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  Prohibition Liquor Co. Bathtub Cut Gin (500ml)

  South Australia, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 69%

  When gin became popular during the Prohibition era of the 1920's, most people in the United States drank the poor quality, homemade spirits found in speakeasies. This alcohol -then called bathtub Gin - was the most popular spirit being made in the United States because it was the easiest to distill. What'smore, gin, unlike whisky, did not require any aging in oak barrels which were expensive and cumbersome to store and conceal.

  Bathtub Gin was made by placing a large quantity of (often dangerously) low-quality, de-natured alcohol in a home bathtub. The poisons were removed from the liquid to recover ethyl alcohol that was then flavoured with juniper berries, diluted and put into bottles. The highly variable quality of the spirit meant that consuming it in any quantity was a dangerous venture that cost some party-goers their lives. It has also being suggested that the many extravagant cocktails of the Jazz era owe their inspiration to disguising the disgusting taste of bathtub Gin. Thankfully, this is that kind of drink by name only...

  Tasting notes: Pours almost water-like with a very pale straw blush and thick legs. Closed at first but opens up with heavy, oily aromas of liquorice root and white pepper in the initial pass with air contact drawing out juniper, smokey cardamom, citrus peel and subtle herbaceous notes. Big, viscous entry leads into an exceptionally concentrated, oily, lemon lozenge, white pepper and dried juniper hit. Fabulous purity and balance. Concludes mouth-numbing, super long and with more than a touch of Fisherman's Friend at the finish. Punchy and about as big as gin gets. 69% Alc./Vol.

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  Prohibition Liquor Co. Gin (700ml)

  South Australia, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 42%

  Tasting note: [Release 009 tasted] Clear. Lively and perfumed piney juniper, lemon peel and subtle cardamom aromas; Leads into a light to medium bodied, dryish juniper and citrus-forward profile followed by an appealing peppery, gingery, fresh lemon tart and grapefruit finish and lingering lemon lozenge aftertaste. A silky, elegant and nuanced gin that's nicely integrated. 42% Alc./Vol.

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  Reid & Reid Native Gin (700ml)

  Martinborough, NEW ZEALAND

  $109. 99

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  ABV: 42%

  Tasting note: Aside from traditional gin botanicals, Stew and Chris Reid include three locally foraged ingredients here: manuka, horopito and kawakawa. The latter is a relative of black pepper. The bouquet suggests forest floor, lavender potpourri and light citrus. In the mouth it's medium dry and peppery - especially at the finish. The aftertaste follows with hints of eucalyptus, menthol rub and bay leaf. Distinctive and vibrant. 42% Alc./Vol.

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  Reid & Reid Pinot Noir Barrel Aged Gin (700ml)

  Martinborough, NEW ZEALAND

  $109. 99

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  ABV: 42%

  Tasting note: Matured in ex-Martinborough Pinot Noir French oak barrels for three months, this amber gold expression slightly tames the herbaceousness of the distillery's 'Native' gin. Thyme, lemon oregano and tarragon feature on the nose along with hints of Summer pudding. There's an appealing cough lozenge character on the palate, with dried herbs and pepper accented at the finish. 42% Alc./Vol.

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  Reed & Co Remedy Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

  $89. 99

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  ABV: 44%

  Hamish Nugent and Rachel Reed draw inspiration from their natural surroundings in the Alpine region in North East Victoria - hence, their first limited release gin includes botanicals such as mountain pepper berry, lemon myrtle, eucalyptus and finger lime as well as Shiso, apple, juniper and tea. The distillery is situated in the centre of Bright, replete with a bar and a coffee roastery.

  Tasting note: Batch REM054. Leaps out of the glass with aromas of crushed eucalypt, lemon peel, white pepper and bright piney, sappy notes - one of the most powerful gin bouquets of the year. A viscous, silk-textured delivery, building with flavours of pine, lemon verbena and pepper. Finishes poised, delicate and long with hints of herbal tea, eucalyptus and tea tree leaf in the aftertaste. Very expressive, with the native floras deftly balanced along side traditional botanical notes. 44% Alc./Vol. ​

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  Royal Sedang 1888 Small Batch Gin (500ml)

  FRANCE

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  $39. 99

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  ABV: 42.2%

  A meeting of Vietnamese and French cultures, perfect for Summery, Asian-inspired cocktails. One lot only reduced below cost price.

  Considered the first ever 100% Asian botanical Gin, Royal Sedang is made using a long maceration of chosen botanicals in order to achieve full extraction of flavour components. The production process is a slow and careful one that can take six to eight weeks. Botanicals include lime, lemongrass, ginger, litchi, jasmine tea, coriander followed by a slow reduction with pure spring water. Aromatically, it's described as "...a meeting of Vietnamese and French cultures, reminiscent of entering into a fresh food market in Vietnam or enjoying a fruit breakfast at a hotel bar".

  Tasting note: Clear. Asian styled aromatics leading with coriander, ginger root and lemongrass over background juniper. Second pass highlights mandarine. Soft entry with juniper and citrus, leaning towards lemon and mandarin through the tangy, spiced-up finish. Hints of coriander and pepper in a brisk aftertaste. Fresh and exotic. Garnish with a stick of lemongrass. 42.2% Alc./Vol. Tasted from a 30ml sample.

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• Sakaki XIX Pure Japanese Craft Gin (500ml)

  Wakayama, JAPAN

  $129. 99

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  ABV: 45%

  This is the second craft Gin in the Sakaki line up, and as per the Roman numerals in the title, it's distilled with a total of nineteen botanicals. These include allspice, Bay Leaf, Caraway, Cinnamon, Clove, Coriander Seed, Ginger, Juniper, Lavender, Mikan, Sakaki, Sansho, Star Anise, Sudachi, Ume, Ume Seed, Wasabi, Yoshino Cedar, Yuzu, Wasabi, ginger, bay leaf and ume seed. The style here is fruitier than Sakaki XV, with ume and citrus complemented by star anise and sansho. The warmth and piquancy of ginger and wasabi “tighten” the aftertaste before a smooth, lingering finish. Produced by the Kishi-Kumano distillery, owned by Wakayama’s leading beverage company with over 50 years expertise. 45% Alc./Vol.

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• Sakaki XXV Pure Japanese Craft Gin (500ml)

  Wakayama, JAPAN

  $199. 99

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  ABV: 53%

  'XXV' is the premium offering in the Sakaki Gin range and the most fruit-forward. It is a complex, well-rounded expression distilled using a remarkable number of botanicals including allspice, Bay Leaf, Caraway, Cinnamon, Clove, Coriander Seed, Fig, Ginger, Honey Bush, Jabara, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon Balm, Persimmon leaf, Mikan, Sakaki, Sanpokan, Sansho, Star Anise, Sudachi, Ume, Ume Liqueur, Wasabi, Yoshino Cedar and Yuzu. These twenty five ingredients result in a vibrant gin with citrus and fig flavours integrating with persimmon leaf and honeybush alongside a steady string of spices. 53% Alc./Vol.

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• Sakaki XV Pure Japanese Craft Gin (500ml)

  Wakayama, JAPAN

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  ABV: 38%

  This is the first ever gin to use sakaki, a botanical derived from a flowering evergreen that grows in warm areas of Japan and plays an important role in the country's mythology. Sometimes referred to as a “unifier botanical”, it imparts 'foresty', woody and spicy flavours that make this gin an alternative to floral and citrus dominant styles. Fifteen botanicals make up the mix, including Allspice, Caraway, Cinnamon, Clove, Coriander Seed, Juniper, Lavender, Mikan, Sakaki, Sansho, Star Anise, Sudachi, Ume, Yoshino Cedar and Yuzu. Cinnamon and caraway are pronounced, with juniper complemented by Japanese plum and citrus. 38% Alc./Vol.

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  Sakurao Limited Japanese Dry Gin (700ml)

  JAPAN

  $240. 00

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  ABV: 47%

  Tasting note: Chugoku Jozo is already fairly well known as the company behind the Togouchi brand of Japanese whiskies. They also oversee two gins produced at the Sakurao distillery employing seventeen botanicals from Hiroshima - these include cherry blossom, Japanese juniper (both leaves and berries), Hatsukaichi oyster shells and wasabi. Their 'Limited' edition is a delicately scented gin with an engaging mix of pine buds, citrus peel, ginger, wasabi and dry herbal notes. On the palate, it's soft at first, gathering intensity. Piney juniper and citrus peel add tang, but wasabi heat carries the finish. 47% Alc./Vol.

  Gold Medal / Outstanding - International Wine & Spirits Competition 2018

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  Setouchi Orange Japanese Craft Gin (700ml)

  JAPAN

  $94. 99

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  ABV: 47%

  This unusual gin is more like a drier styled triple sec, bursting with vivid aromas and flavours of orange pith and peel, mixed citrus oils and a warming, faintly ginny finish that suggests chamomile tea, crushed coriander leaves and white pepper. Delicious on its own over ice or experiment with fruity cocktails. 47% Alc./Vol.

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  Setouchi Lemon Japanese Craft Gin (700ml)

  JAPAN

  $84. 99

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  ABV: 47%

  An Asian craft gin blended with lemon and Japanese Green tea offering pungent, fresh, citrus-forward aromas and flavours accenting lemon peel, lemon cough lozenge and green tea cake. Unfolds in an intense, mouthfilling burst of lemon lozenge, citrus oils, light juniper, dried herbs and pickled ginger. Ends super-zesty, tangy, spicy and pleasantly tart with refreshing bittersweet balance. More of a lemon distillate than a gin, or a lemon equivalent to Cointreau, but very appealing. Distilled in Hiroshima; bottled at 47% after dilution with soft water from Haigamine well.

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  Hartshorn Sheep Whey Gin (500ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 40%

  Taking craft-production to a new scale is 'Hartshorn', a Tasmanian upstart making boutique batches of Vodka and Gin from their farm sheep whey. Ryan Hartshorn and family run what is presently the smallest distillery in Australia: batches of ten bottles are not unusual. The dedicated hands-on approach is extended to the packaging with every label hand painted.

  Botanicals are vapour infused using a 50L glass column still (as opposed to steeped) giving the Gin a more delicate and subtle bouquet. Ryan adds, "Besides the juniper, my aim with this Gin was to only use Tasmanian native botanicals. I discovered some very impressive native berries, leaves and seeds however they could only be wild harvested which meant I could not get enough quantity to make it practical enough for an ongoing production. I have still been able to use some Tasmanian native botanicals however I have now broadened the list to only Australian native botanicals (plus the Juniper). I'm using six Native Australian botanicals with three of them never used before in any other Gin."

  Tasting note: [Batch 1 tasted] Clear. Atypical gin aromas of banana pudding / fruit yoghurt over later scents of citrus peel, rosewater and subtle piney juniper. A creamy, light, floral-soft entry. Medium-dry, low-key flavours of fruit yoghurt, orange spice cake and delicate white pepper / pine-like notes balancing the finish. Hints of rosewater and juniper late in the aftertaste. An eclectic and original arrangement of unusual botanical notes. Unfiltered. 40% Alc./Vol.

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  Silent Pool Gin (700ml)

  UNITED KINGDOM

  $79. 99

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  ABV: 43%

  Established in 2014 as a sustainable project, Silent Pool Distillery is named after a nearby natural spring lake which is also the distillery's water source. Located in the southeast of England in the Surrey Hills countryside and produced entirely on site by Cory Mason, the gin employs 24 botanicals including lavender, chamomile, citrus, kaffir lime, local honey and juniper.

  Unlike many other gins, Silent Pool is distilled using a column still. Mason comments, "Through precise control over a series of plates and cooling pipes, we are able to separate the exact flavour we want from each botanical that we use. In this way, we can break down the botanical, and capture only the section of it that we want to use in our gin.

  The operation is run on a reclaimed wood-fired steam boiler from the 1970s, previously used to power a crane on Liverpool docks. Sustainable hardwood is sourced from the local Albury forest and gives the whole operation a very low carbon footprint as well as truly local credentials.

  Tasting note Medium intense, peppery whiffs building with fresh juniper, lemon/lime peel, lavender and chamomile tea. Very piney on entry, with lemon and lime accented through the middle. Finish is drying, with lively spices and gentle cinnamon warmth. Ends pure, fresh and mildly sappy with pine and lavender lingering in the aftertaste. A well balanced sipper for elegant Martinis. 43% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... 4.5 Stars - www.diffordsguide.com

  Gold Medal World Spirits Awards 2016

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  Sipsmith London Dry Gin (700ml)

  London, UNITED KINGDOM

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  $49. 99

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  ABV: 41.6%

  "A near-perfect classic style gin... pretty much as good as it gets." 5/5 - theginisin.com

  Established in 2009, Sipsmith boast to being the first copper-pot based distillery to start up in London in 189 years. One of only four gin distilleries located within the city limits, it's situated on a residential street in West London on the site of a former microbrewery (also the site which later became the office of famous beer hunter and whisky writer, Michael Jackson). Using an English barley mash created off-site, the company employs a German swan-necked copper-pot still which the proprietors named 'Prudence'. She's caricatured on the brand's labels as a stylised pot-still with a swan’s neck and head.

  Sipsmith's London Dry is made using ten botanicals: Macedonian juniper berries, Bulgarian coriander seed, French angelica root, Spanish liquorice root, Italian orris root, Spanish ground almond, Chinese cassia bark, Madagascan cinnamon, Sevillian orange peel and Spanish lemon peel. If the botanicals seem rather commonplace by contemporary gin standards, the company vouches for their freshness, which is an often underestimated factor in gin production. Quite simply, the fresher the ingredients, the more potent the flavour infusion will be. Companies producing gin on a grand scale, such as Beefeater or Gordon’s simply can’t secure the quantities of botanicals required in fresh form for year round production. Water purity is also considered key. Batches are made 400 bottles at a time.

  Geraldine Coates, who has written books about gin and runs the website ‘Gintime’, also considers the size and flexibility of new micro-distilleries like Sipsmith to be their real point of interest."It means they are producing the equivalent to caviar as opposed to tuna fish," she explains.

  With its fairly classic London Dry botanical bill, Sipsmith's taste is predictable yet satisfying. The nose offers a restrained elegance - fresh juniper is the initial focus followed by hints of citrus peel, lavender and rosemary. A soft entry leads into a light to medium bodied mid palate that's gently spicy, almost creamy in texture and building in concentration with flavours of juniper and citrus lozenge. The balance is perfect, the finish pristine, persistent and refreshingly dry. Altogether an understated and stylish gin straight-up that also adds a creaminess to G&Ts. Recommended. 41.6% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Made with 10 internationally sourced botanicals—Seville orange peel, Italian orris root, et al.—this gin rings with plenty of juniper and licorice upfront, followed by lavender and citrus peel. Finishes smooth and mellow. 90 points - wineenthusiast.com

  As London Dry gins go, Sipsmith is a quieter, sweeter example. The nose is mild, with the citrus notes easily overwhelming the juniper. The latter is more present on the body, but even there it’s kept in check by cinnamon sugar, some woody root notes, and, surprisingly, those almonds. The finish is more sweet than tart, and the spirit drinks far more sedately than its slightly overproof alcohol level would indicate. Worth a try, particularly in more fanciful gin-based cocktails. - drinkhacker.com

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  Sothis By Maxime Chapoutier Hermitage Gin (700ml)

  FRANCE

  $110. 00

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  ABV: 43%

  Maxime Chapoutier is part of a family of winemakers who have been working in the Rhone Valley since 1808. When a botanist was enlisted to carry out research on local plants, Maxime was indirectly inspired to conduct plant distillation trials from a specific plot. It led to the creation of Sothis gin, using a base spirit derived from organically grown grapes. Our tasting found low-key aromas of bitter lemon, juniper, light ginger and white pepper that follow into a silky, medium bodied palate hinting at citrus peel, thyme, pine needles and chamomile tea, wrapped up in a peppery, medium long finish. The style here is relatively understated, so avoid heavy mixing. Botanicals include juniper, aced, chamomile, yarrow, everlasting, wild thyme, verbena and sweet clover. Batch 03 tasted. 43% Alc./Vol.

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  Spring Bay Gin (700ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

  $89. 99

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  ABV: 46%

  Established in 2015 on Tassie's East coast by Cam and Suzy Brett. Their gin is triple distilled in a 1200 litre locally made copper pot still and employs coastal rainwater which is both soft and sweet. Notable in the eleven botanical mix are three indigenous ingredients: Native Bush Pepper, Lemon Myrtle and Tasmanian Wattleseed.

  Tasting note: Creamy yet fresh aromas and flavours of lemon thyme, pepper, vanilla, anise / liquorice root and a touch of smokey cardamom. An elegant, light to medium bodied gin offering delicate pepper warmth and a refreshing juniper / anise accented finish. Pure, textural and engaging with a distinctive botanical range. 46% Alc./Vol.

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• Spring Bay Pink Gin (700ml)

  Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 46%

  From a distillery better known for its single malts comes this brightly coloured gin. Based on the company's 'classic' gin base, this version is infused with locally sourced raspberries. Perfect as a G&T, garnished with fresh raspberries and a sprig of rosemary. Bottled without filtration so it may become cloudy when chilled. 46% Alc./Vol.

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  Strange Nature Premium Grape Gin (700ml)

  Marlborough, NEW ZEALAND

  $94. 99

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  ABV: 44%

  A gin not made, but grown - from Sauvignon Blanc grapes, and arguably the most exciting new gin to come out of New Zealand in some time. It all started when the Giesen brothers of Marlborough’s Giesen Wines were trying to strip the alcohol from sauvignon blanc to produce an alcohol-free product. The resulting liquid “was essentially a sauvignon blanc spirit”, says Rhys Julian, the general manager of Strange Nature. He adds, “At that point the wine-makers were discarding it, but we thought there was a really good opportunity to take that by-product and do something with it, because it retains heaps of those really tasty flavours from Marlborough sauvignon blanc." The team added juniper but then cycled through more than a dozen different botanicals trying to find the best combination. They ended up going back to basics, deciding that juniper and sauvignon blanc stand on their own merit. “Sauvignon blanc is really aromatic, it’s got those layers of grapefruit and tropical herbaceous qualities,” says Julian, “and so we settled on just one botanical, juniper, which is quite unusual and quite strange, hence our name, Strange Nature.”

  Just as you'd expect, Strange Nature retains many of the quintessential notes of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc - as the producers describe it: Partly tropical and zesty with hints of fresh pineapple, candied grapefruit and a touch of kaffir lime and blood orange; and part savoury and herbaceous with piney juniper, blackcurrant leaf and fresh green pepper. Our tasting from a 30ml sample found powerful aromas of ripe feijoa, also hinting at passionfruit and nectarine with a light pepper overlay. There's a citrus/tropical fruit interplay on the palate too, evoking grapefruit, lime zest, feijoa, crushed pine buds and hints of papaya seed through the fresh, warming finish. It's a full bodied, vibrant and distinctive gin that when tasted neat, maintains a good balance of juniper against the fruitiness of the grape distillate. Mixing with soda is simple yet effective, although too much dilution tends to over-emphasise the varietal character of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Try loading up a highball glass with ice and a spritz of carbonated water garnished with a lime wedge. For a refreshing alternative, use East Imperial Grapefruit soda. Lovers of G&Ts should enjoy a generous pour over ice, topped off with a premium tonic, a lime wedge and a sprig of rosemary or thyme. 44% Alc./Vol.

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• Suntory Roku Gin (700ml)

  JAPAN

  $74. 99

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  ABV: 43%

  Following Nikka's lead, Suntory has also launched its own gin. Distilled from a neutral grain base, six Japanese botanicals are included - sakura leaf and sakura flower for spring, sencha tea and gyokuro tea for summer, sansho pepper for autumn and yuzu peel for winter. More traditional ingredients are juniper, orange peel, lemon peel, coriander and cinnamon. 43% Alc./Vol.

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  Tanqueray Rangpur Gin (1000ml)

  London, UNITED KINGDOM

  $99. 99

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  ABV: 41.3%

  The Rangpur lime is not like the lime you'll find at your local fruit and veggie market. It's a unique fruit that blends attributes of other citrus - in fact it’s believed that Rangpur limes are crosses between lemons and tangerines. Orange coloured, they have the zestiness of ordinary limes but they're as juicy as an orange and look similar to a mandarin. The Rangpur tree itself is native to India, and can fruit year round for up to 40 years (be on the look out for these at nurseries - they're also said to be make beautiful ornamental trees). Enter the Tanqueray team who in 2006 decided to produce a new styled Gin with the influence of Rangpur limes. Like all of Tanqueray's gins, it includes the standard Tanq botanicals distilled into the spirit rather than infused. This distinction traps the flavours into the gin in a way that allows them to shine through in a more natural, authentic way that’s impossible with infusions. This time round the results are 'lip-smackingly delicious', and if the blogosphere is any indication, Rangpur is up there with some of the most genuinely exciting Gin innovations of all time.

  The gin pours perfectly clear and follows with a sweet and citrusy perfume of lime and mandarine juice combined with mixed peel. This is no London Dry, with the juniper almost totally eclipsed, becoming apparent only with aeration. The soft entry develops into a gently spicy attack; semi sweet, juicy tangerine & lime flavours are followed by a subtle juniper note on the finish that refreshes and relieves the sweetness. Excellent balance, this gets silkier with every sip. It would make for an intriguing martini moreso than G&Ts. We found it calls for some citrus bitters and demands experimentation. On its own remains undeniably exotic and charming. 41.3% Alc./Vol.

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• Tanqueray Gin (700ml)

  London, UNITED KINGDOM

  $62. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  Gin became popular in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, following the increase in duty on French wine and brandy imposed by William III. Until about the beginning of the present century most gin made in England was sweetened, but sweetened gin then became almost wholly displaced in popular favour by dry gin. One of the finest examples of this style is Tanqueray.

  Charles Tanqueray established his distillery in Finsbury, North London where fresh water was then accessible. The year was 1830. Tanqueray was obsessed with producing a premium product, and after some research and success, he gained substantial recognition for his gin. After merging with Gordons in 1898, the U.S. market opened up and Tanqueray was enjoyed by such personalities as Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra and President Kennedy. The distinctive bottle shape has aided its ongoing market success - its design based on 19th century London fire hydrants.

  In the production of Tanqueray, grain spirit at 96% alc/vol is rectified in pot stills with botanical flavourings. Spirit and botanicals are then boiled, with aromas and flavours infusing in spirit vapours then condensing to form gin. Tanqueray use aged botanicals, maturing wild Tuscan juniper berries for two years before use. Coriander, angelica root, cassia bark, cinnamon, liquorice, lemon and orange peel also determine Tanqueray's quintessentially English style.ginspecials2010

  Other reviews... Clear. Mild juniper/herbal nose. Dry, smooth medium-bodied palate, with full juniper character tempered by a great cut of lemon zest and a slightly oily finish. A robust gin with a great appeal as a bold gin & tonic. 40% alc./vol. [As Tanqueuray is drier than most gins, we feel it makes a great Martini.]
  International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal
  93 points (Exceptional) - tastings.com

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• Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla Gin (700ml)

  UNITED KINGDOM

  $76. 99

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  ABV: 41.3%

  A new Tanqueray distilled with Spanish Sevilla orange essences and other botanicals. It was inspired by Charles Tanqueray's original recipes and the ripening oranges growing on the trees in sun-drenched Seville. The result is a blend of the uniquely bittersweet taste of Seville oranges balanced with the complexity of Tanqueray London Dry. Expect a tangy, sweet flavour, with notes of tangerine, juniper and coriander. Try it with tonic and a wedge of orange.

  Other reviews... 4.5 Stars "faintly sweet...reminiscent of dry curacao." - diffordsguide.com

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• Tanqueray No.Ten Gin (700ml)

  UNITED KINGDOM

  $99. 99

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  ABV: 47.3%

  Another entry into the super-premium Gin market seeking to re-define the gin experience. Made from 100% grain neutral spirits, Tanqueray No.Ten is the only Gin in the world produced using hand picked, whole-fruit fresh botanicals. Under the watchful eye of Tanquerays master distiller, a small batch distillation imparts an exquisite depth and character helping to develop the 'heart' of the Gin through redistillation. This is a Gin to create the classic Martini. Alternatively drink straight up, chilled with a twist of lemon.

  Voted Spirit of the year - Wine & Spirits Annual Buying Guide 2000
  Rated 98 points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine 2000
  

  Tasting note: Clear. Bright, deep juniper and citrus aromas. Medium body. Crisp, assertive juniper bite, with a very smooth, oily mouth feel. Tremendous depth of flavor in the complex array of botanicals. Beautifully balanced with a zest of lemon in the long, lingering finish. World class gin, clearly designed for decadently elegant martinis. 47.3% Alc./Vol.
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  Bellarine Distillery Teddy & The Fox Bellarine Gin (700ml)

  Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria, AUSTRALIA

  $92. 99

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  ABV: 42%

  From a craft distillery based on the Bellarine Peninsula named after the founder's dog, Teddy, who enjoys chasing foxes off the property. Key botanicals are juniper, orange, lemon myrtle, coriander, star anise and orris root. Bright citrus aromas over light juniper and complexing dried herbs. Medium-bodied, with lots of ripe lemon (lemonade icy poles / fruit tingle), low-key juniper, coriander and moderate pepper warmth. An easy going citrus-led stye for Summer cocktails. 42% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... On the nose the orange aromas abound with sherberty lemon myrtle in the background. To taste the orange and juniper are at the fore before more citrus zest notes from the coriander and lemon myrtle evolve. There is a good dose of warmth and spice on the lengthy finish. It’s well-balanced, with a great mouthfeel....Lorelle’s uses fractional distillation (all the botanicals are distilled separately before being blended together) and grape based spirit ( Melbourne Gin company also uses this base) which gives a great mouth feel and a super neutral canvas that allows the botanicals to shine.... It works well in a gin and tonic garnished with rosemary – fennel would also work. Try it with soda as this would open out the flavours even more.
  - theginqueen.com

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• That Spirited Lot Island Flower Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

  $94. 99

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  ABV: 43%

  'Island Flower Gin' is inspired by co-founder Kate's travels to Southern Japan & the Okinawa Islands. Its pink tint is achieved by a maceration of hibiscus flowers post-distillation (Hibiscus are a symbol of Okinawa and bloom all year round). One shot pot distilled from Australian grape spirit, the aroma offers base notes of juniper and coriander, accented with the sweetness of dried apples, fig, date, hibiscus flower & highlights of zingy lemon. Try it with a fresh lemon slice or serve neat or with soda. 43% Alc./Vol.

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  That Spirited Lot Hawker Market Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 43%

  Tasting note: [Batch 002] One shot pot distilled. Vaguely herbal, conjuring aromas of pine needles, coriander seed and crushed curry leaves, less the heat. The Asian spice theme continues on the palate with suggestions of Thai green curry backed up by juniper, Vietnamese mint and citrus. Lingering spices through the finish. Try it with ginger ale. 43% Alc./Vol.

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  That Spirited Lot House Pour Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 40%

  Tasting note: [Batch 001] Column distilled from a grape base. Very lifted with peppery warmth, pine shoots, lemon peel and hints of coriander. A soft, well-rounded, citrus-forward style developing creamy juniper towards the finish. Ends gingery, lemony and medium long. Solid mixer with appealing freshness. Obvious match for tonic. 40% Alc./Vol.

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  That Spirited Lot Ninch Dry Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 43%

  Tasting note: [Batch 002 tasted] One shot pot distilled. Dense and creamy opening aromas of dried grass and cheesecake(?) followed by earthy juniper, dried pine needles and lemon peel. Creamy, relaxed mouth feel with juniper in spades, nicely balanced in a sustained, vibrant, tangy finish. Late hints of lemonade gelato through the aftertaste. Recommended with soda, garnished with pink grapefruit. 43% Alc./Vol.

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• The Bitter Truth Spiced Navy Pink Gin (700ml)

  GERMANY

  $89. 99

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  ABV: 40%

  From a company better known for their aromatic bitters... Fittingly, this is a blend of gin with bitters, the latter bestowing a subtle pink blush. The style is a contemporary take on an old Royal Navy sea-fearer's breakfast, consumed as a tonic against scurvy and sea sickness. Bitters was also added to make it more palatable! Made from a pot-distilled base spirit with a proprietary mix of natural herbs and spices including licorice, caraway and fennel, enjoy it on its own, as a Gin & Tonic or in your favourite Martini Cocktail.

  Other reviews... 4.5 stars - www.diffordsguide.com

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  The Botanist Gin (700ml)

  Islay, SCOTLAND

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  ABV: 46%

  The once mothballed Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay is better known for its idiosyncratic and eclectic range of single malts. Now they’re making a gin that’s the talk of the town.

  Mark Reynier, one of the key instigators in this distillery’s recent revival, explains, “Botanist gin came about because we are curious about distilling.  For us it is not a question of merely pushing buttons, we like to test our distilling skills, we are intrigued.  With Trestaraig and X4 we have explored triple and quadruple distillation, so with a Lomond still that we had liberated from Inverleven in 2003, we were wondering how to use it. It was an experimental still, the first of its kind and now the last”.  

  The resulting gin uses nine of the classic gin aromatics – orris root, cassia bark, coriander seed, etc – and augments these with a heady harvest of 22 wild, native island botanicals, hand-picked by Bruichladdich’s expert foraging team from the windswept hills, peat bogs and atlantic shores of this Hebridean island of Islay. These include wild Islay Juniper, Elderflower, Bog Myrtle, Tansy, Hawthorn Flower, Birch Leaves, White Clover, Sweet Cicely and Lady's Bedstraw, amongst others.

  This truly seasonal and exotic cocktail is then slow "simmer" distilled in the lomond pot-still, nicknamed "ugly betty". Head distiller, Jim McEwan explains, “Betty prefers to work at low-pressure and won’t be rushed. So our precious botanicals are slowly and gently coaxed into releasing their complex, signature aromatics. Jim says he had to "learn a new dance" with Betty, and none of us knew what to expect from that first, achingly-slow 17 hour distillation.

  The result: a highly distinctive, complex, floral gin with outstanding finish and impeccable provenance. In an age of re-badged industrial gins, the Botanist stands out as a truly artisanal, small-batch, hand-crafted labour of love and distiller's art. A breath of botanical Islay in every glass.

  Tasting note: [30ml sample] Crystal clear, slightly viscous appearance. Powerful bouquet opens with fresh juniper and thyme followed by orange peel, coriander and pine. Excellent complexity and purity. Medium dry, concentrated profile delivers a creamy-yet-peppery mouthfeel with a nice balance between citrus peel and juniper. Orange peel on the finish leads into a subtle, persistent peppermint / eucalypt aftertaste. Great stuff - and if you're mixing, it lends a lovely creaminess to G&T’s. 46% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... a superbly clean and juniper led gin; while it features "22 native botanicals", The Botanist is distinctly London Dry in style. 5 Stars - diffordsguide.com

  "With all of the botanicals used, it can take a while to move from nosing to tasting as there is a lot to discover. The key things that will stick with you are a fresh, lemony aroma coupled with spring flowers and a touch of mint. As you taste, the gin is clean and not too oily with more of the lemon floral notes sticking out. The juniper certainly falls to a background player here, but this gin, even with the dozens of botanicals used, doesn't get muddied. This is a gin that would work wonders in a sour or Collins preparation." 92 points - distiller.com

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  The Farmer's Wife Autumn Dry Gin (700ml)

  New South Wales, AUSTRALIA

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  Distilled with 13 botanicals, rather than four or five which is more typical, this wonderful new Australian gin includes natives such as lemon and anise myrtle, sage and pepperberry, while the citrus profile is derived from kaffir lime and ruby red grapefruit, which distiller and owner, Kylie Sepos says is a lot softer than using lemon or lime citrus. The signature botanical is native bee sugar bag honey.

  Kylie has developed cocktail recipes for the gin but her personal favourite is the negroni. “It stands up really well with the Campari,” she says “which can be quite overbearing with a lot of gins, so I wanted to make sure my gin had enough botanical presence that it can stand up to that Campari, which I am really happy to say that it does.”

  Tasting note: [Batch 10] Fresh juniper and pepperberry aromas over hints of anise, lemon sorbet, grapefruit and white pepper. Vivacious , full bodied and deliciously textural with a superb medley of herbal / citrus / pepperberry and piney juniper flavours. Ends creamy yet vibrant with lime juice, hints of anise, beeswax and pine buds in a lingering, fresh, tangy aftertaste. Great new gin. 48% Alc./Vol.

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• The Melbourne Gin Company MGC Dry Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 42%

  Launched in July 2013, ''MGC'' doffs its hat to the London Dry style with the two major components being juniper berries and coriander seed. There are 11 botanicals in total with the grapefruit peel and rosemary coming from the garden at Gembrook Hill Vineyard. The other botanicals are macadamia, sandalwood, honey lemon myrtle and organic navel orange, all sourced from Australia. The exotics in the mix are angelica root, orris root and cassia bark.

  Each botanical is distilled separately and then blended to a proprietary recipe – essentially a winemakers approach. They employ a copper pot baine-marie alembic still traditionally used for making perfume. This allows the preservation of the delicate nature of the botanicals.

  The final component is the water used to break the gin back. MGC use Gembrook rainwater which is pure and fresh and allows the botanicals to shine through. At only 60kms from Melbourne this local source contributes to the definition of the unique “Melbourne Dry Gin” style.

  The final product is not chill filtered.

  "We didn’t want to take out the oils that contribute so much to the aromatics and mouth feel of the gin" comments distiller, Adam Marks. "So when the gin is very cold the oils become slightly insoluble and form a light haze. The French use the word louche to describe this. In a different context someone who is louche is of a shady character! Each bottle is numbered to reflect the small batches in which it is made."

  We look forward to tasting this new Aussie gem soon!

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  The Melbourne Gin Company MGC Single Shot Dry Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

  $89. 99

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  ABV: 47.4%

  Made in a single distillation with the botanicals individually distilled then blended together.

  Tasting note: Opening round of sniffing detects scents of woody, piney juniper, citrus peel, light coriander and trace anise combined with menthol freshness. Palate flavours are well integrated in a medium bodied, creamy melting pot of juniper, lemon oregano, thyme and cardamon. Finish sees the oily citrus and pepper notes take charge. Ends lemon lozenge-like, long and perfectly balanced.
  Non chill filtered, so it may louche. 47.4% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Double Gold at the 2018 San Francisco World Spirits Awards
  Gin Master at the 2018 Gin Masters Awards London,
  Gold Medal at the 2018 World Gin Masters – Asia (Hong Kong)

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• Threefold Distilling Mediterranean Gin (500ml)

  South Australia, AUSTRALIA

  $77. 99

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  ABV: 43%

  Drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean way of life, this variant includes thyme, basil, and bay leaf while South Australian olives and capers deliver the luscious mouthfeel and morish salinity to finish. 43% Alc./Vol.

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  Tiny Bear Distillery The Gypsy Gin (700ml)

  Victoria, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 43%

  Tasting note: In the absence of traditional botanicals, this evokes cinnamon, ginger, curry leaf, paprika and, unusually, hints of sun-dried tomatoes(?) A smooth, light bodied ‘spiced’ gin for warming cocktails. 43% Alc./Vol.

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  V2C Dutch Dry Gin (700ml)

  NETHERLANDS

  $110. 00

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  ABV: 41.5%

  At the turn of the millennium four young men became friends during their studies in Maastricht, The Netherlands. The place to be, there and then, was the famous Victor de Stuersstraat 2c. A place for good gin and great times - the spirit of which is continued in their gin. V2C gin begins and ends with its ingredients; namely, with the freshest juniper, angelica, orange, licorice, and laurel, subtly spiced with coriander, cardamom, lemon and ginger for sophistication. 41.5% Alc./Vol.

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  Vickers Gin (700ml)

  Multi District Blend,

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  ABV: 37%

  The English word 'gin' is derived from the French word 'genievre' meaning juniper, the original herb used by the ancient distillers to make their medicines. It must still be the most prominent flavour in gin under EC regulations. London Dry gin is a style of gin and not a geographical description. The term 'dry' is a reference from the old days when the most popular gin was 'Old Tom' which was sweetened with sugar and glycerine. Dry gin was so named to distinguish it from the sweet version.

  Tasting note: Crystal clear. An initial whiff of dried juniper, lemon peel and pine needle is followed by sweet, caramel like scents. Neither fresh nor distinctive as gin should be. Palate is faintly fruity in a blanco tequila kind of way and on the sweeter side with hints of marshmallow and little juniper to speak of. Warm, spicy mouthfeel. Meek citrus and juniper are followed by a peppery, citrus and pine needle aftertaste. With so many wonderful gins now available, it's a wonder why any one would bother with this. 37% Alc./Vol.

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  Wildflower Signature Gin (700ml)

  Queensland, AUSTRALIA

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  ABV: 40%

  A gin infused with subtle flavours from the distillery's own honey supply as their backyard bees visit local flowers. According to the producers, it gives the gin a deliciously sweet and floral aroma that sets it apart. Lifted, juniper and citrus forward aromas exhibit good freshness, following in a light to middle-weight palate; Lemon mousse, white pepper and lemon sorbet flavours continue through to a lemon honey and chamomile tea aftertaste. Soft textured, easy-drinking. 40% Alc./Vol.

  Gold Medal in the Australian Gin Awards (2020, 2022) and the Melbourne Spirits Awards (2022).

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• Umegae Shuzo Yokitsuki Japanese Premium Craft Gin (720ml)

  JAPAN

  $140. 00

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  ABV: 40%

  Around the globe, gin is commonly made from grain based distillates. However, most Japanese gins are based on shochu. Now long-time brewer, Umegae Shuzo in Nagasaki have bought the past to the present with a new sake-based 'Gin-ovation'. Gin was first made in Japan during the Edo Period in Nagasaki for the Dutch traders living on the island of Dejima. Inspired by this history, the idea to produce gin came from the company President, Tetsuya Nagano. Sake develops an off-smell called hineka over time, so Umegae Shuzō distill it within one week of pressing. They produce gin from autumn to winter, which overlaps with the busy sake brewing season, but Nagano insists that the freshness of rice is key to Yokitsuki’s quality. The first impression is citrus, followed by a fruity sweetness, which makes sense, given Yokitsuki is characterized by non-traditional, locally grown botanicals including loquat, strawberry, lemon, mikan, and Umegae’s namesake, plum branch. Sweet and tart with acidity and intensity of flavour from the fruit, the plum branch provides a pleasant woody foundation upon which the fruity botanicals pop out. The presentation is stunning. The inaugural batch from October 2019 quickly sold out, and a second batch of around the same size in January 2020 followed suit. It takes about 2,700 bottles of sake to make 1,000 bottles of gin, so from a business standpoint, the project is expensive, but it's also demonstrated a new potential for Japan's most famous tipple. 40% Alc./Vol.

  
  

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  Bobby's Schiedam Jenever (700ml)

  NETHERLANDS

  $84. 99

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  ABV: 38%

  An expression of Dutch Courage fuelled with Indonesian spirit including a spice-forward combination of ‘Schiedam’ gin botanicals like juniper, fennel seeds, coriander and rose hips combined with traditional Indonesian spices from grandfather Jacobus ‘Bobby’ Alfons’ Pinang Raci recipe. These include lemongrass, cloves, cinnamon, and cubeb peppers. Distilled from a malt base, there are no other additives or extractions. 38% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Clear color. Aromas and flavors of orange oil, sweet barley mash, juniper berries, and anise with a satiny, crisp, dryish medium body and an elegant, medium-length finish with suggestions of orange marmalade, lemon pepper, rosemary, and witch hazel. Toasted bread and herbal spice followed by hints of fruit make for a well balanced Genever that would make a wide variety of cocktails. 87 points - tastings.com

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  1919 Distilling Pineapple Bits Gin (700ml)

  Auckland, NEW ZEALAND

  $79. 99

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  ABV: 41%

  Tasting note: Based on an original 1950s recipe from Oamaru. Fresh-sliced pineapple aromatics follow in a medium sweet entry with a succulent, authentic pineapple and white pepper finish. Not gin-like but a delicious and natural alternative to over-confected liqueurs. 41% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews... Awards - Gold - Juniper Awards

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  1919 Distilling Summer Pink Gin (700ml)

  Auckland, NEW ZEALAND

  $79. 99

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  ABV: 41%

  Tasting note: Distilled with raspberries and locally grown strawberries, this pale pink tinted gin offers medium fresh aromas of lemonade icy pole and spice with an attractive, off-dry, easy-drinking delivery. Ends with juniper, pine buds and a mildly peppery kick. 41% Alc./Vol.

  Other reviews...
  Rated top 13 Gins in the world - Sip Awards USA
  Awards: Alcohol Category winner New Zealand Artisan Awards 2019
  Platinum Award, Sip Awards USA - 2020
  Innovation Award, Sip Awards USA - 2020
  Bronze New Zealand Spirit Awards - 2020
  

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• 5 Nines Grapes of Eden Gin (500ml)

  South Australia, AUSTRALIA

  $69. 99

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  ABV: 31%

  The Grapes of Eden gin has a wonderful long infusion of sweet Traminer grapes harvested by hand from Eden Valley in South Australia. This creates a deliciously sweet complex spirit which is wonderful to enjoy as an aperitif or with a mixer. Those who love "Sloe" gins, should definitely give this a try. 31% Alc./Vol.

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  5 Nines Rare Dry Gin (750ml)

  South Australia, AUSTRALIA

  $84. 99

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  ABV: 40.9%

  David Pearse and Steven Griguol work from the Adelaide Hills with an aim to create the perfect spirit - hence the name "5Nines" = 99.999% perfection. Their gins include a mix of juniper, coriander seed, orange, native desert lime, native pepperberry, cardamom, angelica, cassia and native quandong.

  Tasting note: [Batch 2] Oddly sweet at first (cereals, honey), brief of air contact freshens the nose releasing hints of juniper, pepper, distant peppermint and citrus peel. All very subtle. Mouthfilling, with near zero burn. A nice medley of citrus, coriander and chamomile-like flavours as well as white pepper and juniper. Lovely texture. 40.9% Alc./Vol.

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  5 Nines Wild Citrus Gin (750ml)

  South Australia, AUSTRALIA

  $89. 99

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  ABV: 48%

  Tasting note: [Batch 2] As the label suggests – lots of citrus: Fresh-sliced orange, mandarine peel and ripe grapefruit aromas are backed up by light juniper. In the mouth it's like a gin-based triple sec (less the sugar) with a creamy, tantalizing play of citrus oils, pith and peel. Definitely contemporary, so not for everyone - but very well done. 48% Alc./Vol.

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  5 Nines Sticks & Stones Navy Strength Gin (750ml)

  South Australia, AUSTRALIA

  $99. 99

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  ABV: 54.3%

  Tasting note: [Batch 2] Penetrating piney, earthy aromas also evoke turmeric, cardamom and flashes of vanilla bean. Creamy and full on entry with a citrus / juniper surge then more peppery and delicately bittersweet towards the finish. Trace citrus peel and liquorice root aftertaste. Very textural and moreish. 54.3% Alc./Vol.

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  5th Gin Water Gin (700ml)

  SPAIN

  $69. 99

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  ABV: 42%

  Produced at the Spanish distillery, "Modesta Soler", manufacturers of spirits since 1875, "5th" is a new gin collection that references the elements of air, fire, water and earth.

  With its pale turquoise-blue appearance, "Water" is created using a variety of contemporary distillation techniques to produce a 'floral' style. Rose and violet petals feature as key botanicals. Gentle pepper along with distinct juniper and coriander notes are also evident. 42% Alc./Vol.

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