the Blues Creamy, sweet decedent and blue! Despite what the name suggests we think this will bring a smile to your face!

Berry Bros Gin, Crème de Violette, Lime Juice, Sugar, Egg White £8.20

Peach and Chong A funny duo that is perfectly suited Delicate peach flavours with a sharp kick of bourbon and ginger. Makers Mark Bourbon, Kings Ginger Liqueur, Peach Bitters, Crème de Péche, Lime Juice. £8.10

Indian Gin Sling The delightful result of a shopping error! When a staff member picks up coriander instead of mint and you discover it’s a taste sensation. Just magical. Berry Bros Gin, Coriander Leaf, Lime Juice, Sugar, Cucumber and Ginger Ale £7.90

Recommendation: Goes well with Chilli Nuts

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Smokey Bandit An unusual and delectable summer drink. Think smoke from the BBQ mixed with fresh fruit flavours and refreshing cucumber. Summer in a glass.

Smoked Berry Bros Gin, Cucumber, Lemon Juice, Sugar, Cranberry Juice, Pinch of Salt

£7.90

Recommendation: Goes well with Salted Peanuts

Eastern Courage A unique blend of ingredients from one of our bartenders. An eastern experience that packs a punch. Exquisite and delicious. Berry Bros Gin, Chilli Tincture, Coriander Leaf, Pink Grapefruit Juice, Cumin, Absinthe Rinse, Ginger Ale £8.10 Recommendation: Goes well with Sourdough Pretzels

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Chapter Two

Henry Stumbles on an Old Diary

Old Fashioned Style Cocktails

N.B All the cocktails featured in chapter two are in an old fashioned style. Stirred over ice first and served short and on the rocks.

Old Fashioned Jim Beam White Label Bourbon, Sugar, Flamed Orange Peel, Aromatic Bitters £8.20

N.B Please ask if you would like an alternative Bourbon or even another spirit.

The Crazy 88 Nikka All Malt Japanese Whiskey, Lychee, Aromatic Bitters, Peach Bitters, Black Walnut Bitters, Flamed Lemon Peel. £9.20

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You’re Bacon Me Happy (Vegan friendly for happy hogs) Jim Beam Bourbon, William Fox Bacon , Maple Syrup, Bitters £8.50 N.B Try this cocktail smoked for an extra £1

Recommendation: Goes well with Pretzels

Rum Tum Tugger Penny Blue VSOP Rum, Aromatic Bitters, Flamed Orange Peel, Sugar. £8.50

Old Gin Lin Smoked Berry Bros Gin, Orange Peel, Aromatic Bitters, Cinnamon £8.50

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Devil’s Old Fashioned Devils Cut Bourbon, Luxardo Cherry Liqueur, Black Walnut Bitters, Aromatic Bitters £8.90

Sazerac Your choice of: Rum, , Rye, Bourbon, Peychauds Bitters, Sugar, Absinthe Rinse. £8.90

Recommendation: Goes well with Salted Popcorn

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Chapter Three

Henry Goes Back in Time

Classic Cocktails N.B you know the score with these for most of them we have stayed simple and just listed the ingredients and the price…but if there is a special Riddles twist on the classic….we thought we would let you know about that!

Master At Arms ++ An old classic made 3 times better (++) with the inclusion of a 15 Year Old El Dorado. El Dorado 15yr Old Rum, Port, Grenadine £9.50

Southside Berry Bros Gin, Lime Juice, Mint, Sugar £7.90 Recommendation: Goes well with Marinated Olives

Café Noir Martini Riddles Extra Special, French Inspired Espresso Martini. Courvoisier VSOP, Borghetti Coffee Liqueur, Espresso. £8.20 10

Makers Julep Makers Mark, Mint, Sugar, Aromatic Bitters, Served In A Julep Tin £8.20

Native New Yorker Cointreau, New Amsterdam Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Lime Juice, Flamed Orange Peel £7.90

Sloe Gin Rickey Haymans , Lime, Lemon, Soda Water, Sugar £8.20

Rum Swizzle Chairmans Finest Rum, Velvet Falernum, Sugar, Lime, Aromatic Bitters £8.50

The Last Word Green Chartreuse, Gin, Cherry Liqueur, Lime Juice £8.20

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Pisco , Egg White, Lemon, Sugar, Aromatic Bitters £8.20 Recommendation: Goes well with Marinated Olives

Whoopensocker Mule Note: Whoopensocker is a Wisconsin term that describes anything that is really fantastic!! New Amsterdam Vodka, Fresh Lime, Ginger . £7.90

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Chapter Four Henry Meets the Ladies

Sparkling Cocktails

R & R Fizz Beautiful rhubarb and rose flavours topped with prosecco. The perfect summer sparkle. Lanique, Warner Edwards Rhubarb Gin, Prosecco £7.90

Chambolic The perfect blend of black raspberry liqueur and prosecco make this our most popular sparkling cocktail to date! Chambord, Prosecco, Raspberry £7.90

Violet Beauregarde Violette is a floral liqueur that compliments Prosecco beautifully. A must try!

Crème de Violette, Prosecco £7.90

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Chapter Five Henry Takes a Different Path

Non-Alcoholic Cocktails

Virgin Espresso Martini Coffee, Vanilla, Chocolate Bitters £4.50

Innocent G & T Juniper, Lemon Juice, Grapefruit, Tonic Water £4.50

Raspberry Mockjito Raspberry, Mint Leaves, Lime Juice, Apple Juice, Soda Water £4.50

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Chapter Six Henry Misses Home

Bottled Beer and

Goose Island 312 Urban Wheat Ale ( 4.2%) £5 Einstock Icelandic Wheat Beer (5.2%) £5.50 Tailgate Peanut Butter Milk Stout (6.2%) £5.50 Collesi Ambrata (7.5%) £6.00

Skinny Beer (4% Gluten Free, Vegan, Low Calorie) £3.50 South West Orchards Craft Apple Cider (5%) £5.00

Alska Strawberry and Lime Cider (Vegan) (4%) £5.00

Stubborn Mule (Local Timperley Brewery)  Single Hop IPA (5.7%) £5.80  Pre- Cream Ale (5.5%) £5.40  WA15 Magnum Red IPA (7.2%) £6.00  Original Chocolate Stout (5.8%) £5.80  Absolute Banker Pale Ale (4.7%) £5.50  L’il Napoleon Pale Ale (3.9%) £5.00

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Draught Beer and Cider

Riddles 1601- A light and refreshing pilsner (4%) £3.90

Brooklyn Lager- Amber gold and malty (5.2%) £5.40

Nazca IPA- Gold, Chilean IPA (4.7%) £5.50

Manzano Cider- Refreshing, dry apple cider ( 4.5%) £5.50

Stratos Rothammer (4.5%) £5.50

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The History of Boilermakers (Beer and Chaser)

Stories are murky at best as to how the boilermaker first came into existence, but it’s pretty clear that the drink was originally consumed by blue collar workers at the end of a long shift – which is why it’s now become the shift drink of choice among bartenders. It’s believed the drink takes its name from the workers who built and maintained steam locomotives in the 1800s. These workers were known to head to the bar at the end of the shift, and a shot of whiskey with a beer became a staple for quickly easing the pain that came from a hard day of back-breaking labour. As it was the drink consumed by boilermakers, it took on the name as well.

How to drink a Boilermaker

1. The first method is your most basic, and the purists would have you believe it’s the classic: you drink the entire shot and then chase it with the beer 2. Go going back and forth between the two drinks, taking a sip of the shot and then a gulp of the beer, until each drink is finished. This will enhance the pairing.

3. How it often goes down in London – a practice that is gaining popularity in the States as well – drop the shot directly into the beer

Boilermakers- £8.50  Stubborn Mule Pre Prohibition and Wild Turkey 101  Goose Island 312 and Makers Mark  Einstock and Kings Ginger Liqueur  Collesi Ambrata and 17

Chapter Seven Henry Builds a Time Machine

White Wine

Canyon Road Pinot Grigio 11.00% / 75cl / USA Pinot Grigio showcases floral aromas with inviting flavours of summer ripened apple and pear. Medium-bodied Bottle £19.00 / 175ml £4.60 / 250ml £6.50

Vistamar Sepia Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 13.5% / Chile This wine mixes tropical and Mediterranean fruit, with touches of orange- blossom and minerals. Offering a fresh, acidic and persistent finish, with flavours of fresh herbs and flowers. Bottle £24.00 / 175ml £5.90 / 250ml £8.30

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Red Wine

Canyon Road Merlot 13 % / USA Merlot has aromas of dark cherries, boysenberries, and plum, softly blended with hints of mocha and brown spices. It is a full-bodied wine with round, structured tannins and a long fruit finish. Bottle 19.00 / 175ml £4.60 / 250ml £6.50

Outnumbered Malbec 13 % / Argentina This is a Classic Malbec with bags of spicy and earthy fruit Bottle £24.00 / 175ml £5.90 / 250ml £8.30

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Rosé Wine

Canyon Road White Zinfandel 9 % / USA This medium bodied wine has balanced acidity and sweetness and is completed by a hint of red fruit lingering on the palate. bottle £19.00 / 175ml £4.60 / 250ml £6.50

Chemin de Provence Rose 12.5% / France Pale in colour, with aromas of raspberries and strawberries and a hint of guava in the background. A fresh and lingering rose. Bottle £24.00 / 175ml £5.90 / 250ml £8.30

Champagne and Sparkling Wine

Botter Prosecco 11% / Italy Delicately fruity, slightly aromatic bouquet, well-balanced and light- bodied Bottle £24.00 / 175ml £4.90 / 250ml £6.90

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Christian de Montaille NV 12% / France This bright gold champagne with fine bubbles, which is a subtle blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier presents a great complexity. Young and fresh champagne with fruity aromas. Bottle £40.00

Taittinger Brut NV 12% / 75cl / France A sophisticated Champagne, whose quality rests upon Taitinger's skill to select the region's finest grapes, using mostly their own vineyards which gives greater control and consistent quality. The delicate Taittinger style is enhanced by using just the first pressings and basing the cuvée on 40% Chardonnay, on average twice the percentage found in most standard cuvées. 3 years ageing on the lees brings a complexity and roundness to the wine, making it dry, light and elegant with a fine mousse, fresh citrus fruit and subtle, weightier notes of peach and brioche; Taittinger Brut Reserve characterises the Taittinger house style. Bottle £70.00

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Chapter Eight Henry Returns Home

SNACKS Sour Cream & Chive Pretzels - 1.80 Sourdough Pretzels - 2.10 Chilli Nuts - 1.80 Salted Peanuts - 1.50 Riddles Chips and Dips-2.95 Marinated Olives-3.50 Riddles Popcorn Sweet/Salted- 1.90

THE END

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