{"id":1520,"date":"2022-06-11T09:00:16","date_gmt":"2022-06-11T09:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/?p=1520"},"modified":"2022-06-13T07:02:25","modified_gmt":"2022-06-13T07:02:25","slug":"11-june-2022-a-gin-uinely-fun-day-to-have","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/11-june-2022-a-gin-uinely-fun-day-to-have\/","title":{"rendered":"11 June 2022: A gin-uinely fun day to have."},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><strong>What is Gin, and why do we celebrate it?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1524 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/gin-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"167\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Gin is a distilled alcoholic drink that derives its predominant flavour from the energising juniper berries (the <em>cornerstone<\/em> of proper gin), which makes it easily recognisable by its distinct aroma. Consumers then mix the gin with any mixer to enhance the taste, such as tonic, soda water, lime, grapefruit, pineapple juice, cucumber, etc.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ginmonkey.co.uk\/\">Gin Monkey<\/a> established Gin Day with the simple idea to get people together worldwide and raise a glass to this<em> brilliant<\/em> spirit. So, whether you drink it on ice, in a cocktail, or a classic G&amp;T, we invite you to the heart of Jozi to celebrate this wonderful juniper-laced spirit in all its glory!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>But first, fun facts to share with your besties!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1523 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/gin-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"167\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>It originated from Holland: <\/strong>the British might be the number one gin fans, but gin was first made in Holland and taken back to England by soldiers in the early 1600s.<\/li>\n<li><strong>It was medicinal at first: <\/strong>before it became the spirit we enjoy, gin was used to make tonic water and cinchona mixture to combat malaria in India.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Juniper berries, then other botanicals: <\/strong>other popular gin botanicals include coriander, orris root, liquorice, cassia, and lemon peel. While herbs and spices like peppercorn and basil also make appearances.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gin &amp; curry: <\/strong>apart from each other, they are delightful, but when paired, they are the perfect marriage of flavour that works well and doesn\u2019t overpower each other.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tasting gin: <\/strong>to reveal both qualities and flaws, it\u2019s best to taste gins for comparison at room temperature, diluted with an equal measure of water.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More facts: <\/strong>Intrigued? Find more fascinating facts about gin <a href=\"https:\/\/www.villageliquorskzn.co.za\/gin-fun-facts\/\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Sandton Central\u2019s gin spots<\/strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1525 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/gin-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"167\" \/><\/h4>\n<h5><strong>The Greenhouse, 24 Central<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenhousejhb.co.za\/\">The Greenhouse bar and restaurant<\/a> is an urban oasis. It\u2019s an ideal spot to break away for a couple of hours, sipping on a gloriously refreshing glass of gin and listening to the coolest beats spun by resident DJs. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenhousejhb.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Greenhouse-Bar-Menu-A3-V2.pdf\">Menu<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/widgetframe\/HvVmR1Tw\">Book here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Nikos, Alice Lane<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/nikosgreek.co.za\/\">Nikos on Alice Lane<\/a> marries contemporary dining with traditional home-style Greek cooking, coal grilled to perfection, in an authentic and friendly environment. The perfect setting to enjoy a glass of gin. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nikosgreek.co.za\/menu\/gin-tonic-cocktails\">Menu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h5><strong>The Big Mouth, Nelson Mandela Square<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Enjoy a gin in a contemporary take on the classic diner infused with culinary influences and ingredients from around the globe at <a href=\"https:\/\/nelsonmandelasquare.co.za\/shops\/the-big-mouth\/\">The Big Mouth<\/a>. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebigmouth.co.za\/#menu-section\">Menu<\/a>. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebigmouth.co.za\/#reservations-section\">Reservations<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Rockets<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rocketslife.tv\/\">Rockets<\/a> is a versatile, one-of-a-kind space, providing a unique experience for every function type, including casual gin cocktails on the rooftop, private dining, and conferences. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rocketslife.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Rockets-Beverage-Menu-2022.pdf\">Menu<\/a>. <a href=\"mailto:bryanston@rocketslife.tv\">Make a reservation<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Be Gin with a recipe at home.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1522  aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"309\" height=\"181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/1.png 841w, https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/1-600x352.png 600w, https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/1-768x450.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/><\/p>\n<h5><strong>Apricot Passion<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h5><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>30ml gin<\/li>\n<li>2 tsp apricot glaze or sieved apricot jam<\/li>\n<li>30ml passion fruit juice drink (Liqui-Fruit is fine)<\/li>\n<li>10ml lime juice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><strong>Method: <\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Pour the gin over the apricot glaze in a glass with a little crushed ice in it and stir very well until the apricot is more or less dissolved.\u00a0 Add the passion fruit juice drink and lime juice, stir further; add more crushed ice, and then serve with a straw.<\/p>\n<p>Drink responsibly &amp; stay safe, <em>Sandton<\/em>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is Gin, and why do we celebrate it? 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