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The 9 best gins to try with ice – The only thing you need is gin and ice

2018-05-21 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

There is nothing wrong with Gin and Tonic or Dry Martini, but sometimes you want to make it simple. Here is a list of the nine best gins to try with ice cubes only. It doesn’t get much simpler than this. Pour gin, add ice.

How to choose the right cocktail shaker

2018-05-07 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

Bar shaker, cocktail shaker, or just shaker. No matter the name, we all picture a bartender juggling spirits and ice, and the shaker. Maybe we think of the classic James Bond phrase “shaken or stirred?” Here is all you need to know to choose right cocktail shaker.

The Green Hat Gin by New Columbia Distillers

2018-04-02 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Travel

This is the story about Green Hat Gin, a story that includes a dash of the American prohibition and the hypocrisy of politicians and – not to forget, the first distillery to open in DC since the 1920’s.

2 year anniversary

2018-03-19 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Productivity

Today, this blog has been updated every Monday for two years. I want to take this opportunity to not only thank my readers but also to point out some of the resources added to this blog.

Cocktail recipe: Perfect Martinez

2018-03-17 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Cocktails, Gin

The Perfect Martinez is not just any cocktail. Being the predecessor of the modern Dry Martini, it may be the quintessential classic cocktail.

Making gin in the heart of London – The tale of the City of London Distillery

2018-02-12 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Travel

11 years after tasting his first Gin and Tonic, Jonathan Clark enjoys his success with the City of London Distillery, having won multiple awards.

Cocktail recipe: French 75 with lime

2017-12-26 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Cocktails, Gin, Other

The French 75 with lime is a variation of the French 75, originally made with lemon. It is the perfect sparkling cocktail.

The history of Gin and Tonic

2017-11-06 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin

The history of Gin and Tonic is pretty unique. It involves two wars, sickness and, in more recent times, the country of Spain.

How to find your passion – and why it’s important

2017-10-30 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Productivity

Why is it important to find your passion? The short answer is that you cannot succeed in anything if you do not have a passion for it.

London Cocktail Week in pictures

2017-10-09 Bjørn Christian Finbråten Gin, Photography, Travel

The London Cocktail week has just ended. Here are some of my best shots from Spitalfields Market.