FAQ
Here is a list of questions we are frequently asked!
If you don't find the answer to your question, don't hesitate to write us.
Question: Is it easy to make your gin Ginius?
Response: Yes, but it's mostly fun! View our step-by-step in less than a minute !
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Question: What's the difference between the botanical mixes on offer?
The original Ginius is our best-seller. On the palate, it offers slightly spicy notes. Thanks to the 17 aromatic herbs that give it its unique taste, it has sapin notes, a hint of pepper and an aromatic finish of lavender and rosemary.
Exp - Lemon and grains of paradise
On the palate, it offers citrus notes thanks to its prominent lemon peel. Grains of paradise, cubeb berries and coriander balance out to develop pleasant aromas and make this an easy-drinking gin.
Exp - Rose petals and cucumber
In the manner of herbaceous gins, this profile shows notes of cucumber, and fine flowers such as elderberry, chamomile and meadowsweet. Orange and lemon peel and rose petals refine the nose of this unique and different gin.
Exp - Wintergreen
Its minty taste honors the Quebec wintergreen typical of Boisé gin. The aromatic cardamom, combined with red clover and cubeb berry, makes this a versatile gin that leaves no one indifferent.
Exp - Pumpkin
This gin is liquid pumpkin pie! With a hint of cinnamon, a pinch of orange peel, licorice and allspice, it's the perfect autumn gin. Try it warm around a fire, it's even better.
Exp - Wild Rose (NEW)
This gin offers a slightly pink colour as the hibsicus flower leaves its mark in the maceration process. Aromas of candied oranges, cardamom, wintergreen and pink pepper add a nice balance to this unique and tasty gin
Exp - Boreal (NEW)
The boreal experience reveals hints of Quebec's forests, including dune pepper, cedar, balsam fir, white spruce, red clover enhanced with notes of orange peel and angelica roots. Enjoy a glass of Quebec's forest.
Discover the various aromatics of each flavor
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Question: What is the best neutral alcohol for my GINIUS?
Response: For us, the best quality/price ratio is our neutral alcohol that we have made from corn and the use of the best spring water in Quebec, Radnor water in the Mauricie region. L'neutral alcohol Ginius is an excellent Quebec product bottled by artisans who have at heart the success of your productions.
This product is available at the SAQ for 30.75$ it's unbeatable!
If it is not available in your area, Absolut Vodka, Belvedere Vodka or Bold Vodka does the job perfectly. You'll appreciate the finished product just as much.
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Question: What is the delivery time?
Response: As each Ginius GinKit is assembled by hand and made to order to keep the botanicals fresh, a delay of about 5 days is required to allow us to assemble and ship it.
We use 2 transporters to deliver the orders either Canpar and Canada Post. We also have the possibility to have accelerated delivery times to receive your order within 2 working days by paying a small surcharge offered at the final invoice.
Free shipping is offered on orders of $150 or more*.
*Excluding barrels and the GinKit Barrique set.
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Question: I have been charged tax on my order but it does not seem to be the amount usually paid in tax.
Response: As the product is based on botanical ingredients and spices, the product is not taxable. However, taxes are charged on shipping only or on ordered accessories.
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Question: Do the spices and botanicals used have an expiry date?
Response: Spices and botanicals lose some of their fragrance and flavouring properties approximately 12 months after opening. We advise you to use them as quickly as possible in order to maximize their benefit.
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Question: Are returns eligible?
Response: Unfortunately, there are no returns on our Ginius boxed products and refills as they contain perishable items such as food and spices and cannot be returned for health and safety reasons. We cannot offer you a refund or exchange.
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Question: Do you have a physical shop?
Response: No, all purchases are made directly online on our website, on saq.comat our retailers or at Simons House.
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