"The herbal gin that stands head and shoulders above all others in that flavour zone. The fragrant rosemary, herbaceous basil and of course black olives are so clear yet it's the juniper that they all lead towards. One of gin's must try offerings."
"Here's some trivia for you; The name ‘Shortcross Gin’ originates from the Distillery’s local village, Crossgar. In Gaelic or Irish, Crossgar means the ‘Short Cross’. Here's a fact; The gin is fantastic, probably the best made in Ireland."
"One of only a couple of gins you can rely on when recomending a product for those just getting into the category. Soft, easily accessible flavours and beautifully packaged, Silent Pool is the perfect introduction to what gin can be."
"Monkey 47 has transcended the category to become a cult spirit brand. While it’s well known, it is because it’s a formidable package that it’s become a global name; intricate small bottles, a whiff of crazy and a whole lot of tasty - a must try Gin."
"The characteristic Nordés white bottle was inspired by the traditional ceramics of Sargadelos, produced in Galicia by artisans. When in season, try it with stone fruit as a garnish in a G&T - a total game changer."
"‘Rosé Sainte Marie’ has fragrant notes of fresh lemon peel up front, followed by Provence herbs and ripe strawberries. Lavender and lemon verbena add depth, while white pepper add subtle finesse on a fruity finish. A fantastic flavour journey."
"Tactile bottles with embossing and wax, straight up delivery of tasty classic gin flavours and a young dynamic team who live the dream by creating spirits with real character - know that with each bottle you are supporting true Craft Distilling."
"Pink pepper, juniper and lime - a trio that resonate in this gin. Fantastic taste aside, this is one of those bottles that forces a little gasp when you hold it. So tactile and beautiful - a perfect gift."
"A juniper fanfare and one of the gins that gin lovers gravitate to for good reason - it's smooth, it's savoury, verdant and fresh as a profile. The juniper is really complex and quite frankly, overall it's delicious."
"The gin is lovely, the packaging is beautifully tactile and the combination is somehow greater than the sum of its parts. Salcombe Dry Gin is an ideal gift idea as the impact is quite spectacular, with the liquid really backing it up."
"Classically styled but with a distinct character, the foraged botanicals add a unique dimension to the gin. Their B Corp status also helps mean that each time you buy a bottle you are supporting others committed to creating a positive impact."
"Lovely soft floral elderflower greets the nose, joined by a clear lemony zing once you take a sip. Elderflower takes centre stage with a dusting of sugared spice on the finish. Brilliant for those who love a dose of elderflower sweetness."
"Woody and gourmand on the nose, a rich, honeyed explosion to taste, followed by a brilliant trio of pink peppercorns, tonka bean and honey on the finish. Soft and lingering long after the sip."
"One of the great British Gins, Cotswolds is as bucolic a flavour journey as walking through the surrounds of the region. So bright and oily are the flavours in the bottle, it louches once mixed with tonic making a 'cloudy G&T' as it's known."
"A whiff of custard cream sweets and a juicy twang of raspberry - a fun and bright offering from the Tarquin's team. For those looking for an alternate serve, try ginger ale, which matches the rhubarb beautifully."
"Green apples, gooseberry and cut grass are really fresh on the nose. If you like New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, you'll be able to pick it out with clarity here."
"The Navy Gin the coined the term "Navy" for overproof offerings in the category. Regular Plymouth fans will still find the hallmarks of what they love, but the key differentiator is just how well this works in bolder cocktails like the Negroni."
"It’s hard to overstate the place Seadog commands in the gin hall of fame, it’s up there with the all-time greats and it’s a standard-barer to benchmark all of the others against. A perfect gift for the juniper freaks and super connoisseurs."
"No citrus is used in this gin, allowing the herbal nature of juniper and manuka leaf (similar to tea tree oil) to sway the gin into a savoury direction."
