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Discover the world's best craft gins at Sainsbury's
SCHOOL OF WHISKY
If you’re new to the wonderful world of whisky and looking for a guiding hand to help navigate the way, we’ve got you covered...
Our top picks on some spectacular spirits.
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Who are Master of Malt and what is craft gin?
Master of Malt has been a purveyor of exquisite spirits of the finest quality since 1985, and has long been a supporter of craft. Who better to curate this special selection of gins from across the globe for you to enjoy at Sainsbury's? Let's find you a new favourite from some lesser-known producers.
MADE IN ENGLAND
Bathtub Gin
This dry and unsweetened edition from the Bathtub range is brilliantly aromatic, with an abundance of zesty lime peel and citrus oil bolstering the juniper and gentle spices at its core.
Persian Lime & Orange Blossom Martini recipe
You'll need:
- 60ml Bathtub Gin Persian Lime & Orange Blossom
- 30ml Lillet Blanc vermouth
- Lemon to garnish
Add both ingredients to an ice-filled mixing glass and stir for at least 15 seconds. Strain into a chilled Martini glass Express the lemon peel over the top, drop it in, and serve.
MADE IN FINLAND
Kyrö Gin
Created to evoke the fresh aromas of Finnish summer, this gin is made with birch leaves, meadowsweet, and cranberries in the botanical recipe alongside a local rye grain base spirit – not something you see every day!
Kyrö World's Best Gin & Tonic recipe
You'll need:
- 50ml Kyrö Gin
- 100ml Tonic water
- Rosemary sprig and cranberries to garnish
Pour both ingredients over ice, give it a gentle stir, and garnish.
MADE IN INDIA
Hapusa Gin
Hapusa Gin shows off the indigenous Himalayan juniper berry ('hapusa' means 'juniper' in Sanskrit), which allegedly has never been used to make a gin before. Not only that, but other Indian botanicals such as turmeric, ginger, mango, almond, and cardamom make this a distinctly different gin that pairs wonderfully with food.
Himalayan Negroni recipe
You'll need:
- 30ml Hapusa Gin
- 15ml Red vermouth
- 15ml Campari
- 10 Timur / Sichuan peppercorns
Crush the peppercorns, and add all ingredients to an ice-filled mixing glass. Stir well, and strain into a tumble glass with a large ice cube. Garnish with a torched cherry tomato.
MADE IN ENGLAND
Brighton Gin
Brighton Gin was founded in 2012 by Kathy Caton and epitomises the spirit of Brighton: unusual, fun-loving, open-minded, fiercely independent, and ethically conscious. Based at the city’s first (legal!) distillery, the multi-award-winning Brighton Gin is made in small batches just a stone’s throw away from the sea.
Brighton Gin Clover Club recipe
You'll need:
- 50ml Brighton Gin
- 25ml Fresh lemon juice
- 15ml Sugar syrup
- 2-3 Raspberries
- 1 egg white (or 20ml aquafaba for a vegan version)
Dry shake all ingredients very well. Then add ice and shake again until everything is combined. Strain into a Coupe glass, and garnish with fresh raspberries.
MADE IN ENGLAND
Blackeye Gin
A fresh, citrus-forward and subtly floral gin, featuring a rare and top secret ingredient 'that you won’t find in any other product in the world'. Founded by Mike Tindall, James Haskell, Alex Payne, this gin helps raise funds for injured rugby players.
Blackeye Mule recipe
You'll need:
- 50ml Blackeye Gin
- 25ml Sugar syrup
- 150ml Ginger ale
- 1 Lime
- Fresh mint
Add the gin, sugar syrup, and juice of half the lime to an ice-filled Mule mug. Top with the ginger ale, stir, and serve, garnishing with the mint and remaining lime.
MADE IN ENGLAND
No. 3 Gin
From the historical Berry Bros. & Rudd, No.3 Gin focuses on three key flavours: juniper, citrus, and spice. In fact, it balances them so well that it's been named ‘World’s Best Gin’ four times!
No.3 Negroni Sbagliato recipe
You'll need:
- 20ml No. 3 London Dry Gin
- 20ml Sweet vermouth
- 20ml Campari
- 75ml Sparkling wine
- 1 Orange
Stir the gin, vermouth, and Campari over ice. Strain into a large ice-filled wine glass, top with sparkling wine, and garnish with an orange twist.
Whisky FAQ
Is it spelled whiskey or whisky?
Why is whisky spelled two ways?
The whisky/whiskey spelling doesn’t denote any difference in production techniques, only its geography. In general, Scotch, Canadian, and Japanese brands drop the ‘e’, while American and Irish spirits add it into the name – but there are of course exceptions to the rule, so keep an eye out!
What defines a whisky?
To be legally called whisky, the spirit must have been matured in wood for at least three years, and bottled at a minimum of 40% ABV. Of course it can be matured for longer or bottled at a higher strength, those are just the minimum requirements.
Gin FAQ
Curious to learn more about whisky?
Here are a few commonly asked questions, if you want to know more, visit our guides section!
Is it spelled whiskey or whisky?
Why is whisky spelled two ways?
The whisky/whiskey spelling doesn’t denote any difference in production techniques, only its geography. In general, Scotch, Canadian, and Japanese brands drop the ‘e’, while American and Irish spirits add it into the name – but there are of course exceptions to the rule, so keep an eye out!
What defines a whisky?
To be legally called whisky, the spirit must have been matured in wood for at least three years, and bottled at a minimum of 40% ABV. Of course it can be matured for longer or bottled at a higher strength, those are just the minimum requirements.
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