Gin In A Tin – Sloe Gin Review
PR Samples – I was kindly sent a Gin in a Tin, Sloe Gin for consideration on my blog.
Gin is definitely a drink that has been picking up in popularity over the past few years and with many blends and ways to drink it on offer, this is perhaps of little surprise. If you do like the odd tipple of gin, then today’s post could be perfect for you as it delves into a British gin company – Gin In A Tin.
Gin In A Tin
The idea behind Gin In A Tin was born in the Cotswolds by a local gin connoisseur, Martin Agius. As a founder of various restaurants, brasseries & a hotel over the years, he had developed a love for gin which had already been shown via The Gin Pantry.
Martin Aguis used the knowledge he had gained from blending and mixing gins via The Gin Pantry and his love for juniper berries to come up with his very own collection.
Gin In A Tin offers a range of ways to buy their beautiful blends, from subscriptions, to gift sets and individual tins.
Knowing my parents do love a gin, I asked them to get in on reviewing their chosen Gin In A Tin blend.
Sloe Gin – No 15.
It is said a true English sloe gin is defined by its smoothness. While it shouldn’t be too sweet or sour and with the flavour of the gin shining through.
To create their blend of sloe gin, wild English sloe berries are harvested and added to the original gin blend for three to four months. This helps blend a gin in which you will find hints of orange and plum alongside the notes of the foraged sloe berries.
It is said to be enjoyed with game dishes, while in the winter months, a small amount in a hip flask can help warm you on cold nights.
For cocktail lovers, pairing the Sloe Gin with sparkling wine, will help create a Sloe Royle, perfect for summer nights with friends.
My Parent’s Thoughts on Sloe Gin
They both seemed to really enjoy this choice of gin and said:
Sloe gin has a sweet rich berry flavour, it is delicious on its own or as a gin and tonic. It also makes a nice cocktail when mixed with Prosecco.
Having enjoyed it on multiple evenings lately, I’m sure this is a gin company they will look into more.
If you fancy trying the Gin In A Tin Sloe Gin for yourself for 50cl it comes in at £35 and you can add a gift card for £1 more. Personally, I think it is well worth looking around the whole website as they really do offer some wonderful gift ideas, including personalised tins and gift sets.
Please remember to always drink responsibly and ask for help if needed.
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I’d try GINGER, ANGELICA & LEMON PEEL – NO.13 with lighter gin and tonic as recommended
the Eggs and Feathers Gin Tin from the Easter Collection
I actually love sloe gin myself, need to make some more! But the apricot, elderflower and orris root sounds pretty good too!
LEMON PEEL, CORIANDER & CARDAMOM – NO.2 as I enjoy my gin with tonic and a slice of lemon!
sloe gin – I would drink it neat in a small glass as a warm up after a long winter walk 🙂
Sloe gin, lovely taste and would remind me of my Dad! He used to pick sloes and we would have a contest then who could make the nicest sloe gin! Happy memories!
POMEGRANATE, RASPBERRY & CARDAMOM – NO.10 sounds lovely and just right for a spring picnic
I love the sound of the elderflower, chamomile and marigold, mixed with a slimline tonic and ice.
I would love to try the Pomegranate, Raspberry & Cardamom served cold on a warm summer’s evening!
Angelica, samphire and coriander sounds intriguing… I have no idea what it would taste like! I’d have it with ice whilst sitting outdoors
RHUBARB, CINNAMON & GINGER – with tonic and sitting in the garden!
The pomegranate, raspberry and cardamom – No. 10 sounds lovely with ice and lemonade
Rhubarb, Cinnamon & Ginger – No 6 would be my flavour of choice for sure
I’d love to try the Rhubarb, Cinnamon & Ginger – No 6 and I’d drink it with a small splash of good tonic, shared with friends.
They are beautiful tins. I would choose the The Easter Cockerel gin and gift it to my mum because she does enjoy a gin & tonic!
They all sound delicious so I’d be spoilt for choice! I’d go for something different than anything I’ve tried before. PACKHAM PEAR, CINNAMON & ORANGE PEEL – NO.14 catches my eye – you don’t see pear in spirits very often.
I’d try it first in a martini, which is my favourite way to try a new gin.
I usually go for raspberry falvours but think the Apricot, Orris Root & Elderflower sounds interesting
Fig and thyme – never tried this flavour – perfect to share with dad !
Oh and I would definitely turn it into a Gin and Tonic, adding an orange peel like it recommends
I think apricot, elderflower and Orris Root would be the one I would like to try and it’s floral notes is reminding me of Spring and I do like a fruity touch to my gin.
I pick fig sage and thyme as the sweet fig contrasts the sage and thyme and I would serve with soda water and a splash of elderflower cordial.
I’m partial to gin and would like to sample them all!!
Fig sage and Thyme came out as top of that list. Great for camping too being in the tin
I would pick the Eggs and Feathers Gin Tin from the Easter Collection. The flavours are Rhubarb, Cinnamon and Ginger all three of which are quite strong individually so it would be wonderful to see how they are all together in a gin. With Spring now upon us it would be lovely to sit in the garden one evening and watch the birds whilst sipping our gin.
I like the sound of the Easter Gin! I have never in my life ever tasted gin, which was always called mothers ruin in my family as a kid. I know it is trendy at the moment, so need to try some is on my bucket list to see what all the fuss is about!
Blue Spruce, Lemon Peel and cardamom sounds interesting and I would enjoy it as an aperitif before dinner