A Drink With... Alex Watson

In episode 4 of The HelenaSips Podcast, Helena meets Alex Watson, co-founder of Renais Gin with his actor sister, Emma Watson.This is a conversation about creating a unique spirit made from ‘upcycled’ Chablis grapes that looks as good as it tastes. We hear about what growing up in France has taught him about the French concept of the Art of Living and what makes for a good life. Along the way we touch on glassware and cocktails, the family winery and how to make and epic ‘terroir-tini’.The phrase by Charles Spence I was searching for was the 'Provençal Rosé Paaradox'.In the glassThe Terroir Martini60ml Renais Gin15ml Chablis (Domaine Watson if you can find it!)2 Dashes Lemon BittersChilled Martini GlassMethod: Add all your ingredients into a mixing glass, then fill to the brim with large chunks of clear, quality ice. Stir for 20 seconds to chill and dilute.Find Alex & Renais GinInstagram @Alex.s.watson and @RenaisGinWebsite: Renais.co.ukSubscribe to be the first to hear about new episodes! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.helenasips.com/subscribe