Saffron Gin, 70 cl

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I make this in a similar way to limoncello, with some added sugar, so it’s sweeter than regular gin, meaning you can drink it straight over ice or in a gin and tonic. Cinnamon, Coriander, Elderberry, Ginger, Grains of Paradise, Lemon, Lemongrass, Mango, Orange, Pineapple, Star of Anise, Rose, Rose Hip, and Vanilla. Strain the gin into a jug, then add about the same volume of sugar syrup and taste it, adding a little more to taste – the more sugar the smoother the flavour. I really, really like the Old Raj 55% for a sipping gin. In my opinion, it loses too much when chilled. I sip it in a snifter with a little water, more or less depending on how I feel. This is a gin that invites contemplation and relaxation. I have Old Raj 55% in a decanter on my bar.

The saffron notes don’t come through strong enough to really recommend it as a saffron-forward mixing gin. Fresh and tingly. Crafted with a rice spirit base, yellow yuzu, red shiso leaf and hinoki wood chips A fabulous gin! Makes the best martini on the planet – the Old King Cole! And, hands down, offers the richest, most flavorful gin & tonic too. I’m a big fan of Plymouth, Ford’s, and Beefeater as well – for different reasons. But, Old Raj is simply the best gin anywhere. Period. And it out to be at the price point! But, while it costs twice as much as Aviation, for example, it provides at least five times the flavor. American gin still has a long, long way to go …. Any suggestions on doing this with kumquats. Would one use the whole thing or ? (I’m just trying to imagine peeling those lil guys)Toasted Soya Beans, Sesame & Hog Plum / Chilli Oil / Charred Tomato & Timmur / Roasted Tomato & Cashew

Colorado Springs - Denver - Fort Collins - Greeley - Las Vegas - Loveland - Sheridan - Thornton - Wellington - Wheat Ridge - Windsor These include juniper, coriander, lemon, orange peel, angelica seeds, iris, fennel, plus saffron which gives a delicate spicy character. River Mentana Venetian Dry Gin. "River is a term for diamonds from rivers," says Mau, "they are the most precious diamonds, with perfect clarity, like our gin. Mentana is an ancient wheat variety that was used in the fermentation for the alcohol base. A fragrant, creamy wheat with a distinct salinity, grown close to the Venice lagoon." VermouthI have been into Saffron Gin for a few years . I like it with an orange slice and something like fever tree tonic We will produce a 100% Blue Agave Spirit. A Blanco (clear) as well as a Barreled “Reposado” and “Añejo” style versions. The Saffron Gin & Tonic works best for me with a slice of orange in preference to lime or lemon. Also very good in a Negroni with an orange twist again. A French colonial recipe of eight natural botanicals rediscovered by France's leading micro-distiller Gabriel Boudier of Dijon. Gabriel Boudier is a leading micro-distiller in Dijon France with a reputation for fine spirits since 1874. Saffron Gin is a unique recipe discovered in the archives of France's colonial past when England and France both claimed India as their jewel and gin rich in exotic botanicals was the fashion. This handcrafted, small batch pot distilled gin is made from the finest natural botanicals, in addition to the Saffron which gives a delicately spicy character, the recipe has Juniper, Coriander, Lemon, Orange Peel, Angelica Seeds, Iris and fennel, creating one of the most complex and memorable gins distilled today. Of Persian origin, saffron is the most world's most expensive piece and a timeless symbol of the city of Milan, as evidenced by its yellow risotto. Cardamom

Discover what happened next by joining us on a Sipsmith’s distillery tour. Learn the history of this fine beverage (with a ginny tipple in hand, naturally) and enjoy a tutored tasting session. Gin Gin. When I tried it, I had it neat at room temperature, then I added some icewater and it flattened out a bit, then I added ice and it lost much of its aromatic glory. Now I only drink it at room temperature. The saffron is added via post-distillation maceration, hence the beautiful Golden hue. Tasting Notes Place the peel in the bottom of a lidded clean glass jar or bottle and add the gin, using a funnel if it’s easier. Leave in a dark place for the flavours to develop; this can take from 1–3 weeks. Generally, once the peel has turned white, all its flavour has been infused. Saffron has many traditional uses. It was used as a hair and clothes dye, a sign of wealth for the rich. Cleopatra is depicted bathing in a saffron bath. Saffron also has many medicinal benefits including anti-depressant and anti-cancer properties. It is also beneficial to the eyesight. Its culinary uses are many in both sweet and savoury dishes.

Cocktails

The heady bergamot orange is a fragrant citrus that grows in France and Italy. It looks like a squat green lemon. Its juice is more acidic than lemon but its peel is uplifting – it has a deeper, almost woody citrus scent. I adore it. You can also buy bergamot lemons which look like a traditional lemon but taste sweeter, with a more orange skin; I like to use the greener bergamot oranges as they have more of the floral lemony notes I love, but both work. I have made a pretty pink-tinged blood orange version too. A local California mixologist introduced us to a wonderful martini made with the saffron gin called a Saffron Peach Martini- GB Saffron gin, fresh lemon, DaVinci Peach Syrup, Agave Nectar, shaken and garnished with fresh or frozen peach slice– wonderfully refreshing martini. also on line searches produced some other very tasty drink recipes for a very flavorful but different gin Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world. It can be used for various culinary purposes, from stew to drinks.

I made some of this, but steeped the bergamot peel for 12 months! (Using the same principle as making sloe gin – the longer the better). The peels went white so I thought it was ready. The gin without sugar added tastes very perfumey and unpleasant. I’ve never had bergamot gin so I don’t know what flavour I’m shooting for, but should I be aiming for a much more subtle bergamot flavour? Is it stewed?

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BBQ Paneer Tikka, 2 Tandoori Gobhi Aloo Sliders, Corn on the Cob, Masala Paratha, Sabzi Samosas, Chutneys Want to indulge in some luxury? Now, not only can you enjoy the juniper-flavoured goodness of gin, but saffron has also been added into the mix. Saffron is so fragrant that even the smallest amount is enough to transform a recipe. Used mainly in Indian and other Asian cuisines, the spice is reserved for only the finest dishes and is extremely expensive. The spice isn?t just simply thrown in for good measure; its use is carefully thought out and calculated. Saffron Gin, as you may have already guessed, contains this heavenly spice, but also contains many other top-quality botanicals. Joining the classic juniper berries, and not to forget the saffron, the gin also contains fennel, coriander, both lime and lemon peel, and angelica root. This winning combination of fine ingredients makes a premium gin which will excite your taste buds. Peel long strips of rind from the bergamots using a vegetable peeler, taking care not to use too much of a heavy hand, otherwise you’ll end up with a lot of bitter pith. We at NOCO Distillery believe in doing business that benefits not only us but the rest of the community as well.