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{{Infobox | |||
| name = Gordon's Gin | | name = Gordon's Gin | ||
| image = | | image = Gordon's_Gin_Bottle.jpg | ||
| caption = | | caption = A bottle of Gordon's Gin | ||
| type = Gin | | type = [[Gin]] | ||
| origin = United Kingdom | | manufacturer = [[Diageo]] | ||
| origin = [[United Kingdom]] | |||
| introduced = 1769 | | introduced = 1769 | ||
| | | alcoholbyvolume = 37.5% - 47.3% | ||
| proof = 75 - 94.6 | |||
| related = [[Tanqueray]], [[Bombay Sapphire]] | |||
}} | }} | ||
'''Gordon's Gin''' is a | '''Gordon's Gin''' is a brand of [[gin]] produced in the [[United Kingdom]]. It is one of the best-selling gins in the world and is known for its distinctive taste and high quality. The gin is produced by [[Diageo]], a multinational alcoholic beverages company. | ||
==History== | |||
Gordon's Gin was first produced in 1769 by [[Alexander Gordon]], a [[Scotland|Scottish]] distiller. Gordon established a distillery in the Southwark area of [[London]], where he developed a recipe for a gin that would become renowned for its purity and taste. The original recipe has remained unchanged since its creation. | |||
== | ==Production== | ||
Gordon's Gin is made using a combination of [[juniper berries]], [[coriander]], [[angelica root]], and other botanicals. The exact recipe is a closely guarded secret, known only to a few people within the company. The gin is distilled three times to ensure its high quality and smoothness. | |||
===Ingredients=== | |||
* [[Juniper berries]] | |||
* [[Coriander]] | |||
* [[Angelica root]] | |||
* [[Licorice]] | |||
* [[Orris root]] | |||
* [[Orange peel]] | |||
* [[Lemon peel]] | |||
== | ==Varieties== | ||
Gordon's Gin is available in several varieties, each with its own unique characteristics: | |||
Gordon's Gin | * '''Gordon's London Dry Gin''': The original and most popular variety, known for its crisp, clean taste. | ||
* '''Gordon's Premium Pink Distilled Gin''': A pink gin infused with the natural sweetness of raspberries and strawberries. | |||
* '''Gordon's Sloe Gin''': A sweet, fruity gin made with sloe berries. | |||
* '''Gordon's Elderflower Gin''': A gin infused with the delicate flavor of elderflower. | |||
== | ==Consumption== | ||
Gordon's Gin is commonly used in a variety of [[cocktails]] and mixed drinks. Some popular cocktails that feature Gordon's Gin include: | |||
* [[Gin and tonic]] | |||
* [[Martini (cocktail)|Martini]] | |||
* [[Negroni]] | |||
* [[Tom Collins]] | |||
== | ==Cultural Impact== | ||
Gordon's Gin has been a staple in the world of spirits for over 250 years. It has been featured in numerous films, television shows, and literature, often associated with sophistication and elegance. | |||
==See Also== | |||
* [[Gin]] | |||
* [[Diageo]] | |||
* [[Cocktail]] | |||
== External | ==External Links== | ||
* [https://www.gordonsgin.com/ Official Gordon's Gin Website] | |||
{{Alcoholic beverages}} | |||
{{Gin}} | |||
[[Category:Gin]] | [[Category:Gin brands]] | ||
[[Category:British | [[Category:Diageo brands]] | ||
[[Category:British brands]] | |||
[[Category:Products introduced in 1769]] | |||
Latest revision as of 21:34, 1 January 2025
Gordon's Gin
| Type | Gin |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Diageo |
| Distributor | |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Region of origin | |
| Introduced | 1769 |
| Discontinued | |
| Alcohol by volume | |
| Proof (US) | 75 - 94.6 |
| Colour |
Gordon's Gin is a brand of gin produced in the United Kingdom. It is one of the best-selling gins in the world and is known for its distinctive taste and high quality. The gin is produced by Diageo, a multinational alcoholic beverages company.
History[edit]
Gordon's Gin was first produced in 1769 by Alexander Gordon, a Scottish distiller. Gordon established a distillery in the Southwark area of London, where he developed a recipe for a gin that would become renowned for its purity and taste. The original recipe has remained unchanged since its creation.
Production[edit]
Gordon's Gin is made using a combination of juniper berries, coriander, angelica root, and other botanicals. The exact recipe is a closely guarded secret, known only to a few people within the company. The gin is distilled three times to ensure its high quality and smoothness.
Ingredients[edit]
Varieties[edit]
Gordon's Gin is available in several varieties, each with its own unique characteristics:
- Gordon's London Dry Gin: The original and most popular variety, known for its crisp, clean taste.
- Gordon's Premium Pink Distilled Gin: A pink gin infused with the natural sweetness of raspberries and strawberries.
- Gordon's Sloe Gin: A sweet, fruity gin made with sloe berries.
- Gordon's Elderflower Gin: A gin infused with the delicate flavor of elderflower.
Consumption[edit]
Gordon's Gin is commonly used in a variety of cocktails and mixed drinks. Some popular cocktails that feature Gordon's Gin include:
Cultural Impact[edit]
Gordon's Gin has been a staple in the world of spirits for over 250 years. It has been featured in numerous films, television shows, and literature, often associated with sophistication and elegance.
See Also[edit]
External Links[edit]
