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  Brogan's Way Everyday Salvation Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 42%

  A classic dry style with strawberry gum, cinnamon myrtle and native pepper berries lending an Australian edge. Gin queen, Catherine Childerley ranked it in her top ten Australian gins for 2018.

  Tasting note: Similar to the Evening Light aromatically, only more expressive; hints of strawberry gum and curry leaf through the juniper. Very pure, silky delivery with attractive juniper, citrus peel and budding spices through the finish. Nice length and freshness. 42% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... For me, it was a dead heat between Royal Blood and Every Day Salvation, as my favourite, but in the end I picked the Every Day Salvation. It’s a classic dry gin, with subtle use of Australian botanicals that don’t overpower the juniper backbone. - theginqueen.com

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  Brogan's Way Evening Light Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 42%

  Simon and Brogan Carr join a small but growing number of inner city suburban distillers servicing Melbourne's Richmond neighborhood. From their bar / distillery set up in an old mechanics workshop, they've created three signature gins: A juniper-forward dry style dubbed Everyday Salvation, a slightly more contemporary style called Evening Light, and a navy strength edition called 'Royal Blood'. Brogan Carr is qualified as a medical laboratory scientist, and says she didn‘t expect to become a distiller. ”I love the precision of science and investigative nature, but working in labs wasn’t enough”. She retrained as a distiller, finishing a Master of Science Brewing & Distilling at Heriot Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland.

  Brogan’s three gins are designed to appeal to different gin drinkers. Evening Light is a fresh and fruity style, made with mangos and raspberries and organic white grapefruit juice alongside more traditional botanicals. Brogan says it's her 'easy drinker'.

  Tasting note: Creamy scents of cardamom, orris root and chamomile(?) with hints of lemon peel over background juniper and pepper. Light to medium bodied with a soft entry and attractive flavours of grapefruit, delicate juniper and white pepper. Breezy, fresh and warming. Ends satisfyingly crisp, minerally and dry. 42% Alc./Vol.

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  Brogan's Way Royal Blood Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 57.2%

  This is Brogan’s navy strength gin, made with cardamom, rosemary, bay leaf, Australian sea parsley, saltbush and roasted wattle seed.

  Tasting note: The racehorse in the collection, with more depth and power all round.The spice-shop bouquet evokes curry leaf, cardamom, white pepper and hints of liquorice root through the juniper. Creamy and concentrated attack is also nicely balanced; a melting pot of citrus and cardamom followed by vibrant peppers, a touch of liquorice root and lemon thyme to finish. Powerful, full-flavoured gin with a moreish mouthfeel. 57.2% Alc./Vol.

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• Brogans Way Strawberries & Cream Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 38%

  For their strawberry gin, Brogan's Way have collaborated with Melbourne fruit liqueur producer, 'Marionette'. Strawberries were sourced from the Yarra Valley, then macerated with Brogan's classic dry gin. A final touch sees the spirit spiced with pepperberry and basil. It's the perfect gin for a tall cocktail on a long day. 38% Alc./Vol.

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• Brookies Shirl the Pearl Cumquat Gin (700ml)

  New South Wales, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 37.7%

  A seasonal Gin with uplifting, zesty characteristics and refreshing waves of orange blossom. Named after the distiller's grandmother 'Shirley', aka ‘Shirl the Pearl’ who was an adventurer, skier, and one of Australia’s first female pilots. She also made a mean bootleg Cumquat Gin! To create this contemporary version, locally grown cumquats are steeped in Brookies Dry Gin for several months. 37.7% Alc./Vol.

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  Brookies Byron Gin (700ml)

  New South Wales, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 46%

  Co-founder, Eddie Brook struck up a friendship with legendary Scotch Whisky distiller, Jim McEwan of Bruichladdich fame during one of Jim's tours around Australia. At the time, Eddie was Australian distributor for Bruichladdich's whiskies and Gin (The Botanist). McEwan was coaxed out of retirement and joined Eddie and his family to launch Brookie’s gin in Northern New South Wales. Named "Cape Byron Distillery", the operation runs a 2000 liter Tassie-made copper pot still. Brookies employs 26 botanicals, 18 of which are native to Australia: Sunrise finger limes from Byron Bay, kumquat, blood lime, aniseed myrtle, cinnamon myrtle, White Aspen, riberry, the young leaves of the lilly pilly leaf, macadamia nut, native raspberries from Brook Farm, Dorrigo pepper leaf, river mint and native ginger. Traditional botanicals include juniper, coriander, cassia, angelica and orris root.

  Tasting note: Crystal clear. Pure, rounded aromas of citrus peel and lemon thyme followed by woody juniper, pepper, coriander and minty freshness. Five minutes adds hints of raspberry. Creamy textured with a concentrated yet keenly balanced profile; lively with piney juniper upfront, followed by dried herbs and pepper. Hints of macadamia late in the aftertaste? The lingering spiciness and the overall length is quite something. Nicely done. 46% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... An incredibly ambitious gin in its wide use of Australian botanicals -17 to be exact! While one might think such an endeavour might create a ferocious mix of flavours, all clamouring for attention, Brookie's Byron Dry is unified with an overall calm note. Botanicals are well integrated, used intentionally, and work together to create a polished product. There's a subtlety to this gin that presents a little coy and soft; in the glass, it takes a little while to express itself. Once it does, this gin presents with some beautiful ripe fruits, raspberry & riberry. The drier, woody herbaceous botanicals kick in after that, and the mix of flavours helps to create balance and structure for the Australian botanicals to shine through. Juniper is not lost in the mix; the resinous pine follows into the finish and rounds out the overall experience. 93 points - Jess Clayfield, James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion 2025

  Gold Medal. San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2017

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  Brookies Byron Slow Gin (700ml)

  New South Wales, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 26%

  A welcome (albeit limited) addition to the Brookies range, is this "Slow" gin, in the style of English sloe. The point of difference here is that Davidson Plums are used instead of sloe berries. Considered a bush delicacy, the plum is indigenous to the Byron region and is packed with vitamins and minerals.The plums are steeped in Brookie’s Gin for several months. The maceration is diluted to 26% ABV with Mount Warning spring water.

  Tasting note: Brilliant copper. Attractive, medium dry aromas suggesting quince paste, plum jam and raisins over muted juniper and white pepper. A juicy-yet-dry, pleasantly tart, plum and red berry flavoured gin with trace pepper in the finish. Delicious Summer sipping, but would be even better at a higher ABV. Keep it simple with soda or just ice. 26% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... While 'slow' gin is not an official gin category, this lovely gin cordial pays homage to the much-loved 'sloe' gin style. In a nod to the style's distinctive plum flavours, Brookie's Slow utilises Davidson Plums to recreate the style. The plums themselves, native to the Byron and the surrounding area, are fruits naturally low in residual sugars, making them tarter than a typical plum. The months-long steeping process, coupled with the lower sugar content, means that while the gin develops the concentrated fruit flavour, it doesn't overwhelm the gin itself. Rhubarb and an earthy hibiscus are encapsulated in this gin. There is also a subtle note of strawberry, minty eucalyptuses, and the underlying dry gin base. 88 points - Jess Clayfield, James Hallidays Australian Wine Companion 2025

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  Bulldog Gin (700ml)

  London, UNITED KINGDOM

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  ABV: 40%

  A relative newcomer to the premium Gin scene. Bulldog is a London dry Gin produced using old-time methods where neutral grain spirit is quadruple distilled utilising copper pot stills. The raw spirit is then steeped in an array of botanicals including: dragon eye, poppy, lotus leaves, lemon, almond, cassia, lavender, orris, liquorice, juniper, angelica, and coriander.

  Tasting note: Clear. Lovely fresh citrus peel aromas combine with caraway, talc and juniper notes. The palate is quite concentrated, medium dry and gently warming with spice, citrus, caraway and pine flavours leading into a tingly, spicy back palate. Exceptionally persistent, drying aftertaste with a subtle mineral / anise fade. 40% Alc/.Vol.

  Other Reviews: The nosing passes find classic London Dry aromas of juniper with assertive, prickly spirit and citrus. The palate entry is creamy, juniper-heavy and curiously chalky; the taste profile at mid palate is herbal, piney and citrusy. I like this gin a lot but wonder: Would it be even better at 47% abv?
  90-95: Superb/Highly Recommended - www.wineenthusiast.com

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  Cadenhead's Old Raj Dry Gin (700ml)

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  ABV: 55%

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  "What's so impressive about this breathtaking gin is that from start to finish, the 110 proof acts only as a sublime foundation for the botanicals rather than as a star performer; as delicious and comely as I could ever imagine British gin".- F.Paul Pacault - 5 Stars, The Highest Recommendation.

  Cadenhead's Old Raj Dry Gin is one of the most intensely flavoured Gins available on the market today. Gin lovers note, while Old Raj is bottled at 55%, and carries some heat, it is in harmony with the extra flavour that Raj offers. No doubt it will be too much for some.

  Tasting note: Distinctive, yet very pale straw coloured tinge. Heavy, penetrating aromas exude out of the glass offering an exotic amalgam of coriander seed, saffron, white pepper, tumeric and clove with some citrus zest notes adding freshness. A rich, clean, oily mouth feel delivers an enormous attack of saffron, coriander seed, aniseed and lemon tart carried by a spicy power wave, with the flavour profile reverberating into an exceptionally long, off-dry aftertaste of indian spices and lemon tart. This extraordinary offering guarantees a stunning Gin experience. 55% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... This is the lower-proof version of the classic Old Raj. Lovely, complex gin bouquet offers aromas of coriander, juniper, anise, orris root, ground pepper, lemon peel, lead pencil, earth and tree bark. Palate entry is creamy, fruity, spicy and minty; midpalate offers layers of botanical complexity over the core juniper taste. Finishes with a wonderful rush of mint and baking spice. Fabulous. (2/1/2009)
  96-100: Classic/Highest Recommendation - wineenthusiast.com

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  Cadenhead's Old Raj Spiced Gin (700ml)

  UNITED KINGDOM

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  ABV: 55%

  Cadenhead's have been making Old Raj gin since 1972 . Its slight yellow tint is due to the addition of saffron, added post distillation. New for 2018 is this spiced version, and what a fresh, exotic gem it is! Juniper, Pink Peppercorn, Orange, Almond, Cumin, Coriander, Cubebs, Rowanberry and a dash of Smoked Paprika make for a unique gin experience.

  Tasting note: Clear. Intense juniper with warming spices...peppercorns, saffron and coriander seed to the fore with time the glass accenting paprika heat and light citrus. Feather light on entry, but builds with a dramatic burst of pepper, paprika and coriander over a piney/earthy juniper base. Very intense, with excellent length. Strikes a nice balance between heat and more traditional gin notes. 55% Alc./Vol.

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  Cardrona Distillery The Source Gin (750ml)

  NEW ZEALAND

  $105. 00

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  ABV: 46%

  The Cardrona Distillery is a family-owned and managed distillery nestled high in the Cardrona Valley between Wanaka and Queenstown. Their gin is produced from both copper pot and column distillation and employs local Cardrona botanicals including juniper, coriander seed, angelica root, lemon and orange zest. Seasonal rose hip, first brought to the district by the Chinese, is also used.

  Tasting note: [Batch 0002 tasted] Brilliant clarity. Penetrating aromas excite the senses with intense juniper, menthol and crushed eucalyptus leaf freshness followed by white pepper, coriander seed and lemon peel. Five minutes air contact accents celery leaf and subtle cardamom. Neutral entry builds to a concentrated, medium-dry, peppery, lemon sorbet attack. Finish is textural, zesty, drying and citrus peel-fresh; Aftertaste sees juniper and lively spices trailing off in a pure, pine-wood/juniper and mineral farewell. Structured and complex. Outstanding. 47% Alc.Vol.

  Other reviews... Gold Medal Winner at the New York Wine & Spirits Awards 2016.

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  Catz Dry Gin (700ml)

  NETHERLANDS

  $120. 00

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  ABV: 48.2%

  An old Dutch brand that was resurrected in 2016, this beautifully presented gin was distilled and developed in collaboration with Herman Jansen from “Schiedam”, one of the oldest family-owned distilleries in the Netherlands with over 200 years experience. Produced using small copper pot stills, fresh citrus and a blend of “special botanicals” (bergamot peel, juniper berries, cinnamon and cayenne peppers) and bottled at the warming strength of 48.2% ABV, which means the gin will shine through heavy mixing.

  Tasting note: Intriguing, floral-soft aromas of lemon gelato, citrus blossom, juniper and a cinnamon-pepper zing. Exceptional texture and balance with flavours of lemon meringue, fresh piney juniper, and a creamy-yet-dry, gently warming finish showing serious length. Quite distinctive. The purity of the spirit is impressive. 48.2% Alc./Vol.

  Declared a “Gin Master” by the 2017 Gin Masters Awards.

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  Cedar Fox Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 40%

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  Cedar Fox is a new start up micro distillery located in the Northern Suburbs of Melbourne. The concept began in 2010 with Craig Westwood's transitioning from an award winning home brewer to his first professional gig at the White Rabbit Brewery. A stint with the New World Distillery fortified his passion for spirits. Gin and Oak aged Gin are currently on offer, with other products in the pipeline.

  Tasting note: [40% Alc./Vol. batch tasted] Botanicals include juniper, coriander seed, Lebanese cucumber, Sichuan peppercorn and rosemary. Crystal clear. Medium fresh aromas include muted juniper, delicate white pepper and dried herbs. Follows through with a medium bodied, juniper and citrus peel profile and a peppery, tangy, citrus sorbet and piney juniper finish. Light easy drinking. 

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  Cedar Fox Barrel Aged Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 44%

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  Tasting note: [44.5% Alc./Vol. batch tasted] Matured for 4 months in x whisky barrels. Pale straw gold. More lifted than the London Dry with hints of vanilla and lemon butter over juniper and white pepper. A silky, well rounded profile with creamy juniper, butter menthol lozenge and a vibrant, spicy finish.

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  Darling Distillery Gin (700ml)

  Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 42%

  Founders Karlos Gudic, Sean Waddingham and Ben Evans renovated Clifton Hill's 130-year-old Royal Hotel in 2020, making room for a 300-litre still that currently makes two gins. 'Darling Gin' is their classic London Dry, distilled with locally sourced botanicals like rosemary, oranges, green tea, lemongrass and pepperberry. Aromatically, it's bright and citrus-driven hinting at lime zest and grapefruit, with coriander, white pepper, juniper and dried herbs in tow. Those notes lead into medium-intense flavours of Meyer lemon and honey yoghurt, ending in a linear, peel-fresh, piney finish with lingering spices. This elegant, drier-styled gin is also surprisingly powerful at 42%.

  GOLD  -  Australian Gin Awards 2021 - Classic Dry Gin

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  Darling Distillery Coffee Gin (500ml)

  Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 38%

  This Melbourne specialty involves a week-long maceration of cacao nibs, hazelnuts and wattleseeds in the distillery's Darling Gin, blended with cold-drip coffee from Abbotsford’s Coffee Supreme and the natural sweetness of dates. Not sweet enough to be a liqueur, and with none of the traditional botanical notes associated with gin, the focus is on rich espresso coffee and intensely fruity dark chocolate flavours. Beneath that - and where the gin does become apparent - is the finish, adding a citrus and pepper lift that works to relieve the mid-palate sweetness. It's a bit of a stretch to call it gin, but it is better than many coffee liqueurs. Serve neat on ice with a thin slice of orange or shaken martini style. 38% Alc./Vol.

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  Dasher + Fisher Mountain Gin (500ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 43.5%

  Burgess' "Mountain gin" is his Tassie riff on the classic London Dry. This full bodied juniper-bomb gives a starring role to native pepper berries harvested from the foothills of the Blue Tier, as well as herbs found on the way to Cradle Mountain. It's a fragrant shot of alpine freshness, with deep, lingering zingy coriander and earthy liquorice latching expertly onto the musky, piney juniper, and topped off by the zing of the mountain pepper. Our tasting from a small sample found a ripe, juniper-forward bouquet, menthol-fresh with aromas of crushed eucalyptus, pine needle, pepper and sea spray following through to a concentrated, medium dry burst of fresh juniper, black pepper, liquorice root and a coriander accented finish. The aftertaste is pleasingly spicy, balanced and long. A versatile gin to be enjoyed on its own or in classic cocktails. 43.5% Alc./Vol.

  Gold Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2024

  Trophy/Gold - Best London Dry Style Gin. 2017 Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Competition

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• Dasher + Fisher Raspberry Gin (500ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 29.5%

  An award-winning gin, distinguished by its rich red hue that mirrors the freshness of the hand-picked Tasmanian raspberries infused in its creation. As you uncork the bottle, the aroma of fresh raspberries envelops your senses, following on the palate with a symphony of raspberry notes and a delightful interplay of sweet and tart, complemented by hints of spice and florals that add complexity and depth. Enjoy on its own over ice or mixed into your favourite cocktails to add a touch of fruity sophistication. 29.5% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producers... The initial taste is a burst of ripe raspberries, offering a juicy and succulent experience that is both refreshing and indulgent. As the flavour unfolds, subtle notes of spice and florals emerge, adding layers of complexity that enhance the overall profile. The sweetness of the raspberries is perfectly balanced by a hint of tartness, creating a harmonious and well-rounded gin that is as versatile as it is delicious.

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  Dasher + Fisher Ocean Gin (500ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 40%

  The Dasher + Fisher gins are named for the two rivers that run from the mountains to the pristine coast of Tasmania’s north-west. Together they form the label for three very different gins created by George Burgess. With years of technical expertise as a food scientist, he now spends his time foraging for botanicals or sourcing ingredients from local producers. His gins aim to reflect both place and season. This edition features a blend of twelve botanicals, notably abundant in tangy wakame seaweed sourced from the chilly Tasman Sea resulting in a clean, salty style.

  The opening sniffs offer engaging scents of cut grass, kelp, rock pools counterpointed by delicate floral notes and hints of chamomile tea. A creamy, low-spice gin with well rounded flavours of piney juniper, brine, pepper and a tangy, fresh, warming finish. Nice coastal character. Will work for a dry Martini or a complex G&T. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Silver Medal, San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

  Notes from the producers... On the palate, Ocean Gin delivers a harmonious blend of flavours. The initial sip reveals the tangy and slightly briny notes of wakame seaweed, followed by a refreshing burst of ocean spray that invigorates the senses. The finish is elegantly floral, with the delicate sweetness of rose petal adding a graceful touch to the overall experience. The gin's purity and balance make it a versatile spirit that can be enjoyed neat or in a variety of cocktails, each sip a reminder of the pristine beauty of Tasmania's oceanic landscapes.

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  Dingle Gin (700ml)

  IRELAND

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  ABV: 42.5%

  It doesn’t get much better than this for a new gin: There are so many awards shows these days but the WGA is one that really matters. Dingle Gin was awarded World’s Best Gin and World’s Best London Dry at the 2019 World Gin Awards.

  The explosion of the Irish gin market in recent years has seen the launch of more than fifty brands in Ireland and twenty gin producers, with 12 new brands introduced in 2018. Dingle is leading the pack! Made using a grain spirit base and thirteen locally grown botanicals including rowan berry, juniper, fuschia, bog myrtle, heather, chervil, hawthorn and coriander. These are macerated in the spirit for 24 hours prior to distillation, then boiled with the vapour passing up the still through the 'flavour' basket.

  Tasting note: Clear. Slightly viscous. Nuances of lavender, pine and citrus blossom, as well as coriander seed and pepper followed by creamy, mouthfilling flavours of orris root, lemon sorbet, ripe juniper, chamomile and peppery / piney / herbaceous notes through the finish. Full flavoured, textural and fresh. 42.5% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Winner of the Best Irish London Dry at the World Gin Awards in 2016.

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  Dr. Beak New Zealand Garden Gin (500ml)

  Martinborough, NEW ZEALAND

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  ABV: 45.5%

  Wholesaler must clear! 110 bottles only at this significant discount.

  From the "Gin of the Year" winners at the USA Spirits Ratings in 2023, comes a second, juniper-forward expression incorporating the distillery's star botanicals, including orris root, coriander seed, rosemary, bayleaf and mint. Made from whey base spirit, Garden Gin is described as savoury with notes of fresh rosemary and mint, finishing with a kick of wild horopito pepper. In short, a gin that's vibrant and sprightly like the piwakawaka that adorns the label! Intended for versatility, but perfect as a G&T in the garden, the husband and wife team behind the brand ensure that all the ingredients are sourced from New Zealand. 45.5% Alc./Vol.

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  Drumshanbo Sardinian Citrus Gunpowder Irish Gin (700ml)

  IRELAND

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  ABV: 43%

  Besides switching lemon with Citrus monstruosa - a pulpy, bitter fruit native to Sardinia - the botanical bill here remains similar to Drumshanbo's 'Original'. Woody juniper and citrus peel vie for attention on the nose while background liquorice root enters late. The palate feels more intense than its modest ABV: Sedate on entry, but big on grapefruit tang and white pepper, especially through the finish; late oils and piney juniper carry the aftertaste. Bright and spicy, this will suit vibrant G&Ts and add zest to Summery cocktails. 43% Alc./Vol.

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  Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin (700ml)

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  ABV: 43%

  Not only in Australia, but overseas as well, the gin market is experiencing steady growth with consumption in Europe alone forecast to increase dramatically. New players are emerging from all quarters. This novel release is made in the "Shed Distillery", Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim which is the first distillery in the West of Ireland in over 101 years. Opened in 2016 by the team of PJ Rigney and his wife Denise (inventors of Sheridan’s Irish Cream and Boru Vodka), the venture is already busy creating a range of spirits, including whiskey and gin. Rigney adds, “The international market is now looking for super-premium brands that stand apart, with unique heritage and unrivalled quality & taste. There’s huge international excitement about this new gin and we already have some pre-orders from China.”

  Handcrafted through slow distillation in a gleaming medieval copper pot still fired by steam, Rigney expands on the production process for his gin: "Various oriental fresh citrus and leaves (gunpowder tea) are added into the 3 layer infusion basket, which lies in the vapour pathway between the still and the condenser. Steam is gently applied. The vapour rises through the unique shape of the medieval head, which allows maximum copper contact, which cleans and purifies the spirit. The vapour exits the still and passes into the infusion basket, where it gently extracts the oils and aromas from the citrus and tea. Boiling in the still would extract bitter compounds from these ingredients, whereas vapour infusion only extracts the aromatic oils. The vapour passes into the condenser and is condensed down into our gin at approx. 75%. We take an early cut so as to avoid any harshness that tends to come off further into the distillation. The gin is allowed to rest for a week, which allows the oils and alcohol to infuse and for flavour to develop. It is then diluted to 43% with filtered water and gently filtered for clarity."

  The keynote here is 'Gunpowder Tea' (Camellia sinensishis) - a green tea that's been slowly dried then carefully rolled into shiny pellets. The flavour is bold and bright with a slight spicy freshness. Other botanicals include juniper, angelica, orris, caraway, coriander, meadowsweet, cardamom and star anise as well as vapour infused oriental lemon, lime and fresh grapefruit. Nosing finds intense aromas of blackpepper, lemon peel and juniper in the opening pass with later inhalations detecting hints of orris root, cinnamon and chamomile tea. The palate follows through with robust flavours of liquorice root, cardamom, background juniper and a warming, vibrant, peppery finish with late juniper and liquorice through the aftertaste. This flavourful, spicy style has enough presence on its own but will easily hold up to mixing. 43% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the producer: "Delightfully fresh and rounded up front with citrus, juniper & spicy notes immediately evident. The expected Juniper follows close behind. Gunpowder Tea, meadowsweet & Coriander are all notable. The overall impression is of a very well balanced and surprising gin."

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• Dunnet Bay Distillers Rock Rose Navy Strength Gin (700ml)

  SCOTLAND

  $130. 00

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  ABV: 57%

  Other reviews... Dunnet Bay Distillers’ Rock Rose Gin is the latest entry into the increasingly crowded Scottish gin market — where more than 170 different gins are currently in production. The brand dates back to 2014, the result of 55 experiments to find the right botanical blend. The final recipe is an exotic mix that includes juniper, rose root, sea buckthorn, rowan berries (aka mountain ash), blueberries, cardamon, coriander seed, and verbena. As near as I can tell, there’s no difference between this and the Original Edition, save the abv. At 57% alcohol, it’s no joke, and my complaints about the weak body are wholly inapplicable here. Rock Rose Navy Strength is sharp both on the nose and the tongue, which gives the fruitier character more room to shine. The juniper and other herbal notes are pushed more toward the back end, so while the attack lets the citrus shine, the finish of the Navy Strength feels more verdant than the Original Edition. Over time, things get quite bitter as it lingers on the back of the palate. Naturally, it’s also much stronger with the punch of alcohol, which presents its own challenge (or promise). 57% Alc./Vol. - drinkhacker.com

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• Dunnet Bay Distillers Rock Rose Smoked Orange Gin (700ml)

  SCOTLAND

  $99. 99

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  ABV: 41.5%

  Considered to be one of the first in a new generation of craft distilleries in Scotland’s growing Gin sector; Dunnet Bay Distillery, home to the Rock Rose gins, is the UK's most northerly mainland distillery. Situated in the picturesque coastal region of Caithness in the village of Dunnet Bay, it was established Martin and Claire Murray in 2014 after a long-held desire to return to their hometown. 

  Launched in July 2022 and delivering a delicious citrus burst, their Smoked Orange edition employs Lapsang Souchong tea adding smoky notes that enhance the zesty organic orange peel. Complemented by tangerine sage and lemon verbena, other botanicals include cassia, liquorice, water-mint and bilberries. Like the rest of the range, this little treat comes presented in the brand's iconic Rock Rose porcelain bottle - so pretty, you'll want to keep it! 41.5% Alc./Vol.

  Notes from the bottlers... NOSE: Subtle hints of smoke lie underneath zingy citrus notes. PALATE: The clean pine smoke from Lapsang Souchong tea excites the tastebuds and, as it settles, a candied sweet orange rises through. FINISH: The finish is long as the deep rich smoke lingers on the palate. The fresh citrus notes of lemon verbena and tangerine sage resolve into a sweetness on the back of the tongue.

  Other reviews... My overwhelming opinion at the end of sampling the Smoked Orange Edition is that this is an effort to truly be applauded. Here is a flavour profile that has been born out of wanting to step out of a comfort zone, which it achieves tenfold. At no point does the gin wobble from the tightrope of balance in to aggressiveness or overly assertive individual components. Rather, everything has its place and its reason for being. - theginshelf.uk/

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• Dunnet Bay Distillers Rock Rose Original Edition Gin (700ml)

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  The Dunnet Bay distillery was established in 2014 in the far North of Scotland by husband and wife team, Martin and Claire Murray. Both pride themselves on using local hand-foraged botanicals alongside exotic ingredients from around the world. It was the inspiration behind their first product: Rock Rose Gin. The early batches sold out in a matter of days! What sets their product apart is that it's the first gin to employ Rhodiola rosea in the mix. This unusual botanical grows on the local cliffs and reportedly gives the gin an earthy, Turkish delight flavour. Italian and Bulgarian juniper berries, rose root, sea buckthorn, rowan berries, blaeberries, cardamom, coriander seed and verbena (many of which are grown in Scotland) are also included. The citrus and floral notes combine with a little sweetness from local berries. It all works together to make a deliciously distinctive gin. 41.5% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... On the nose, Rock Rose has a delicate bouquet of rose, mixed with deeper cardamom and a touch of citrus fused into a mouthwatering mix. Tasted neat – fruity berries merge with the floral nose to give a full-bodied, rounded gin. Bright, slightly sour notes ping as the juniper comes to the fore alongside a warming heat. There’s depth and character a plenty with all the flavours that surround the piney core working in harmony. Crisp citrus, leafy eucoliptic elements, light florals and a resinous underbelly. This is good gin. It’s smooth to finish too. In a Gin & Tonic, the sharpness of the Sea Buckthorn emerges a little more, but once again is counterbalanced by round berries and a juniper heart. Rock Rose is recommended with a rosemary garnish but we tried it with a mint leaf garnish which brought out the freshness. On another occasion (for research purposes of course!) orange peel also worked well. - ginfoundry.com

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• Dutch Rules New World Dry Gin (700ml)

  Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  The juniper-infused spirit known as gin has the Netherlands as its spiritual home. Later, England went on to popularise its own 'London Dry', traditionally based on less than a handful of botanicals (juniper, cardamom and coriander). However, the influence of Sri Lanka, Malaysia and other spice islands isn't commonly found, even in contemporary styles. Enter Dutch Gin, founded in 2022 in the Melbourne suburb of Mitcham. Here, botanicals like lemongrass, makrut leaves, chilli, thai basil and ginger are broadening the scope of what gins can taste like. Proprietor, Danny Perera employs a wheat-based spirit which brings a nice smooth mouthfeel to each expression. Step one is to load the still with distillate, then add juniper and dried botanicals to the pot. Once out of the still, the spirits are rested for a couple of weeks to maximise the flavour before diluting to a lower ABV followed by bottling and labelling. Shaken or stirred, Dutch Rules New World Dry gin offers juniper-forward flavours with a citrusy finish for a new everyday favourite. Great in a cocktail or simply with tonic. Other botanicals include pink peppercorn, coriander seed, jasmine, macadamia, green tea, cinnamon and lavender. 42% Alc./Vol.

  Gold Medal - Australian Gin Awards 2024

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• Dutch Rules Thai Gin (700ml)

  Melbourne, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  Hospitality veteran, Danny Perera founded Dutch Rules Gin in 2022. Hailing from Sri Lanka, he wanted to share the influence trade routes from the Dutch East Indies and Spice Islands had on traditional European exports. This Mitcham-based distillery knows its way around a classic juniper-forward number as well as anyone. But it’s the magic that happens when they borrow flavours from South and South-East Asia that's won them a keen following; their Thai Gin, for example - a fragrant gin that is highly aromatic and alive with cardamom, coriander, lemongrass, ginger and makrut lime leaves. Add Thai basil, and just a little bit of spice, and you have one hell of a delicious gin! Perfect in a Lemongrass Collins – a refreshing dance between flavours that's all about Summer. 40% Alc./Vol.

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  Eden Mill Love Gin (700ml)

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  ABV: 40%

  Key botanicals include juniper berries, angelica, coriander, rose petal, hibiscus, elderberry, goji berry, raspberry leaf and rhubarb root.

  Clear with a faint pink-yellow blush. Frail bouquet is mildly herbal, medium-fresh, offering low definition juniper and coriander. A soft, light bodied gin; hinting at vanilla and coriander, building with gentle pepper warmth. Concludes mildly spicy, lean, drying. Suggestions of rose-water and juniper through the aftertaste. 40% Alc./Vol.

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  Eden Mill Oak Gin (500ml)

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  ABV: 42%

  A gin infused with juniper berries, angelica, coriander and aged on oak chips in old beer casks.

  Tasting note: Brilliant gold. Low key aromas of fresh-sawn American oak, balsa wood and light vanilla. Better integrated on the palate with the sweet oak notes enhanced by hints of coriander and piney-juniper. Ends mildly astringent, medium fresh, delicately herbal. 42% Alc./Vol.

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  Eden Mill Hop Gin (500ml)

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  ABV: 46%

  A combination of brewing and distilling. Galaxy hops are a core ingredient, alongside juniper berries, angelica and coriander.

  Tasting note: Brilliant pale gold. Moderate aromas of mango lassi and dried apricot over hints of coriander. Oily textured but also delicately bitter with dried mango, apricot and vaguely herbal flavours. Concludes dry, fleeting. Odd. 46% Alc./Vol.

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• Ester Dry Gin (700ml)

  New South Wales, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 43%

  Crafted using a traditional all-in method of distillation and arriving at a proper and well-integrated 43%, the recipe employed here takes the clean, juniper-forward profile inspired by a classic London Drys combined with Ester’s own unique twist - a punch of savoury citrus flavour and the judicious accent of locally grown botanicals. Aromatically, a proud hit of juniper, coriander and liquorice root spike the spirit with dry spice and herbaceous intensity. Then unctuous, macadamia-enhanced texture floats across the tongue, animated by earthy citrus notes of native finger lime and lemon myrtle. Sweet mandarin lifts the finish while adding a twist of elegance. The result? An unfiltered, exceptionally classy and well-balanced Gin for classicists and modernists alike, and a natural for any traditional gin cocktails. Also recommended with a fresh bay leaf and a dry tonic. 43% Alc./Vol.

  Gold Medal - World Gin Awards

  93 points - International Wine & Spirits Competition 2020

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  Etna Gin (700ml)

  Sicily, ITALY

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  ABV: 40%

  Tasting note: Infused with wild herbs and citrus grown at the foot of Mount Etna. Blood orange peel, orange spice cake and background juniper aromas follow in a well-rounded gin with impressive weight and texture. Builds at the finish, turning zesty, spiced-up and long. Strikes a nice balance between citrus oils and traditional gin notes.

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  Etsu Handcrafted Japanese Gin (700ml)

  Hokkaido, JAPAN

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  ABV: 43%

  Produced on Japan's northern island at the Asahikawa distillery using 100% cane spirit, Etsu has some interesting botanicals including green bitter orange peel and Yuzu. Awarded a double gold medal at the San Francisco Spirits Competition in 2018. Comes beautifully packaged.

  Tasting note: Clear. Juniper gives way to bitter citrus peel (orange / Yuzu), angelica and hints of liquorice root. A silky gin with an ethereal feel offering flavours of pine shoots, distant aniseed, peppercorns and citrus oils. Ends supremely balanced with bitter peel and juniper freshness. Sophisticated and beautifully integrated . 40% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Clear color. Aromas and flavors of dried lime, lemongrass, sancho pepper, eucalyptus, bay, and juniper with a supple, crisp, dryish light-to-medium body and a peppery, complex, medium-long finish with overtones of jasmine and leather conditioner finish. A masculine of center gin with pervasive notes of dried herbs. 94 points - tastings.com

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  Fair Juniper Gin (500ml)

  FRANCE

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  ABV: 42%

  Fair Gin is the newest addition to Noble Spirits’ ethical range of beverages which includes Vodka, Rum, Café and Goji liqueur.

  Handcrafted and distilled in France using their vodka as a base, Fair macerate high quality juniper berries and spices for a week before distilling everything once in a stupfler alembic. The juniper berries are sourced from a nature reserve in Uzbekistan, Central Asia. Other botanicals include cardamom, coriander, calamus roots and Grains of Paradise.

  Agriculture is the chief source of income for Uzbekistan's mainly rural population, but many farmers live below the poverty line. Fairtrade spices are sourced in the Kerala region of South West India. This cooperative of nearly 3050 farmers has three main objectives: to increase production, develop the social environment and promote and develop organic production.

  Tasting note: Crystal clear. Perfumed, bright and fresh white pepper and juniper-driven aroma with later inhalations finding cardamom to the fore. Vibrant and concentrated delivery offers piney juniper, lemon peel and a peppery, tingly mouthfeel. Finish is fresh, balanced and long followed by hints of cardamom, pepper and lemon meringue in the aftertaste. A robustly flavoured all-rounder. 42% Alc./Vol.

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  Fifty/50 Cask Aged Gin (500ml)

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  ABV: 50%

  A gin with a difference, and a claim to be the oldest gin in the world. That's not hard to believe when you learn half of it's aged in casks for twenty years. The spirit was originally sourced by the House of MacDuff, a company run by mother-and-son team, Jane and Iain MacDuff in Renfrew - a small town just outside Glasgow. Back then, the gin category was relatively slow. Being curious distillers they wondered what a spell in oak might achieve. That turned out to be a lengthy experiment indeed. For the first decade, virgin casks infused sweet vanilla, ginger and strong oak flavours. For the second decade, ex whisky barrels were employed. These allowed the wood to slowly impart greater depth, however the juniper dominant note typical of unaged gins subsided. To revive the botanicals, the liquid was blended with fresh London Dry at a ratio of 1-1. Following several experiments, the result captures the best of both worlds: New & old, deep & fresh. It looks like whisky, but the keynotes of gin come through strongly: Lavender potpourri, chamomile tea, distant peppercorns and cough lozenges repeat in a full-throttle attack. The creamy middle is rounded off by suggestions of orange zest, crushed pine needles, lemon chutney and light vanilla. With tongue tingling peppers to match the botanicals and oak, Fifty/50 is no gin for beginners, and more of a Winter treat than a Summer time refresher. Or if you prefer whisky, this may even swing you into another category. Other ingredients include coriander, cassia bark, cinnamon, angelica, orris root, liquorice, lemon and sweet orange peel. Batches are limited to around 2000 bespoke barrel-shaped bottles. 50% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews...  because no-one has aged gin for twenty years, what does it taste like? Is it really like nothing I’ve ever tasted before? The answer is: absolutely. Although it looks more whisky than gin, it’s the opposite on the nose. It has that whisky complexity, yet also that hit of juniper and other aromas you associate more with gin. There’s a vanilla sweetness to it as well, with some oakiness and fresh citrus. It definitely makes you think: ‘Wow, what is this?’ On the palate the juniper is less evident, but the vanilla sweetness is emphasised by some caramel flavours too. The citrus is still there as well. On the nose it’s more like a gin, on the palate more like a whisky, and even reminded me of tequila. It’s super-smooth and warming going down, with a sweet aftertaste. So yes, it isn’t like anything I’ve ever tasted before, and it’ll be a long time before I taste anything like it again, I’m sure. - traveldistilled.com

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  Ford's Gin (700ml)

  UNITED KINGDOM

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  ABV: 45%

  Distilled in London at Thames Distillers, Fords Gin is a collaboration between 8th generation Master Distiller Charles Maxwell and Simon Ford of The 86 Co. A mix of nine botanicals, the gin employs English wheat spirit as a base and includes a traditional blend of juniper & coriander seed, balanced by citrus (bitter orange, lemon & grapefruit peel), florals (jasmine flower & orris) and spices (angelica & cassia). The botanicals are sourced from Joseph Flack & Son’s, who have been importing herbs and spices for medicinal and culinary use into London for over a century. Each botanical is steeped for 15 hours before distillation in 500 litre stills. The gin is then shipped in bulk to Charbay Distillery in California for cutting and bottling.

  Tasting note: Bright and clear. Fresh and pure scents offer up suggestions of citrus, coriander, juniper and black pepper, following through to the silk textured, juniper focused mid palate with attractive citrus notes refreshing the finish, fading dry, tangy and gently spicy. Expertly balanced. 45% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews… EASILY ONE OF THE BEST GINS REVIEWED OVER THE LAST TWO YEARS.” HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION Spirit Journal, December 2012

  Gold London Dry - 2016 The Gin Masters (The Spirits Business)

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• Four Pillars Bloody Bandwagon Non Alcoholic Gin (700ml)

  Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  We all want or need some time off the drink every now and again. But time off the drink shouldn’t mean time off decent drinks altogether. Hence, Four Pillars have been quietly working away to bring the botanical flavours of their most popular and iconic gins to life…but in an alcohol-free spirit. This was no simple feat. In fact, it’s probably the single biggest challenge they’ve faced since they started making gin in 2013. Because this isn’t gin. Gin has to have alcohol in it. To make Bloody Bandwagon, they actually do use Shiraz grapes. But because they haven’t been fermented there’s no alcohol. So you’re getting that same Shiraz flavour and colour without the alcohol. Win, win. Use Bloody Bandwagon as you would your ‘regular’ Four Pillars Gin but maybe a bit more liberally, so you can allow the flavour of the non-alcoholic spirit to shine through.

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• Four Pillars Bandwagon Rare Dry Non Alcoholic Gin (700ml)

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  Bandwagon Dry is modelled on Four Pillars' signature Rare Dry Gin, less the booze. With fresh, citrusy aromas and a palate of spicy warmth that comes from a heavier load of botanicals instead of alcohol, you can use Bandwagon Dry as you would your 'regular' Four Pillars Gin. Ingredients include juniper, orange, lemon myrtle, star anise, and angelica, all infused with additional warmth from red chilli and Tasmanian pepperberry. Four Pillar's dedication to delivering a realistic mouthfeel ensures that every sip captures the essence of traditional gin. 

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• Four Pillars Fresh Yuzu Gin (700ml)

  Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 41.8%

  Looking like small grapefruits, the Asian Yuzu fruit has been the inspiration for several Japanese gins, aiming to retain its delicious sweet, sour and bitter flavours in harmony with the freshness of juniper. This is not the first time Four Pillars have experimented with the fruit. A limited edition collaborative bottling was launched in 2017. It was followed in 2019 with the Distiller Series 'Changing Seasons Gin' made with help from Japan's Kyoto Distillery. As of 2022, Four Pillars are including 'Fresh Yuzu Gin' as a permanent addition to their core range.

  Mountain Yuzu, from the nearby Ovens Valley supply the Healesville-based distillery with fresh yuzus. Describing the flavour of the new gin, Co-founder and Distiller Cam Mackenzie comments, “Yuzu brings amazing aromatics that are a mix of lemon, mandarin, cumquat and grapefruit – all bright and fresh citrus notes – while the addition of finger lime adds some deeper citrus character. We’ve also learnt a lot (from the best) in our adventures making gin with Japanese friends, so in our take on Yuzu gin, we’ve used ginger, turmeric and sencha genmaicha, a Japanese green tea with roasted brown rice, for depth of flavour. A canvas of strong pine-needle juniper and a bit of lemon myrtle add a touch of lemon curd.”

  Drink it however you like to drink your favourite gin, but it’s at its best in a Highball with plenty of ice, soda or light tonic and any kind of citrus garnish (best of all would be fresh yuzu, if you can find it!) 41.8% Alc./Vol.

  
  

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• Four Pillars Olive Leaf Gin (700ml)

  Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 43.8%

  Four Pillars first new addition to the core range since 2015 was realised after a visit to Cobram Estate in Northern Victoria. During harvest, Cam McKenzie recognised that olive oil could work as a botanical. Experimentation led to olive tree leaves as well as around a litre of fresh Cobram Estate olive oil being added to the still.

  The oil is not what you'd purchase from the supermarket shelves. It's sourced from two Spanish Olive varieties – 'Picual' & 'Hojiblanca'- and one Italian – 'Coratina'. 250gm of local bay leaf and rosemary are also included, plus there's more coriander and much more juniper than Rare Dry. Other botanicals include lemon myrtle, fresh local lemons, macadamia and grapefruit.

  The gin is savoury, textural and bright.
  Brand Ambassador, John Raphael adds, "The texture is quite remarkable, it’s a step away from traditional Four Pillars distillations that has always seen oranges and pepperberry in the mix... it's far more savoury and stands up to full Mediterranean tonics or the ideal Martini base." 43.8% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Gold Medal at the 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

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  Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin (700ml)

  Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 37.8%

  As close as a Gin comes to a cult following!

  Yet another 'vintage' of this novel Aussie release has been made by steeping Yarra Valley Shiraz grapes in gin for eight weeks. The fruit was de-stemmed but kept mainly as whole berries, and the tanks were kept cold and stirred daily. After eight weeks the fruit was pressed before blending with more Gin. The final product was bottled unfiltered and is expected to develop secondary fruit characters beyond two years, but should be best consumed within two years of vintage.

  Notes from Four Pillars... (2017 release) The beauty of Bloody Shiraz Gin being a product of vintage means that it will never be the same. Our 2017 release has an incredibly vibrant ruby colour, which turns iridescent pink when mixed with tonic or soda. Aromatically the gin has fresh pine needles and incredible spice, and a clear peppery, dense raspberry character. The palate is lovely and sweet, with long juniper and spice characters to finish. This release is slightly lighter in colour than last year's, due to a cool vintage in the Yarra Valley with a moderate ripening period. Unlike Sloe Gin, the alcohol is 37.8% (rather than <30%) so it packs a punch and is ideal in a range of cocktails.

  2016 release tasted... Deep purple with mauve edges. Berry tart, stewed plum and light pepper/paprika aromas over background juniper and grapefruit. Medium bodied with soft, silky, off-dry, juicy plum and raspberry tart flavours and a delicate grapefruit, cinnamon, white pepper, piney-juniper finish. Ends medium long, slightly sweet, with subtle spicy red fruits in the aftertaste. A delicious, creative and cleverly balanced take on traditional sloe gin. 37.5% Alc./Vol. 91 points

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  Four Pillars Spiced Negroni Gin (700ml)

  Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 43.8%

  Four Pillars wanted to create a gin specifically for the Negroni - something to cut through the Campari and vermouth. And as the Negroni has always been a favourite at Four Pillars, distiller, Cameron MacKenzie jumped at the chance to make the first collaboration in their "Bartender Series" - a tribute to the very definition of a perfectly balanced cocktail.

  First, they took their base botanicals and upped the amount of Tasmanian pepperberry leaf and cinnamon. Then they added an exotic West African spice called Grains of Paradise. This is one of the most unusual spices in the world, with clove and sichuan characters. But although very powerful, the spice tends to glow rather than become hot.

  They also decided to use organic blood oranges in the botanical basket, as well as some ginger.

  Tasting note: Crystal clear. Intense orange sorbet opening develops pith and peel freshness followed by hints of jaffa, white pepper and cut ginger. Creamy, soft textured delivery features early orange peel and later subtle hints of juniper. Excellent balance and freshness. Cough lozenge-like warmth and light jaffa in the fade. 43.8% Alc./Vol.

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  Four Pillars Bartender Series Modern Australian Gin (700ml)

  Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 45%

  This is number 2 in the Bartender Series.
  Four Pillars worked with QANTAS and the Rockpool mixology team to create an Asian-inspired Modern Australian style. The bartenders were aiming for a gin with nice spicy complexity and mixability – something to create a tasty G&T, or classic dry martini. Plus, with all that spice it also makes a spot-on Red Snapper.

  Red and green Szechuan give it a lovely warm mouthfeel while the macadamia nuts give it softness and an almost creamy palate. Fresh Rose Glow apples, tangelos, grapefruit peel and dry native quandong add fruity notes.

  Tasting note: Clear. Spicy feel to the bouquet offering lifted scents of peppercorn and coriander seed over fresh juniper and citrus. A full bodied, creamy, oily textured gin suggesting flavours of green cardamom, juniper and liquorice root with intensifying peppers towards the finish. Ends, dry, warming, vibrant, vaguely herbal with hints of anise, lemon peel and orris root through the aftertaste. Will make great Bloody Marys. 45% Alc./Vol.

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  Four Pillars Gin (700ml)

  Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 41.8%

  One of Australia's latest distilling ventures is located in the Yarra Valley. Their first spirit is a modern Australian Gin; possessing an equal mix of local and exotic botanicals including Juniper Berries, Coriander Seeds, Cardamom Pods, Tasmanian Pepperberry Leaf, Cinnamon, Lavender, Angelica, Star Anise, Lemon Myrtle and Fresh Oranges.
  
  The distiller's state, "In terms of our ambition for our first gin, we didn't want a London Dry Gin but we couldn't ignore juniper. The way we have approached it is that the juniper is the canvas and the other botanicals paint the picture. The Tassie pepper is brilliant on the palate, giving us warmth rather than heat. Lemon myrtle is a beautiful, complex and unique alternative to lemon peel. Perhaps most interesting is our use of whole oranges. It’s unusual to use fresh produce in gin but Australian citrus is highly aromatic and supports the spicier botanicals like coriander, cardamom and star anise. 

  Tasting notes: [BATCH No.2 tasted] Clear. Vibrant, lifted aroma is citrus focussed with its distinct lemon peel top note hovering over peppery, woody, piney, juniper notes. Second pass sees the aroma turn creamy and more lemon-meringue like. Hints of eucalyptus emerge in the final inspection to round off a very appealing gin bouquet. An unassuming entry leads into a concentrated, creamy yet spicy, medium dry profile featuring citrus peel, juniper and pepper. Excellent balance. Lemon / lime / spice aftertaste concludes with a dry, chalky fade. Consider adding this to your Gin repertoire over summer. Recommended. 41.8% Alc./Vol.

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• Four Pillars 2019 Australian Christmas Gin (700ml)

  Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 43.8%

  Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product not pictured.
  
  As with previous editions, Four Pillars Christmas Gin starts by distilling Christmas puddings. The gin is then aged in Muscat barrels and a slight tweak of Muscat is added to finish. What you get are aromatics of classic juniper and a hint of cinnamon, backed up with a rich, luscious palate. There's a mild sweetness from the Muscat and extended barrel ageing too. More than ever, it smells like gin and tastes like Christmas! Sip it on ice (it’s dangerously drinkable), mix it with ginger ale or beer, or try it in some great cocktails like this Christmas Cobbler. 43.8% Alc./Vol.

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  Four Pillars Navy Strength Gin (700ml)

  Yarra Valley, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 58.8%

  One of Australia's latest distilling ventures is located in the Yarra Valley and it's going gangbusters. Regular readers will remember the standard ABV release from several months back. This limited edition ups the ante in an extraordinary way. It's also recently being awarded a prestigious double gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. 92 gins were assessed this year, with only nine scoring the double gold award. Here's the distiller explaining how they pulled it off:

  "After experimenting with some exclusive batches for the Gin Palace (a Melbournian Gin institution) we decided to add fresh Byron Bay finger limes to the distillation, along with our beautiful organic oranges. This means we undertake a frenzy of distilling when these beauties are in season, and release just one edition of the Navy Strength each year.

  The finger limes highlight the Asian spices like coriander and star anise, and are complemented by the addition of fresh ginger. Finally, fresh turmeric adds a fresh but earthy quality.

  The resulting gin has lifted aromatics of lime curd, pine needles, and fragrant spices with a vanilla character which pulls the spices together. The palate is intense - sweet and juicy - but it is still very clean. The turmeric has added weight and earthiness to the palate with a freshness not unlike dill or cucumber." - Notes sourced from Four PIllars.

  Tasting note: Brilliant rainwater clear with a bright silvery blush. Sensational intensity with lifted lemon verbena / lime cough lozenge notes in the opening pass. Further air contact shifts the accent towards juniper and orange peel over suggestions of turmeric, dried curry leaf and white pepper. A crisp, dry, juniper focussed entry preludes a powerful yet poised, creamy textured mid-palate attack with juicy orange / lime zest and vibrant peppers. Finish features lemon meringue, lime gelato and a drying turmeric-like texture followed by a medley of citrus flavours, all carried by the lively spices in a finale that seemingly never ends. Super long and immensely satisfying. Best Aussie Gin to date? 58.8% Alc./Vol.

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  Garden Grown Gin (700ml)

  New South Wales, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 42%

  Note: the title of this product has changed from 'Distillery Botanica' to 'Garden Grown Gin'. It's the same liquid, produced in the same way, to the same recipe, by the same people.

  Garden Grown Gin is produced at Distillery Botanica and employs a process known as enfleurage, a thousand-year-old technique. Traditionally it applies to flower petals - these are placed on glass trays containing a wax or animal fat called a 'corps'. This corps which is highly purified with no odour or water remaining absorbs the flavour and fragrance from the flowers. Every 24 hours the petals are removed from the tray and replaced with fresh ones. This may be repeated dozens of times per tray. The trays are stacked so that the tray on the top can trap the rising fragrance from the flowers on the tray below.

  Once saturated with aromatics, the corps is referred to as the "pomade" (the most highly saturated pomade is called "pomade No. 36" because the frames have been charged with fresh flowers 36 times, the maximum during enfleurage). The next step is to break up the pomade in the presence of high strength neutral spirit which takes up the natural flower oils and leaves the spent fat behind.

  At Garden Grown Gin, the aim is to extract the purest perfume from their chief botanical, Murraya, without the use of heat. This makes the delicate flower come alive with cues of jasmine, honeysuckle and orange blossom.

  Distiller, Phillip Moore adds, "the gin also includes a rose enfleurage using an old fashioned Tea Rose from our garden. It is known as the Duchess de Brabant. Our garden also supplies Chamomile flowers which when distilled immediately on picking have a delicious apple character with a delightful bitter finish. To carry on the perfume allusion of enfleurage we also use orris root which is used in Chanel No 5. In perfume and gin orris is a fixative which creates harmony and also slows down the evaporation of the more volatile aromas. Orris has its own violet aroma. It enters the palate very sweetly and adds a richness and viscosity all over. On the finish it contributes a high quality bitter and an earthiness which is almost pastry like".

  Tasting note: Crystal clear, shows good viscosity. Pure and ultra fresh with a juniper and black pepper base overlaid by sweet floral top notes. Aeration offers suggestions of orange blossom, rose petal and muted lavender and later hints of incense candles. Creamy yet vibrant entry with a seamless integration of juniper / herbal / floral / wax-like notes. Concludes tongue tingling, peppery, fresh, long. Delicate and multi-layered. Beautifully composed. 42% Alc./Vol.

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