5 Drinking Tips Every Gin Lover Needs to Know
"I've had a long day." A glass of gin at home after work, a special time to make up for your day.
Have you ever wondered. If I want my gin and tonic to taste as aromatic and refreshing as the ones I get at the bar, why shouldn't my home-made gin and tonic look a little different?
The magic of temperature
Remember 16-18 degrees, the first meeting of gin and ice
If it's too cold, the delicate herbal flavors of the gin are lost, and if it's too warm, the alcohol flavor is all that remains.
This is also the temperature at which the subtle herbal flavors of the bouzougain come out most beautifully.
[TIP]💡GIN STRAIGHT FROM THE FRIDGE IS PERFECT IF YOU LET IT SIT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR 5 MINUTES BEFORE ENJOYING.
The size of the ice determines the flavor
Don't settle for cubed ice from your local convenience store.
A large cube makes all the difference in a gin and tonic.
Larger ice cubes melt more slowly and don't dilute the flavor of the gin.
[TIP]💡WITH A SILICONE ICE CUBE TRAY, YOU CAN MAKE GIN AND TONICS LIKE A BARTENDER.
Gin and tonics are an art of proportion
How to make the perfect gin and tonic at home?
The golden ratio is 1 part gin to 2 parts tonic water.
For gins with delicate herbal flavors, such as bougainvillea, this ratio is perfect.
[TIP]💡 ADD THE GIN FIRST, THEN THE ICE, AND FINALLY THE TONIC WATER.
Garnishes are more than drinks, they're ambiance
Lemon and lime are the basics!
Why not create your own signature gin and tonic with seasonal herbs?
For a bougainvillea, try adding dandelion or rosemary for a deeper flavor experience.
[TIP]💡RUB THE HERBS LIGHTLY TO RELEASE THEIR FLAVOR.
The choice of glass completes the look
The wide mouth Copa glass lets the herb's aroma shine through.
A highball glass maximizes the refreshing effect.
[TIP]💡Choose a Copa glass for a special occasion or a Highball glass for a lighter drink.
These are just a few little tips for those of us who like to enjoy a drink at home in style.
Are you ready to be a real dork?
[Recipe of the Day].
- 45 ml boozy gin (we recommend Signature Gin or Bartender's Cut)
- 90 ml tonic water
- 1 large cube
- Danggui or rosemary garnish → a special drink to end the day.
