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Xoriguer Gin, Gin de Menorca Reviews

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A cult gin from Mahon in Menorca, Xoriguer is one of the only gins in the world, alongside Plymouth, to hold a geographical indication, Gin de Menorca. This gin, pronounced sho-ri-gair, was first created for British sailors stationed on the island between 1708 and 1802. Xoriguer is still made using traditional copper stills and high-quality wine alcohol (eau-de-vie), along with carefully selected juniper berries from nearby Mediterranean mountains and aromatic herbs. The herbs, a guarded secret of Xoriguer gin's original bouquet, are added at the start of each distillation process. The respect for tradition is such that the fuel still used today in the distillery remains unchanged.

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Martin Leyland
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As regular gin drinkers we are so aware of the huge range of new offerings that have loaded the supermarket shelves with labels never seen before. So how refreshing to find that one of the oldest gins, from Minorca, holds its head well above the newcomers out there, with its smooth juniper tones making the best g and t we’ve had for ages. Maybe it’s the eau-de-vie spirit base that makes the difference. Who knows, but they’ve been making it this way since the 1700s so something must be right. And we’re sticking with it as our go-to gin!
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Posted 2 years ago
Colin Sullivan
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The secret ingredients of this Menorquin gin certainly enhance its unique pure taste. We came across it whilst holidaying in Menorca and it’s our favourite gin. Taste the difference!
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Arthur Masson
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This is my wife's favourite gin which we tasted first on a sailing holiday in Menorca.
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Posted 2 years ago
Andrew Antcliff
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In my experience this is the second best gin I have tasted. To be fair the best is made by a good friend of mine in his garage in Australia so shouldn't really count...I have been drinking Xoriguer for 25 years and it has the same taste always. It is Menorca in a glass. The secret taste is reminiscent of the wild rock rose which flourishes in beautiful Menorca. We like to serve it with lime and nibble on Gordal olives and artisanal potato crisps. Enjoy!
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Posted 2 years ago
Order system straightforward and simple. Items arrived as per instructions and extremely well packed. Excellent service and value.
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Posted 2 years ago
This totally original high quality gin surpasses all others; it has a strength and authenticity of character that never fails.
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Richard Leonard
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Ashley Calvert
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Outstanding gin. Delicious in the traditional Pomada drink we enjoyed whilst in Mahon. Excellent delivery service and we will be ordering again.
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Posted 2 years ago