With summer in full swing and temperatures rising, what's better than a gin and tonic sorbet to cool down? This recipe combines the refreshing taste of gin and tonic with the sweetness of sorbet, creating an irresistible frozen dessert. But before we dive into the making of this fantastic sorbet, let's take a step back in time and discover the history behind this spirit.
The Origins of Gin: A Journey into the Middle Ages
Gin has a fascinating history that dates back to the Middle Ages. Initially, it wasn't used as the main ingredient in the drinks we know today. Instead, it was a medicinal drink made from juniper berries. Here's how it all began:
Holland and Jenever : In the 13th century, a drink called Jenever , a traditional juniper-based liqueur, was born in Holland. Juniper berries were chosen for their many healing properties, useful for treating ailments such as gout and indigestion.
Arrival in England : In the 17th century, gin began to spread to the United Kingdom thanks to the Dutch leader William of Orange and his wife Mary. William passed laws encouraging the distillation of alcoholic beverages, and gin soon surpassed beer in production.
During the Thirty Years' War, British soldiers in the colonies drank gin before battle. It was believed to have calming properties and give them "Dutch courage."
"In the 18th century, drinking alcohol was considered healthier than drinking water, which was often dirty and polluted. Distilled alcoholic beverages were better and more effectively filtered."
Gin and Tonic Sorbet: A Summer Flavor
Now that we know the history of gin, we can dive into our sorbet. Prepare it following this delicious recipe:
Gin and Tonic Sorbet Recipe
Ingredients:
- 120 ml of water
- 110 g of sugar
- Grated zest and juice of 2 limes
- 600 ml of tonic water
- 120 ml of Cardus Gin
- 1 egg white
Procedure:
1. Make the syrup: dissolve the sugar in the water in a saucepan, bringing the liquid to a boil and cooking for about 10 minutes. Let it cool.
2. Add the lime juice and zest to the syrup, then stir in the gin and tonic water.
3. Whip the egg white until stiff and gently add it to the mixture.
4. Chill the mixture in the freezer for at least an hour, stirring every 15-20 minutes.
Your gin and tonic sorbet is ready to be enjoyed!
Have fun with this delicious creation!