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Did you know gin is something you can make at home? Distilled gin is made when juniper berries and botanicals are added during the first or second distillation, while compound gin is created when juniper berries and botanicals are added to a distilled spirit to infuse the flavors. If you want to make your own compound gin, experiment with these basic guidelines and your favorite botanicals to create an A+ solution.
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If you’ve ever wondered which gin makes the best G&T, what the difference is between Old Tom and London Dry, or even how to infuse your own, this is the class for you. Enjoy a crash course in popular styles along with cocktail recipes and a final project.
When you walk through our adult beverage department, you might notice that gin comes in a few distinct categories. While some styles are determined by where they’re made, others have legal specifications, such as how the gin is made. Two great gin varieties include Old Tom and Plymouth.
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For a classic gin, look no further than London Dry. Despite the name, London Dry Gin is a legal specification but not geographic, which means it can be made anywhere. This style of gin cannot contain artificial flavors or colors, and only water, neutral-grain spirit and sugar may be added after distillation. While it’s been the most popular style for centuries, others are gaining speed.
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Often called New Western or New American, this newer style of gin has no legal or geographic laws. Essentially, any gin that doesn’t fall in another category fits here. Distillers may put their own twist on the classic style, and while juniper is always used, it’s not always the dominant flavor. This style is gaining popularity worldwide, especially here in the U.S.
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