London gin is popular in the alcoholic beverage market around the world. The most recognizable is the brand of gin called beefeater, created by Briton James Barrow.
James Barrow built a whole plant, which was opened in 1820, but he did not disclose the unique recipe to anyone, and therefore the drink produced at the plant always attracted attention and became a subject for discussion. Licenses for this drink have not been sold to this day. Therefore, every tourist visiting foggy London considers it his duty to take with him a bottle of the famous beefeater gin.
Gin beefeater composition
Beefeater is made only from natural bread alcohol, to which wild juniper berries, licorice, almonds, violet root and orange zest are added. Each of these components has its own inherent taste value in the drink.
Gin is a strong drink, its alcoholic degree exceeds 47 percent. Having purchased a bottle of gin, the question arises, how can you use it correctly, with such a high strength of the drink.
Drinking culture
Start by placing the bottle in the refrigerator to cool, or you can simply make lots of ice cubes. If you take one sip of pure gin, you will immediately feel the burning flame in your mouth.
Gin is a noble drink, it has a history and traditions of use. Even the label on the bottles changes only slightly, emphasizing the loyalty to the brand and the special attitude to the drink.
A high-quality gin beefeater will definitely stand out with its juniper aroma, and then you will feel the notes of spicy coriander and citrus freshness of orange. In the final, the taste will open with the noble bitterness of almonds and the sour taste of lemon.
Drink gin with plenty of ice to soften its taste a little. Various additives to gin are also welcomed, such as soda, lemonade, tonic, lemon, coca-cola and juices with different flavors.
If you choose to add juice to your gin, it is preferable to use orange, apple, grapefruit and grape varieties. Olives are often used as an addition to the drink.
The gin glass has a special square shape with high edges and is first filled with ice. Then they put a slice of fresh lemon on the bottom of the glass and begin to slowly pour in gin, which will slowly dissolve the ice.
They drink gin beefeater in small sips, as it has a pronounced scalding and strong taste. Such a glass of gin is stretched out like an expensive pleasure.
After that, add to the glass whichever supplement you prefer, juice, lemonade, or something else from the above. The proportion of gin with another drink should be one to two.
