Two Worlds of Gin: Comparing the Distinctive Styles of Japanese and Old Tom Gin

Two Worlds of Gin: Comparing the Distinctive Styles of Japanese and Old Tom Gin

Aside from your classic London Dry Gin, there are other varieties of gin. Of these gin types both the Japanese and Old Tom Gin have recently gained popularity. However, are these gins similar, or are they radically different? How similar and different are Japanese and Old Tom Gin from each other? Japanese and Old Tom…

How Is Gin Made? The Gin Distillation Process Explained

How Is Gin Made? The Gin Distillation Process Explained

Gin is easily one of the most consumed alcoholic spirits in the world, sharing the place with whisky and Vodka. The three best-selling gin brands sold a combined amount of 17.4 million liters in 2021, showing how popular gin is worldwide. But how is gin made? Gin is made in a four-step process, distillation, botanical fusion, dilution,…

Gin Differences: Comparison of Japanese Gin vs American Gin

Gin Differences: Comparison of Japanese Gin vs American Gin

There are many types of gin. You should know the classics such as London Dry or Plymouth. You may also hear of newer gins that are becoming more popular such as American and Japanese gins.  But of these gin types, which one tastes better? Suppose you have bored with the classic London Dry and want…

East Meets West: Comparing Japanese Gin vs London Dry Gin

East Meets West: Comparing Japanese Gin vs London Dry Gin

In the world of gin, there are wide varieties. Some popular ones include London Dry Gin, Portsmouth Gin, and Extra Dry Gin. Yet, more up-and-coming gins add flair to the drink, such as Japanese gins.  Japanese Gin is rather new to the world of gin, especially outside of its home country. This means many are…

When Did Japanese Gin Start? A Journey Through the History

When Did Japanese Gin Start? A Journey Through the History

Japanese gin is the new ‘in’ thing in the world of gin. Spearheaded by the success of Japanese whisky, its gin is also picking up in popularity across the world.  However, since the tradition of gin distilling did not begin in Japan, how did the Japanese end up making their own gin? When did Japanese…