World Gin Day: A Celebration of the Beloved Juniper Spirit

The History of Gin: From Genever to Modern Gin
The roots of gin date back to the 15th and 16th centuries. Sailors brought the juniper-flavored spirit genever from the Netherlands and refined their own alcohol with herbs, roots, and berries. They called it gin—short for genever.
Gin played a pivotal role in the history of the British Navy. In the 18th century, cinchona bark was used to combat malaria. Since the powdered remedy tasted very bitter, sailors mixed it with gin. Johann Schweppe eventually invented tonic water by adding citrus fruits and quinine powder to soda water.

Gin Culture Around the World: Popular Countries and Famous Gin Drinkers
Gin is particularly popular in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Germany, and the United States. The British royal family is known for its love of gin—the Queen Mother was famous for her fondness for gin and tonic.

The Modern Gin Renaissance
Gin is currently experiencing a true renaissance. Craft gin distilleries are popping up worldwide and experimenting with exotic botanicals. From classic London Dry Gins to innovative creations featuring botanicals from all seven continents—the variety is impressive.

Classic Gin Cocktails for World Gin Day
The Gin Cosmo is perfect for summer: 5 cl gin, 2 cl lemon juice, 1 cl Cointreau, and 2 cl cranberry juice are shaken and garnished with lemon zest. Other classics include the Gin Martini, Gin and Tonic, Gin Fizz, and Tom Collins.
World Gin Day offers the perfect opportunity to discover the diversity of this fascinating spirit and raise a glass with friends.