Gin – Page 5 – Dandy With Lens

Shaken or Stirred? What is the difference?

2016-09-05 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

Shaken or stirred? Your answer to this question depends mostly on your own preference. In this post, you will find enough information to at least give a qualified answer.

What is vermouth?

2016-08-15 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

It has given the name to one of the world’s most famous cocktails, but very few can tell you what it is. In short, it is the ideal mixer for gin with a history that starts in Italy in 1757.

What is Tonic water? – The history and the facts

2016-07-25 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

Thanks to the British army, Gin & Tonic are two inseparable ingredients. Tonic water is not a complex product, it is essentially quinine, carbonated water, and sugar. Just like with gin, adding botanicals makes for a lot of interesting tastes.

10 things you did not know about gin

2016-07-11 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

In my opinion, gin is one of the most underrated spirits. Here are 10 things you probably did not know about gin and its origin.

Oslo Gin Festival

2016-06-13 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

Oslo Gin Festival was the first of its kind in Norway. Last weekend hundreds of people gathered in the capital of Norway to taste and discuss gin, attend masterclasses, and meet fellow gin enthusiasts.

Le Lion – Hamburg’s best cocktails

2016-05-25 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Travel

There is a good reason why Le Lion is ranked among the 20 best bars in the world. Despite the very french name, you do not have to go to Paris to visit this place.

Oriental Pearl Tower (and Dry Martini)

2016-05-08 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Photography, Travel

Shanghai is a paradise for people that loves cityscapes and night photography. You can even enjoy a good Dry Martini and get a photo of the Oriental Pearl Tower at the same time.

Shaken by a Master – Introducing the Japanese Hard Shake

2016-05-01 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Travel

In Tender Bar you will find Japans most famous bartender. Kazuo Uyeda is the inventor of the Hard Shake technique, an extreme way of shaking to maximize aeration of the contents of the shaker.

Dukes Hotel – Mekka for cocktail lovers

2016-03-16 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Travel

For muslims it is all about visiting Mekka once in a liftime. For true lovers of dry Martini’s, Duke Hotel in London should be a destination of equal importance.