The Modern Bar Cart Podcast Episosde 295 - State of Gin, 2025 with Bobby Freeman
Mar 7, 2025
Join Bobby Freeman, a UK-based gin enthusiast and creator of 'No Nonsense Gin Drinking,' as he dives into the vibrant world of gin. He shares his personal journey, from a life-changing gin & tonic to the latest gin trends like citrus-heavy styles and a wild pink gin bubble. The conversation explores quirky botanicals, like those featuring oyster shells and even elephant dung. Bobby also discusses the eclectic cocktail trends in London's bar scene and shares humorous anecdotes that keep the spirit of the conversation lively.
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First Gin Experiences
- Bobby Freeman's first gin and tonic, a Gordon's, was initially jarring due to the tonic's bitterness.
- He acquired the taste quickly and then realized gin could be better than Gordon's with Beefeater.
Exploring Gin Preferences
- Explore diverse gin styles beyond London Dry.
- Consider flavor notes and botanicals to identify your preferences, like juniper-forward or citrusy gins.
UK Gin Trends
- The pink gin trend during COVID has been replaced by a citrus gin craze in the UK.
- Bobby Freeman highlights Silent Pool's rare citrus gin featuring Buddha's Hand Lemon as an innovative example.