![]() The third requirement of the EU regulation: Only natural flavorings may be used, whereby the juniper taste must remain predominant. If a juniper distillate has less alcohol, it may not be labelled Gin. Furthermore, EU law requires a minimum alcohol content of 37.5% vol. In the EU's 2008 spirits regulation, Gin is defined as a juniper-flavoured spirit obtained by flavouring ethyl alcohol of agricultural origin with juniper berries. The berries of the juniper bush play a decisive role in Gin. The name of the spirit is derived from the French word for juniper 'genévrier'. ![]() Gins made from various herbs or fruits and from all corners of the world decorate the shelves of supermarkets, specialized trade and online shops. The ongoing Gin trend is hard to avoid these days. Is Whisky Vegan, Kosher or Gluten-Free?. ![]()
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