Gin Types

Gin TypesA supercilious British bromide informs us that "Summer was made for gin." But so were autumn, winter and spring. Despite gin's identification with the martini and gin and tonic, it happens to be a gregarious mixer--a spirit for all seasons.Federal standards describe gin as neutral spirits redistilled with, or over, juniper berries and other aromatics, reduced at time of bottling to no less than 80 proof. In other words, diluted, herb-scented, highly refined alcohol.Today, virt...