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Black Pig Montado Alentejano Gin

PT Black Pig Alentejo Distillery 42 % ABV 0.0 / 10
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Black Pig Montado Alentejano Gin served with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water, garnished with lightly singed rosemary sprig

Best enjoyed with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water, garnished with lightly singed rosemary sprig.

Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic WaterRecommended TonicFever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water
Lightly Singed Rosemary Sprig Garnish Lightly Singed Rosemary Sprig
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Black Pig Montado Alentejano Gin Description

Black Pig Montado Alentejano Gin is a distinctive Portuguese spirit that captures the essence of the Alentejo region's unique ecosystem. Crafted by Black Pig Alentejo Distillery, this dry gin is produced using a base spirit distilled from fermented carob and acorns, reflecting the rich agricultural heritage of the area. The gin is further infused with a selection of botanicals, including almonds, walnuts, chestnuts, juniper, citrus, and herbs, all harvested from the local Montado landscape. This meticulous process results in a gin with a complex flavor profile, characterized by earthy and nutty notes complemented by herbal undertones. Black Pig Montado Alentejano Gin has been recognized with numerous awards, including gold medals at the Virtus Awards in 2019 and 2020, the Stuttgart International Spirits Competition in 2019, and the China Wine & Spirits Awards in 2019. It also received a silver medal at the World Gin Awards in 2020. With an alcohol volume of 42%, this gin offers a robust yet smooth drinking experience, making it a standout choice for gin enthusiasts seeking a taste of Portugal's Alentejo region.

Alentejo Essence

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Black Pig Montado Alentejano Gin served with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water, garnished with lightly singed rosemary sprig
Alentejo Essence
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Using a large ice cube minimizes dilution, preserving the gin's robust flavors. Lightly singeing the rosemary releases its essential oils, adding depth to the drink's aroma.
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Lightly Singed Rosemary Sprig Lightly Singed Rosemary Sprig
Instructions

In a chilled highball glass, pour 5 cl of Black Pig Montado Alentejano Gin, a dry gin that embodies the earthy essence of Portugal's Alentejo region.

Add a large, clear ice cube to maintain the drink's integrity without excessive dilution.

Top with 15 cl of Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water, whose herbal notes complement the gin's botanical profile, including almonds, carob, and chestnuts.

Gently stir to integrate the flavors.

Garnish with a lightly singed rosemary sprig to enhance the herbal aroma, paying homage to the Alentejo's natural landscape.

For alternative pairings, consider Thomas Henry Botanical Tonic or Le Tribute Tonic Water.

Flavors

Herbal
Herbal
Earthy
Earthy

Ingredients

  • Almonds
  • Juniper
  • Citrus
  • Herbs
  • Corn
  • Walnut
  • Carob
  • Chestnuts

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