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How did gin become so popular?
Gin boom. When the great gin boom began back in 2009 with the launch of Sipsmith, few thought that the category would still be expanding nearly 10 years later. Yet gin has overtaken vodka to become the most popular spirit in Britain, according to a recent YouGov poll.
What alcohol was most popular during Prohibition?
During Prohibition, Bacardi was the rum. It wasn’t the only one, but its name was often used to describe the entire category. Appropriately, the Bacardi cocktail was one of the most popular drinks at the time.
When did gin become popular?
It didn’t take long for this lovely liquor to hop across the English Channel in a big way. In the latter half of the 17th Century and in the early years of the 18th Century, gin rapidly gained popularity in England, cementing the association it still enjoys with that nation.
Why is gin popular in England?
Gin is now the UK’s favourite spirit. By 1743, England was consuming 10 litres of gin per person annually. The Gin Act in 1751, plus a greater demand for tea and some bad harvests making gin more pricey, put an end to this massive craze.
What’s so special about gin?
Gin has fitted well into cocktail culture, as any gin fan will know its highly adaptable flavour makes it a perfect infusion for just about any cocktail. And oftentimes only a splash is needed to shape a cocktail, making it an affordable addition to the cocktail scene.
What is gin famous for?
Gin originated as a medicinal liquor made by monks and alchemists across Europe, particularly in southern France, Flanders and the Netherlands, to provide aqua vita from distillates of grapes and grains. It then became an object of commerce in the spirits industry.
Was gin popular in the 1920s?
Gin was popular during Prohibition because it was relatively easy to produce in secret. The Southside cocktail is another gin-based drink that disguised the rather harsh flavors of bathtub gin by using aromatic and sweet ingredients; in this case, mint, lime, and simple syrup. Serves one.
How do Londoners drink gin?
Of course, you can always drink your gin straight. Some people will even tell you that it’s the best way to enjoy gin. Just pour the gin over a few ice cubes and drop in a lime wedge if you fancy. Naturally, to enjoy a spirit neat it must be of good quality – there’s nothing worse than nasty, bitter, cheap gin.