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1128 Portucale Spiced Gin
Best enjoyed with Franklin & Sons Original Ginger Ale, garnished with 
Thin Slice of Fresh Ginger and 
Twist of Orange Peel.
Recommended TonicFranklin & Sons Original Ginger Ale
Garnish
Thin Slice of Fresh Ginger
Garnish
Twist of Orange Peel1128 Portucale Spiced Gin
Distilled Gin · 38 % ABV · PT
1128 Portucale Spiced Gin is produced by Portucale Premium Drinks as part of a range inspired by the year 1128, a date associated with the early formation of the Portuguese nation. The series aims to highlight botanicals and flavours connected to Portugal, and the Spiced Gin expression focuses on warm spices and citrus elements combined with a classic juniper base.
Citrus · Spicy · Herbal
According to the producer, the gin is created with seven botanicals, including juniperJuniperThe one compulsory botanical: gin must taste predominantly of juniper. Its "berry" is really a small conifer cone, resinous and peppery.Glossary, cloves, cardamom and orange peel, complemented by the addition of port wine, which contributes both aromatic nuances and a link to one of Portugal's most emblematic products. The botanicals are separated into three groups to undergo individual distillations. Each group is distilled independently to preserve the specific character of its components, after which the resulting distillates are blendedBlendingMixing distillates made separately, one botanical or group of botanicals at a time, to build the final recipe.Glossary to form the final spirit.
On the nose, the gin presents spice-forward aromas, with cloves and cardamom emerging first, followed by citrus notes from orange peel and the herbal presence of juniper.
The palate continues this profile with a balance of warm spice, subtle sweetness from the port wine component and a gentle bitterness coming from the citrus. The texture remains smooth throughout, leading to an herbal and mildly spiced finish that reflects the structure of the chosen botanicals.
At 38 percent alcohol by volume, 1128 Portucale Spiced Gin fits into the category of accessible spiced gins suitable for a variety of preparations. It can be served in a gin and tonic with a citrus garnish to enhance the orange notes, or integrated into cocktails where spice and herbal depth are desired, such as a spiced gin sour or long drinks highlighting its citrus and warm-spice character.
Portucale Spiced Gin & Ginger Tonic
PerfectServe
Recommended Tonic
Garnish
Thin Slice of Fresh Ginger
Twist of Orange PeelInstructions
In a highballHighballA long drink served in a tall, straight glass with plenty of ice: a spirit topped with soda or tonic. The word also names the glass.Glossary glass, add large ice cubesLarge iceOne large block melts far more slowly than several small cubes, so the drink stays cold without watering down.Glossary to maintain a slow dilutionDilutionThe water added by melting ice. In the right amount it opens the aromas and softens the alcohol; too much flattens the drink.Glossary.
Pour 5 cl of 1128 Portucale Spiced Gin over the ice.
Top with 15 cl of Franklin & Sons Original Ginger Ale, whose subtle spice and sweetness complement the gin's cardamom and clove notes.
Stir gently to combine.
Garnish with a thin slice of fresh ginger and a twist of orangeTwistA strip of peel twisted over the glass to release its oils, then dropped into the drink.Glossary peel to enhance the citrus and spice profile.
For alternative pairings, consider Fever-Tree Aromatic Tonic WaterAromatic tonicA more bitter tonic, often tinted by Angostura or other bitters. It suits spicy gins.Glossary or East Imperial Burma Tonic.
Flavors
Ingredients
- Cardamom
- Cloves
- Juniper
- Orange peel
- Port Wine