Chapter 18: Gin
Needle Gin (DE)
Alcohol: 40%
STORY: A classic gin carries a bit of British, Dutch, Spanish and of course German history. But a Black Forest gin like Needle not only combines the best of the classic gin, but also impresses with a uniqueness that only a real Black Forest can give the gin. The green apothecary bottle contains a distillate whose classic base is the aromatic juniper berries. The taste is also characterized by floral lavender combined with the typical spiciness of ginger. The Needle also pampers you with a citrus note from sun-ripened lemons and oranges of the best quality. There is also a touch of the Orient through the addition of allspice and cinnamon. But it is only through the hand-picked spruce needles that the Needle lives up to its name and thus gets its unmistakable character.
Needle is all about the Black Forest, because with a lot of heart, passion and commitment a product was created that is created and loved in the beautiful Black Forest in Baden.
TASTE: The Needle Black Forest Dry Gin tastes like the Black Forest itself. The exceptional spruce needle botanical paired with the freshness of juniper, lemon and ginger make Needle a truly exceptional gin that stands out from the crowd.
DRINK: The Needle actually speaks for itself, which is why we recommend an extra dry tonic that does not block the infallible taste of the Needle, but rather supports it.
Price:
25ml – 3.50 EUR
50ml – 6.50 EUR
Aviation (US)
Alcohol: 42%
“I’ve tried every gin on the planet and Aviation is, hands down, the best.
Also, I don’t recommend trying every gin on the planet. Stick with this one.”
– Ryan Reynolds
The Aviation Gin is labeled as “American Dry Gin”, meaning that the flavor profile is less associated with juniper flavor. Seven botanicals are used in its production: juniper, lavender, sweet and bitter orange peel, cardamom, coriander, Indian sarsaparilla and anise. The gin is distilled twice. The gin was named after a classic cocktail called Aviation. In 2018, actor Ryan Reynolds acquired a stake in the brand.
This is one of the best balanced gins out there. Very tasty when sipping pure at room temperature, but does wonders in combination with Aqua Monaco Extra Dry for real gin lovers.
Price:
25ml – 4.50 EUR
50ml – 8.50 EUR
Rammstein Schwarz Blueberry Gin (DE)
Alcohol: 40%
Rammstein “Black” Gin is based on traditional botanicals such as juniper, coriander seeds, angelica root, lemongrass and cardamom capsules. Elderberry and bold flavours of raspberries and blueberries are added to enhance the unique colour and fruity taste. This special gin is the perfect companion for G&T’s or cocktails in an exclusive purple hue.
Price:
25ml – 5.00 EUR
50ml – 9.50 EUR
Skagerrak (NO)
Alcohol: 44.9%
Skagerrak Nordic Dry Gin is the result of a collaboration between Arcus and a handful of top Nordic bartenders from Norway, Sweden and Denmark.
The gin reflects Scandinavia and the Nordic botanicals, making it a unique yet classic and extremely well made gin. The botanicals used from the Nordic region include sea buckthorn, rosehip and seaweed, as well as caraway to illustrate the relationship with aquavit. The result is a crisp, fresh and extremely tasty gin that we can really recommend.
Price:
25ml – 4.50 EUR
50ml – 8.50 EUR
Gunpowder Irish Gin (IE)
Alcohol: 43%
The secret of success and at the same time what is special about the juniper schnapps can be deciphered from the name: The English term “gun powder” is generally used to describe gunpowder, but what is meant in this case is the so-called Gunpowder Tea, a Chinese tea with an unusual shape to the flakes, which are the main ingredient in flavouring.
In terms of taste and aroma, the Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin steps out of line without being too exotic. In addition to classic ingredients such as juniper berries, coriander seeds and citrus fruit peel, the botanicals also include tea. Grapefruit, lime and lime give the juniper schnapps a sour, fruity freshness that contrasts nicely with the oriental flavour. The gin from the copper pot still has an alcohol content that is neither too high nor too low.
We recommend it pure or in combination with Aqua Monaco Extra Dry Tonic.
Price:
25ml – 5.50 EUR
50ml – 10.50 EUR