Jaisalmer Gin - An Oasis In The Desert
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Although you might think of gin as being very English, the Indian subcontinent's influence on the spirit and how it is drunk has been substantial.\\xa0
From the botanicals commonly used in its production to its most popular drink, the gin and tonic, the influence of India can easily be seen. Yet it is only recently that India has produced its own interpretation of the spirit and really added its voice to the gin conversation.\\xa0
One of the brands that have been leading the way is Jaisalmer, which is a luxury gin made in Northern India that showcases the flavours of its home.\\xa0
To find out more, we talked to Mr Sanjeev Banga, President of International Business at the gins' parent company, Radico Khaitan about the growth of gin in India, what makes a distinctively Indian gin and what cocktails enhanced their gin.