For some reason we have started receiving copies of a monthly magazine called Twin Cities Luxury and Fashion Magazine. As my wife pointed out, our current lifestyle--with two children under the age of two--bears little resemblance to either.
Anyway the most recent edition of said mag has an article about the gin gimlet and offers suggestions for three possible brands of gin to use to make the delightful summer concoction:
1. Beefeater--A rather obvious choice
2. Plymouth--A tasty, lesser known gin
3. Old Raj
Now, I'm a bit of a connoisseur of gin and while my gin experience can't hold a candle to Atomizer's, I consider myself fairly well-versed in the elixir. And yet, I've not heard of the Old Raj before.
But after a little further research revealed:
What makes Cadenhead¹s Old Raj Gin so distinctive is that it contains a measure of saffron - a rare and costly spice derived from the crocus flower. In addition to a slightly spicy flavour, the saffron also imparts a pale yellow colour to Old Raj.
In keeping with our activities in the Single Malt and Rum sectors, Old Raj is bottled at two strengths, 46% ABV (red label) and 55% ABV (blue label). This allows a much greater drinking experience from standard strength gins at 40%.
Sales of our Old Raj Gin are booming as its popularity grows seemingly worldwide. The world, it seems, was waiting for a gin with a bit of teeth and flavour!
You better believe that it's on my list. A bit of teeth? At 110 proof, I'd say it's got quite a bite. Talk about a way to turbo-charge your Martini.
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