9 Facts About Gin That You Didn’t Know

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1. Gin originated in Holland but is famous in England.

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2. The Dutch physician, Franciscus Sylvius, created genever as medicine.

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3. Gin & Tonic first originated in India during the 19th century.

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4. The Royal Navy mixed gin with lime juice and it was known as Gimlet.

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5. Since gin induced abortions, it was nicknamed as ‘mother’s ruin’.

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6. In London, people used to consume 2 pints of gin each per week during the 1730s.

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7. The Philippines are the largest consumer of gin in the world.

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8. The British Royals introduced Buckingham Palace Gin , their official gin brand.

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9. The disgusting taste of Bathtub gin spawned cocktail culture.

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