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Gin Xoriguer
MENORCA'S MOST FAMOUS GIN
The only gin along with Plymouth to have a designation of origin
Genever style gin, made from distilled wine
A Key ingredient in making a classic Menorcan Pomada cocktail
Gin Xoriguer
MENORCA'S MOST FAMOUS GIN
The only gin along with Plymouth to have a designation of origin
Genever style gin, made from distilled wine
A Key ingredient in making a classic Menorcan Pomada cocktail
Details
A cult gin from Mahon in Menorca, Xoriguer (pronounced sho-ri-gair) is one of the only gins in the world alongside Plymouth to have a geographical indication, Gin de Menorca. It was first made for the Britsh Sailors who were stationed on the Island between 1708 and 1802, who were hankering for some gin.
Xoriguer is still made in the same way, according to the 18th century recipe, commanding a devoted following of happy travellers. Gin Xoriguer is the result of a distillation in traditional copper stills, using high quality wine alcohol (eau-de-vie) and carefully selected juniper berries, which come from the neighbouring Mediterranean mountains, together with aromatic herbs. These herbs are the guarded secret of Xoriguer gin's original bouquet. Only the Pons family know the identity and proportion of this valuable ingredient, which is added behind closed doors and without witnesses, at the start of each distilling. The respect for tradition is such that the fuel still used today in the distillation is wood.
Gin Xoriguer is briefly stored in casks before being bottled. Xoriguer is the key ingredient in Menorca's most popular cocktail drink, called pomada. An authentic pomada is made from Gin Xoriguer, lemonade and ice.
38% ABV / 700ml
4.98 Average
101 Reviews
Janet Cook
Gin Xoriguer has always been a favourite on my Menorcan holidays. To be able to but it, at home, has been a real boost this year, when my trips to that beautiful little island look likely to be called off. While the weather has been hot, this light wine-based gin has been perfect. Trapped in my own garden hasn't been such a bad place. Salut!!
Nadia Ben Said
Love this gin, reminds me of holidays. Lovely with ice and lemon San Pelligrino or Fanta limon! Good price from Basco and quick delivery, thank you!
Rebecca Lambert
After visiting the Xoriguer Distillery in Mahon, we were hooked! Rather than trying to bring bottles back in a suitcase, it is quicker, easier and safer to buy from Basco. Really fast delivery, and thank you for the t-shirt!
Joan Close
Unique flavour....grassy...refreshing. This was my 3rd Lockdown bottle!!! And i love the actual empty bottle now filled with fairylights
Christine Brown
A delicious gin very smooth to drink. First tasted in Menorca and loved the opportunity to be able to purchase here!!
Peter Cates
This a unique tasting gin but with a “ London dry “ vibe
Alex Deaves
Reminds of my holidays in Menorca. Brilliant drink in the sun with some bitter lemon and ice
Mark Robinson
The taste of Menorca summed up in a bottle! Makes the memories come flooding back! Fantastic service and delivery too
NIKKI BARNETT
Absolutely best gin ever tasted! Excellent service and speedy delivery Thank you
Steve Pickering
Absolutely love this gin . Seeing as I can’t get to Menorca it’s fab I can get it in the uk.
Bill Higson
I have been bringing Xoriguer Gin back from Tenerife for over 30 years.I am so pleased to find a stockist in this country. Xorigueur Gin is one of thebest
Aidan Quinn
A deliciously crisp and refreshing gin. I am amazed that people don’t know about it! This is definitely my favourite gin and will order more.
David Kennedy
We were due to be in Menorca today , so as you all know holiday cancelled , decided to bring a little bit of Menorca to Helensburgh, and what brilliant service we had from from a great find on the net Basco Fine Foods, thank you so much for the great service. Saturday night , Gin, Tapas from our local Spanish Restaurant (la Barca ) finished of with Menorcan cheese. Ps and it’s sunny....
Anonymous
Without a shadow of a doubt it's the best gin I have ever tasted...on many continents!
julian keywood
Very pleased with this gin, I found out about it from a friend who had visited the island. It is very smooth & has a very unique flavour, well worth the money & I will purchase again. Also excellent speedy & efficient service from this company. Well done !
Peter Jones
Great gin & lovely flavour
Lainey Hunter
A wonderful refreshing gin whilst still being managing to be punchy enough to make you believe you are back in menorca sipping it poolside .
Janet Cook
The MOST amazing grape based gin - unique flavour, great reminder of happy holidays in Menorca
Ann Sawyer
So glad l was able to find this gin - l rate it my favourite gin in the world!! Your service was excellent -l bought it for my birthday on the 1st of June -but already l have drank half the bottle -don't think it will last till my birthday!!!! Many many thanks.x
PJ Fawcett
This is my favourite gin of all time. It is unique in its flavouring and aroma as it is made from wine spirit not grain, which also gives it a wondaful flavour. Thanks to Basco for keeping me supplied throughout this awful medical crisis!
Dorian Jones
A superb Menorcan Gin that really needs more mainstream exposure.
Lynda Harding
After spending many years on holiday in Spain, this was a true treat! EXCELLENT service. Well done.
Catherine Durant
Lovely botanicals, a reminder of lovely holidays in Menorca and main land Spain!
Anonymous
The very best Gin money can buy. Different but definitely not to be shunned for that. I would encourage most heartily anyone who hasn't tried it to do so. And buy from BASCO. Wonderful service and so many other superb products. You'll be sipping the delights of Menorca and Mallorca within 24 hours!
Joan Latham
Excellent gin, excellent service and excellent delivery time
Emma Sedgwick
I love this gin. Great that I can get it here in the UK
PAUL WORRALL
Gin Xoriguer is an excellent gin very smooth and refreshing, the customer service from Basco is excellent too.
Rachel Honnor
I normally drink Bombay Sapphire, but saw this on a TV programme and thought i'd try it. When my bottle arrived, i tried it neat, to get all the different flavours. I loved it, the botanicals all came through really well but the overall taste was amazing, the base flavour being grape not grain makes such a difference. It is such a smooth gin and i enjoyed it that much i had to order 2 more bottles.
sARA CHANDLER
The most delicious gin, thank you for making this available BASCO.
Chris Maclaren
This is our favourite gin from our favourite holiday place..... menorca.
Gin Xoriguer manufacturing is done by copper stills called primitives. They work directly over fire and are formed by a cylindrical copper cauldron where the liquid to distil is placed together with juniper berries. Generated steam by the temperature increase goes through cooling coil refrigerated with cold water where this steam is condensed once again and collected in metal pots. Later, it is passed to a tank where it is strained and bottled.
You can appreciate its dry character, smelling it and its soft, final expression with a hint of juniper. Gin Xoriguer is very aromatic and easily recognizable among all others.
This gin is spicy in the palate and the way through the mouth is very soft. Light herbal notes transform into a long presence of juniper with a short and dry finish.
Next Day £6.75
For all orders below £60 within UK Mainland.
£0.00 for all orders above £60 within UK Mainland.
Next Day AM £8.95
For all orders below £60 within UK Mainland.
£2.20 for all orders above £60 within UK Mainland.
Saturday Delivery £9.95
For all orders below £60 within UK Mainland.
£3.20 for all orders above £60 within UK Mainland.
Scottish Highlands & Islands £12.50
2 Days (AB31-35, AB41-54, AB36-38, AB55-56, FK17-21, HS1-9, IV1-63, KA27-28, KW0-14, KW15-17, PA20-78, PH15-18, PH19-29, PH32-33, PH45-48, PH30-31, PH34-44, PH49-50, ZE1-3).
Northern Ireland £12.50
2 Days (BT1-94)
Isle of Man £15.00
2 Days (IM1)
Channel Islands £17.50
Next Day Jersey (JE1-3)
Next Day Guernsey (GY1-8)
2 Days Sark & Alderney (GY9-10)
Scilly Islands £17.50
2 Days (TR21-25)
European Orders
Please change your country field on the checkout page to update your delivery charge
International Orders
We not ship outside of the EU
- Exclusive range of over 250 Spanish Foods you won't find elsewhere
- Only the finest ingredients sold, many of which have won Best Taste Awards
- No middlemen means we pass the savings onto you
- We do not compromise on product freshness - Produce imported from Spain weekly
- Hassle free delivery - Next working day as standard when ordered by 1pm*
- Hassle free delivery - SMS/Email notification
- Guaranteed freshness to your door thanks to Thermafreeze packaging
- Secure website keeps your data safe
- Secure payments through Worldpay make online payment risk free
- No quibble returns policy
- State of the art CellTherm storage facilities with Hygiene Certificate 5 rating
- Friendly, passionate staff eager to help you on 01937 845 767
Details
A cult gin from Mahon in Menorca, Xoriguer (pronounced sho-ri-gair) is one of the only gins in the world alongside Plymouth to have a geographical indication, Gin de Menorca. It was first made for the Britsh Sailors who were stationed on the Island between 1708 and 1802, who were hankering for some gin.
Xoriguer is still made in the same way, according to the 18th century recipe, commanding a devoted following of happy travellers. Gin Xoriguer is the result of a distillation in traditional copper stills, using high quality wine alcohol (eau-de-vie) and carefully selected juniper berries, which come from the neighbouring Mediterranean mountains, together with aromatic herbs. These herbs are the guarded secret of Xoriguer gin's original bouquet. Only the Pons family know the identity and proportion of this valuable ingredient, which is added behind closed doors and without witnesses, at the start of each distilling. The respect for tradition is such that the fuel still used today in the distillation is wood.
Gin Xoriguer is briefly stored in casks before being bottled. Xoriguer is the key ingredient in Menorca's most popular cocktail drink, called pomada. An authentic pomada is made from Gin Xoriguer, lemonade and ice.
38% ABV / 700ml
4.98 Average
101 Reviews
Janet Cook
Gin Xoriguer has always been a favourite on my Menorcan holidays. To be able to but it, at home, has been a real boost this year, when my trips to that beautiful little island look likely to be called off. While the weather has been hot, this light wine-based gin has been perfect. Trapped in my own garden hasn't been such a bad place. Salut!!
Nadia Ben Said
Love this gin, reminds me of holidays. Lovely with ice and lemon San Pelligrino or Fanta limon! Good price from Basco and quick delivery, thank you!
Rebecca Lambert
After visiting the Xoriguer Distillery in Mahon, we were hooked! Rather than trying to bring bottles back in a suitcase, it is quicker, easier and safer to buy from Basco. Really fast delivery, and thank you for the t-shirt!
Joan Close
Unique flavour....grassy...refreshing. This was my 3rd Lockdown bottle!!! And i love the actual empty bottle now filled with fairylights
Christine Brown
A delicious gin very smooth to drink. First tasted in Menorca and loved the opportunity to be able to purchase here!!
Peter Cates
This a unique tasting gin but with a “ London dry “ vibe
Alex Deaves
Reminds of my holidays in Menorca. Brilliant drink in the sun with some bitter lemon and ice
Mark Robinson
The taste of Menorca summed up in a bottle! Makes the memories come flooding back! Fantastic service and delivery too
NIKKI BARNETT
Absolutely best gin ever tasted! Excellent service and speedy delivery Thank you
Steve Pickering
Absolutely love this gin . Seeing as I can’t get to Menorca it’s fab I can get it in the uk.
Bill Higson
I have been bringing Xoriguer Gin back from Tenerife for over 30 years.I am so pleased to find a stockist in this country. Xorigueur Gin is one of thebest
Aidan Quinn
A deliciously crisp and refreshing gin. I am amazed that people don’t know about it! This is definitely my favourite gin and will order more.
David Kennedy
We were due to be in Menorca today , so as you all know holiday cancelled , decided to bring a little bit of Menorca to Helensburgh, and what brilliant service we had from from a great find on the net Basco Fine Foods, thank you so much for the great service. Saturday night , Gin, Tapas from our local Spanish Restaurant (la Barca ) finished of with Menorcan cheese. Ps and it’s sunny....
Anonymous
Without a shadow of a doubt it's the best gin I have ever tasted...on many continents!
julian keywood
Very pleased with this gin, I found out about it from a friend who had visited the island. It is very smooth & has a very unique flavour, well worth the money & I will purchase again. Also excellent speedy & efficient service from this company. Well done !
Peter Jones
Great gin & lovely flavour
Lainey Hunter
A wonderful refreshing gin whilst still being managing to be punchy enough to make you believe you are back in menorca sipping it poolside .
Janet Cook
The MOST amazing grape based gin - unique flavour, great reminder of happy holidays in Menorca
Ann Sawyer
So glad l was able to find this gin - l rate it my favourite gin in the world!! Your service was excellent -l bought it for my birthday on the 1st of June -but already l have drank half the bottle -don't think it will last till my birthday!!!! Many many thanks.x
PJ Fawcett
This is my favourite gin of all time. It is unique in its flavouring and aroma as it is made from wine spirit not grain, which also gives it a wondaful flavour. Thanks to Basco for keeping me supplied throughout this awful medical crisis!
Dorian Jones
A superb Menorcan Gin that really needs more mainstream exposure.
Lynda Harding
After spending many years on holiday in Spain, this was a true treat! EXCELLENT service. Well done.
Catherine Durant
Lovely botanicals, a reminder of lovely holidays in Menorca and main land Spain!
Anonymous
The very best Gin money can buy. Different but definitely not to be shunned for that. I would encourage most heartily anyone who hasn't tried it to do so. And buy from BASCO. Wonderful service and so many other superb products. You'll be sipping the delights of Menorca and Mallorca within 24 hours!
Joan Latham
Excellent gin, excellent service and excellent delivery time
Emma Sedgwick
I love this gin. Great that I can get it here in the UK
PAUL WORRALL
Gin Xoriguer is an excellent gin very smooth and refreshing, the customer service from Basco is excellent too.
Rachel Honnor
I normally drink Bombay Sapphire, but saw this on a TV programme and thought i'd try it. When my bottle arrived, i tried it neat, to get all the different flavours. I loved it, the botanicals all came through really well but the overall taste was amazing, the base flavour being grape not grain makes such a difference. It is such a smooth gin and i enjoyed it that much i had to order 2 more bottles.
sARA CHANDLER
The most delicious gin, thank you for making this available BASCO.
Chris Maclaren
This is our favourite gin from our favourite holiday place..... menorca.
Top 5 Spanish Gin Cocktails
Xoriguer Gin and Tonic
5 mins 1 person
Xoriguer Gin Cured Salmon
24hrs 10 mins 8 peopleGin Xoriguer manufacturing is done by copper stills called primitives. They work directly over fire and are formed by a cylindrical copper cauldron where the liquid to distil is placed together with juniper berries. Generated steam by the temperature increase goes through cooling coil refrigerated with cold water where this steam is condensed once again and collected in metal pots. Later, it is passed to a tank where it is strained and bottled.
You can appreciate its dry character, smelling it and its soft, final expression with a hint of juniper. Gin Xoriguer is very aromatic and easily recognizable among all others.
This gin is spicy in the palate and the way through the mouth is very soft. Light herbal notes transform into a long presence of juniper with a short and dry finish.
Next Day £6.75
For all orders below £60 within UK Mainland.
£0.00 for all orders above £60 within UK Mainland.
Next Day AM £8.95
For all orders below £60 within UK Mainland.
£2.20 for all orders above £60 within UK Mainland.
Saturday Delivery £9.95
For all orders below £60 within UK Mainland.
£3.20 for all orders above £60 within UK Mainland.
Scottish Highlands & Islands £12.50
2 Days (AB31-35, AB41-54, AB36-38, AB55-56, FK17-21, HS1-9, IV1-63, KA27-28, KW0-14, KW15-17, PA20-78, PH15-18, PH19-29, PH32-33, PH45-48, PH30-31, PH34-44, PH49-50, ZE1-3).
Northern Ireland £12.50
2 Days (BT1-94)
Isle of Man £15.00
2 Days (IM1)
Channel Islands £17.50
Next Day Jersey (JE1-3)
Next Day Guernsey (GY1-8)
2 Days Sark & Alderney (GY9-10)
Scilly Islands £17.50
2 Days (TR21-25)
European Orders
Please change your country field on the checkout page to update your delivery charge
International Orders
We not ship outside of the EU
- Exclusive range of over 250 Spanish Foods you won't find elsewhere
- Only the finest ingredients sold, many of which have won Best Taste Awards
- No middlemen means we pass the savings onto you
- We do not compromise on product freshness - Produce imported from Spain weekly
- Hassle free delivery - Next working day as standard when ordered by 1pm*
- Hassle free delivery - SMS/Email notification
- Guaranteed freshness to your door thanks to Thermafreeze packaging
- Secure website keeps your data safe
- Secure payments through Worldpay make online payment risk free
- No quibble returns policy
- State of the art CellTherm storage facilities with Hygiene Certificate 5 rating
- Friendly, passionate staff eager to help you on 01937 845 767
