Smoky Coromandel Sling. Photo / Gretchen Lowe
New Zealand's boutique gin distilleries reinvent the classic G&T.
"I love water," someone once said, "especially when it's frozen in cubes and surrounded by gin."
The traditional G&T may be a summer staple, but a Canvas feature on what's become know as the "Ginaissance" (read Joanna Wane's story here)
finds New Zealand's boutique distilleries are now producing world-class gins for all seasons.
From a "campfire cocktail" to a classic with a twist, three Kiwi aficionados share a recipe for their favourite autumn gin cocktail.
Smoky Coromandel Sling
Warmth and smokiness paired with sweet spiciness and herbal components brought in by the Benedictine — a refined amalgamation of tradition and innovation, of science and art, with a touch of magic. So far, it's the Coromandel's only dedicated cocktail. It won't be the last.
Paul Schneider, Awildian (Coromandel Distilling Company, Thames)
30ml Awildian Coromandel Mānuka Gin
30ml Benedictine
30ml lime juice
60ml Fever-Tree Ginger Ale
Dash of Angostura bitters
Shake all the ingredients, except the ginger ale, over ice. Strain into a chilled sour glass or Champagne flute. Top with ginger ale and garnish with maraschino cherries and a pineapple slice.
