The Gin tonic is the cocktail of this quarter of an hour. It has been experiencing a revival since the end of 2020. Its consumption has grown and Argentines choose it in different consumption formats: gin plus tonic, which is its most traditional form; also in cans (ready to drink); and shot in barrelthe most innovative dispensing system that manages to serve four drinks per minute, speeding up times without losing quality along the way.
This last system was created by the brothers Bruno and Franco Moretti of Moretti Distillery. His invention, which is over five years old, can be found in various bars in bars in Argentina, and now also Spain. “When we developed it in 2018, there were no previous experiences in the world. We even conducted searches in multiple languages and were thrilled to discover that no one had done it before,” he explained. Franco Moretti.
“Let’s say that mixing gin with tonic is not surprising in itself, but it is standardizing the process in a way of manufacturing and marketing on a large scale, with a gin and tonic that meets everything it must have, with the right proportions and the ideal gasification , with no risk of failure”, explained Moretti, one of those responsible for the venture. Where to try it?
RED LOVES Gorriti 4202 and Soler 4202, Palermo
Leandro and Guido Fuchs they started this wine shop shortly before the pandemic. They are already in two strategic places in the Palermo neighborhood. They have a long list of wines by the glass and shots and gin and tonic on tap. Its owners advise customers from the bar and give this chance to go far beyond wine, adding gin and tonic to their proposal. They generate inclusion for those who do not have much knowledge of the different drinks and manage to bring not only young people, but also people of different ages.
DUNKUE Garibaldi 278, Quilmes
In the south of the suburbs, this hamburger is a great option to go with friends and family. It has several must-sees to pair with drinks: the bondiola ciabatta, the hamburger with caramelized onions and mushrooms and a classic that keeps coming back: the peceto milanesas with fettucini with butter.
GREENHOUSE Agüero 2502, Recoleta
the bar of the National Library, Provided with blankets and heaters for this time of year, it has an audience, above all, under-30. He was one of the first to get caught up in the Moretti brothers’ gin and tonic wave. And they pair it with an incredible menu from the cook Ana Gianini who put together a menu of small tapas-type dishes (two per person are recommended), among which the mushroom milanesas with lime aioli and fresh herbs stand out; the bondiola and bacon croquettes; the chicharrón de gizzards with corn purée and miso; and crispy prawns. A must: the ceviche with catch of the day.
BAR KÖK Calle 6A N°4806 esq. 148, Berazategui
This bar in Berazategui preserves a classic that must always be taken advantage of: girls’ Wednesdays, in which they set up special tables for groups of friends with interesting discounts and always raffles for perfumes, creams or bijou. They have hamburgers, of course, but also sushi and different dishes of the day that are always worth trying, escaping from fries and bringing a glass of gin and tonic to slightly more elaborate menus.
BEHIND Costa Rica 4933, Palermo
Located in the heart of Palermo Soho, the space has a gastronomic and cultural offer that never ceases to amaze. It brings together urban art, signature cocktails, Moretti’s gin and tonic and street food. Every day you can listen to live DJs of different musical genres in its high-rise booth. Some perfect pairings of this gastronomic style to pair with drinks and gin and tonic: kale and chard fritters + Parmesan cheese; veggie mushroom, cheese and vegetable balls; Roast croquettes marinated in Malbec and the inevitable tortilla stuffed with mozzarella.
HORSE RIDING MUSIC BAR Av. 52 between 118 and 119, Paseo del Bosque, La Plata
The city of La Plata, full of students who roam its streets and take refuge in the bars that are growing in number, has a space for music, art, very good food and gin and tonic thrown in the Equestrian. They throw theme parties, serve the most wanted burgers in this city and always have live shows.
BELUSHI Honduras 5333, Palermo
With a dance floor, a large bar surrounded by armchairs and small tables, and a terrace on the first floor, at Belushi there are options for all tastes. It is a resto bar where art and good taste merge giving rise to a pleasant atmosphere and very good music. They have gin and tonic on the bar, along with a long list of signature drinks. To accompany it, there is a tasting table of smoked foods and cheeses, which is worth trying. Like good Buenos Aires cuisine, the grilled rib eye on potato, leek and mushroom mille-feuille, accompanied by arugula and Parmesan salad; or the 4-hour roast pork bondiola, accompanied by mashed sweet potato, caramel and almonds with roasted fennel and a balsamic vinegar reduction.
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