V2C Navy Strength Gin

In the days of uncharted waters, Holland was a great seafaring nation. Gin was the remedy to many things encountered by those sailing the high seas, and the precious spirit was often stored below deck next to the gunpowder. To ensure the gunpowder would still explode in the event of any gin-leakage, a 57% alcohol by volume/ 100° proof gin was distilled. This spirit became known as Navy Strength Gin. There are many ways to enjoy our V2C Navy Strength Gin. If you're thinking about a gin and tonic we recommend the following recipe for you to try. Mix 50ml of Navy Strength Gin with 150ml of Fentimans Connoisseur Tonic water. You can garnish the drink with some samphire (zeekraal) and a slice of grapefruit. Because of its high proof the Navy Strength Gin makes a good cocktail base spirit (for a solid punch). A gin-based Martini or a Bloody Mary (actually called a Red Snapper if you use gin instead of Vodka). 50 cl 57% Alc.