Our cocktail list is in tune with the ethos of Maiyango. Simple unfussy drinks using the best possible ingredients and seasonal produce. We like to think of them as Gastronomic Cocktails.

Our Head Mixologist works closely with the kitchen team and the end result is a range of drinks with amazing innovative flavours combinations that we are proud to put our name to.

Cocktails are only a part of what we do. Our wine and champagne list has tremendous depth and variety and provides the perfect accompaniment to your meal whilst providing exceptional value for money. Our fantastic selection of traditional and new world offerings, special reserve wines, after dinner cognacs and digestives will ensure your dining experience is truly memorable.

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Editor's Blog - Maiyango cocktails

Spring 2012 Cocktails

Come and try the latest Spring 2012 cocktails created by Chris Mcdougall and Charlotte Miles, here are some of their favourites…

beetroot and rosemary Collins

Sloe gin, beetroot reduction and lemon juice shaken with fresh rosemary.

brandy and peppermint tea julep

Maiyango infused peppermint tea brandy muddled with brown sugar and dried apricot served over crushed ice.

the mcdougall

Scottish whisky shaken with grenadine, lime juice and sweet vermouth with a layered fig and lemon foam

King Richard III

Well unless you have been living under a rock, you will no doubt be aware that Leicester has a new celebrity. Well an old celebrity actually – very old in fact. King Richard III’s remains have been found literally a crown’s throw from Maiyango. Having laid buried and hidden for over 500 years, Dickie’s skeleton [...]

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The Queen’s Menu at St Martins House by Phillip Sharpe

The Queen’s Lunch Menu for the 8th March 2012 at St Martins House, by Phillip Sharpe Two Course Lunch Menu To start…A duo of Laude Abbey Lamb, served with root vegetables dauphinoise and spring greens To finish…A collection of citrus, Lime and lemon grass jelly, [...]

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My highlights on Hotel Maiyango’s September Menu

Yippee September has arrived and that means the game season is here. This is the perfect time to try our game terrine. I love using game as each time it arrives it’s a complete surprise depending on what has been caught. Belle is advising me on the perfect plum compote; I want to get the [...]

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Recipe: Lavender and White Chocolate Crème Brulee

One of my favourite recipes to tantalize your taste buds.. Enjoy Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients o 500ml of double cream o ½ teaspoon of dried lavender o 5 egg yolks o 80g caster sugar o 75g white chocolate o 1 teaspoon of brown sugar Method 1. Preheat oven [...]

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Our flour comes from Leicestershire

Claybrooke Mill Claybrooke Mill is the only commercially operating water mill in Leicestershire, still milling most days using water power. They produce a range of organic flours and flour mixes, using traditional equipment, some of which is hundreds of years old. The mill produces consistent high quality flours, used in our breads, and muesli’s, which [...]

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