Gin has become, over the years, one of the most popular drinks in the world. Its centuries-old history creates numerous stories and curiosities about it, which often not even the most passionate drinkers know. Production, cultivation, history. Let's take a look at 8 curiosities about gin that might surprise you!

1. We have always said that gin and tonic is a great medicine!

Gin was used in the British colonies to cover the taste of quinine, the antimalarial used at the time, which was very bitter and difficult to drink. Quinine was dissolved in carbonated water, thus creating tonic water. Is it a pairing that tells you something?

2. Appearance sometimes deceives

The juniper berry... It is not a berry. It is in fact a cone of scaly and pruinous seeds, commonly called berry for its appearance.

3. Tasting as a true expert

It will not be the maximum of pleasure, but the best method of tasting a gin is at room temperature, diluting it with an equal measure of water. It is the way to notice all its qualities and even its defects. Do you want to taste a new gin every month?

4. The popularity of gin

Gin is the most present ingredient in the various cocktails! The most popular are Martini, Negroni and G&T.

5. The expert

As soon as you have the opportunity to talk about gin with someone (we know what happens!) he tells about the fashion drink in 1923, the Gin Twist. Gin, lemon juice, liquid sugar and hot water. The compound was mentioned in numerous publications of the time! For more modern pairings, check out our recipe book!

6. Botanicals and spices

Gin and curry, despite their respective complexities, match very well. Their peculiarities do not cover those of the other element.

7. Gourmet

The first known pairing for gin dates back to 1731: it was recommended with gingerbread and is a tradition still present in some parts of England.

8. Agriculture in gin

Although it is hard to believe, only a small percentage of junipers to prepare gin are grown. Most berries are harvested from wild plants.