Quebec is indeed a major producer of quality gin and it is very important to encourage local products. However, we would like to draw your attention to a number of highly reputable gins from elsewhere in the world.

Even if the origin of gin is attributed to the Netherlands or the United Kingdom, we can find gin all over the world. In fact, gin has become increasingly popular in recent years, which may explain why so many countries have decided to produce it.

Here are 10 well-known gins that caught our attention and would be interesting to find on your shelves.

1. Monkey 47 Schwarzwald Dry Gin (Germany)

Based on a recipe dating back to 1960, this renowned gin was developed by Alexander Stein in 2008. It is made from 47 herbs and spices, hence the name, and its taste is characterised by fresh lemon, fine floral and aniseed notes.

2. Aviation Gin Oregon (USA)

Dry gin produced in Oregon originally came from the aviation cocktail industry. The taste is less strongly juniper flavoured than some other gins. Other than juniper berries, this smooth gin is flavoured with lavender, orange peel, cardamom, coriander, Indian sarsaparilla and anise.

3. Hendrick's Gin (UK)

This gin from Scotland is known for its aromas of rose, cucumber and violet mixed with eleven fine aromatics to create a very balanced gin. This spirit pairs well with both floral and spicy flavours.

4. Japanese Roku Gin (Japan)

This gin has been an unexpected success all over the world. It is composed, among other things, of a combination of Japanese plants. When tasting it, one immediately finds lemon notes, then cherry blossoms (Sakura) and finally Sansho pepper which enhances the taste. It is a gin that blends very well with ginger.

5. Gin Mare Distilled Gin (Spain)

Excellent summer gin created according to traditional Mediterranean techniques through a delicate maceration. A spirit characterised by thyme, basil, rosemary and arbequina olive which gives it an exceptional taste especially when mixed with other flavours. A great choice if you enjoy gins with a variety of flavours.

6. Star of Bombay Dry Gin (UK)

Made by the botanists at Bombay Sapphire in England, the original and delicious taste of this spirit comes from the steam infusion of 8 plants. On the palate, there is a sweetness that comes from the fact that it is composed of ambrette seeds and bergamot peel. It can be enjoyed as a gin and tonic with orange peel, mint or ginger.

7. Plymouth Traditional Sloe Gin (UK)

Winner of the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2011This gin is made of juniper berries, of course, but also coriander seeds, orange and lemon peel, angelica, cardamom, iris and sloes, which give it a smooth, natural and acidic taste.

8. Gordon's Sloe Gin (UK)

A refined and fruity gin infused with sloe berries giving it a sweet note. There is also a slight taste of blackcurrant, fig, cinnamon, clove and almond. Perfect in cocktails, as an alternative gin and tonic or simply on its own.

9. Generous Gin (France)

French artisanal gin made with natural ingredients including juniper berry, citrus, mandarin, red pepper, jasmine and elderflower. The flavours are all in harmony which generates a good length in the mouth. On the other hand, it is a rather full-bodied gin so it is a little less versatile.

10. Citadelle No Mistake Old Tom Gin (France)

Spiced gin made over a period of 90 days. Cubeb, a spice native to South East Asia, stands out on the nose, with notes of stewed sultanas, oranges and lemons, cinnamon, then coriander seeds and toasted cassia. It is a warmer gin that drinks well in winter.

We hope to have introduced you to some new gins that might interest you.

Enjoy your meal!

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