Gabagool Bar Guide

Vodka

A neutral grain spirit, ‘clean’ taste

What is vodka distilled from and what’s the typical proof?

Typically from common grains (wheat, corn, rice) but can be from grapes or potatoes to 80 proof (40% ABV).

Classic Vodka Cocktails

Martini, Cosmo, Bloody Mary, White Russian, Moscow Mule

Sobieski

House vodka. 100% polish rye and polish spring water. 80 proof.

Grey Goose

French Vodka, distilled from wheat. Considered ‘top shelf’. 80 proof.

Ketel One

Dutch vodka, distilled from wheat. Considered ‘top shelf’. 80 proof.

Tito’s

American vodka, distilled from 100% yellow corn. Bottled in Austin, Texas. 80 proof.

Hanson Meyer Lemon

American vodka, distilled from 100% USDA organic grapes. Infused with fresh, organic Meyer lemon peels from Sonoma, California. 80 proof.

Cathead Honeysuckle

American vodka, infused with hand picked honeysuckle from Mississippi. Corn-based grain mash. 70 proof.

Gin

Neutral grain spirit, similar to vodka. Must be distilled with juniper berries. Herbal/floral forward and generally botanical taste.

What is gin distilled from and what types of gin are there?

Distilled with a variety of botanicals — herbs, seeds, spices, and florals — but must contain juniper berries. Types include London Dry, Navy Strengh, Old Tom, Plymouth, and Contemporary.

What is contemporary gin?

Juniper flavor profile is discernable, but not prominent, and features other flavors such as citrus, spice, and floral notes. Often used as collective term for a variety of global styles, referring to the taste, production method, or botanical bill.

What is a London Dry gin?

Gin distilled according to European Union law that prevents synthetic botanicals and only water to be added after distillation. Some gins way be sweetened after distillation, resulting in London Dry gin being considered extremely dry.

Classic Gin Cocktails

Martini, Negroni, Gin and Tonic, Tom Collins, French 75, Aviation, Gimlet, Gin Fizz, Last Word

Murrell’s Row

Bombay Sapphire

Roots of Ruin

Tanqueray

Hendricks

Rum