Gin articles

Gin is one of the world’s most popular spirits, known for its distinctive juniper flavor. On the Bondston blog, you’ll learn about its history, famous brands and how to create timeless cocktails like the Gin & Tonic as well as modern twists. We share reviews, tasting notes and creative mixing tips for your home bar.

47 Botanist: Meet the Monkey 47 Gin
14. 01. 2025
47 Botanist: Meet the Monkey 47 Gin
Monkey 47: Gin with the soul of the Black Forest When the name Monkey 47 Black Forest Dry Gin is mentioned, gin lovers immediately take notice. This iconic drink combines artisanal excellence, tradition and a unique taste that celebrates Germany's beautiful Black Forest. But how did this extraordinary gin, which has won the hearts of lovers around the world, come to be? A story full of…
Bareksten - mythical gins from the Norwegian forests
14. 07. 2023
Bareksten - mythical gins from the Norwegian forests
History of the brand The Bareksten brand is an unfamiliar concept, so we want to tell you its story, which is also the story of a man who wanted to create something unique in the world of alcohol. Stig Bareksten is responsible for the unique Bareksten gins and spirits. From the looks of it, this gentleman is a very interesting man. Let's take a closer look at his story. His first encounter…
Puerto de Indias: Pioneers in the gin world
20. 12. 2022
Puerto de Indias: Pioneers in the gin world
Welcome to the world of Spanish gin! If you're looking for a premium, sophisticated and fragrant gin, then you've come to the right place! Puerto de Indias is a very popular brand hailing from the city of Seville, which has become a world pioneer in flavoured gins. What sets Puerto de Indias apart is its dedication to quality and craftsmanship. All of their gins are made in small batches,…
Sir Edmond: The first gin infused with bourbon vanilla
12. 07. 2022
Sir Edmond: The first gin infused with bourbon vanilla
A little while ago a truck from the Netherlands arrived to us full of refreshing surprises! We would like to announce that thanks to our professional team, we have become a distributor of the fantastic Sir Edmond vanilla gin! It is exceptional with its beautiful design but most importantly with the perfect ingredients that the gin is made from. At the moment there are only 7 selected countries…
Hernö: Swedish excellence in the bottle
06. 05. 2022
Hernö: Swedish excellence in the bottle
It all started with a passion that grew when young Jon Hillgren left for London. He found a job and started making a living as a bartender. There he discovered the enchanting world of gin. After years of research and study of gin, a university degree in political science, and the work of a bureaucrat, Jon had a grand plan in his head to establish his own brand of gin. In 2011, he founded Hernö…
Huge success of two Slovak gins!
16. 02. 2022
Huge success of two Slovak gins!
In the second half of 2021, the family business BVD (Bird Valley Distillery) received international awards! Their purely Slovak products Gin Gin and Lúčky Gin won CPW&SC in the category London Dry gin double silver! However, these are not just ordinary awards from the average company. Hong Kong hosts the most prestigious Cathay Pacific Wine & Spirit Competition every year. For the thirteenth…
News from Whitley Neill - a special edition of gins for the summer
06. 07. 2021
News from Whitley Neill - a special edition of gins for the summer
The Whitley Neill brand produce London Dry Gin, which was launched in 2005 by Johnny Neill, following an old family tradition in gin production. Introducing Whitley Neill's family history The Neill family began distillation in 1762, and Johnny Neill is the eighth generation to maintain a long family tradition. From a young age he liked to experiment. Under the guidance of his grandmother, he…