Gin
A quintessential refresher with tonic and also the base of a huge number of cocktails, the popularity of this remarkably versatile spirit continues to grow. A predominant aroma and flavour of juniper is key to gin, the rest of the ingredients and the methods of production aren't regulated. Which is where things get really interesting... Nicks Wine Merchants is the place in Australia to buy gin online. We import many lines directly and stock everything from the latest trending classifications to the finest Australian Gins. Undeniably the largest selection of Gin in Australia. Click here to learn more about Gin or subscribe to our Spirits and Liqueurs Email Newsletter to keep up to date with new arrivals, tastings, special offers and more.-
$69.99 Bottle$839.88 Dozen- ABV 40%
Tasting note: [Batch 5] Clear. Juniper and lemon mingle with interesting suggestions of cut grass, semi ripe blackberry, orris root and herbal tea–like notes. A medium-fresh style including flavours of juniper, dried grass and citrus cough lozenge, finishing well-rounded, zesty, gently warming with hints of cool mint, ginger, herbal tea and straw. 40% Alc./Vol. -
$79.99 Bottle$959.88 Dozen- ABV 40%
Tasting note: [Batch 3] Matured in a Sherry barrel. Brilliant gold. Similar to the standard gin, only softer and more sedate on the nose, accenting lemon cheese cake, pine buds and a touch of menthol. The barrel character adds a delicate sweetness to the flavours of lemon cough lozenge and muted juniper. While the spices are toned down, it retains nice vibrancy and length. 40% Alc./Vol. -
$79.99 Bottle$959.88 Dozen- ABV 40%
With a label inspired by a love of art house cinema, this deep orange coloured gin is produced from a South Melbourne cellar using a modified copper pot still with a ‘bubble T’ column. Aside from its distinctive hue, the gin is described as "delicate, yet packing a punch" with botanicals such as Albanian juniper berries, blood orange peel, fresh navel oranges, dried orange peel, roasted fenugreek, coriander seeds, cardamom seeds, wormwood and angelica root combining for a complex, bitter-sweet flavour sensation. 40% Alc./Vol. -
$74.99 Bottle$899.88 Dozen- ABV 41.5%
A vision for a new gin distillery in Brunswick began to take shape after "a few too many negronis at a local bar". As disciples of the craft movement, proprietors, Dave Irwin and Matt Argus wanted to keep it small scale and local. They waited three years for their custom made, 230 litre Muller copper still to arrive from Germany. It uses a new technology which increases copper contact with the spirit to produce a more pure and aromatic distillate. The team also sought advice from Master Distiller, Anders Bilgram from Nordisk Branderi distillery in Denmark. "We knew we were getting closer to our final recipe, and that we were onto something, when Anders started requesting larger samples to be sent across the other side of the world." The first batch of Patient Wolf sold out in a matter of days via a crowd-funding website. A small volume from the second run is now being released to the retail market. Most botanicals are steeped overnight, including juniper, coriander seeds, cubeb pepper, orris root and tonka beans (native to South America). Ruby grapefruit and aniseed myrtle are infused in a botanical basket. Tasting note: [Batch 2 tasted] Flawless clarity. A strong nose that presents orris and liquorice root over hints of black pepper in the initial pass. Exposure accents coriander, citrus zest and juniper and ups the freshness. A silky entry leads into a viscous, pure, gently warming profile with creamy orris root, sage and coriander followed by a burst of piney juniper to finish. Subtle aftertaste of aniseed and white pepper. A lively, interesting and cleverly composed contemporary gin. 41.5% Alc./Vol. -
$89.99 Bottle$1,079.88 Dozen- ABV 41.5%
Tasting note: [Batch 001] Aromas of crushed thyme, lemon oregano, fresh juniper and white pepper with air contact adding a touch of home-made lemonade. Creamy yet fresh flavours of lemon gelato, thyme and background juniper. Ends tingling, vibrant, warming, peppery including citrus zest and juniper through the aftertaste. A fresh, herbaceous style that should mix well. 41.5% Alc./Vol. -
$94.99 Bottle$1,139.88 Dozen- ABV 40%
An unfiltered gin capturing the warmth of macerated ginger root, smashed nutmeg, cinnamon and tonka beans. Tasting note: Cloudy, dull gold. Pure, well defined aromas evoking ginger bread / ginger snaps / baking spices. Light to medium bodied with the fresh botanicals nicely balanced; the gingery notes adding warming momentum to the finish. 40% Alc./Vol. -
$94.99 Bottle$1,139.88 Dozen- ABV 45%
Sweetness, citrus & spice combine in a gin that highlights botanicals such as native myrtle, wildflowers & fennel with the addition of locally sourced cream prior to distillation. Tasting note: Lemon thyme / lemon myrtle accented bouquet, follows in a sleek, softly spoken gin with flavours of citrus cough lozenge, light piney freshness and liquorice root through the finish. Medium long. 45% Alc./Vol. -
$125.00 Bottle$1,500.00 Dozen- ABV 57%
A well-rounded, savoury recipe, this gin summons the best spices first discovered on the infamous Silk Road, with a little extra kick in the ABV. Tasting note: Dense juniper focus to the nose, mingling with cardamom, peppercorn, evolving liquorice root, coriander and lemon peel. Expansive. The juniper comes laced with Indian spices, accentuating through the finish. Ends liquoricey, menthol-fresh, delicately piney, peppery, long. 57% Alc./Vol. -
$79.99 Bottle$959.88 Dozen- ABV 42%
The Craft & Co operates as a craft brewery, distillery and winery across two sites in Melbourne: Smith Street Collingwood houses the brewery and distillery operations as well as micro-dairy, cellar door, eatery, cafe & bar. The sister site in Bangholme is a working winery and 40 acre vineyard that also manages a botanicals garden for the distillery and kitchen. Their Collingwood Dry Gin offers a balance of fragrant native botanicals, traditional gin spices and plenty of juniper. It's intended as a go-to gin for all occasions. 42% Alc./Vol. -
$30.00 Bottle$360.00 DozenAttention all Gin Fiends and Jitterbugs!
Nicks Wine Merchants and four Aussie Distilleries (McHenry & Sons, Botanic Astralis, Stone Pine, and red hot new producer; 78 Degrees) are busting out the bathtub and the tonic.
Join us at the Rendezvous Hotel for a Gin infused Sunday session. Tickes are extremely limited. Attendees will have an opportunity to receive 10% off purchases on the day.
Key Details:
Date: Sunday 28th June
Time: 2-4pm
Location:
Rendezvous hotel
328 Flinders Street
Melbourne CBD, 3000
* IMPORTANT: When placing your order, please ensure store pick-up is selected to avoid freight charges.
* Please note; no food will be served during the tasting, so we recommend you grab a bite beforehand.
* Please print and present a copy of your invoice as proof of purchase and entry.