The distillery did not simply bottle a higher-proof version of the successful Small Batch Gin; they started from scratch and released this one in 2012. The extra juniper and a switch to bergamot for the citrus notes created an entirely new gin that is very fascinating. Booth's London Dry can be found in most markets and is a surprisingly nice gin. It has the characteristics often found in this price range: full juniper in the front followed by coriander, lemon peel, and other spices. It's bottled at 90-proof, which means those flavors are bigger and bolder, though not quite as brash as navy-strength gin. Recently launched by Cornish distillers G&Tea, The Great Earl Gin is a beautifully balanced gin, headlining their unique range of handcrafted Plough-to-Bottle gins. In recent years, gin has become the UK’s most popular spirit – with over 83 million bottles of it sold in the UK last year. This has been largely due to the increase of independent, small-scale artisan distillers, producing true craft gins with unique and exciting flavours. Bloom Gin offers an unexpected, floral twist from one of the world's oldest gin distilleries. It has been described as a "gateway gin," a "gin for women," and an "unexpected gin." All of these only begin to describe the wonders held inside this bottle. No matter your personal gin preference, it's one you will want to try.

How do you use gin at your home bar? If you like gin and tonic, or you're a gin highball drinker, you may have preferences and want the flavor of the gin—whether it's heavy on the juniper or presents citrus notes, too—to be pronounced enough to come through. Gins that are flavored are sweeter and can be used in creative ways that will differentiate them from, say, a standard London dry gin. Each gin we have selected offers a unique flavour, with the emphasis being on the use of locally sourced and foraged botanicals. Botanivore (45 percent ABV, 90 proof) is a flavor extravaganzaand unlike any other gin on the market. It is everything that is fascinating about gin rolled into a single glass: herbaceous, earthy, bright citrus, soft florals, noteworthy spices, and so much more.

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There are four main styles of gin. London dry gin is very dry with a strong juniper taste. Plymouth Gin is fruity and aromatic, Old Tom gin is sweeter and smoother than London dry gin. New Western, also called new American gin, new world gin, or international gin, is a gin where the juniper taste is less prominent and calls for an expanded cast of botanicals to make the blend. Genever, a Dutch variation that is the origin of all other gins, is sweet when aged and drier and lighter when young. Serving Recommendation: Serve over ice cubes with a premium tonic, garnished with orange wedge and cinnamon.

The Botanist is a perfectly balanced marriage of every botanical it uses. There is a refreshing hint of apple mint mixed with juniper, then waves of citrus and spice. You will experience both coolness and warmth and, as the distillery's tasting notes say, "a starburst of flavours as they explode across the palate." Serving Recommendation: Serve over ice with Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic, garnished with a twist of lime and a bramble.The distillery is a newcomer to the liquor scene and began operations in 2008 as "Brittain's First and Only Single-Estate Distillery." With the same base as their award-winning vodkas and carefully selected botanicals, a new line of gin was born and it now includes five very impressive spirits. This bright gin features sweet blood oranges from Spain, lemon myrtle from Australia, and immortal flowers from France. They're brilliant companions for the juniper and definitely give the gin that summer feel. So, without further ado, we present to you – our Top 10 British Small-Batch Craft Gins. 1. Crofter’s Tears Highland Gin The "GB" stands for Great Brittain and this is an extra dry gin that is bold, warm, and filled with wonderful flavors. It's as traditional as Willams Chase gets with the spirit and will impress any gin lover's palate. Say chin chin with our fabulous collection of gin. If you love a classic G&T, get your hands on your favourite gin brand, and don't forget the tonic water. And of course, grab some limes too. If you don't have a favourite brand, try a variety before making your mind up. Our gin miniatures are great way to sample our range of brands and flavours. You’ll also find the right gin glass from our glassware collection.

Each bottle of Small Gin comes with a specially designed 5ml measuring thimble making it easy to mix a perfect Small Gin and Tonic every time. It’s very different from your standard London Dry Gin—made with juniper, citrus, and coriander, it’s less dry and boasts a subtle sweetness. An abundance of different roots added to the blend of botanical also makes it more earthy and round than your standard gin.These are blended together with a selection of other botanicals including juniper, cubeb, cassia bark, coriander, cardamom, orange peel, orris root and lime peel creating a traditional gin that evokes the spirits of the Highlands. Crofter’s Tears offers a well-balanced flavour profile combining floral and herbal notes with hints of sweet citrus. thimbleful) Small Gin, Top with 100ml low calorie tonic, Garnish with lemon peel or squeeze of lime. Gin has a pine taste from the juniper berries, which are its signature ingredient. However, the prominence of the pine taste varies depending on the style of gin and the botanicals that are added during distillation. Fruity, aromatic gins are smoother and sweeter than a classic dry gin.