'Entre Nous' gin recipe !
Step 1 - Choice of spices
Mandatory ingredients
As per law, the only mandatory ingredient for gin is the juniper berry. In addition, we consider that coriander seeds, orris root and angelica root are indispensable for a good gin !
Juniper berries
Piney, resinous, slightly sweet with hints of citrus and spice.
Coriander seeds
Citrus-like, nutty, with a slight spice and floral undertone.
Orris root
Earthy, woody, with subtle floral and violet notes.
Angelica root
Earthy, musky, slightly bitter with a celery-like flavor.
Optional ingredients
Below is a list of ingredients you might choose from, along with their descriptions (by hovering or clicking on each picture). They are usually classified into four categories: spicy, floral, fruity, and botanical/plant. In the form below, you will be able to choose up to three ingredients from each category in your preferred order.
Warm, spicy-sweet, with hints of citrus and floral notes.
Spicy, pungent, with a warm, zesty, and slightly sweet taste.
Warm, sweet, with a woody and slightly spicy flavor.
Warm, sweet, and spicy, with a strong, slightly bitter taste.
Sweet, licorice-like, with a mild anise flavor.
Sweet, licorice-like, with a strong anise flavor.
Sweet, with a strong anise-like flavor and slight bitterness.
Floral, sweet, with a slightly bitter, herbaceous undertone.
Tart, tangy, with cranberry-like flavor and slight floral notes.
Sweet, floral, with a subtle fruity and honey-like taste.
Mild, sweet, with a slightly floral and apple-like flavor.
Sharp, tangy, with a bitter and slightly sweet citrus flavor.
Bright, tangy, with a strong citrus flavor and slight bitterness.
Sweet, citrusy, with a slightly bitter and tangy flavor.
Tart, tangy, with a slightly sweet, cranberry-like flavor.
Mildly bitter, with a herbal, slightly floral, and peppery taste.
Piney, woody, with a strong, slightly bitter, and aromatic flavor.
Earthy, slightly minty, with a subtle lemony and peppery flavor.
Sweet, peppery, with hints of mint and anise.
Bright, lemony, with a strong citrus flavor and herbal undertones.
Earthy, slightly peppery, with a strong herbal and slightly bitter taste.
Cool, minty, with a sweet and refreshing taste.
Peppery, slightly spicy, with a mild minty and thyme-like flavor.
