{"title":"Principe de Los Apostoles","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"principe-de-los-apostoles-mate-gin-750ml","title":"Principe de Los Apostoles Mate Gin 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrincipe de Los Apostoles Mate Gin 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Argentinian botanical gin distilled with yerba mate at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml bottle. Scored 90 points by Wine Enthusiast and recognized in the KN Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Top 50 Spirits of 2015, this expression is widely credited as the first Latin American premium gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Mendoza, Argentina  |  Style: New World Botanical Gin  |  Distillery: Sol de los Andes\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePrincipe de Los Apostoles is produced at the Sol de los Andes distillery in Mendoza, Argentina, using a wheat-based spirit distilled in 200-liter copper pot stills. Each botanical is macerated and distilled individually before the final blend is composed — a labor-intensive process that allows precise control over every flavor component. The botanical roster draws heavily from Argentine terroir: yerba mate sourced from the Misiones province, pink grapefruit skin, eucalyptus, juniper, coriander, and Minthostachys verticillata (known locally as peperina), a wild aromatic herb native to the Andes that has been collected for centuries for its essential oil content. Maceration times are carefully calibrated — yerba mate, eucalyptus, and pink grapefruit skins steep for 24 hours, while peppermint is macerated for only two hours to prevent bitterness and preserve its bright, mentholated character.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red grapefruit pith leads, followed by spicy coriander seed and a wave of cool mint. A deeper, cocoa-like sweetness emerges as the gin opens up in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is bold and citrus-forward, with coriander and grapefruit dominating the initial sip. At mid-palate, juniper, pine bark, and gentian assert themselves before yielding to mentholated eucalyptus and straight peppermint on the back palate. The mouthfeel is notably creamy and soft, carrying flavors of spearmint, savory herbs, anise seed, and white pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and moderately long, with eucalyptus and pink grapefruit lingering alongside a faint herbaceous earthiness. The velvety texture persists, leaving a refreshing mentholated trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Apostoles Mate Gin\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSipping neat or over a single large ice cube best showcases the complexity of the yerba mate and peperina botanicals; a splash of cold tonic with a grapefruit twist also highlights its citrus backbone. For cocktails, try a \u003cstrong\u003eGin \u0026amp; Tonic\u003c\/strong\u003e garnished with fresh mint and grapefruit peel, where the eucalyptus and citrus notes amplify the tonic's quinine bitterness. A \u003cstrong\u003eSouthside\u003c\/strong\u003e works exceptionally well because the gin's built-in mint and herbal character integrates seamlessly with muddled mint and lime. It also shines in a \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Negroni\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the creamy mouthfeel and earthy yerba mate stand up to Suze and dry vermouth without being overwhelmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a gin enthusiast who has explored classic London Dry and seeks something genuinely different\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a New World spirits collection alongside other terroir-driven gins\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eHosting a South American–themed cocktail tasting or asado dinner\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing yerba mate culture to friends through a familiar gin-and-tonic format\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Apostoles Mate Gin taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with bold citrus and coriander, transitions into juniper and pine bark at mid-palate, and finishes with refreshing eucalyptus and peppermint. Wine Enthusiast described it as having a \"supersweet, cocoa-like aroma and flavor\" with a \"velvety feel on the palate.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Apostoles Mate Gin compare to a classic London Dry?\u003c\/strong\u003e A traditional London Dry gin centers juniper as the dominant note, while Apostoles deliberately dials back juniper in favor of yerba mate, eucalyptus, peppermint, and pink grapefruit — resulting in a warmer, more herbaceous profile with a distinctly South American character.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Apostoles Mate Gin good for cocktails?\u003c\/strong\u003e Its creamy mouthfeel and potent botanical load make it an excellent cocktail base, particularly in drinks that benefit from herbal complexity like Gin \u0026amp; Tonics, Southsides, and White Negronis.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Apostoles Mate Gin made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is distilled at the Sol de los Andes distillery in Mendoza, Argentina, using yerba mate sourced from the Misiones province in northeastern Argentina and peperina gathered from the Andes mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Apostoles Mate Gin?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled Argentinian chorizo benefits from the gin's mentholated cut through rich fat. Ceviche with grapefruit mirrors the citrus notes. Aged Manchego-style cheese complements the earthy yerba mate. Herb-crusted lamb chops echo the eucalyptus and coriander. Dark chocolate desserts pick up on the cocoa-like undertones Wine Enthusiast identified.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Apostoles Mate Gin come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard bottle is 750ml, which is the most widely available format.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Apostoles Mate Gin worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a premium craft gin within the New World gin category, and its labor-intensive production — individual botanical maceration and distillation in small copper stills — supports that positioning with genuine complexity rarely found at its tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Apostoles Mate Gin?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWidely recognized as the first Latin American premium gin, Principe de Los Apostoles carved out a category that barely existed when it launched. The use of individually macerated and distilled botanicals — each with precisely timed steep durations — produces a layered spirit that reads as unmistakably Argentine without abandoning the structural framework of gin. Its 90-point score from Wine Enthusiast and inclusion in the KN Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Top 50 Spirits of 2015 confirm that the unconventional botanical bill translates into genuine quality, not mere novelty. For drinkers looking beyond juniper-forward convention, this remains one of the most distinctive and well-executed terroir-driven gins available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Principe de Los Apostoles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837575884969,"sku":"28264","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Principe_de_Los_Apostoles_Mate_Gin__59989.jpg?v=1730486907"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/principe-de-los-apostoles.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}