Complex. Sophisticated. Extraordinary. These are all words we love to use when discussing our favorite gins. But how often do we get to use these words when describing our very own cooking? Well, Matt Van Wyk and Albert Van Wyk, the award-winning team that brought us the Ginologist gin label, is now releasing something, in many ways, even more exciting: The Ginologist Cookbook. Gin is already such a marvelous example of ingredients working together to provide a drinking experience unlike any other. So it makes sense why cooking with gin as an ingredient can do the same with food. But you can’t ..read more

Gin occupies an uncommonly common place in musical culture.  It’s not as omnipresent as beer or wine in everyday culture, but gin has played a central role in some of the major musical movements of modern history.  The spirit was a catalyst for countless jazz performances during Prohibition; it was central to swing; Frank Sinatra and the post-war Rat Pack sang gin’s praises; gin flowed like water in the disco era; and various punks, rappers, and country stars all favor the flavor of gin.  Seminal jazz age singer Bessie Smith broke color barriers with her hit “Gimme a Pigfoot,” w ..read more

When gin lovers really take the time to learn about gin, the enjoyment of imbibing somehow becomes even more pleasurable. There is perhaps no better present for a true connoisseur than a gin recipe book that goes over the classics while providing a few new ideas based on current trends. 2019 brought it a few hybrid ideas based on old techniques and new bar tactics that are sure to catch the eye, whet the appetite and move the needle at social gatherings. Let’s look into a few of our most favorite gin cocktail book titles and what they have to offer your drinking expe ..read more

Recently we had the chance to talk with Abby Boler over at KOVAL. The distillery produces several spirits and we wanted to dive in and really get to the root for their love of gin and what makes it stand out from the competition.  The Origins of KOVAL Gin We’re always curious as to how a distillery started. Some are large, corporate entities, and yet just as many are founded by family members. According to KOVAL, husband and wife Dr. Robert Birnecker and Dr. Sonat Birnecker Hart founded the distillery in 2008. At the time, they wanted to focus on the production of rye ..read more

Gin is a truly unique spirit. Every bottle and every distiller offers something slightly different. Whatever bottle you open or gin you sample, it will provide a new drinking experience. Gin can be made from dozens of botanical combinations, which allow for thousands of flavor possibilities. No other spirit in the world allows regional distillers to make spirits that perfectly reflect their corner of the world like gin. Understanding these different gin botanicals will help you understand the gin flavor profile, so here is what you can expect from some of the most popular (and even a few uncom ..read more

Recently we had the opportunity to talk with Polona, the Marketing Director from Broken Bones, to talk about the origins of their gin, their process, and what really sets them apart from other Slovenian gins.  The Origins Of Broken Bones Gin Starting out, we wanted to know how they started in the gin business. Polona told us that of their three co-founders, Borut and Bostjan began experimenting with Whisky back in 2012. Over the years they developed and tested different recipes and styles, before settling on one after five years of trials. Around this time, the three c ..read more

Learning how to drink gin gives you the ability to enjoy its full flavour and versatility. While there are no real rules that limit how you can drink gin, there are a few tips for drinking gin that will improve your experience and help you love this spirit even more than you already do. When tasted and sampled in various ways, you’ll find gin is a refined drink, with ample variety for any type of evening out. Whether you enjoy neat gin or mix, this piece shows you the full range of ways you can enjoy this alcoholic beverage. Drinking Gin Neat Learning how t ..read more

Sloe gin, a drink made from sloe berry, is significantly different from traditional gin that’s distilled from juniper berries. Both are worth a closer look because of the vibrancy of their flavor and unique undertones. This gin liqueur is perhaps quite alluring to those who want more flavor in their drink. You can learn how to make sloe gin using our sloe gin recipe right here. You’ll find it’s rather easy and well worth trying out. What Is Sloe Gin? Sloe gin is made from sloe drupes, also known as blackthorn, and gin. This creates a red liqueur that’s pungent and brigh ..read more

If you’re preparing a special meal, having the right type of gin to pair with it is important. There are dozens of varieties of gin, creating numerous opportunities for those looking for something just right for any type of meal they are creating. Check out these recommendations to give you ideas on where to get started. The Wrecking Coast Cornish Clotted Cream Gin There’s something incredible about the flavour profile of the Wrecking Coast Cornish Clotted Cream Gin. It’s not your average gin, with its 12 botanical formula that includes Cornish clotted cream. Pairing t ..read more

What is the best Israeli gin? It’s hard to say what is the best Israeli gin, gin in Israel is pretty much a new spirit which has only started to gain popularity in the past few years in the country. Still, as Israelis are well known for perfecting many of their makings, Israel has managed to produce some very decent gin – Some would say amazing. Two which are very well recognized and really have an amazing taste are Akko and Pelter Gin  . Order online from a retailer near you: Trust ..read more