A pair of new Gin & Tonic Popsicles is the perfect addition to your ice bucket this summer
Looking for a new tipple to take the edge of what looks set to be a searing summer season? A new range of gin-based frozen popsicles might just be the answer.
After the runaway success of the PJ Pops wine-based popsicles in 2016, “the demand for alcohol-based popsicles is very much out there and we want to make sure we stay ahead of the curve,” explains Natasha Alomia, Frost Popsicles, who says the ever-growing demand for gin made gin-and-tonic popsicles a logical next step.
The new G&T Popsicles are available in two flavours: G&T Classic, and G&T Berry Infusion. The G&T Classic will appeal to purists like myself, with the distinct juniper notes and subtle bitterness of a well-made gin-and-tonic. If you have a sweet tooth you’ll likely prefer the G&T Berry Infusion, which delivers blackberry, strawberry and blueberry flavours and a slightly sweeter palate.
What’s particularly appealing about the G&T Popsicles is the quality of what goes into the recyclable Tetrapak tubes: the tonic base is a leading brand of local craft tonic, while a bespoke gin has been created by respected Cape Town distillery Hope on Hopkins.
“Because some flavours tend to become subdued when the gin is frozen, we went with a traditional London Dry for the G&T Classic popsicle,” explains Lucy Beard, co-owner of Hope on Hopkins. “We aimed to highlight very particular flavours by using just four botanicals. It’s juniper-driven, with coriander, angelica root and liquorice just to round it off.”
Berries and botanicals were added to the stills for the G&T Berry Infusion, and “it’s the power of the gin that makes this product come alive,” says Natasha. “This is also the first time, worldwide, that a bespoke gin-based Popsicle has been created in partnership with an established distillery.”
The final popsicles clock in at 7% alcohol-by-volume, so there is the refreshing bite of gin without the worry of overindulging too soon. With summer around the corner, it’s time to stock up for sundowners.
G&T Popsicles are available in selected Spar, Pick n Pay, Liquor City and independent liquor stores. Online orders can be made via the website: frostpopsicles.com
Frost Popsicles
011 706 7354
frostpopsicles.com
Hope on Hopkins Distillery
021 447 1950
hopeonhopkins.co.za
Words: Richard Holmes | Images: Supplied
