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Around the world in eight 'gin-tonics'

2020-10-20T03:58:13.725Z


Eight infallible combinations to travel, glass in hand, from Spain to Thailand and from Scotland to JapanBorn in 19th century India to British soldiers, it has become one of the most popular cocktails. The wide variety of premium gins and tonics allows many types to be made. We propose infallible combinations to travel, drink in hand, from Spain to Thailand and from Scotland to Japan. 1. Nordés Santiago & Le Tribute The gin: made by Atlantic Galician Spirits (Spain). Distributed by Osborne. Ingred


Born in 19th century India to British soldiers, it has become one of the most popular cocktails.

The wide variety of

premium

gins

and tonics allows many types to be made.

We propose infallible combinations to travel, drink in hand, from Spain to Thailand and from Scotland to Japan.

1. Nordés Santiago & Le Tribute

  • The gin:

    made by Atlantic Galician Spirits (Spain).

    Distributed by Osborne.

  • Ingredients

    : 11 botanicals such as juniper, sage, bay leaf, lemon verbena, eucalyptus, peppermint, salicornia, ginger, cardamom, hibiscus and tea.

  • Type

    : Atlantic Galician.

    Alcohol: 40%.

    Albariño distillate.

  • Price

    : 24.50 euros (70 centiliters).

  • The tonic

    : MG Destilerías (Spain).

  • Ingredients

    : distillation of

    lemongrass

    and natural quinine from Loja (Ecuador).

  • Price

    : 1.70 euros (20 centiliters).

Peculiar

gin and tonic

with an outstanding presence of balsamic aromas, notes of white fruit, citrus, juniper, bay leaf and a light floral and iodized background.

Intense, smooth and long flavor, with a herbaceous finish.

2. The Botanist & Seventeen

  • The gin

    : made by Bruichladdich (Scotland).

    Distributed by Amer Gourmet.

  • Ingredients

    : Juniper and more than 22 local plants and flowers from the Scottish island of Islay.

  • Type

    : Islay Dry.

    Alcohol: 46%.

    Slow fire distillation in a Lomond alembic.

  • Price

    : 39 euros (70 centiliters).

  • The keynote

    : Global Premium Brands (Germany).

  • Ingredients

    : natural oils of mandarin, quasia and quinine from the Andes.

  • Price

    : 1.50 euros (20 centiliters).

A

gin and tonic

with character, with a smooth and elegant entry, rich in citrus, floral and earthy nuances, with a soft presence of juniper.

Dry taste, good sweet and sour balance, with a fresh finish.

3. Bluecoat American Dry Gin & Peter Spanton Nº 1

The gin

: made by Philadelphia Distilling (USA).

Distributed by Hisúmer.

Type

: American Dry.

Alcohol: 47%.

Distilled five times in alembic.

Ingredients

: juniper, orange, lemon peel, coriander, angelica root, chamomile and some bergamot.

Price

: 35 euros (70 centiliters).

The keynote

: Peter Spanton (England).

Ingredients

: quinine, Sicilian lemon oil and essence of bitter orange peel.

Price

: 1.80 euros (25 centiliters).

Mild, although slightly alcoholic, with an intense and fresh fragrant citrus aroma, with notes of coriander, bergamot and juniper.

Complex, unctuous palate, with a clean and delicately bitter finish.

4. Roku Gin & Schweppes Original

  • The gin

    : made by Suntory (Japan).

    Distributed by Maxxium Spain.

  • Type

    : handmade.

    Alcohol: 43%.

    Mixture of three distillates.

  • Ingredients

    : juniper,

    sakura

    leaf and flower

    ,

    yuzu

    skin

    ,

    sencha

    and

    gyokuro

    tea

    ,

    sansho

    pepper

    .

  • Price

    : 21 euros (70 centiliters).

  • The keynote

    : Schweppes (UK).

  • Ingredients

    : glucose and fructose syrup, natural flavors, quinine.

  • Price

    : 0.75 euros (25 centiliters).

A delicate, intense and suggestive floral and citrus aroma cocktail, with subtle juniper perfumes and slightly spicy notes.

Silky texture, fresh, balanced flavor, with a sweet / sour aftertaste of green tea.

5. Iron Balls Gin & Original Tonic

  • The gin

    : made by Iron Balls (Thailand).

    Distributed by Vila Viniteca.

  • Type

    : handmade.

    Alcohol: 40%.

    Double distillation.

  • Ingredients

    : juniper berries, coconut,

    lemongrass

    , pineapple, ginger, coriander seeds, citrus peel.

  • Price

    : 49.50 euros (70 centiliters).

  • The keynote

    : Magnifique Brands (Spain).

  • Ingredients

    : quinine extracts, natural sugar and citrus aromas.

  • Price

    : 1.25 euros (20 centiliters).

Refreshing aromas of exotic fruits, with spicy ginger tips and warm spice.

Soft flavor, slightly alcoholic, with a persistent finish where it expresses its tropical and citrus character.

6. Monkey 47 & Thomas Henry Elderflower

  • The gin

    : made by Black Forest Distillers (Germany).

    Distributed by Pernod Ricard.

  • Type

    : artisan.

    Alcohol: 47%.

    Triple distillation and maceration in clay jars.

  • Ingredients

    : 47 botanicals, some from the Black Forest;

    highlights the fresh blueberry.

  • Price

    : 50 euros (50 centiliters)

  • The keynote

    : Thomas Henry (Germany).

  • Ingredients

    : elderflower, quinine and flavorings.

  • Price

    : 1.40 euros (20 centiliters).

Gin-tonic

with a strong personality, complex, with a wide range of floral aromas, notes of fruit, juniper, citrus, herbs, pepper and spices.

Intense, with a persistent sweet / sour finish.

7. Bols Genever Zeer Oude & Fentimans

  • The gin

    : made by Lucas Bols (Holland).

    Distributed by Spirit and Brands.

  • Type

    : Genever.

    Alcohol: 35%.

    Distilled three times a malt wine.

  • Ingredients

    : botanicals including juniper, angelica, orris root, coriander, licorice, and fresh fruits.

  • Price

    : 13 euros (100 centiliters).

  • The keynote

    : Fentimans Ltd. (UK)

  • Ingredients

    : orris root, ginger,

    lemongrass

    ,

    kaffir

    lime

    and quinine.

  • Price

    : 1.50 euros (20 centiliters).

Intense aroma, with a traditional profile, with a strong presence of malted cereals and citrus notes on a solid base of juniper.

Smooth flavor, with a touch of spices, and a light caramel finish.

8. G'Vine Floraison & Fever-Tree Indian Tonic

  • The gin

    : made by G'Vine (France).

    Distributed by Icon Spirits.

  • Ingredients

    : 10 botanicals such as grape blossom, juniper, lime, cardamom, ginger, nutmeg or Java pepper.

  • Type

    : Genever.

    Alcohol: 40%.

    Distilled from botanicals macerated in wine alcohol.

  • Price

    : 36 euros (70 centiliters).

  • The keynote

    : Fever-Tree Ltd. (England).

  • Ingredients

    : citric acid, bitter orange oil and Congo quinine.

  • Price

    : 1.25 euros (20 centiliters).

A fresh and very floral combination, with a juniper background, citrus notes and wine hints.

Delicate, silky, slightly bitter taste and long aftertaste where its floral character stands out again.

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Source: elparis

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