Gin has been gaining popularity in recent years, breaking out of its reputation as a stodgy drink. And you might be wondering what it's made of.

These are some of the weirdest flavored gins I’ve tasted on the U.S. market right now. What I like about them all is they ...

DIY gin kit: Juniper berries included. by Parija Kavilanz @CNNMoney December 20, 2013: 8:20 AM ET . The Homemade Gin Kit includes a blend of spices and flowers, dried juniper berries, ...

Climate change is altering juniper berry flavors, threatening gin's distinctive taste as weather patterns affect essential oils.

TheGinIsIn.com, a gin-reviewing blog, agreed that very inexpensive compound gins are made with juniper flavoring, not berries. It said these gins are typically found on the bottom shelf.

Made with botanicals sourced from northern Italy, this small-batch gin has the bright flavor of Alp-grown juniper berries as well as herbs, roots, and other ingredients from the region. Tasting Notes: ...

Make a gin and tonic or two and sip on the porch. Homemade gin. (Kate Williams) Recipe: Homemade Gin. Makes 1 (750 ml) bottle. ... You can find juniper berries through Spicely, which is sold at stores ...

The first step to making gin at home is to add juniper berries to a bottle of vodka. The kit suggests the use of something mid-level. I had no real preference on vodka because vodka is gross and ...

Juniper berries, long a standard for adding their unique zing to everything from sauerkraut to gin, can be used to make a brew of aromatic spices perfect for creating mocktails.

Juniper berries can be used in a wide range of foods, but there's one extra step you should take when using them to ensure you squeeze out every drop of flavor.