Gin Drinker's Year: Drinking and Other Things to Do With Gin; Day by Day, Season by Season

The Gin Drinker's Year is a celebration of gin and includes 150 gin cocktails, 30 gin-spiked food recipes, and snippets of gin-eral knowledge. It highlights important events and holidays throughout the year, such as New Year's resolutions, Burns Night, St Patrick's Day, Shakespeare's birthday, and more.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 176 pages
\n Publication date: 14 October 2021
\n Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
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The Gin Drinker's Year is a lavish celebration of all things gin, encompassing a vast array of cocktails, delectable food recipes infused with gin, and heartfelt tributes to the iconic Gin and Juice. This comprehensive guide features an impressive collection of 150 gin cocktails and innovative gin-infusions, alongside 30 mouthwatering gin-spiked food recipes, such as Penne alla Gin and Minty G&T Lollies. It also pays homage to the wit and wisdom of renowned gin soak Dorothy Parker, delves into the rules of Gin Pong and Ten-Gin Bowling, and unveils fascinating gin-related facts, including the history of vermouth, the Christmas gift bestowed upon the beefeaters of the Tower of London, and the significance of celebrating National Gingerbread Day.

With each passing month, the festivities unfold in a delightful tapestry of experiences. In January, we kick off the year with New Year's resolutions, Burns Night, and a celeriac gin-fusion. February brings with it Spin the Bottle, National Toast Day, Pancake Day, and the Leap Day Cocktail, adding a touch of whimsy and fun to the calendar. March heralds the arrival of Gin Snap, White Day, St. Patrick's Day, Earl Grey, and a delightful medley of questionable poetry. April celebrates Shakespeare's birthday, National Raisin Day, and a whimsical Gin Rickey inspired by The Great Gatsby.

May brings a host of celebrations, including Dick Bradsell's birthday, a delightful Delft Donkey, a mini opera, and International Tea Day. June unveils the allure of Strawberry Fields, World Gin Day, Father's Day, a medley of cobblers, and the joys of floral foraging. July celebrates Independence Day, genever, National Pi a Colada Day, and the enchanting world of garden games. August brings with it the sweetness of lychees, the brilliance of Dorothy Parker, the wit of Ogden Nash, World Oyster Day, and the delightful Dubonnet.

September explores the beauty of hedgerows, the allure of Florida, International Talk Like a Pirate Day, and the directions to Park Lane, adding a touch of adventure and intrigue to the months. October brings with it International Gin & Tonic Day, the Beer Flood, spooky concoctions, and the delightful Sake. November commemorates Albert Camus, National Espresso Day, and the anniversary of Casablanca, rounding out the year with a blend of literary and culinary delights.

December brings the festive season to a grand finale, with International Gin & Tonic Day, the Beer Flood, and a host of merry celebrations. The Gin Drinker's Year is a testament to the versatility and charm of gin, offering a year-long journey of indulgence, discovery, and camaraderie for every gin enthusiast. So, raise your glasses, toast to the spirit of gin, and let the festivities begin!

\n Weight: 370g\n
Dimension: 138 x 182 x 18 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780753734551\n \n