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Makar Original Dry Gin

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Makar Original Dry Gin is a London Dry style spirit produced by the Glasgow Distillery Company in Scotland. It is distilled in a traditional copper pot still using a recipe that features juniper berries as the primary botanical, alongside rosemary, angelica root, and citrus peel. The production process involves vapor infusion for some delicate botanicals to preserve their volatile oils. This gin is formulated to meet the legal requirements of London Dry gin while incorporating locally sourced Scottish botanicals.

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What makes Makar Original Dry Gin taste different from floral modern gins?

Makar Original is deliberately juniper-led, with rosemary, angelica root, coriander seed, citrus peel, and other supporting botanicals. Its dry, piney profile is closer to classic London Dry gin than to fruit-forward products such as Nolet's Silver.

Where is Makar Original Dry Gin distilled?

It is made by The Glasgow Distillery Company in Glasgow, Scotland. The name Makar is a Scots word associated with a poet or maker.

What garnish works best with Makar gin and tonic?

Rosemary and a strip of citrus peel reinforce botanicals already present in Makar Original. A neutral tonic is preferable if the goal is to preserve its strong juniper character.

Is Makar Original suitable for a Dry Martini?

Yes, its juniper-forward profile and dry finish suit a traditional Martini with dry vermouth. It will produce a more classically piney drink than contemporary floral or berry-led gins.

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