In addition to the botanicals gin producers can seek extra flavour and character by resting gin in casks which have been used for other purposes , a rum or bourbon cask will add character to the gin being stored in it .
With the increase in gin popularity , and some great quality gins available , it ’ s important to get good quality mixers to compliment your gin . There are some great tonic waters available like “ Fever- Tree ” and “ Fentimans ” or gin is also great with citrus fruits like bitter lemon or grapefruit . Another option is a gin turbo , which is gin , tonic and cold brew coffee ( leave the coffee to steep in cold water overnight ).
At Waitrose we have a wide selection of gins embracing the diversity in brands . The Waitrose buyers choose products to offer value , quality and variety .
Waitrose recently published a drinking trends map which noted folk in the North East were more likely to use their gin in cocktails than elsewhere in the country . Londoners added herbs to their gin and I ’ m sure in Buckinghamshire we have some adventurous tastes too !
So , whether it ’ s for cocktails or maybe a present for someone hard to buy for , now is the time to sample something new . Take some time to think about how you will drink your spirit this Christmas , drink responsibly , and enjoy all the festivities !
Wishing all Hiya Bucks readers a very Merry Christmas !
Dave Howe Team Manager Customer Service
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