According to research, Gin started to be produced as a medicine in the Netherlands in the mid-16th century. Gin, named Genever in the Netherlands because juniper berries are used in its preparation, is most popular in England.
A large industry was established in England for Gin, whose recipe was brought to England by English soldiers who went to the Netherlands to fight with the King of Spain. This brought Gin to the British monopoly.
Since the 1800s, one of the largest producers and importers of Gin has been England.
Gin is obtained by distilling the alcohol obtained from grains such as barley and wheat with plants, especially juniper berries.
The grain is distilled together with plants such as anise, coriander, mekelot, licorice, cinnamon, fennel and citrus peels. The herbs used determine the aroma of Gin. More than 50 herbs are used in some Gins.
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