Today is World Gin Day! Gin seems to be an acquired taste for most people. It has a sharp flavor, rather than being sweet or smooth. Many have tried gin and tonics which seem to beckon a love it or hate it reaction, rarely in between. Which side of the line to do you fall on?
What about the world outside of the traditional gin and tonic? Perhaps you dislike gin because you haven’t tried it in the right cocktail yet. It can be mixed with a wide variety of flavors. Imagine lemongrass, black pepper or cardamom combined with the taste of juniper. The piercing notes of gin can be combined with citrus fruits, vegetables or flowers for a unique drink.
Ready to step outside your comfort zone? We’ve found five distinctive recipes for gin cocktails that use everything from fennel to mint to ginger to liven them up. Try one per night after work this week. You’re sure to find at least one that tickles your taste buds.
Here are the top 5 unique gin cocktails beyond the G & T for World Gin Day.