“Gin – The Divinely Delicious Distillation of Dreams and Hard Labor.”
Gin – one of the oldest and most beloved spirits and a cornerstone of many social occasions. Alongside Whiskey, Rum, and Vodka, it’s a perennial favorite, enjoyed in cocktails, alone, or with a mixer. Although Gin is a global spirit, it has a long and extraordinarily fascinating history.
It’s origins trace back to medieval Europe, with a Dutch physician, Franciscus Sylvius, credited with being the first to play a significant role in its development. He used juniper berries to make a therapeutic elixir, which eventually became known as Gin. In the 1700s, it became popular in London – but only as a medicinal tonic! Dutch soldiers even received Gin rations to boost their courage – a practice which found its way to the developing colonies of America.
Since then, Gin has taken many forms and evolved immensely. It is believed that since Gin is the most mixable of spirits, it has always been the favorite of the cocktail revolution. While its popularity has dipped with the emergence of new spirits, it has never fully fallen out of favor. Recently, thanks to the craft cocktail movement, Gin has been making a comeback.
These days, Gin is as varied and diverse in flavor as the plants and botanicals it is made from. Today’s distillers are creating modern styles of Gin using their own inventive mixtures of botanicals, some of which can be bespoke and made to match an individual’s taste. Whatever your preference, Gin is a divinely delicious distillation of dreams and hard labor, and it’s the perfect way to kick start a social occasion.
Whether you prefer it served neat, as a G&T, or in one of the craftier cocktails recipes out there, you’ll find something to tantalize the taste buds. There’s a Gin out there for everyone, so take your time and explore the wonderful world of Gin. You’ll be sure to find something to suit your unique taste!