Ferdinand's Saar Dry Gin

## Serving Suggestions for Ferdinand's Saar Dry Gin

- Martini style: Especially suited for Vesper-style cocktails.
- Gin & Tonic: Often paired with lemon zest and sage as garnishes.
- Cocktails: Recommended for creative mixes like the Grapeshot Martini.
- On its own: Can be enjoyed chilled before or after meals as an aperitif.
- With green garnishes: Consider using a green grape for a chilled Martini.

To optimally store Dry Gin and preserve its quality and shelf life consider the following practical recommendations:

- Temperature: Store gin at a consistent cool temperature ideally between 4°C and 20°C. Around 4°C (39°F) is often cited as optimal to minimize oxidation and preserve botanicals though room temperatures up to about 20°C are acceptable. Avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold as temperature fluctuations can degrade flavor and quality.

- Light Exposure: Keep the bottle away from direct sunlight and bright artificial light. Light can alter the chemical composition and cause flavors and aromas to deteriorate as well as potentially discolor the liquid. Storing the bottle in a dark cupboard or bar cabinet is preferable.

- Sealing: Always tightly close the bottle after each use to prevent oxidation caused by air exposure. Oxidation can lead to loss of volatile aromas and degradation of flavor. Using the original cap securely or supplementing with additional sealing methods (e.g. vacuum caps) for long-term storage is recommended.

- Bottle Position: Store gin bottles upright never on their side. This prevents prolonged contact between the gin and the cork (if present) which can dry out or degrade allowing air to enter and spoil the spirit more quickly.

- Humidity: While not as critical as for wine moderate humidity is beneficial to keep any natural corks from drying out. Typical indoor humidity levels are usually sufficient; avoid overly dry environments that could damage cork seals.

- Special Storage Tips:
- Avoid storing the gin near products with strong odors (e.g. cleaning agents or spices) to prevent contamination of its aroma and flavor.
- For unopened bottles simply keep them sealed and stored in the recommended conditions.
- For opened bottles limiting air exposure by resealing properly and minimizing storage time once opened helps maintain quality for a longer period.

By following these guidelines — cool dark stable environment; upright positioning; tight sealing; and avoiding strong odors — Dry Gin’s freshness botanical nuances and overall quality will be best preserved both before and after opening.