The Gin Council, that shadowy organisation, is back in session. To this end, it seems pertinent to post that Señor Mojito and I have been enjoying drinking Christie’s, a local distillation that seems to be part of the Lion empire, which comes both as standard London Gin and in a New Zealand variety, not dissimilar in presentation to 42 Below, and very likely designed for the same consumer, yes? The Christie’s tag reads thusly:
A blend of classic and uniquely New Zealand botanicals were quadruple distilled to provide a heightened citrus flavour. Horopito and kawakawa add undiscovered warmth and roundness to this premium gin.
The aroma, clearly influenced by lime, leads to a magnificent colourful and complex taste with a remarkable smoothness. The result is a well matched refreshing gin perfect in cocktails and a luxury for blending with tonic or your favourite mixer.
We have had martinis, gin and tonics, gin and lemon squash and gin over ice. It tastes very well indeed.
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All goes according to plan. I note with satisfaction the number of female enthusiasts. I am sure I shall be able to find a suitable lush among the membership.
She will rise to the top of the gin-drinkers’ social scene, as a twist of lemon floats at the edge of the cocktail glass.
Yay gin!! Sorry I’m too full of wine to do more than affirm the general goodness of gin. How about we just pretend I said something intelligent and witty and worthy of the Gin Council? All those in favour say aye. Aye!
It is the opinion of this Council member that, at a certain point in the evening’s proceedings, “Yay gin!!” is both witty and worthy enough.
Seconded (several days later)