Fentimans create pairings for The Gin Guide Awards winners

Fentimans, the leading manufacturer of botanically brewed beverages, including its premium gin mixers, have created a virtual gin tasting guide for you to celebrate the refreshing spirit following the official winners of The Gin Guide Awards 2022.

It’s no secret that the world loves gin. In fact, the global gin market is currently valued at over £9 million. This may be a staggering figure, but when you consider the versatility of the spirit, pairing perfectly with a range of sophisticated gin mixers, it’s easy to understand why.

Fentimans, a leading manufacturer of botanically brewed beverages, including its premium gin mixers, have created a virtual gin tasting guide for you to celebrate the refreshing spirit following the official winners of The Gin Guide Awards 2022.

England: Stockport Gin Twist of Lime Edition (Stockport Gin)
Stockport Gin is a distillery in the heart of England. Founded by Paul and Cheryl, the married couple wanted to bring their love of craft gin to life with their own brand. What a success it has been! Bursting with citrus and spiced flavours, Stockport Gin Twist of Lime Edition has been voted the best gin in Great Britain.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this full-bodied gin with Connoisseurs Tonic Water, which complements the citrus-flavoured spirit.

Scotland: Pentland Hills Firework Gin (Tarbraxus Distillers)
Tarbraxus Distillery is famous for its production of Pentland Hills Gin. Nestled in the North Western edge of the Pentland Hills, this company represents the spirit of Scotland. Pentland Hills Firework Gin has been voted the best in Scotland. The gin is filled with notes of cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger. So it’s perfect for a crisp winter evening.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this full-bodied gin with Ginger Ale, a deliciously delicate and fragrant mixer perfect for the firecracker that is Firework Gin.

Wales: Tenby Dry Gin Navy Strength (Pembrokeshire Gin Co)
Pembrokeshire Gin Co was founded by Charlotte Clark, a mother of three who lives outside of Tenby in Wales. Since its launch in 2019, the company has won many prestigious awards. In fact, its Navy Strength Gin has been awarded the 'Best in Wales 2022'. The fragranced spirit, overflowing with notes of citrus and rosemary, tastes as good as it sounds.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this light-bodied gin with Pink Grapefruit Tonic Water, botanically brewed with ruby red grapefruits to compliment the delicious spirit.

Republic of Ireland: Xin Gin (Ahascragh Distillers)
Ahascragh Distillery is an innovative facility in County Galway. Not only does it botanically brew gin, but it hopes to make the very first carbon neutral whiskey in an eco-distillery. Voted the 'Best in Republic of Ireland 2022', Xin Gin is a full-bodied spirit merging Celtic and Asian botanicals, including coriander, cardamom, and bitter orange, to name a few.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with Valencian Orange Tonic Water. Supple and sweet, this gin mixer will accentuate the depth of citrus and herbaceous flavours in Xin Gin.

Austria: Weinviertel Gin (Roman Kraus Distillery)
Roman Kraus Distillery produces handcrafted spirits that are free from artificial flavours. Based in the beautiful hills of Weinviertel, each bottle is made from farm-grown goods. Weinviertel Gin, known as Pink Flamingo Gin, has been named 'Best in Austria 2022'. Fruity and floral, this gin is easily recognisable and packed with character.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with sweet and delicate Elderflower and Rose Tonic. This will blend seamlessly with fruity, lavender, and rose petal flavours in Weinviertel Gin.

Denmark: København Klassisk Lounge Gin (Nordic Gin House)
Nordic Gin House is a collaboration between local distilleries within the Nordic area. Their mission is to bring out the best of gin with a combination of national spices and flavours. A drink that stands out from the rest with its citrus notes and rose hips, København Klassisk Lounge Gin is now the best in Denmark. Try it for yourself to experience the magic.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with Naturally Light Tonic Water. True to tradition, this simple and minimalistic coupling is characteristic of the Nordic heritage.

France: Hexagone Original (Maison Gagnieres)
Maison Gagnieres, a distillery achieving excellence in France founded by Daniel Gagnieres, is proud to handcraft each bottle of spirit using only organic ingredients. Balanced and fresh, Hexagone Original captures the elegance of French culture with citrus and floral botanicals. So it only makes sense that it was voted the best gin in France!

• Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with Premium Indian Tonic Water. The aroma of each and every flavour blends perfectly when mixed together with ice and a slice of lemon.

Germany: Old Well Gin Number 2 (Old Well Distillery)
Old Well Distillery, founded by Alex Remzi, who built the facility by hand, aspires to make a self-sufficient and sustainable facility while honing his self-taught skills. Old Well Gin Number 2 is proud to be voted the best gin in Germany. Full-bodied and dry, each mouthful is bursting with thirteen botanicals, such as juniper, lemon, and lavender.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with Pink Rhubarb Tonic Water. Temptingly sweet and refreshing, this gin mixer will perfectly complement the versatility of each botanical.

Italy:​ ​​Ginacria (Nysura Distillery)
Nysura Distillery is an independent micro-distillery based in Sicily, surrounded by breathtaking Italian scenery. Only the finest ingredients are used to create its sublime gin. Ginacria is an invigorating gin decorated with multiple flavours, from juniper to liquorice and fresh citrus flowers. With this in mind, it’s no surprise it was voted the best gin in Italy.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with Oriental Yuzu Tonic. This gin mixer is an uplifting combination of lemon, mandarin, and grapefruit citrus to complement the aromatic gin.

Netherlands:​ Spoonbill Coffee Gin (Berging Brouwerij)
Berging Brouwerij is a distillery responsible for producing multiple alcoholic beverages in the Netherlands, including its unique and captivating Spoonbill gin. Spoonbill Coffee Gin dares to be distinctive in a crowded market. The gin is brewed with roasted coffee beans, juniper berries, and orange peel. Try the best gin in the Netherlands for yourself!

• To enjoy the interesting coffee flavours of the gin, compliment it with an elegant mixer. Therefore, Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with Premium Indian Tonic Water.

Poland:​ Mikrogorzelnia (Gin Zimowy – Mikrogorzelnia)
Mikrogorzelnia is an independent distillery based in Warsaw, Poland. Dedicated to crafting each bottle with their own hands, you can taste their passion shine through each sip of gin. Bursting with flavours foraged from the Polish countryside, Mikrogorzelnia has notes of pine shoots, elderflower, and chamomile. No wonder it was voted the best gin in Poland!

• Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with Elderflower Tonic Water, a refreshing and floral gin mixer to perfectly complement the natural notes of Mikrogorzelnia.

Slovenia:​ Broken Bones London Dry Gin (Broken Bones Distillery)
Broken Bones Distillery, founded by Boštjan Marušič, creates delicious and unique spirits. Whether you’re looking for a characteristic whiskey or gin, you’re in the right hands here. Broken Bones London Dry Gin stays true to Slovenia by using local ingredients, including linden flowers, coriander, and lemon zest. This combines to make the best gin in Slovenia.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with Naturally Light Tonic Water, an ideal match to bring out the exciting flavours found in this Slovenian gin.

Switzerland: Edelwhite Winter Gin (Edelwhite Gin)
Edelwhite Gin sits in the heart of Switzerland. Fresh botanicals are handpicked and brewed in the sublime countryside to make a distinct and surprising repertoire of gins. Edelwhite Winter Gin, voted the best gin in Switzerland, is a welcomed addition to any bar, infused with delightful botanicals, including nutmeg, orange peel, vanilla, and cinnamon.

• Fentimans recommends pairing this gin with Ginger Beer. Fiery and distinctive, this will create a beverage perfect for winter evenings and festive celebrations.

There are no rules when it comes to making your own gin cocktail. Whether you’re looking for a sweet and delicate or sharp and strong drink, Fentimans gin mixers are perfect for the whole party. So, why not experiment and expand your knowledge of world gin today?