Gin: A Refreshing And Flavoursome Drink For All Occasions.
Gin has long been regarded as one of the most popular and versatile spirits, a must-have behind any bar at any party or gathering. Not only is it refreshing and flavoursome, it is also favoured amongst cocktail lovers and used as the basis of many classic cocktails. What’s more, it can easily be enjoyed neat or on the rocks, and for the more experimental, there’s gin paired with an array of fruits, herbs and spices.
Gin is a type of liquor with a distinct taste, made by distilling grains with botanicals, such as juniper, coriander and lemon. Gin is then flavoured with a range of herbs, fruits and spices, which help create a variety of different styles and flavours of gin. Over the past few years, gin has experienced a huge surge in popularity and with that, more distillers are appearing and experimenting with their flavouring ingredients.
For amateurs and enthusiasts of gin alike, there is an unlimited selection of brands and flavours to choose from. From traditional London Dry Gin to sweet and tangy flavoured gins and everything in between, there’s something to suit everyone’s palate. London Dry and Plymouth Gin are on the drier side, while Old Tom and Navy Strength gins are a little sweeter and offer a slight kick. Some other styles of gin include Sloe Gin, Gins flavoured with Tea and aromatic flavoured gins such as sloe gin and hop gin.
Whether you’re new to gin or already it to the scene, one thing’s for sure; the possibilities with gin are endless. With so many different types and flavours available, gin has become a big part of mixology, adding a unique complexity to both classic and modern cocktails. Gin’s slightly sweet and herbal flavour makes it a popular choice for martinis, gin and tonics, juleps, negronis and many more.
At the end of the day, gin is an incredibly versatile spirit, which has something for everyone. Whether its used neat, in a classic cocktail or mixed into a delicious and vibrant new concoction, it appears theres no end to the delight of gin.