This was the beverage of choice for the working classes in the early days of production. Not as popular as London Dry Gin, the process is making something of a comeback lately.Īnother that had fallen out of favor but is seeing some renewed interest today, Old Toms are characterized by sugar in the re-distillation making then sweeter than a London Dry. The process lends itself to barrel-aging, whereas making English gins is a very quick process, sometimes taking no longer than a day. It is defined by getting its juniper flavor from neutral spirits (grain alcohol) re-distilled with botanicals, with nothing added after the re-distillation process.Ī genever starts with a malted grain mash, more like whiskey. Probably the most familiar and curiously one that does not have to be made in London. You may find any number of other botanicals included in yours, depending on brand, from citrus peels, licorice, coriander, flowers, and bitter almonds, to some that even contain cinnamon and nutmeg. There is no set in stone requirement for how much just that it must have the predominant flavor of juniper. And the juniper berry is really the only thing all of them have in common leading to the obvious pine-ish scent they all carry. The dictionary definition is that of a neutral grain spirit re-distilled with botanicals, most significantly the well-known juniper. It was the drink of choice for the very poor and drink a lot of it they did! The irony is that for a very long time, this liquor was actually distilled in back alleys and bathtubs. Those origins pretty much fly in the face of how most of us think of it today, a totally English and very proper addition to G & T’s and the quintessential part of a classic dry martini. Who doesn’t love the idea of combining apple, lemon, and ginger beer? Adding Hendrick’s to that mix was unique to me but what a great result it was! My time investment is shortened and you get a tried and true cocktail that I post because I loved it too. If the result is a great cocktail like this one we all win. While I do love experimenting with cocktails I’m also not adverse to using a brand’s recipe as a matter of fact I welcome them. Similar ingredients but totally different with the addition of a spirit which carries the aroma and taste of juniper.
So my interest was piqued when I saw a recipe for a Gin, Apple Cider, and Ginger Beer Cocktail. One of the most visited cocktails in these pages and one I consider as my quintessential Fall drink, is this Bourbon and Apple Cider Cocktail. Combining gin, apple cider, lemon juice and ginger beer in an ice cold beverage garnished with nutmeg. On a small plate, combine 1 tbsp sugar with ½ tsp cinnamon, place the rim of the glass on the cinnamon sugar and twist until the rim is covered.Jump to Recipe Print Recipe This Gin, Apple Cider and Ginger Beer Cocktail is fantastic. To do this, simply rub a cut lemon on the edge of the glass. I also added a cinnamon sugar rim to the glasses to make them extra festive! Top with champagne and garnish with skewered apple pieces or cinnamon sticks. You could easily multiply the ingredients by 5, 10 or more to make a punch recipe for all of the guests at your holiday party!Ĭombine the cider, vodka, cinnamon, nutmeg and maple syrup in a shaker with ice. It’s the perfect breakfast cocktail in the fall months, and also great for holiday parties! This Apple Cider Champagne Cocktail could also be called a “Fall-mosa”, as it’s basically an Apple Cider Mimosa! It’s filled with the delicious flavors of fall like maple syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg! Rich apple cider is paired with sparkling champagne and vodka to make a festive fall apple cider champagne cocktail! This fall mimosa recipe is easy to make in just 5 minutes, perfect for autumn brunches or holiday parties!