Advantages: It goes down easily Disadvantages: It goes down easily
...sip of my drink - Tia Maria and Coke - and then Eureka!!!! I've got it! Who else to review Tia Maria than it's number one fan!!! Kathy Bates has got nothing on me! My apologies in advance if the quality of this op declines, but in the interests of research, I have to...sip..... just keep on drinking, just to make sure that...sip.....I give my honest opinion : I would hate to give a substandard review. ;0) The things that I do for Ciao, my selflessness ... ...to name a few. Tia maria was awarded the gold medal in the Liqueurs category of the International Wine and Spirits Competition in 2000 and 1999. During the 1980's, Iman advertised the drink giving it a more exotic and classy image. The drink derives from an old Jamaican recipie which remains a closely guarded secretand **********************************************************************
THE DRINK
Tia Maria is dark in colour - hence the adverts ...
teresacrew 02.10.2005
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Advantages: That Caribbean atmosphere. Disadvantages: Stinking hangovers!
...attached to the origins of Tia Maria, all about Jamaica during the Colonial Wars, fleeing noblewomen, black pearl earrings and a secret family recipe. You can read it on their website (http://www.tiamaria.co.uk) if, like me, you like to know the folklore and stories behind the things that you buy. The website will also tell you how this famous liqueur is made and the process sounds equally romantic: coffee beans grown in the foothills of the Jamaican ... ...ideas for the consumption of Tia Maria I promise.
The most famous and, for me, the nicest of the coffee liqueurs, Tia Maria is a rich, dark brown, syrupy, aromatic delight best drunk alone, or on ice. Pour it slowly from the dark brown, square bottle, roll it around the glass and take a deep breath of freshly filtered coffee. Sip it and taste the thickened, velvet coffee with its fiery alcoholic kick and wait for the syrupy, vanilla sweetness to ...
jillmurphy 21.08.2002
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Advantages: Delicious, warming, versatile Disadvantages: Perhaps too sweet for some, and of course if you don’t like coffee...
...that got to do with Tia Maria? Er, nowt really, apart from Tia Maria being a coffee based liqueur that I mightn't have tried did I not have a liking for coffee in the first place
Tia Maria has a long history, even longer than my coffee addiction. It's been around many years, to be more precise, around 300 years. Well not the drink itself, but the recipe from which it's made anyway.
During war in 17th century Jamaica, a Spanish noblewoman and her ... ...named the cordial after her... Tia Maria.
(Historical blurb from the official Tia Maria website - http://www.tiamaria.co.uk)
Tia Maria has remained made from the original recipe to this day, but as with many things, commercial production didn't start until the 1940's. Dr Kenneth Leigh Evans was offered some with a meal at a friends home, and persuaded them of it's viability as a commercial venture.
It's produced from a mix of coffee beans (harvested ...
wiggglypufff 06.03.2002
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Advantages: great on its own or as a mixer. Disadvantages: can be sickly
What is Tia Maria
Tia Maria is a liqueur spirit with the distinct taste of coffee. It is produced by Pernod Ricard and is made in Jamaica using Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee beans. The main ingredients are coffee beans, cane spirit, vanilla and sugar.
Pouring the drink. I have my tumbler at the ready with a couple of ice cubes placed inside in order to chill my drink slightly as that how I generally like my spirits. When poured the liquid is dark ... ...Black Russian
1 shot Tia Maria, 1 shot Vodka, mix with coke as desired. Taste is spectacular and the combination of the Tia Maria and the Vodka make it a very feel very smooth in your mouth and completely complement each other. Don't drink too many though as they are lethal.
The After Eight - some skill required to get this one right.
You need a sherry glass for this one along with Tia Maria, Crème de Menthe and Baileys original.
What you have ...
Julieshobs 31.12.2006
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Advantages: It's alcoholic. It tastes lovely. It's alcoholic. Disadvantages: Price.
...alone!
This is where Tia Maria comes in for me. Now I’ve grown up, (or so it’s sometimes rumoured), I want alcohol. But the ten year old in me still wants sweet drinks. This gorgeous drink fits the bill perfectly, (as do many liqueurs). This one is special though, in that I never tire of it. It’s like drinking warm, fiery, sweet black coffee, even when it’s ice-cold. There is no ‘bite’ you see. Only a smooth, mellow heat drifting across your mouth ... ...gold at the bottom with Tia Maria in gold lettering over the top of it all. The biggest give-away to the identity of this drink for me, is in fact the gold lettered Tia Maria on the label. I never fail to spot it without thinking, ‘That’s Tia Maria’! A 70cl bottle costs £14.99 at our local Co-op, but bargains may sometimes, though rarely, be had on special offers. It is also available in half bottles, usually about £7.99 and miniatures containing ...
alma 29.04.2003
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...like to drink though is TIA MARIA, a rich and sensual, coffee-based liqueur. There's nothing better than relaxing after a nice meal with a coffee and a healthy portion of 'tiddly'. * THE LEGEND * Tia Maria's history can be traced back 300 years or so, to the Caribbean Island of Jamaica. In the midst of the colonial wars a beautiful Spanish noblewoman was forced to flee her home. Amidst the confusion of her escape, her maid had just enough time to ... ...cordial after her maid - TIA MARIA. Tia Maria has been made from the original recipe to this day, but commercial production didn't start until the 1940's. Dr Kenneth Leigh Evans was offered some with a meal at a friends home, and persuaded them of it's commercial possibilities. Tia Maria is the UK's leading coffee liqueur and was awarded the gold medal in the Liqueurs category of the International Wine and Spirits Competition in 2000 and 1999. * ...
proxam 18.07.2002 (23.12.2002)
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Advantages: It's gorgeous, it'a alcoholic, it's a sweet, luxurious liqueur.. Disadvantages: Too expensive!
...and I've got to agree. Tia Maria is a dark rum and while it looks like it could be quite dry, it's got a deliciously sweet coffee/vanilla taste to it that is so moreish. Pour it into a glass and you'll see a thick, dark coloured, wonderful-smelling liquid come out. Put the glass to your lips and inhale the vanilla/coffee smell. Sip it slowly and taste the luxurious pleasure that is Tia Maria. I can't describe the taste, I wouldn't do it justice.
... ...gave me a glass of tia and maria and orange juice, claiming it tasted of Terry's Chocolate Orange, however, don't fall for it like I did, it tastes of cack. :P
Prices vary, ranging from about £10 to £17. You can find it in most places, it's invariably next to Baileys and all the other liqueurs. You may also see a very similar bottle but in the blue, this is Tia Lusso, a slightly weaker variation, but still with the familar coffee taste present. ...
Trixie_Firecracker 18.05.2005
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Advantages: Easy to drink, not too sweet Disadvantages: Not strong enough!
...that darned pickle jar.
Tia Maria. Strange name, strange drink, blummin lovely though. Tia Maria is made and marketed by Allied Domecq, who are also responsible for Laphroig, Beefeeter Gin, Teachers and Malibu. Allied Breweries was formed in 1961 by the merger of 3 brewers and pub-owning companies; Ind Coope, Tetley Walker and Ansells. In 1994, Spain and Mexico's leading spirits company Pedro Domecq was acquired and the name Allied Domecq was born. ... ...to the tonsils I despise. Tia Maria still manages to have an ABV of 26.5% which is quite strong for a liqueuer.
Tia Maria comes in 3 sizes of bottles, 350ml, 700mls and 1litre, priced at £7.97, £13.86 and £14.74 respectively (Asda), out and about it is served in a standard 25ml measure ranging from £1.50 to £3.00 per shot. The product comes in a brown glass bottle, with the gold, red and brown Tia Maria sunset logo label on the front, and a red ...
shelley79 04.12.2002
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Advantages: rich smooth texture and colour, tastes good with mixers or on its own, no hangover Disadvantages: alcoholic so watch how much you drink.
The taste of Tia Maria should never be forgotten, like marmite you either love it or hate it. I most definitely fall into the former category! This gloriously opulent drink has a romantic and dark beginning as the colour of the drink itself. Its history can be traced back some 300 years, to the Caribbean Island of Jamaica. In the midst of the colonial wars in the 17th century a Spanish noblewoman, (beautiful of course) was forced to leave her home. ... ...market the drink. Tia Maria is actually made from coffee beans grown in the foothills of the Blue Mountain peak range in Jamaica. On its own Blue Mountain Coffee is beautiful (when you can get hold of it) – but when made into Tia Maria tastes even better! Along with the coffee beans, which are cracked not ground, Vanillin and citric acid and water are added. There are numerous ways to drink Tia Maria; either on its own poured over ice, with ...
LICARUS 05.11.2001
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Advantages: Very versatile and tastes nice Disadvantages: Needs a mixer, so could add an extra pound on the drink's overall price
...unopened. A virgin bottle of Tia Maria! The packaging was kind of distinctive. Red on brown sounded like a ghastly combo, but it worked! Eye catching. I had heard of this drink before but I never thought to try some. Now seemed like a good as any time! Trouble is, I didn't how to drink it. What mixers do you use? Using the wrong mixer can be disasterous; anyone who's mixed Baileys and Red bull will testify to that (and yes! It was horrible!).
This ... ...on this drink. Now, apparently, Tia Maria has a distinctly sweet, almost chocolately taste. It comes from the carribean and is very popular. IT is quite difficult to pin-point the taste as it is very unique. It is quite sugary so alert you dentist before ingesting! I'm not willing to dispute as it probably does taste like that. But you have to understand, that I was drunk! It could have tasted like the inside of a wrestler's jockstrap for all I cared!
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KatiePuckrik 04.04.2003
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Advantages: tastes good, smells good and is pretty versatile. Disadvantages: quite expensive, and gets you drunk quite quickly!
...- serve one shot of Tia Maria with a shot of Vodka and a dash of coke.
Another cocktail, which I invented for sale at our college bar I have called Knaughty Knights (named after my surname, it's sad, isn't it?!) is made by combining a shot of Tia Maria with a shot of Amaretto, and topping up with orange juice. Delicious!
Tia Maria is also good when added to coffee (black or white, your choice, and can be used to make a very good chocolate mocha ... ...- heat until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth and creamy, then enjoy by dipping in fresh fruit etc.)
"Enough of the recipes, what about the price?!" I hear you all cry. Well, don't expect this to come cheap! For a 70cl bottle, you'll be paying around £13.99 at supermarkets, possibly more in smaller shops. The is also a 350ml bottle available, which costs in the region of £6.99. A little on the expensive side, maybe, but surely we all ...
emmorticia 29.01.2003
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Advantages: Intriguing, Smooth, unique, great after dinner drink Disadvantages: Expensive, Difficult to consume over a long period, as with all alcholic drinks must be drunk in moderation
Tia Maria has to be one of the most intriguing drinks that I have ever tasted.
The combination of coffee, vanilla, sugar and spirits has been perfected to create a unique liqueur that is smooth and rich in flavour.
A bit of history is necessary in order to give you the true essence of the drink and its origins. The origins of this drink can be traced back to Jamaica over 300 years ago. In the 17th century whilst Jamaica was in the midst of a Colonial ... ...drink. The maid’s name was Tia Maria and in order to show her gratitude the mistress named this drink after her.
The drink came into prominence in the 1940’s when a Dr Kenneth Leigh Evans was given this drink at dinner. He instantly fell in love with the drink and persuaded the family that it should be produced commercially. The lady of the house agreed provided that the recipe remained closely guarded secret.
NB. The above information ...
vinodgm 02.02.2002
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Advantages: top-notch coffee flavoured liqueur Disadvantages: if you don't like coffee.... maybe too sweet for some
...to the world of liqueurs. Tia Maria has turned into one of the best loved of coffee-flavoured products. Its based, unsurprisingly on good dark Jamaican rum, of at least five year old standard and flavoured with the highly prized Blue Mountain coffee beans. On top of the this the additions of local spices deepens the flavour. It is a sweet liqueur, sweeter than its Mexican cousin Kahlua, however its aromatic components stop it from being cloying.
... ...Tastes good with:
Tia Maria is brilliant for lacing chocolate desserts and of course, it makes a good liqueur coffee - particularly when the coffee used is Blue Mountain.
Mixing:
A big reason for its populairty was the craze for the cocktail; the Black Russian, often taken with the addition of coca-cola. Proportions for a Black Mountain vary according to taste, but generally two parts vodka to one part Tia Maria on ice is a good starting point.
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Almod 23.01.2003
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Advantages: Gets you drunk quickly because you can't get enough! Disadvantages: A bit too expensive, which makes it a rare treat!
...ice cream...However.. I absolutely LOVE Tia maria with diet coke.
I would have to say (not being an experienced coffee drinker) it is very much like runny syrup when you pour it into your glass, It leaves the surfaces sticky if you don't clean it up properly. It is slightly sweet, with a hint of vanilla in my oppinion....With a lingering creamy aftertaste (which I think is the coffee) it really makes you beg for more. Vodka is the perfect compliment ... ...the rest of the year. Tia maria compliments this time of the year perfectly (although I drink it all year round too!) I can say I suppose the only downside to this drink is that it can make your teeth feel quite...fluffy.. after a while.. like you have woken up in the morning and gone to work without brushing your teeth! I can not recommend this drink enough to coffee and non coffee drinkers! Don't get put off by the fact its a coffee liqour, it ...
rebelkimy 17.07.2008
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Advantages: Delicious and relaxing Disadvantages: Drink too nuch and your head will hurt in the morning
...me. I started to drink Tia Maria. I don't like the taste of beer or lager so always have a liquer type drink when I go to the pub.
I drink Tia Maria and coca cola in a long glass, this is known as a Black Russian and believe me it's one to die for.
A bottle of Tia Maria will set you back at around 13.99 for a 750ml one at the Supermarket, a shot of it in a pub will cost you about 1.50.
I think you can get smaller bottles but I'm not sure how much ... ...stripes on the label and Tia Maria written on the front.
The taste is like coffee and the liquer itself is thick and a bit sticky. The colour is a coffee brown and it can be drank over ice, or I prefer it with coca cola.
You can taste the smooth warm coffee flavour running down your throat as it slowly trickles down into your stomach. When you drink it in coca cola it tastes sweet, but is less of the coffee taste.
It's a must to have in the cupboard ...
Aquarian 29.11.2002
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The Tia Maria hotel is situated in the southern part of the Sunny Beach Resort, 250 metres ... more
from the crystal-clear sea and a 5-minute walk from the centre.It offers spacious and comfortable rooms at very competitive rates, ideally suited for families with children or young couples.The modern property is within easy reach of both the beach and resort centre. Venture out and have fun at the many discos, bars and pubs in the vicinity. For your convenience, a big supermarket is also nearby.After a grand day out on the golden sandy beach you can enjoy delicious local food as well as international cuisine in the restaurant before dancing the night away or retiring to your tastefully furnished room.If you do not want to go to the beach one day, the hotel's swimming pool is an inviting place to relax under the warm sun and plunge into the cool water for refreshment. Beach chairs and umbrellas are included in the room price.Wireless internet access is available for free in the public areas of the hotel. A transfer from and to the Burgas Airport is available on request..
Postage & Packaging:refer to website Availability:Price is per double room per night and may vary depending on date booked...
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