Rives Sloe Gin
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Rives Sloe Gin
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Description
Rives Sloe Gin is a remarkable spirit, distilled with an unwavering commitment to quality and tradition since 1880. This artisanal gin is crafted in El Puerto de Santa Maria, Spain by the esteemed Rives Distillers, a family-owned company boasting a rich heritage in spirit-making. The clean, dry taste of Rives Sloe Gin is a testament to their time-honored methods, utilizing finely selected Sloe berries that are meticulously steeped in pure gin to create a vibrant, dark ruby liqueur.
With every sip, you will experience:
- Nose: The enticing aroma greets you with a medley of ripe red fruits, bold juniper, and the refreshing essence of fresh sloes.
- Palate: Revel in the off-dry, crisp taste where bright medicinal berry notes intertwine with fragrant sloe and juniper, culminating in a tangy, fresh finish.
- Finish: A clean and bright finale awaits, marked by smooth, lingering almond undertones and a sophisticated fruity character.
To fully appreciate the exquisite flavors of Rives Sloe Gin, consider these delightful serving suggestions:
- Serve over ice with tonic, garnished with slices of lemon or lime and a sprig of fresh rosemary.
- Indulge in a luxurious Sloe Gin Royale by topping with chilled prosecco and a rosemary sprig.
- Create a refreshing Sloe Gin Genie cocktail by mixing with lemon juice, simple syrup, mint leaves, and crushed ice.
- Craft a unique Cranberry & Sloe Gin Martini with lemon or lime juice and cranberry jelly, garnished with rosemary or lemon peel.
- Enjoy a Winter G&T, combining with London Dry Gin and tonic water for a warming twist.
- Try it with lemon tonic or bitter lemon, embellished with an orange slice for a refreshing Pink Sip.
- Elevate your experience with a Sloe Royal in a chilled flute topped with champagne.
- Serve on the rocks for a summery alternative or mix into a Bramble cocktail with London Dry Gin, sugar syrup, and fresh lemon juice over ice.
- Whip up a Sloe Gin Spritz with port, lemonade, prosecco, and a lemon twist, adorned with a blackberry.
- Experiment with a classic Sloe Gin Fizz using club soda and a lemon slice garnish.
For optimal preservation of your Rives Sloe Gin, store it in a cool, dark environment with the bottle tightly sealed. Keeping it in the ideal temperature range of 4°C to 20°C will ensure the integrity of its vibrant flavors for years to come.
Tasting notes
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Key features
| Producer | Rives Distillers |
|---|---|
| ABV | 25% |
| Bottle Size | 70 cl |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Andalusia |
| Vintage | NV |
Serving suggestions
- Serve with tonic and lots of ice garnished with lemon or lime slices and fresh rosemary
- Serve as a Sloe Gin Royale topped with chilled prosecco and a rosemary sprig
- Serve as a Sloe Gin Genie cocktail with lemon juice simple syrup mint leaves and crushed ice
- Serve as a Cranberry & Sloe Gin Martini with lemon or lime juice cranberry jelly and garnished with rosemary or lemon peel
- Serve in a Winter G&T with London Dry Gin and tonic water
- Serve with lemon tonic or bitter lemon garnished with an orange slice (Pink Sip)
- Serve as a Sloe Royal in a chilled flute topped with champagne
- Serve on the rocks as a summery alternative
- Serve as a Bramble cocktail with London Dry Gin sugar syrup and fresh lemon juice over ice
- Serve as a Sloe Gin Spritz with port lemonade prosecco lemon twist and blackberry
- Serve as a Sloe Gin Fizz with lemon juice egg white simple syrup topped with champagne
- Serve as a classic Sloe Gin Fizz with club soda and lemon slice garnish
Storage advice
For optimal preservation of Sloe Gin adhere to the following practical storage recommendations based on general gin storage guidelines adapted for the sloe gin variety:
- Temperature: Store Sloe Gin at a consistent cool temperature ideally between 4°C and 20°C. Around 4°C (40°F) is often cited as optimal to minimize oxidation evaporation and degradation of botanical notes. Avoid temperature fluctuations and extremes of heat or cold that can negatively impact flavor integrity.
- Light Exposure: Keep the bottle in a dark place away from any direct sunlight or strong artificial light. Light exposure can alter the chemical composition and cause browning or flavor deterioration especially in colored or flavored spirits like sloe gin.
- Sealing: After each use ensure the bottle is tightly sealed with its original cap to prevent air ingress and oxidation which can change taste and aroma. For longer storage consider an additional cap or vacuum seal for enhanced protection.
- Bottle Position: Store the bottle upright. This prevents the alcohol from contact with the cork which can cause the cork to dry out crumble and allow air inside accelerating spoilage.
- Humidity: While not often specified for gin store in a dry environment to protect the cork quality and label condition. Excessive humidity may affect the cork and packaging but does not directly harm the liquid.
- Additional Tips Specific to Sloe Gin: Since sloe gin is a fruit-flavored spirit it may be slightly more sensitive to heat and air than plain gin. If opened aim to consume within 1-2 years for best quality keeping it refrigerated after opening can help prolong freshness but is not mandatory as long as the bottle remains sealed and stored properly.
- Unopened Bottle: Keep in the original sealed condition in a cool dark cupboard or cellar away from heat sources and strong odors that could permeate through cork or cap.
- Opened Bottle: After opening ensure the cap is replaced tightly after each pour keep upright and store in a cool dark place. Refrigeration can extend life but is optional if other conditions are maintained.
By following these guidelines the taste and quality of your Sloe Gin can be preserved optimally over time.
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