Champagne Wishes: King's Ginger Liqueur Highly Recommended by Whom You Know! King’s Ginger Launches in U.S. Market Ginger Liqueur with a Royal Pedigree Comes Stateside
Having never heard of King's Ginger Liqueur, I was anxious to try it. Not really knowing what to do with it I decided to first do a little research. It was created for King Edward VII as a warming drink before his morning carriage rides prescribed by his doctor. Love the idea that this liqueur is medicinal. So I decided to try it two totally different ways. First I would drink it neat. Honey colored in tone and sweet and syrupy at first taste. Then boing! That spicy ginger hit my palette and exploded. Tantalizing. Second way was to pour it over vanilla ice cream. This was by far one of the best and most unexpected treats ever. Want to surprise your guests at a dinner party? Take breyers vanilla bean ice cream and generously pour King's Ginger Liqueur over it. Add a wafer cookie and voila. Instant praise. Believe me everyone will be copying you on this one.
This delicious drink from England has been made for over 100 years: it was created as a special drink for King Edward the Eighth in 1903. Popular since then with the upper crust of English society, it is now looking to broaden it's appeal to all types. It has a rich flavorsome taste. It can be enjoyed with champagne, tonic, or indeed a variety of fine products. This beverage is manufactured by Berry Brothers & Rudd Spirits in London. It has been a family-run business since 1698. The current owners are the eighth generation of spirit merchants. It is a high-strength liqueur containing lemon peel as well as ginger root, giving it a zesty distinctive taste. The bottle is also very stately, perfect for afters at any dinner gathering.
I am a huge fan of ginger. I love ginger with my sushi, I love ginger in my tea, and I even love ginger ale! I have never tried ginger liqueur before, however, until I tried The King's Ginger. Have I been missing out! This excellent liqueur can be enjoyed all on its own, or it can be used in a number of delicious cocktail recipes. The ginger flavor is potent, but a hint of citrus keeps the flavor in balance. I love pouring myself a small glass to sip on while I unwind from a stressful day. Its especially nice to warm you up on a cold winter evening! I'd also suggest mixing it with tonic water, or better yet, with some champagne! That makes for a very nice treat. If you have not tried The King's Ginger, don't wasting anymore time! Go out and grab a bottle!
Ahhhhh King's Ginger. Delicious. Perfect. Those were my initial reactions to trying the King's Ginger Liqueur. Think royal family when sampling this wonderful post dinner drink. King's Ginger is produced by macerating root ginger into alcohol. This then adding lemon oil and sugar. For a liqueur its high strength in alcohol at 41%. King's Ginger is a perfect after dinner drink for any occasion. Cheers to delicious dinner getting topped off with a cup of tea and King's GInger Liqueur!
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The King’s Ginger, an award-winning ginger liqueur developed in 1903 for a British king, announced today their launch in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego. Specifically formulated by Berry Bros. & Rudd Spirits Ltd for King Edward VII, this rich and zesty tonic was created to “stimulate and revivify” His Majesty and has been appreciated by bon viveurs, sporting gentlemen and high-spirited ladies ever since.
King Edward VII was a sociable man who enjoyed the high life; his pleasurable pursuits were many and varied, but chief among them was driving his “horseless carriage,” a Daimler. Concerned about Edward’s health while exposed to the elements in his new automobile, his physician commissioned Berry Bros. wine and spirits merchants to formulate a liqueur, which would warm His Majesty. The result: a rich, golden liqueur with a pronounced spicy ginger flavor.
At 41% ABV, The King’s Ginger is a high-strength liqueur created through the careful maceration of ginger root and lemon peel. Originally intended as a warming and heartening tonic on a cold day, The King’s Ginger is a splendidly tipple to be enjoyed on its own all year round. It finds delightful application in any number of cocktails and long drink, and was described by Jonathan Ray in The Field as “opulently and sublimely gingery.”
Tasting notes
Appearance: Seductively golden.
Nose: An instantly warming aroma of ginger, zesty lemon, sherbet and golden syrup.
Palate: Initial sweetness followed by bite of ginger and lemon. Deliciously satisfying and warming mouth feel.
Finish: Lingering and extremely long.
The King’s Ginger is available from Anchor Brewers & Distillers. Plans to rollout in additional markets throughout 2011 are in place.
www.thekingsginger.com
About Anchor Brewers & Distillers
Anchor Brewers & Distillers is the result of the amalgamation of Anchor Brewing Company, Anchor Distilling Company, Berry Bros. & Rudd and Preiss Imports. With a portfolio of brands that is second to none, Anchor Brewers & Distillers aim to be the bridge between the world’s finest producers of craft beers and distilled spirits, and the USA’s most discerning trade customers and consumers. From a distillation perspective, AB&D is dedicated to creating very small batches of traditionally distilled spirits of many types and styles, and occasionally experiments with completely new products. AB&D is also an exclusive importer of the finest specialty spirits from around the world, representing a diverse portfolio of truly authentic products.
www.anchordistilling.com
About Berry Bros. & Rudd
Berry Bros. & Rudd can trace its origins back to 1698 when the Widow Bourne founded her shop opposite St James’s Palace. Having traded from the same premises at 3 St James’s Street for over 300 years, Berry Bros. & Rudd is the oldest wine and spirit merchant in Britain and possibly the world.
Berry Bros. & Rudd is still family-owned and run. Today the present generations of Berrys and Rudds continue to manage the wine and spirits merchant business. The youngest members represent the eighth generation.
Berry Bros. & Rudd has a long tradition of supplying the British Royal family from the time of King George III up to the present day. The company’s Chairman, Simon Berry, is currently the Clerk of the Royal Cellars.
Key dates in the history of Berry Bros. & Rudd
1698 The business was established at No. 3, St. James’s Street, London.
1760 During George III’s reign, Berry Bros. & Rudd first supplied the British Royal Family and has continued to do so to the present day.
1765 Weighing customers on the giant coffee scales began at No. 3, St. James’s; those weighed include William Pitt the Younger, Beau Brummel, Lord Byron and The Aga Khan.
1841 The future King Edward was born on 9th November at St James’s Palace, London.
1901 King Edward succeeded Queen Victoria as King of England and Emperor of India.
1903 The King’s Ginger specifically commissioned for King Edward VII who grants Berry Bros. their first Royal Warrant.
1910 King Edward died at Buckingham Palace on 6th May.
1971 The Queen’s Award for Export received.
1997 Run up to 300th anniversary celebrations marked with award of second Royal Warrant granted by H.R.H. The Prince of Wales.
2003 Launch of the Berrys’ Own Selection range of Single Malt Whiskies and other spirits.
2008 The Glenrothes 1978 Vintage voted Best Speyside Single Malt at World Whiskies Awards.
Blue Hanger 30 year old won Best Blended Malt at World Whiskies Awards.
2009 BBR voted Independent Bottler of the Year 2010 by Whisky Magazine.
2009 The King’s Ginger sports a new look.
2010 No. 3 London Dry Gin launched by Berry Bros. & Rudd Spirits.
The King’s Ginger wins Quality Drinks Award.
Berry Bros. & Rudd currently holds Royal Warrants for H.M. The Queen and H.R.H The Prince of Wales.
