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June 18 is celebrated all across the globe as Father's Day, thus making it one of those unique ways of honouring our dads and the relationships we share with them. And every celebration calls for some gifts and presents, don't they? While there are many who take their time out and plan everything in advance, there are equally many who find themselves in a fix at the last hour. And, if you are among the latter, then we have got you covered.
If your dad is an alcohol connoisseur or someone who only likes to drink on special occasions, your best bet for a gift right now could be a nice bottle of gin! One of the most popular alcoholic beverages, gin was initially used as a medicinal alcohol before making its way as a party drink. With juniper being the main ingredient, gins have a wide variety of origins, flavours and styles.
Here's a list of the top Indian gins that you can present as a last-minute gift for your dad this Father's Day:
Beginners
1) Seagram's Gin
Produced as the Indian version of the original Seagram's Gin, this version is created with a base of the Bombay Dry Gin with a touch of some Indian ingredients to add just the right kick.
2) Gordon's London Dry Gin
Another affordable gin, this particular gin has a strong essence of juniper which can work in your favour if you enjoy cocktails. Its smooth texture makes it perfect for drinking neat or on the rocks.
3) Greater Than
One of the only London dry gins made in India, Greater Than has high notes of citrus and has won various awards including World Spirits Competition, London Spirits Competition and more.
Intermediate
1) Bombay Sapphire
One of the most popular brands of gin, Bombay Sapphire is made with 10 botanicals including lemon peel, almond, and liquorice among others. Sold in a beautiful sapphire bottle, Bombay Sapphire sold over 5 million cases last year.
2) Beefeater
Another popular gin brand in India, Beefeater is a London dry gin owned by Pernod Ricard. The gin features nine botanicals including coriander, Seville oranges, and lemon peel among others.
3) Tanqueray
With a record of being the highest-selling gin in 2016, Tanqueray is distilled in London and aged in oak barrels for a notable aroma, taste and finish.
Connoisseur
1) Monkey 47
Hailing from the Black Forest of Germany, Monkey 47 is a complex dry gin that has a distinct taste, thanks to the 47 botanicals that are used to create this marvel.
2) The Botanist
The Botanist is an Islay gin made by the Bruichladdich Distillery using 22 hand-foraged local botanicals. The gin packs in big notes of citrus and flowers.
3) Jaisalmer
The luxury gin Jaisalmer is made by alcohol manufacturer Radico Khaitan. The carefully curated bottle and its ingredient list ensure a luxurious experience featuring 11 botanicals including Darjeeling green tea, lemongrass, and vetiver among others.
