Hacking The Hue – Gin and the effects of opacity and color upon flavor

Hacking The Hue – Gin and the effects of opacity and color upon flavor

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While gin tends to be thought of as a transparent spirit similar in appearance to vodka or white rum, the reality is that the appearance of gin is just as variable as its many flavor profiles. From transparent, translucent and opaque all the way through to cloudy, gin is an incredibly varied spirit, something that’s a testament to its enduring popularity.What is the perfect hue of a Gin & Tonic?Translucent, Opaque or a blue hue. Not clear, not cloudy or milky.When gin is distilled it captures the oils from five up to fifty or more different botanicals. As a result, the ideal product is one that contains a balanced blend of each botanical oil, creating a harmonious flavor profile that is both bold and stable. A good way to judge…
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For Millennials, GIN is in

For Millennials, GIN is in

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In recent years, gin has enjoyed a rapid rise in popularity, unlike anything the spirits industry has seen in the modern era. Once considered old fashioned, these days gin is going through a startling renaissance as drinkers across the world wake up to the charms of this sophisticated spirit.Perhaps somewhat surprisingly, the gin trend has proven to be strongest among millennials, with those in the 25-30-year-old bracket experimenting with and consuming the most gin of all worldwide. With a little consideration though, it’s really no surprise at all that young professionals are turning to gin as their go-to spirit of choice. For starters, gin is a low-calorie alternative to other spirits which are often mixed with sugary sodas, with gin most commonly enjoyed partnered with tonic water. In addition, gin…
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Alcatraz Views

Alcatraz Views

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How To Make Alcatraz Views 2 Parts Coit Earl Grey Tea Gin .25 Part Mandarine Napoléon Orange Liqueur 1 Part Fresh Lemonade 1 Part Regatta Ginger Beer Garnish with Fresh Mint and Tajin Rim Method: Rim One Side of Glass with Lime and Tajin. Add all ingredients into a tall mixing glass and stir, transfer over fresh ice in the Rimmed Glass. Garnish with Mint. Drinks by Niccole
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Mint Tulip Cocktail

Mint Tulip Cocktail

Cocktail
How To Make Mint Tulip Cocktail Ice 2.5 oz of Coit Bourbon 1 tsp simple syrup (1:1 concentration) 4 Bruised mint leaves Fill a glass with ice, add ingredients, muddle & chill. Strain over one large ice cube in a rocks glass. Garnish with a mint leaf.
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Sazerac Cocktail

Sazerac Cocktail

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How To Make Sazerac Cocktail Absinthe, to rinse 2 oz Coit Bourbon 1 tsp simple syrup (1:1 concentration) 1⁄2 tsp cold water 5 dashes Peychaud’s bitters Absinthes rinse a glass, discard excess & set aside. In a mixing glass add other ingredients on ice, stir & chill, then strain into the prepared glass. Twist lemon peel into a twirl, balance on the rim.
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Old Fashioned Cocktail

Old Fashioned Cocktail

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How To Make Old Fashioned Cocktail Ice 2 oz of Coit Bourbon 1 tsp simple syrup (1:1 concentration) Two dashes Peychaud bitters Garnish with orange peel, flame the orange peel for flavor and WOW factor. The corn and rye grains provide the backbone, the wheat uplifts both aroma & flavor, and the barley harmonizes all three.
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Coit G&T Cocktail

Coit G&T Cocktail

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How To Make Coit G&T Cocktail A G&T is a perfect way to express the tea notes. 50ml Coit Spirits Earl Grey Gin 150ml Tonic Water Garnish with orange peel, and for a flare add thyme and red peppercorns. Our Earl Grey Gin is produced with the TEA in the still. The Distillation captures the pure essence of the black tea and bergamot citrus.
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Brit 75 Cocktail

Brit 75 Cocktail

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How To Make Brit 75 Cocktail 1.0 oz Coit Earl Grey Gin 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice 0.5 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water) Sparkling wine Orange peel twist Fill a shaker with ice, add tea infused gin, lemon juice, syrup and shake vigorously. Strain into a chilled champagne glass and top with sparkling wine. Add lemon twist.
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Earl Grey Hot Punch

Earl Grey Hot Punch

Cocktail
How To Make Earl Grey Hot Punch 24oz Coit Earl Grey Gin 24oz fresh orange juice 12oz fresh lemon juice 8oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water) 24oz water Cinnamon stick, cloves, and lemon slice for garnish Combine all ingredients in a crock pot and simmer on low. Serve in a mug with a lemon slice, cinnamon stick, and cloves to garnish.
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Martini

Martini

Cocktail
How To Make Martini 80ml COIT Earl Gray gin 20ml dry vermouth Olive or lemon zest, to garnish Combine vermouth and gin in a chilled cocktail shaker with ice. Shake well until blended and chilled. Strain into a cold martini glass and garnish.
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