WhiskyNet Insight: Experience the Mediterranean Lifestyle with Gin Mare

  • 30 Jul 2024 1:17 PM
WhiskyNet Insight: Experience the Mediterranean Lifestyle with Gin Mare
Gin Mare takes its name from the Latin term for the Mediterranean Sea, "Mare Nostrum," reflecting its deep connection to the rich and diverse cultures of the Mediterranean region.

Mediterranean is more than a place, it’s an attitude

This connection to the "Mare Nostrum" or "Our Sea" highlights the shared lifestyle and love for great food and a wonderful climate among the Mediterranean communities.

This super premium gin is a true embodiment of Mediterranean essence, crafted with botanicals sourced from the fertile lands of Greece, Italy, Spain, and France.

The signature flavour of Gin Mare comes from its key botanicals: Arbequina olives, rosemary, thyme, and basil, which lend a distinct and savoury character to this exceptional gin.

Crafting the Exceptional

The Mediterranean distillery is located on a hillside above a thriving fishing port near Barcelona where an 18th Century chapel, housing the still in which Gin Mare was first created.

Gin Mare is crafted using traditional Mediterranean techniques, from selecting premium barley to the delicate maceration and independent distilling of each botanical. The signature blending process allows each ingredient to shine, creating a gin that is both complex and harmonious.

The Unique Botanical Blend

The creation of Gin Mare is a meticulous process that honours traditional Mediterranean techniques. Each botanical is macerated to soften it and release its full flavour before being individually distilled.

This method ensures that the unique characteristics of each ingredient are preserved. The signature blending process, which adjusts for the varying acidity levels of the Arbequina olive each year, allows every botanical to express itself fully in the final product.

In celebration of its 10th anniversary, Gin Mare created a gin inspired by the iconic Italian island of Capri. With the same key botanicals as Gin Mare, the addition of lemon from the Sorrento peninsula and Italian bergamot lend Capri a citrus note that is emblematic of the Mediterranean.

Tasting Notes: A Journey Through Mediterranean Flavors

Gin Mare combines its four key botanicals with traditional gin ingredients like coriander, cardamom, citrus, and juniper berries. Gin Mare offers a fragrant and aromatic profile with herbaceous notes from thyme and rosemary, balanced by the fresh aroma of basil and the distinctive character of Arbequina olives.

The scent is further enhanced by the perfumed essence of crushed juniper and a hint of pine. This full-bodied gin has a long-lasting finish that marries the zesty flavours of coriander and tart juniper with the savoury green olive, balanced with a hint of black pepper.

Gin Mare, with its unique flavour profile, is an excellent companion for Mediterranean cuisine, a wide range of dishes, from seafood to grilled vegetables, enhancing the overall dining.

Gin Mare Cocktails: A Taste of the Mediterranean

Enjoy the essence of the Mediterranean with your own creations, surprise your friends and become the bartender that everyone wants to have around. Here you have a selection of recipes guaranteed to delight.

Gin Mare & Tonic

A classic gin and tonic with a Mediterranean twist, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

  • 50 ml Gin Mare

  • 150-200 ml Tonic Water

  • Garnish: Orange twist & rosemary sprig

Instructions:

  1. Fill a glass with ice.

  2. Add Gin Mare and top up with tonic water.

  3. Garnish with an orange twist and a sprig of rosemary.
     

Very Dirty Maretini

A sophisticated and savoury martini that brings out the best in Gin Mare's botanical blend.



Ingredients:

  • 60 ml Gin Mare

  • 10 ml Vermouth Extra Dry

  • 10 ml Mediterranean Herbs infused Olive Brine

  • 3 drops Gin Mare Mediterranean Oil

  • Garnish: Basil leaf

Instructions:

  1. Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass.

  2. Garnish with a basil leaf.
     

Bloody Mare

A Mediterranean take on the classic Bloody Mary, perfect for brunch.



Ingredients:

  • 60 ml Gin Mare

  • 200 ml Tomato Juice

  • A few dashes of tabasco and Perrins sauce

  • Squeeze of lemon juice

  • Garnish: celery

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.

  2. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice.

  3. Garnish with celery.
     

Mediterranean Smash

A refreshing cocktail that highlights the savoury botanicals of Gin Mare.

Ingredients:

  • 60 ml Gin Mare

  • 30 ml Lemon Juice

  • 25 ml Sugar Syrup

  • Basil, Rosemary, Thyme, Olive

  • Garnish: Mediterranean Bouquet

Instructions:

  1. Muddle the herbs in a shaker.

  2. Add Gin Mare, lemon juice, and sugar syrup.

  3. Shake well with ice and strain into a glass.

  4. Garnish with a bouquet of Mediterranean herbs.

Capri Sour

A citrus-forward cocktail with a creamy texture, thanks to the egg white.

Ingredients:

  • 50 ml Gin Mare Capri

  • 30 ml Lemon Juice

  • 25 ml Orange Syrup

  • 2 dashes Orange Bitter

  • 20 ml Pasteurized Egg White

  • Garnish: Orange Spaghetti

Instructions:

  1. Dry shake all ingredients (without ice) to emulsify.

  2. Add ice and shake again.

  3. Strain into a glass and garnish with orange spaghetti.
     

Whether enjoyed neat or in one of the exquisite cocktails, Gin Mare transports you to the sun-drenched coasts and vibrant communities of the Mediterranean. So, gather your friends, and toast to the Mediterranean way of life with Gin Mare.

Drink responsibly!

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