Makar is a small batch gin distilled seven times to develop its distinctive, juniper-led smoothness in a copper pot still called Annie, right here in Glasgow.
They have recently released a new expression – Makar Old Tom which is their own interpretation of a traditional style of gin that dates back to the 18th Century and tastes great with lashings of tonic and a wedge of orange.
The bold juniper of Makar is complemented with orange peel, almonds and finished with a little honey to give a slightly sweeter taste that is perfect for classic cocktails like the Tom Collins and Martinez.
Glasgowist challenged Makar to come up with a spring cocktail, so they teamed up with Gin 71 to use Old Tom in this seasonal beauty.
Recreate a fruity classic at home or let them pour you one from the bar in the Merchant City. It’s Friday after all..
Glasgow Kiss Cocktail
Poured by Teo Petrov at Gin 71 Merchant City
Tea said: “We wanted to create a quirky Glaswegian cocktail for our seasonal menu. I hope you like it. I was inspired by strawberry cake… ”
Ingredients
35ml Makar Old Tom
20mls Puerto de Indias Strawberry Gin
25ml Lemon Juice
35mls Strawberry Gomme
Egg White
1 heaped tablespoon of Strawberry Grey Jam (Strawberry Jam works well too)
Method
Add all ingredients to shaker
Stir well to break up the jam
Dry shake (without ice) for ten to fifteen seconds
Add cubed ice and shake vigorously for 8 – 10 seconds
Fine strain into a coupe glass and garnish with berries
Gin 71 Merchant City
No.4 Virginia Court
Glasgow
G1 1TN
Tel: 0141 553 2326
Email: contact@gin71.com