Gin

Question 1

What is Gin?

Answer 1

Gin is a distilled alcoholic beverage primarily flavored with juniper berries. It is typically made from a neutral grain spirit that is redistilled with juniper and other botanicals, such as coriander, citrus peel, and angelica root. Gin is known for its distinctive botanical flavor and is commonly used in a variety of cocktails.

Question 2

True or false
Dutch Genever is made from a malted spirit and must have juniper

Answer 2

True

Question 3

True or false
Aquavit is a Scandinavian spirit made with a neutral base and must have Caraway, and often times dill

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What is the correct spec (recipe) of a classic gin martini? What is the build (how do you make it), the correct glassware and garnish?

Answer 4

2.5 ounces gin
0.5 dry vermouth

Fill mixing glass with Gin and dry vermouth stir mixture until well chilled strain into chilled martini glass garnish with lemon twist or olive.

Question 5

Name another classic gin cocktail? Bonus points for the correct specs, build, glassware and garnish

Answer 5

Negroni

1 ounce of gin
1 ounce of Campari
1 ounce sweet vermouth

Fill mixing glass with ice add gin Campari and sweet Vermouth stir until well chilled strain into rocks glass filled with ice garnish with orange twist