gin-and-tonics

The man behind Juniper at the Andaz Delhi is Peeyush Bhushan, assistant director of restaurant operations and respected gin master.

How far would you go for a decent gin and tonic? Many of us are prepared to splurge on good gin. And, a good number have figured out that good gin is a waste if it isn’t topped off with good tonic. It makes up three quarters of the popular drink, after all. But, few…

For Jordan Silbert, the idea to create new tonic water came in a flash of “gin-induced inspiration” one warm summer night in Brooklyn.While sipping on cocktails with a group of friends, Silbert realized his teeth started to feel sticky. They were drinking “high-quality gin,” he recalls, but “with lousy tonic water.” Silbert reached for a…

If you think that the gin and tonic is a simple drink, then you need to stay back after class. In the trendiest bars in Barcelona — right now I’m sitting in the aptly named Bobby Gin — the locals are going mad for this seemingly simple mixed drink. And it’s not just confined to…

House Spirits Distillery has come into its own since Christian Krogstad co-founded the operation with Lee Medoff in Corvallis, Oregon in 2005 — later moving to the heart of distillery row in Southeast Portland. The spirits produced in the distillery are almost as eclectic as the inventors (Medoff and Krogstad began their careers as brewers…

We've gotten to know gin over the years, but what about the standup guy making sure his boozy friend doesn't get too out of hand? Tonic is always in the running for best supporting mixer, so here's exactly what's going on.Tonic water can contain many ingredients, including sweeteners, herbs and spices, but it always starts…

Gin is my favorite spirit. It might have something to do with the fact that I am English and grew up drinking gin & tonics, but the main reason is because of the complexities it delivers to a cocktail, which, in my humble opinion, no other base spirit does quite as well. A good gin…

Here at Food Republic, we love gin. We love when it’s made in England and locations closer to home. We love learning fun facts about it too. But mostly, and obviously, we love drinking the stuff — in cocktails or a well-stirred gin and tonic. [See: How To Mix The Perfect Gin & Tonic]. So,…

Gin is one of my favorite spirits. I remember having my first sip of Tanqueray 10 in college and though I was initially shocked by the burn of alcohol, I can still recall the intense botanical flavor that persisted afterwards. Though we often don't drink this spirit straight, many gin lovers really look to actually taste it…

Gin is one of my favorite spirits and I have spent the best part of my time over the past 10 years teaching people about its history, production, virtues and cocktails. I have spoken about the spirit at events such as the International Association of Culinary Professionals and Tales of the Cocktail. When my good…

Some of the best restaurants in the world are hidden. Whether they’re tucked away in a small village just off the Spanish Coast or out of sight on the second floor of a Beverly Hills office building, hidden restaurants can transform a normal night out into an unforgettable dining experience just by throwing a little…

You may find yourself craving a gin and tonic in this heat. It’s probably best to heed the heat warnings and avoid going out for one. Instead, whip up this refreshing drink at home with your favorite craft gin and a fresh lime twist. But don’t cheat yourself on the tonic. Big brands like Schweppes…