Gin

Gin is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from juniper berries and is currently the most hyped and popular drink, enjoyed either neat with ice or in cocktails such as Gin & Tonic, Dry Martini, Tom Collins, and Gimlet.

The history behind the Gin and Tonic is closely linked to modern British history. British soldiers came up with the idea of mixing their dose of quinine—the natural substance that gives tonic its characteristic bitterness—with their daily ration of gin. Quinine is known to alleviate the symptoms of malaria, which was a major problem for soldiers stationed in the colonies in the 18th century. Today, we have once again discovered what is perhaps the most iconic drink in the world.

It is claimed that gin has a cleansing effect, is a diuretic, stimulates kidney function, combats urinary tract infections and bloating, and is very good if you suffer from arthritis or aching joints. Furthermore, it is said that alcohol in moderate amounts can generally improve blood circulation and perhaps even prolong life.

Countless different gins are produced today, and matching which gin goes with which tonic—and vice versa—as well as which botanicals to add, has become a science in itself.

For this reason, two excellent apps have been created where you can enter your gin or tonic and receive suggestions on what perfectly matches that specific entry. Try either Ginventory and/or Ginferno.

Download Ginventory here and Ginferno here.

See our selection of tonic here.