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That's interesting, as I'd of thought it'd be Tequila or Vodka for Whisky makers. Absinthe is likely the nearest in terms of Gin or so I'd view it as it's very herbal. Personally, Navy Strength Gin is my personal favorite. And a little history season on Navy Strength Gin. Also, do appreciate Jeremy's history lesson on Gin from Scotland. To put it into simple terms, the main difference is navy strength has a higher ABV "Alcohol by Volume". For Gin, I believe it has to be above 55% maybe a little higher to be truly classified as a Navy Strength. As for, the reason they've called it navy strength is they'd have gin stored beneath deck, often next to gunpowder kegs. The other proposed benefit, not sure if it's true or not, was that the gunpowder can still be fired if it gets soaked with this higher proof gin if the barrels began to leak for any reason. As for the origin, we've primarily got the British Navy to thank. The other aspect to it's growing providence was back in those days rum was actually being rationed and difficult to procure. Alcohol rations actually existed as far back as the early 16th Century before being totally abolished before the turn of the 21st Century. And lastly, the other difference is navy strength should impart more flavor as its dilution mixture is less than a regular proof gin. However, because of the way the alcohol influences taste you have to taste it in order to determine if you like it, just like any other gin or alcohol for that matter. Hope I gave a good enough explanation while trying to keep things somewhat short. Guess the quickest way to test if the gunpowder thing's true is to see if you can ignite a gin of that high a proof. In theory, it should ignite and burn. If it doesn't then myth busted I guess. That just goes into the myth further, as Naval Officers believed that if they were being sold an inferior gin or alcohol, thus the reason they'd attempt to ignite it to prove its authenticity. Which actually would prove true because there is a state of proof at which alcohol ignites. What that proof happens to be exactly, I couldn't tell you. I'd have to say over 50% or 100 proof. Anything less is more water than alcohol if it's under 50%. Lit alcohol goes way back. In the 1700-1800s, at least here in the U.S. there were stories of tavern owners lighting samples of whiskey that dealers brought in. If the whiskey caught fire, it was proof that it wasn’t watered down, meaning cask strength, or between 50-60 percent ABV. Things are a lot more scientific these days. We now know that it’s the alcohol vapor that catches fire, not the liquid, just like with gasoline. More vapor comes off the alcohol as the alcohol heats up, making it easier for it to light. Colder alcohol means less vapor, which means less chance for flames. The vapor likely also impacts what you can use as a lighter. And because of the vapors on certain drinks, some prove harder to lit or harder to extinguish.
My God yall make me miss Texas. Nearly 7 years between Austin and San Marcos, and I miss what that area was. 2010-2012 Austin was so fucking amazing, I cannot describe. You had to be there.
I've lived in Austin area for many years. Was born in Lampasas in 58. Lots of changes some good some bad. Love the whiskey and beer industry that's cropped up.
I am head over heels in love with this man. More of Jeremy PLEASE! Also, I love to mess with people by telling them gin is essentially a flavored vodka. It makes some people real mad.
I’ve watched the last episode Jeremy was on three times now. He’s a wonderfully entertaining chap. Very happy you got him back on - and to talk about my second favourite spirit! Double bonus.
My recommendation is Genever (gin is descendent of genever) and it comes with wood aging. Bols, Zuidam and Filliers are one of the best brands available. And one of the best gins that I’ve had is Nordes Atlantic Galician Gin. This week’s episode is once again great.
On the topic of Fever-Tree: So many gins are just PERFECT with their Mediterranean tonic rather than the usual Indian tonic. Worth knowing the difference, especially as it makes Roku G&Ts EXCELLENT
@@Coentjemons ah hell yeah cowboys are basically just redneck vikings anyway if your ever in town I got a box of cigars a bottle of Texas whiskey and some incredible BBQ to share 🚬🥃🍗🍖
"Douche me baby" immediately followed by close up of Rex's face making the same exact expression I had when he said that 😂😂😂😂 Love it! I request more episodes with him in them, about probably anything
Empress Gin from Canada is great stuff. I also like Drumshanbo Irish Gunpowder Gin....and Citadelle Gin from France. All of them are not Juniper dominate or forward. If you want a drink for nosing and tasting complexity try Monkey 47 from Germany.
Would've loved for you to taste a nordic gin too. The classic number one is Kyrö Napue gin from Finland, which was selected the best gin in the world in 2015, but there's also Arctic Blue gin, which has more berry notes, blueberry and stuff, and from the other nordic countries Hernö gin from Sweden and Skagerrak gin from Norway are just absolutely amazing also!
@@jeremygrigg2798 another recommendation for a Nordic (Swedish) gin is Fräkne tång. I have tried as many Swedish made gins I could afford and Fräkne tång is the best one so far. They also have a navy strength version. One of the botanical it is flavoured with is seaweed (tång in Swedish) and to be honest my two favorite gins are both flavoured with seaweed. I don't know if it is in my head because I love to sail and live in the Stockholm archipelago or if the seaweed actually makes the gin better.
I was glad to see Roku in this. It is my personal favorite. My wife and I have been exploring gin over the past year or so for those hot days or the days where we want something a bit brighter, so this was a super fun episode. Jeremy is also always great!
It would be interesting for you guys to dive into the grandmother of gin: jenever. Its diversity from old to new style, type of used grains, barrel aging, herbs/spices creates endless options.
List: Tanqueray, Junipero, Hayman’s Old Tom, Empress 1908 Indigo, Hendrick’s, The Botanist, Roku, Monkey 47. This line up I only haven’t tried the Junipero, but I would pretty much rank them in the exact same order in preference, last being my favourite.
Get some Jack Rudy tonic and follow the directions using Hendricks gin. It is a cucumber gin with no juniper. You'll mix it with club soda over ice and it is superbly balanced and refreshing on a hot day.
Single Malter here, just now getting into gin and gin cocktails. This is a great video thank you. Thank you for introducing CB Distillery. Austin on my radar!
I love this series of videos. I always walk away with something i want to try. In your Rum video I found what has been by far my favorite rum. I hate gin but a few of these sound interesting and I shall have to try them.
As a teen made Sloe gin fizzes with cheap Sloe gin. Recently bought Plymouth Sloe gin and drank the complete bottle as a neat sipper. Was really good stuff.
The Roku Gin, I found it was pretty awesome to lime rub the rim of a glass with a single cube of ice with gin poured over it. Was incredibly refreshing when hot or muggy outside. One of my favorite drinks.
My favorite gin is an old Tom gin that is finished in used whiskey barrels made in North Dakota. Having the whiskey finish makes it go really well on a whiskey drinkers palate.
Gin is my favorite spirit. I have watched your channel for a long time and this video was great. It was a great lineup for a gin novice. The lineup was a great mix and all of them are easily accessible. I started my gin journey about 8 years ago. I always say to people who say they don't like gin is they just haven't had the right one the right way.
There's a gin I love called Griffo. It's from a distillery in Petaluma, California. It's got such a strong citrus flavor and I've never found anything like it. I always ask for gins with a heavy citrus note, but none of them ever have as pronounced a citrus flavor, or are as easy to drink.
I want to thank you for this. When drinking on a budget it is nice to have these group reviews to help me decide where to buy my next buzz. Thank you for this Gin Episode!
Great episode! Gin has always been strange to me because the few I have tried have been repulsive on their own. I definitely want to go back and try again with some of the gins mentioned in the video.
Pro-tip: The Cocchi Vermouth di Torino makes a mean Manhattan as well, especially with a good Rye and few dashes of Angostura bitters. One of my go-to drinks when I'm looking for a cocktail.
Loved this video. I'm a big gin fan. I always have a bottle of Monkey 47 sitting in the freezer. Jeremy hit so many great ones. I'd add the Malfy line from Italy for some great flavors. Their Rosa gin which is grapefruit is extraordinary. Some of the high proof Navy strength gins are perfect for cocktails. Fords has navy strength 109 proof gin that is aged in sherry casks that whiskey fans would really love. This is fantastic content.
Lee, we actually had the Malfy Lemon Gin in the tasting line-up, but we had to drop it due to time constraints. Totally agree with you, they make a delicious range of gins!
Empress 1908 is made not far from where I live. They distill it is a suburb of Victoria called Sydney, beautiful little coastal town. Right next door to the Salish Sea aquarium.
Seven Three distillery makes Gentilly Gin one of my favorites flavored with elderflower and persimmon. St George’s Terroir Gin reminds me of camping in the forest
I've always liked Gin, and when I was more of a drinker than I am now, my go to was Tanqueray and Tonic with a slice of lime. I may have to try some of these.
I was waiting on the edge of my seat for Jeremy to whip out The Botanist! It's my favorite gin and a perfect liquid. Use it in a French 75 and be happy.
I now have a bunch of Gin to try. I'm glad you guys showcased your aged Gin, i haven't had it YET. I do like one of your competitors aged Gins though. Waterloo Antique Gin.
Good lord. I've been using theginisin for 10+ years, I completely agree. They've done an amazing job over the years of curating to the visitor and of the 100's of gins I've had over the years, they're spot on. I'm beyond happy to see them recognized. I suppose if it's my time to shine, my recommendations are the following: The Botanist for herbal and juniper front, Monkey 47 for possibly the neatest gin with a complex mouth feel, Bombay Sapphire East for the perfect Gin and Tonic. For Tonic: Fever Tree for flavor and carbonation, period. Cut of lime, squeeze, gin, 5 cubes of ice, tonic water to the brim. If you want to impress, 1 leaf Thai Basil, scratched, on top.
When I was 18 (legal age in Alberta), I discovered I loved cocktails! Especially hi-balls and Paralyzers. My work mom encouraged me to try martinis, but said: Never get gin. It's terrible. As a youngun, new to the ways of spirits, I trusted her advice. 20+ years later, shortly before turning 39, I tried some gin from a local distillery and was amazed at how absolutely AWESOME! it was! Now I have about 30 or so different gins, running the gamut from small batch, 100% local ingredients, all the way up to at least one commercial gin.
Nice segment. I’m not a whiskey person, but I’m definitely a gin person, so I’m glad I stumbled over this channel. I agree that Monkey 47 is still the best overall gin, and because of this segment, I’ll be adding Hayman’s to my grocery list, which I’ve never tried. For those who may be interested, I would definitely recommend Bereksten, Pickering’s, and Martin Miller’s (by far the best gin specifically for gin & tonic, in my humble opinion).
After living in Scotland for almost 16 years, by far my favourite gin is Caorunn. Not even sure if you guys can get it over there but a bottle doesn't last long!
I'm glad we both agree that Monkey 47 is the best gin ever. I was surprised the first time I tried it and it felt like there was an entire field of flowers in my mouth. No other gin has ever surpassed Monkey 47.
We were in Louisville last year and all the Bourbon distillery tours were booked. We visited Copper & Kings instead, and they were AMAZING! Great gin that was fragrant and approachable, and fantastic people. Rosewater and apples? Divine. Check it out if you're in the area!
A few things from a primary-gin drinker. 1. Personally, I can't stand London Dry styles, so very glad that you got to try others including my standards (Botanist and all the varieties of Hendrick's). Monkey 47 is still my favorite with that complexity. 2. For Old Tom Gin, please for the love of charred barrels, go get a bottle of Ransom Old Tom Gin. Hayman's isn't anything like the real stuff was. Ransom is a re-discovered (made off an old recipe) barrel-aged Old Tom in the style that was the primary American-made Gin pre-prohibition. It's definitely going to be right up your alley with the earthy barrel notes you're used to. 3. For something local to us in Texas that isn't like drinking a juniper tree, try the Meridian Gin from Fox & Seeker out of Houston TX. By far the best Texas gin I've had. 4. Others to try to get more varieties in: Jenever (as others have said); Plymouth Gin (Bols is the easiest brand to get here in CenTex) for an old English style that's super light and refreshing; Aviation Gin - to try a celebrity spirit that isn't total trash; Nikka Coffey Gin from Japan - super citrus forward.
Good stuff from Jeremy - Fever Tree is a game changer in the G&T world - hot summer's day Hendrick's G&T using Fever Tree and with the essential sliced cucumber - a revelation when I first tried it 15 or so years ago.
I really enjoy gin so this video was super fun to me and actually gave me at least one to try. 3 of my favorites were in the video which was awesome to see. I really like Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin.
Ungava Gin from Quebec is produced from local botanicals found around Ungava Bay. Very unique flavour and a yellowish colour. Not widely available but worth searching out. Gin Mare from Spain is also very unique, very Mediterranean herb based.
I've never been into gin. I was introduced to Isle of Harris Gin (Scotland), and now I'm on board. So tasty, I'm open to trying more now. I'd love to see a review of Isle of Harris!
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That's interesting, as I'd of thought it'd be Tequila or Vodka for Whisky makers. Absinthe is likely the nearest in terms of Gin or so I'd view it as it's very herbal. Personally, Navy Strength Gin is my personal favorite. And a little history season on Navy Strength Gin. Also, do appreciate Jeremy's history lesson on Gin from Scotland.
To put it into simple terms, the main difference is navy strength has a higher ABV "Alcohol by Volume". For Gin, I believe it has to be above 55% maybe a little higher to be truly classified as a Navy Strength. As for, the reason they've called it navy strength is they'd have gin stored beneath deck, often next to gunpowder kegs. The other proposed benefit, not sure if it's true or not, was that the gunpowder can still be fired if it gets soaked with this higher proof gin if the barrels began to leak for any reason. As for the origin, we've primarily got the British Navy to thank. The other aspect to it's growing providence was back in those days rum was actually being rationed and difficult to procure. Alcohol rations actually existed as far back as the early 16th Century before being totally abolished before the turn of the 21st Century. And lastly, the other difference is navy strength should impart more flavor as its dilution mixture is less than a regular proof gin. However, because of the way the alcohol influences taste you have to taste it in order to determine if you like it, just like any other gin or alcohol for that matter. Hope I gave a good enough explanation while trying to keep things somewhat short.
Guess the quickest way to test if the gunpowder thing's true is to see if you can ignite a gin of that high a proof. In theory, it should ignite and burn. If it doesn't then myth busted I guess. That just goes into the myth further, as Naval Officers believed that if they were being sold an inferior gin or alcohol, thus the reason they'd attempt to ignite it to prove its authenticity. Which actually would prove true because there is a state of proof at which alcohol ignites. What that proof happens to be exactly, I couldn't tell you. I'd have to say over 50% or 100 proof. Anything less is more water than alcohol if it's under 50%.
Lit alcohol goes way back. In the 1700-1800s, at least here in the U.S. there were stories of tavern owners lighting samples of whiskey that dealers brought in. If the whiskey caught fire, it was proof that it wasn’t watered down, meaning cask strength, or between 50-60 percent ABV. Things are a lot more scientific these days. We now know that it’s the alcohol vapor that catches fire, not the liquid, just like with gasoline. More vapor comes off the alcohol as the alcohol heats up, making it easier for it to light. Colder alcohol means less vapor, which means less chance for flames. The vapor likely also impacts what you can use as a lighter. And because of the vapors on certain drinks, some prove harder to lit or harder to extinguish.
You gotta pair gin with tonic A good base to start with 1/3 gin to 2/3 tonic
This is very upsetting, Fancy Dan is provably the worlds fanciest man!!!
Jeremy is one of the best humans in existence and im glad you are friends.
He is a dapper and fun gentleman ;-)
Was the best experience on our first visit to crowded barrel.
We all need more Jeremy in our lives
My God yall make me miss Texas. Nearly 7 years between Austin and San Marcos, and I miss what that area was. 2010-2012 Austin was so fucking amazing, I cannot describe. You had to be there.
I've lived in Austin area for many years.
Was born in Lampasas in 58.
Lots of changes some good some bad.
Love the whiskey and beer industry that's cropped up.
I am head over heels in love with this man. More of Jeremy PLEASE!
Also, I love to mess with people by telling them gin is essentially a flavored vodka. It makes some people real mad.
Nope, other way around.
Vodka is just unfinished Gin.
@@DH-xw6jp I am unopposed to this reading of the situation
I always just called it flower vodka or vodka with grass
"That like fixed my posture"... I chuckled loudly
I’ve watched the last episode Jeremy was on three times now. He’s a wonderfully entertaining chap. Very happy you got him back on - and to talk about my second favourite spirit! Double bonus.
Jeremy is definitely one of the fan favorites. He's always so fun. Love the whole grew, they all work so well together.
As a German, i am happy that you've shown Monkey 47. More so that it is your favorite of the bunch.
My recommendation is Genever (gin is descendent of genever) and it comes with wood aging. Bols, Zuidam and Filliers are one of the best brands available.
And one of the best gins that I’ve had is Nordes Atlantic Galician Gin. This week’s episode is once again great.
On the topic of Fever-Tree: So many gins are just PERFECT with their Mediterranean tonic rather than the usual Indian tonic. Worth knowing the difference, especially as it makes Roku G&Ts EXCELLENT
Roku with the yuzu & lime soda water from Fevertree and a splash of Yuzu extract is an incredible summer drink.
So indian is quinine? What is Mediterranean?
I love Saturday morning cartoons only now with whiskey 🥃 🦧
It's 5 in the afternoon where I live so no breakfast whiskey for me but as im a fancy lad, it's a pre dinner whisky for me.
@@Coentjemons cheers from San Antonio Texas home of the Alamo 🏰 💣 where you from brotha 🤙🏻🇺🇸
@@wyattterrell that's the single most Texas reply I've ever seen. Cheers brother. I whiskey with magnificence from Eemnes, The Netherlands.
@@Coentjemons ah hell yeah cowboys are basically just redneck vikings anyway if your ever in town I got a box of cigars a bottle of Texas whiskey and some incredible BBQ to share 🚬🥃🍗🍖
14:44 Roku is my favorite Gin, nice to see it here ^^
When Jeremy is in a tribe video it’s ALWAYS a home run!! Great video😎
"Douche me baby" immediately followed by close up of Rex's face making the same exact expression I had when he said that 😂😂😂😂
Love it!
I request more episodes with him in them, about probably anything
11:08 this line is amazing, I would laugh at this 100 times over. Jeremy is the best guest!
I love listening to jeremy hes so intelligent and also funny it be amazing to just sit down and discuss wiskey or anything else.
Jeremy is the world's saviour of fun conversation with word play, great to watch and listen to. More please!
Empress Gin from Canada is great stuff. I also like Drumshanbo Irish Gunpowder Gin....and Citadelle Gin from France. All of them are not Juniper dominate or forward. If you want a drink for nosing and tasting complexity try Monkey 47 from Germany.
Would've loved for you to taste a nordic gin too. The classic number one is Kyrö Napue gin from Finland, which was selected the best gin in the world in 2015, but there's also Arctic Blue gin, which has more berry notes, blueberry and stuff, and from the other nordic countries Hernö gin from Sweden and Skagerrak gin from Norway are just absolutely amazing also!
Thanks for dropping some reqs! Sounds lovely
Highly reccomend trying Härnö Gin's juniper cask gin. That one is amazing!
Not a dedicated Gin drinker but Kyrö Gins are amazing!
What a great suggestion, K_A! I will focus my research on Nordic gins forthwith and without delay!
@@jeremygrigg2798 another recommendation for a Nordic (Swedish) gin is Fräkne tång. I have tried as many Swedish made gins I could afford and Fräkne tång is the best one so far. They also have a navy strength version. One of the botanical it is flavoured with is seaweed (tång in Swedish) and to be honest my two favorite gins are both flavoured with seaweed. I don't know if it is in my head because I love to sail and live in the Stockholm archipelago or if the seaweed actually makes the gin better.
MORE JEREMY!!! Jeremy is hilarious, and has great chemistry with you guys!
The Botanist is one of my favorite Gins out there, I love it on the rocks or in a gin and tonic or martini with grapefruit bitters
I was glad to see Roku in this. It is my personal favorite. My wife and I have been exploring gin over the past year or so for those hot days or the days where we want something a bit brighter, so this was a super fun episode. Jeremy is also always great!
I have had and in many cases, currently own all of these gins except the Junipero. Awesome video.
As a whiskey drinker who wants to branch into the world of gin, this could not have come at a better time!
It would be interesting for you guys to dive into the grandmother of gin: jenever. Its diversity from old to new style, type of used grains, barrel aging, herbs/spices creates endless options.
It's utterly refreshing to see and hear a truly couth fellow Australian.
Any episode with Jeremey on is a good time, the man has unparalleled charisma, absolutely wonderful video!
Please, bring Jeremey back as often as he's willing. He was brilliant the first visit and brilliant again here and now I want some gin.
List: Tanqueray, Junipero, Hayman’s Old Tom, Empress 1908 Indigo, Hendrick’s, The Botanist, Roku, Monkey 47.
This line up I only haven’t tried the Junipero, but I would pretty much rank them in the exact same order in preference, last being my favourite.
Get some Jack Rudy tonic and follow the directions using Hendricks gin. It is a cucumber gin with no juniper. You'll mix it with club soda over ice and it is superbly balanced and refreshing on a hot day.
Single Malter here, just now getting into gin and gin cocktails. This is a great video thank you. Thank you for introducing CB Distillery. Austin on my radar!
I love this series of videos. I always walk away with something i want to try. In your Rum video I found what has been by far my favorite rum. I hate gin but a few of these sound interesting and I shall have to try them.
As a teen made Sloe gin fizzes with cheap Sloe gin. Recently bought Plymouth Sloe gin and drank the complete bottle as a neat sipper. Was really good stuff.
The word hussy is one of my favorites and I use it constantly. Thank you for bringing it back to the mainstream. 😁
The Roku Gin, I found it was pretty awesome to lime rub the rim of a glass with a single cube of ice with gin poured over it. Was incredibly refreshing when hot or muggy outside. One of my favorite drinks.
Damn, I think any spirit would be heightened by his presentation idea he gave at the end!
My favorite gin is an old Tom gin that is finished in used whiskey barrels made in North Dakota. Having the whiskey finish makes it go really well on a whiskey drinkers palate.
Gin is my favorite spirit. I have watched your channel for a long time and this video was great. It was a great lineup for a gin novice. The lineup was a great mix and all of them are easily accessible. I started my gin journey about 8 years ago. I always say to people who say they don't like gin is they just haven't had the right one the right way.
There's a gin I love called Griffo. It's from a distillery in Petaluma, California. It's got such a strong citrus flavor and I've never found anything like it. I always ask for gins with a heavy citrus note, but none of them ever have as pronounced a citrus flavor, or are as easy to drink.
Love The Botanist. Would also recommend Cruxland, Nordes, and Roots of Ruin.
Oh man you need this guy back pronto 😂😂much love from New Zealand
I want to thank you for this. When drinking on a budget it is nice to have these group reviews to help me decide where to buy my next buzz. Thank you for this Gin Episode!
Roku with fever tree elderflower tonic is one of my fave drinks
Great episode! Gin has always been strange to me because the few I have tried have been repulsive on their own. I definitely want to go back and try again with some of the gins mentioned in the video.
Tanqueray is always a good starter. Aviation isn't mentioned in this video but it's an alternative that's more light on the juniper and more citrusy.
Excited for this. My experience with gin is bargain basement only, so this will be neat!
We have seen a lot of great people in this channel but Jeremy has to be the funniest one yet. Great video
I love that they used the Good tonic water and the refreshingly light version! Just need a lime and it's perfect !!
Great choice, Monkey 47 is one of my favourites 😁
The distillery that makes the 1908 empress makes a barrel aged gin called Oaken that is amazing.
Beautiful Episode. My go to for sipping are the Botanist and various Hendricks. Go to for mixing is Sipsmith.
Pro-tip: The Cocchi Vermouth di Torino makes a mean Manhattan as well, especially with a good Rye and few dashes of Angostura bitters. One of my go-to drinks when I'm looking for a cocktail.
Fantastic Gin video. Mainly a whiskey drinker, but love Gin once in a while. Learned a ton and enjoyed this video immensely!
Loved this video. I'm a big gin fan. I always have a bottle of Monkey 47 sitting in the freezer. Jeremy hit so many great ones. I'd add the Malfy line from Italy for some great flavors. Their Rosa gin which is grapefruit is extraordinary. Some of the high proof Navy strength gins are perfect for cocktails. Fords has navy strength 109 proof gin that is aged in sherry casks that whiskey fans would really love. This is fantastic content.
Lee, we actually had the Malfy Lemon Gin in the tasting line-up, but we had to drop it due to time constraints. Totally agree with you, they make a delicious range of gins!
Jeremy you beautiful human, I need you to do more episodes with Brianna and Rex. It is too delectable
Uncle Vals Botanical Gin is my absolute favorite. Botanical gins are much preferred to me over london dry.
Monkey 47 is amazing. Mixed with Dolan Blanc, it makes the most opal colored martini you'll ever see. And it tastes wonderful
Empress 1908 is made not far from where I live. They distill it is a suburb of Victoria called Sydney, beautiful little coastal town. Right next door to the Salish Sea aquarium.
I love gin! Thank you for making a video about gin! Hendricks and beefeater for me are the best! Many thanks
Seven Three distillery makes Gentilly Gin one of my favorites flavored with elderflower and persimmon.
St George’s Terroir Gin reminds me of camping in the forest
I've always liked Gin, and when I was more of a drinker than I am now, my go to was Tanqueray and Tonic with a slice of lime. I may have to try some of these.
I was waiting on the edge of my seat for Jeremy to whip out The Botanist! It's my favorite gin and a perfect liquid. Use it in a French 75 and be happy.
London dry gin in a Tom Collins is one of my favourite drinks for a roasting day in the summer
This was delightful. I’d love to see them try St. George’s Terroir!
My absolute favorite!
Gin and ginger-ale have been a go to of mine since college...over a decade ago!
That first joke in the intro, projecting perhaps me thinks lol.
Loved this episode
Love the botanist and monkey 47 - definitely up there - there's also illusionist, fun for the party tricks :)
I love gin, it is so versitile and every distillery can be VERY different.
Monkey 47 is my favorite Gin to! London No 3 is my 2nd Favorite (Simple but a lot of Juniper and Citrus Pop)
I now have a bunch of Gin to try. I'm glad you guys showcased your aged Gin, i haven't had it YET. I do like one of your competitors aged Gins though. Waterloo Antique Gin.
Good lord. I've been using theginisin for 10+ years, I completely agree. They've done an amazing job over the years of curating to the visitor and of the 100's of gins I've had over the years, they're spot on. I'm beyond happy to see them recognized.
I suppose if it's my time to shine, my recommendations are the following: The Botanist for herbal and juniper front, Monkey 47 for possibly the neatest gin with a complex mouth feel, Bombay Sapphire East for the perfect Gin and Tonic. For Tonic: Fever Tree for flavor and carbonation, period.
Cut of lime, squeeze, gin, 5 cubes of ice, tonic water to the brim.
If you want to impress, 1 leaf Thai Basil, scratched, on top.
When I was 18 (legal age in Alberta), I discovered I loved cocktails! Especially hi-balls and Paralyzers. My work mom encouraged me to try martinis, but said: Never get gin. It's terrible.
As a youngun, new to the ways of spirits, I trusted her advice.
20+ years later, shortly before turning 39, I tried some gin from a local distillery and was amazed at how absolutely AWESOME! it was!
Now I have about 30 or so different gins, running the gamut from small batch, 100% local ingredients, all the way up to at least one commercial gin.
great video! as a gin lover this was great to see!
Lovely episode! I do believe using sweet vermouth makes it a martinez.
Uncle Val’s botanical is phenomenal… on chipped ice or w/ a juice. Bluecoat barrel aged is another wonderful gin on ice.
Gin is my go to spring/summer drink and Whisky is my fall/winter drink
i was so happy to see empress!!! it's my favorite for sure
Saving this one for later, always good to expand on flavors
I think you've got the name for the next blend you make: The Hussy.
Gotta save that name for something that's had a little bit of everything in it. 🤔
Jeremy is a master with language isn't he?
Just popped open M47 today and it’s so worth it. Rewatching this episode to drink with you guys again. Cheers!😂
Nice segment. I’m not a whiskey person, but I’m definitely a gin person, so I’m glad I stumbled over this channel. I agree that Monkey 47 is still the best overall gin, and because of this segment, I’ll be adding Hayman’s to my grocery list, which I’ve never tried. For those who may be interested, I would definitely recommend Bereksten, Pickering’s, and Martin Miller’s (by far the best gin specifically for gin & tonic, in my humble opinion).
Totally agree, D H. Martin Miller's is my favorite house gin and is a divinely elegant tipple. Glad you enjoyed the segment.
We LOVE our Gin. Like wine and whiskey, Gin nowadays offers so many fun flavor profiles. And we also love the fevertree Light tonic.
After living in Scotland for almost 16 years, by far my favourite gin is Caorunn. Not even sure if you guys can get it over there but a bottle doesn't last long!
Roku is an awesome gin. Cool bottle and makes for delicious cocktails
"You're Welcome" immediately purchased. Can't wait to try it!
I'm glad we both agree that Monkey 47 is the best gin ever. I was surprised the first time I tried it and it felt like there was an entire field of flowers in my mouth. No other gin has ever surpassed Monkey 47.
We were in Louisville last year and all the Bourbon distillery tours were booked. We visited Copper & Kings instead, and they were AMAZING! Great gin that was fragrant and approachable, and fantastic people. Rosewater and apples? Divine. Check it out if you're in the area!
once i clear the tears of laughter from my eyes I'm going to try one of those gins.
Love Gin, thanks for the tasting, it’s a great change for the palate
A few things from a primary-gin drinker.
1. Personally, I can't stand London Dry styles, so very glad that you got to try others including my standards (Botanist and all the varieties of Hendrick's). Monkey 47 is still my favorite with that complexity.
2. For Old Tom Gin, please for the love of charred barrels, go get a bottle of Ransom Old Tom Gin. Hayman's isn't anything like the real stuff was. Ransom is a re-discovered (made off an old recipe) barrel-aged Old Tom in the style that was the primary American-made Gin pre-prohibition. It's definitely going to be right up your alley with the earthy barrel notes you're used to.
3. For something local to us in Texas that isn't like drinking a juniper tree, try the Meridian Gin from Fox & Seeker out of Houston TX. By far the best Texas gin I've had.
4. Others to try to get more varieties in: Jenever (as others have said); Plymouth Gin (Bols is the easiest brand to get here in CenTex) for an old English style that's super light and refreshing; Aviation Gin - to try a celebrity spirit that isn't total trash; Nikka Coffey Gin from Japan - super citrus forward.
Good stuff from Jeremy - Fever Tree is a game changer in the G&T world - hot summer's day Hendrick's G&T using Fever Tree and with the essential sliced cucumber - a revelation when I first tried it 15 or so years ago.
Weather is warming up...tiki and gin cocktails are my go to. Elderflower liquor and Velvet Falernum pair well with gin
Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin. You’re welcome.
You three rocked this episode. Nice!
Love gin, been getting into it lately. Very timely, very lovely.
I really enjoy gin so this video was super fun to me and actually gave me at least one to try. 3 of my favorites were in the video which was awesome to see. I really like Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin.
You guys really should do an episode about barrel aged gins! Beehive Distilling in Utah has a great one.
Ungava Gin from Quebec is produced from local botanicals found around Ungava Bay. Very unique flavour and a yellowish colour. Not widely available but worth searching out. Gin Mare from Spain is also very unique, very Mediterranean herb based.
So glad they mentioned monkey 47. I ended up trying it by total chance in Scotland and it now one of my favorites.
Gin has always reminded me of pinesol whenever I've had it
Brooklyn Gin...best I've ever had. Wish I could find it other places that online.
I've never been into gin. I was introduced to Isle of Harris Gin (Scotland), and now I'm on board. So tasty, I'm open to trying more now. I'd love to see a review of Isle of Harris!