{"id":22575,"date":"2025-10-17T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mostlyfood.co.uk\/?p=22575"},"modified":"2025-10-10T10:33:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T09:33:31","slug":"the-white-choice-for-gin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mostlyfood.co.uk\/index.php\/the-white-choice-for-gin\/","title":{"rendered":"The \u2018white\u2019 choice for Gin"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Gin &amp; Tonic Day: 19 October.<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s National Gin &amp; Tonic Day on 19 October 2025 so it\u2019s time to celebrate this classic serve. What better way than with a G&amp;T made with a gin created by the celebrated chef Marco Pierre White? He worked with a top Master Distiller to create a smooth, super-premium gin, called, simply, MR WHITE\u2019S GIN (40% ABV).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-22576 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mostlyfood.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Mr-Whites-Gin-and-Tonic.jpg\" alt=\"Mr Whites Gin and Tonic\" width=\"437\" height=\"437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mostlyfood.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Mr-Whites-Gin-and-Tonic.jpg 868w, https:\/\/www.mostlyfood.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Mr-Whites-Gin-and-Tonic-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mostlyfood.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Mr-Whites-Gin-and-Tonic-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.mostlyfood.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Mr-Whites-Gin-and-Tonic-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 437px) 100vw, 437px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Marco Pierre White is a top chef, restaurateur and television personality. For a celebrity chef, his approach is unconventional. This is a chef who likes simplicity. Dubbed, \u201cThe Godfather of Modern Cooking\u201d, having been the first chef in Britain and the youngest in the world to garner 3 Michelin stars, he loves classic cookery and loves his gin to be a classic London Dry.<\/p>\n<p>One of Marco Pierre White\u2019s favourite serves is a Gin &amp; Tonic. Just as with great cooking, you can\u2019t make something great without perfect ingredients, so reach for the MR. WHITE\u2019S GIN.<\/p>\n<p>The expertise of the world-renowned chef unites with that of a master gin distiller to create a distinctive and elegant London Dry Gin that is bold yet refined. It embodies the beauty of simplicity, the harmony of strength and subtlety, and the luxury of true craftsmanship.<\/p>\n<p>The gin designed for those who respect quality and appreciate the simplicity of something done well. Marco Pierre White says: \u201cCreating a gin is like creating a sauce: the fine balance of ingredients \u2013 in this case botanicals \u2013 must be supremely good. Working with our Master Distiller, Chris Sadler, we\u2019ve produced a London Dry Gin that is smooth, complex, and elegant. This gin reflects my approach to cooking \u2013 simple yet powerful, with layers of complexity. It\u2019s not about being flashy, it&#8217;s about being true to the natural ingredients. The juniper is bold and assertive but balanced with an unexpected depth of botanicals.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The perfect serve MR. WHITE\u2019S G &amp; T is garnished with a sprig of fresh lavender, echoing one of the botanicals which delivers a delicate floral note to this classic London Dry Gin. If lavender is hard to source at this time of year, opt for a twist of orange zest, echoing the fresh orange in the spirit.<\/p>\n<p>Find this exceptional gin in 111 top Sainsbury\u2019s stores across the UK and online at https:\/\/www.sainsburys.co.uk\/gol-ui\/product\/mr-whites-london-dry-gin-70cl, priced at around \u00a332.99. Look out for the bottle: it\u2019s distinctively white with red highlights, making this an elegant gift as well as a bottle to have in your drinks collection.<\/p>\n<h3>The botanicals<\/h3>\n<p>The botanicals in MR WHITE\u2019S GIN are: Juniper from Italy, Coriander, Cardamom, Italian Orris Root, French Lavender, Fresh Lemon Peel from Greece, Fresh Orange Peel from Spain, Lemon Verbena, and Liquorice sourced in France.<\/p>\n<h4>Tasting notes:<\/h4>\n<p>WHITE\u2019S GIN offers a sophisticated and balanced flavour profile that delights the palate<\/p>\n<p>On the nose: a fresh and invigorating bouquet where classic juniper takes centre stage, complemented by bright citrus freshness which add a lively zest, while subtle floral hints weave a touch of elegance and intrigue to create an inviting and well-balanced aroma.<\/p>\n<h4>On the palate:<\/h4>\n<p>Juniper: The backbone of this London Dry Gin, with robust and classic pinene notes.<\/p>\n<p>Citrus Notes: Lemon and orange peel deliver bright, zesty flavours adding a refreshing quality.<\/p>\n<p>Spices and Herbs: Warm, aromatic spices and herbaceous notes that enhance the complexity and depth of the spirit.<\/p>\n<p>Floral Undertones: Delicate floral hints from French Lavender, that add an extra layer of sophistication.<\/p>\n<p>Sweet and Earthy Elements: Subtle sweet and earthy undertones that round out the profile.<\/p>\n<p>Mouthfeel: A smooth and silky texture, with a medium to full body that makes it both refreshing and satisfying. Its well-rounded mouthfeel ensures that the flavours are evenly distributed and linger pleasantly after each sip.<\/p>\n<p>Finish: The finish is clean and crisp, with the dominant juniper and citrus notes gradually giving way to the more subtle spicy, herbal, and sweet undertones. This leaves a refreshing and balanced aftertaste.<\/p>\n<p>Follow the brand on Instagram &#8211; @mrwhitesgin \u2013 and tag showing your MR. WHITE\u2019S GIN &amp; TONIC serve. Cheers and Happy G&amp;T Day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gin &amp; Tonic Day: 19 October. It\u2019s National Gin &amp; Tonic Day on 19 October 2025 so it\u2019s time to celebrate this classic serve. 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