Wednesday 23 November 2016

Why is Rendle's Original Gin pink?

Why is Rendle's Original Gin pink?


My Father, Captain Frank Edgcumbe-Rendle invented the recipe in 1942 whilst serving in the 16th Light Cavalry, Indian Army. Prior to joining the Military, Captain Frank plied his trade as a professional tea taster. Dissatisfied by the quality of the gin available at this time, he embarked upon a mission to utilise his tea tasting skills to create his own superior Gin. The exotic combination of botanicals in the recipe gave the Gin it's distinctive flavour and appealing pink hue. In this way, it was instantly recognisable but more importantly, Captain Frank knew that it was his Gin being served in the Officers' Mess with no risk of dilution!


Captain Frank's recipe has endured the test of time and is still available today for gin connoisseurs and cocktail lovers. The heady blend of botanicals originating in India and the Orient make Rendle's Original Gin "Distinctly Different" in both taste and appearance. Indeed, as well as delivering a classic G&T, Rendle's is the perfect base for a host of exotic cocktails. Alternatively, it can be enjoyed neat over ice.


Chris Edgcumbe-Rendle

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