With over 40 years of collective experience in the drinks industry, Jem Rogers, Dee Davies and Danny Walker came together to create The Bristol Syrup Company. From distilling gin, to stocking coffee shops worldwide and launching new spirit brands, the trio have a wealth of experience and knowledge when it comes to products of the liquid variety.
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Jem Rogers
Jem is the founder of Bristol Syrup Company. He has been involved in the speciality coffee industry since he started his career as a young barista. At the time, he saw a gap in the UK coffee market for syrups and barista gear. 20 years later, the company he co-founded, Beyond the Bean, create syrup, smoothie, hot chocolate, frappé and sell to over 50 countries worldwide. A big cocktail fan, he called on the expertise of Dee & Danny to help him develop a range of cocktail syrups to be made right here in Bristol. After lots of research on both sides of the bar, the Bristol Syrup Company was born. Jem loves surfing, skiing and tradeshows.
Favourite Cocktail: 'Sitting on the beach in Portugal having an aftersurf Caipiriña or Mojito - you can't beat it!'
"I'm massively excited to have the opportunity to combine my passions - syrups and cocktails!"
Dee Davies
Dee is our Business Development Manager and cocktail expert. Having worked behind the stick at many of Bristol’s top cocktail bars for the past 12 years, she certainly knows her stuff when it comes to mixed drinks. In 2013 she won Diageo’s ‘Show Your Spirit’ competition, and subsequently launched Jinzu, a British gin with a Japanese twist with the drinks giants. She was also crowned the winner of Imbibe's Hot Stuff Award in 2016. A true cocktail queen, she definitely knows her way around a speed-rail but insists she is equally talented at crochet and baking.
Favourite Cocktail: 'Mint julep, it's simple, tasty and hits the spot every time. I love this cocktail so much I've got it tattooed on me.'
"I've got such a strong conviction for these syrups. They're a huge component in cocktails and so often lack the love they deserve. Bristol Syrup Company are passionate about giving syrups the respect they should have."
Danny Walker
Danny is the co-founder of Psychopomp - a micro gin distillery and Circumstance Distillery an organic English whisky distillery both found in the heart of Bristol. He’s also an international award winning bartender (International Master Bartender of the Year, 2008). Rarely seen without his pork pie hat, you will most likely find Danny up to something spirits related in Bristol. He's a passionate foodie so when he isn't working, you’ll find him at home cooking or out at one of Bristol's many awesome restaurants.
Favourite Cocktail: 'Daiquiri, one of the best all round classic drinks, it’s great how something with just three ingredients can be so variable and versatile. It's always been my go to test of a bar, if they can make a great daiquiri then they are alright in my book.'
"I am super excited about the Bristol Syrup Company Range, we are really pleased with the liquids and love seeing them in the hands of great bartenders seeing what they create"