r/Gin

I bought this at my local liquor store out of morbid curiosity and I don’t know what to do with it. I usually make my gins into gimlets with a splash of St. Germane but this has some weird flavors to it. Does anyone have any suggestions about what goes with this? I’m concerned about doing tonic because this already looks pretty bitter. If I wanted bitter I would be an IPA drinker.

Thanks!

Our first-ever Floriade Festival gave us an unexpected bonus: discovering Underground Spirits' limited-edition Floriade Gin! Absolute perfection in a bottle—an absolute must-try for tulip and gin enthusiasts alike.

I’ve never tried a gin from South Africa! The presentation is super pretty, I adore the box and bottle and will be keeping it.
The gin is pink in color, I’m not great at explaining flavors in gin, but I was worried this would be overly sweet, but it’s not. It is definitely more floral and fruity than herby (obviously, what with the rose and all) i wasn’t sure about it after the initial sip, but it grew on me. I think it’s a little too sweet for tonic, prefer club soda or shaken with ice.

Like I said, I’ve come back to the cornerstone of the British Empire after having left it behind when I left the uniform behind. That said, I’m rounding 40, and my tastes have changed. I was formerly a Bombay Dry and Tonic drinker @ about a 60/40 ratio, respectively. I prefer a sweeter fruity profile as I approach my rocking chair years, so I’ve been dabbling in pink gin recipes but find them boring. As follows:

Friday was Bombay Sapphire, T, and bitters

Tonite indulged in Hendricks Oasium, T, and bitters

20 years ago I wouldn’t have dared introduce different flavor profiles of gin into my system lest the ghost of Winston Churchill visit me in the night. I think I’m ready, so let’s have it!

Tanq 10 is my favorite gin for a martini. I bought this 1.75L bottle to refill the empty 750ml bottle but I think the big bottle is so striking I'm going to leave it on the bar instead. I love that they made the 1.75L look nice instead of just a jug with a handle.

Still waiting on the provenance of this bottle, but my son acquired this 1.75 of 94 proof Beefeater for me.

Served by Tom’s Watch Bar, Denver, CO

It was so smooth. Like heaven in a glass.

Been a member since about 2018. My wife joined me up as a present. Honestly, never been disappointed & always love a delivery.

For £47 (currently) it’s great value IMO. Lots of snacks, tonic & likes. Zero affiliation but found some cracking gins as a result of this😁

Making a bottle last a weekend is a challenge though 🤣🤣🤣