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Summer Bar Essentials 1
450
Summer Bar Essentials 1
Temporarily sold out
Summer Bar Essentials 1 is made for anyone who wants to put together a well-stocked summer bar without building it bottle by bottle. The set brings together the key styles you need for a broad drinks selection: bourbon, rum, gin, mezcal, vodka, cognac, vermouth and port.
What makes the set useful is its range. These bottles are suited to serving neat or over ice, while also giving you the base for familiar classics such as an Old Fashioned, Margarita, Gin & Tonic or Bloody Mary. It is the kind of selection that makes hosting easier, especially when different guests prefer different drinks.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see Summer Bar Essentials 1 as a practical way to create a complete home bar with a clear summer focus. The set includes Michters Us1 Small (…)Your benefit: € 12,60 / 4%
Summer Bar Essentials 2
400
Summer Bar Essentials 2
In stock
Summer Bar Essentials 2 is designed as a ready-made foundation for a summer home bar. Instead of building everything bottle by bottle, this set brings together the key spirits and drinks needed for serving neat, on the rocks or in classic cocktails.
The range is deliberately broad, with bourbon, rum, gin, mezcal, vodka, cognac, vermouth and port included. The set contains Woodford Reserve, Christian Drouin Le Gin, Nikka Coffey Vodka Incl. Doos, Graham's Six Grapes Reserve, Ulrich Vermouth Bianco, Plantation Grande Reserve, Del Maguey Mezcal Vida and Pierre Ferrand Orig.Form1840.
At Drankenshop Broekmans, we see this as a practical selection for anyone who wants a versatile bar without overthinking the starting point. It gives you bottles for guests who enjoy (…)Your benefit: € 14,79 / 5%
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about gin
What is gin?
Gin is a spirit distilled from neutral alcohol, to which juniper and other botanicals (herbs, spices and fruits) are added. Juniper berry is mandatory: without it, it cannot officially be called gin.
What is the difference between gin and gin?
Although they are related, there is a distinct difference. Jenever is the traditional Dutch/Belgian variety, often malty and fuller in flavour. Gin is lighter, fresher and mostly more focused on herbs and citrus.
What types of gin are there?
- London Dry Gin: the most classic and sleek style, with no added sugars.
- Plymouth Gin: a protected designation of origin, a little softer and earthier.
- Old Tom Gin: slightly sweeter, often used in historic cocktails.
- New Western or Contemporary Gin: more modern style in which juniper is less dominant and other botanicals play the main role.
How strong is gin?
Usually between 37.5% and 47% alcohol, depending on brand and style.
Where does gin originally come from?
Its roots are in the Low Countries, with gin being its forerunner. British soldiers took the idea to England, where gin became a huge hype in the 18th century.
What are botanicals?
These are the herbs, spices and fruits that give gin its flavour. Besides juniper, you often see coriander seed, angelica root, citrus peel, cinnamon, cardamom, lavender and more.
What gin do you use for a gin tonic?
It depends on your taste. A classic London Dry goes well with a neutral tonic, while a more floral gin can shine with a spicy or fruity tonic. Garnish (lemon, cucumber, rosemary, ...) finishes it off.
Which gin is suitable for drinking pure?
More and more premium gins are smooth and complex enough to drink pure or with a little ice. New Western styles and special cask-aged gins are particularly interesting to taste this way.
What is the difference between gin and vodka?
Both are neutral distillates, but with gin, botanicals are co-distilled or added, giving the drink much more flavour and character.
What is pink gin?
This is gin that has a pink colour, usually due to the addition of red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, rhubarb, ...). Often also slightly sweeter in taste and popular in refreshing mixed drinks.
How do you use gin in cocktails?
Gin is hugely versatile and can be used for much more than just a gin & tonic. Well-known cocktails include the Negroni, Martini, Tom Collins, French 75 and Aviation.
The spicy base of gin makes it pair well with citrus, bitters and sparkling wine.
Where can I buy gin?
Every shop or supermarket these days has at least a basic range of gin. However, if you are looking for the perfect gin to make your perfect gin tonic with, then Drankenshop Broekmans is the place to be. You will find more than 400 gins in our assortment, in all price ranges. Whether you are looking for a basic gin to liven up your party or a premium gin to make a once-in-a-lifetime gin & tonic, you will find it in our webshop.
