Drumshanbo Gin & Tonic

You guessed right! Gin and tonic is a classic cocktail made with gin and tonic water, usually served over ice and garnished with a wedge of lime. The drink originated in the 19th century, when the British began adding quinine to their tonic water to prevent malaria. This led to the creation of the gin and tonic, which was a popular drink among British colonials in India and other tropical regions.

Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin is an oriental-inspired spirit from The Shed Distillery in Co Leitrim, Ireland. The distillery was built by Pat Rigney, who created a pioneering method for artisan distilleries in Ireland. Far away from mass production, he relies on small batches and the joy of experimenting on a copper still. Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin, impresses not only with exotic and unusual botanicals, but also with his cross-over character, which combines spice, astringency and classics.

Gunpowder Tea is so called because each signature botanicals tea leaf has been rolled into a small ball , slowly dried, and it looks like grains of gunpowder. The recipe also includes lime, lemon and grapefruit. It’s usually made with green tea leaves and it’s that special ingredient that gives the famous Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin its name.

Tasting

On the nose there is a scent of juniper, spices and citrus notes. On the mouth, the spicy body is increasingly perceived as bitter green tea notes with bright citrus, and a finish of long welcoming spice.

Here’s how to make a classic gin and tonic, you will need the following ingredients and tools:

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin
• 4-6 oz Chilled premium tonic water
• Generous wedge of fresh Red Grapefruit
• Cubed Ice

Tools:

• Highball glass
• Cocktail spoon or stirrer

Instructions:

1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
2. Pour 2 ounces of Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin over the ice.
3. Top with 4-6 ounces of tonic water, depending on your preference for the strength of the drink.
4. Stir gently with a cocktail spoon or stirrer.
5. Garnish with a wedge of fresh Red Grapefruit
6. Serve and enjoy!

Optional: You can also try additional ingredients, such as cucumber, mint, or other herbs, to give your gin and tonic a unique twist. Simply muddle the additional ingredients in the glass before adding the gin and tonic.

This is a lovely gin and one you’ll want to return to any chance you have. A lot goes into these small batch Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin bottles and we at the tipple believe it to be our new standard.