Gin FAQs

I think Sloe Gin got a bad rap. Many cheap, artificially flavored imitations misled generations with a sickeningly sweet imitation. Even my own childhood observations led me to think it was just a cheap, glowing red syrup in a sticky, dusty bottle and as I got older, I assumed it was for people who make […]

When it comes to floral gins, they can greet you gently like the breeze of spring flowers or they can, well, instantly offend you. To be fair, tasting what you are used to smelling is a very unusual and even odd experience. It reminds me of when I tried lavender gum for the first time.

Most gin lovers do not have to worry about how long gin will last. But in this case, I was visiting my parents and decided to rummage through their liquor cabinet, hoping to find a fun gin hiding out. Long story short: their weren’t any fun gins. But there was a huge bottle of Gilbey’s

With the popularity of gin surging, there are lots of questions to be answered. And with hundreds of gin brands out there, it’s no wonder many newcomers are left scratching their heads when it comes to placing their bar order. Do you want something delicious & refreshing? Perhaps you want the one sophisticated drink that’s

We are told not to judge a book by its cover…and that’s good advice when it comes to tasty beverages! I mean, have you ever purchased a wine or a six-pack of beer because of its funny name or cool label? Ok, you don’t have to answer that. No doubt, many of us have selected

Whether you need a gin you can sip all night or a strong gin for one hefty cocktail, ABV is worth understanding. In this quick article, we’ll help you make the right choice. Initially, every gin starts out very strong at about 80-85% alcohol. But don’t let that number scare you. 80-85% is way too

They look the same, they’re both used in classic cocktails but they taste completely different. You may even hear people say that gin is flavored vodka. Rest assured, those words are spoken by complete novices. While gin and vodka have some things in common, there are major differences. And knowing these differences can make or

New to gin? Your first sip may be an immediate: “nope”, “gimme more” or somewhere in between. Well, there’s a lot more to it than that thank goodness! We will be delighted to guide you, solo or with friends, the best way to taste gin so you can truly enjoy identifying and comparing the unique