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Gin Xoriguer Reviews

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A cult gin from Mahon in Menorca, Xoriguer (pronounced sho-ri-gair) is one of the only gins in the world alongside Plymouth to have a geographical indication, Gin de Menorca. It was first made for the Britsh Sailors who were stationed on the Island between 1708 and 1802, who were hankering for some gin. Xoriguer is still made in the same way, according to the 18th century recipe, commanding a devoted following of happy travellers. Gin Xoriguer is the result of a distillation in traditional copper stills, using high quality wine alcohol (eau-de-vie) and carefully selected juniper berries, which come from the neighbouring Mediterranean mountains, together with aromatic herbs. These herbs are the guarded secret of Xoriguer gin's original bouquet. Only the Pons family know the identity and proportion of this valuable ingredient, which is added behind closed doors and without witnesses, at the start of each distilling. The respect for tradition is such that the fuel still used today in the distillation is wood. Gin Xoriguer is briefly stored in casks before being bottled. Xoriguer is the key ingredient in Menorca's most popular cocktail drink, called pomada. An authentic pomada is made from Gin Xoriguer, lemonade and ice. 38% ABV / 700ml

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Andrew Ashmore
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Bought this after seeing the Hairy Bikers enjoying gin in Mahon - the only time I'd been there I was about 10 years old, so didn't get the chance to try it! Finally put that right 49 years later! Glad I did though, it's a lovely gin, with wonderful botanicals, which somehow give you both a wonderful first impression, lingering enjoyment and a splendid aftertaste, almost as good as the first one. Doubles all round!
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Posted 4 years ago
An excellent taste of Spain, in this very unique gin. Definitely recommend
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Michael McCoy
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The Gin and the service were perfect, enjoyed both.
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Posted 4 years ago
Elizabeth Aldom
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Gorgeous citrus flavours. One of my favourite gins, and I’ve tried a lot! Great with ice and tonic - took me straight back to my holiday in Menorca
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Posted 4 years ago
David Marlow
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I Like a variety of Gins and although no authority on the subject it was a recent TV Programme with the Hairy Bikers that reminded me I had sampled and enjoyed this previously. Like so many Gins the flavours with this stand alone and will certainly appeal to many as a change or variety in the drinks cabinet. A distinctive flavour but like all gins it really chan be changed by your choice of tonic.
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Posted 4 years ago
Nice flavour and reasonably priced
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Posted 4 years ago
Brian Cundliffe
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Fast and efficient service. Excellent quality of gin, definitely going to try some of the other products.
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Posted 4 years ago
Absolutely lovely and refreshing to drink. I have it with tonic and is very citrusy and very easy to go down the hatch.
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Posted 4 years ago