The gins are distilled at Langley’s Distillery in Hertfordshire, in a 500 litre copper pot still, affectionately named Jenny. Jenny is actually one of the oldest working copper pot stills in the UK. The barrels, which once held fortified red Port wine from Portugal, were refilled with One Gin’s trademark gin, boasting aromas of sage as well as juniper, citrus peel and nutmeg. Can’t find a gin in your favourite flavour? Try making one yourself – it’s easier than you think. You can easily add extra character to normal gin by soaking it for a few days or weeks with your favourite ingredients. The tart fruitiness of the rhubarb is balanced by the heat of real ginger, giving the spirit complexity and body. Just the match for a glass full of ice, a slug of tonic and a garnish of fresh-cut lemon. What do you mix with flavoured gin? Rangpur lime, an Indian fruit that is both zesty and juicy (think of it as a cross between a lemon and a mandarin) is the star. Tanqueray adds this, along with ginger and bay, to its classic gin base for a pour with zingy flair.

What’s more, because there are some classic gin botanicals in there – including angelica, cassia, coriander, liquorice and, of course, juniper – it feels both gin-like and grown-up. There’s no mistaking this for a flavoured vodka, as can happen with some flavoured gins. It is with an appreciation for Arber’s work – her dedication to discovering all the intricacies and wonders of the natural world – that we have produced this gin: a convergence of nine herbs and fruits, distilled together in Langley Distillery’s affectionately named Jenny, one of the oldest working copper gin stills in the United Kingdom It was also a challenge to refine an at-home recipe to something that could be easily produced in large quantities to satisfy both the on-trade and consumer markets. It feels like only yesterday when I took my gin recipe cards to Langley’s Distillery to see if we could make something marvellous of it and here we are today! The biggest challenges we’ve encountered have been launching these gins at a time when the gin wave was in full swing. In a highly saturated market, it was a huge worry for us whether we’d be able to cut through and make some noise when there was already so many superb gins about. Finally, don’t be afraid to experiment. There’s no right or wrong answer when it comes to flavoured gins. Just drink what you like! How long does flavoured gin last once opened?

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This gin is definitely one for a special occasion cheers’ing rather than for downing while watching the footie. But would you expect anything less from a gin that’s been aged in precious Port wine barrels? The table below contains all postcodes on a two day service. Please note all deliveries to Northern Ireland are also on a 3-5 days service. We were looking for a name that reflected the importance of the botanicals which were infused within the gin and so actually created a company-wide competition looking for the best name. One of our colleagues had just been reading about Agnes Arber and her dedication to the study of plant anatomy and botanical history. A few gins, especially those mixed with natural flavourings after distillation can, over long periods of time change colour and flavour in the bottle. This doesn’t mean it’s gone off. Just as wines can develop as they age, so can spirits. In some cases, they can be even more interesting to drink than when first made. How to make flavoured gin

If in doubt, look at the serving suggestions provide by your gin producer – after all, they know their spirit best. Johnny Neill, the founder of Whitley Neill, makes all kinds of flavoured gins. Quince gin. Gooseberry gin. Even parma violet gin. But there’s something especially homely and enticing about this most nostalgic of combos, rhubarb and ginger. A full strength gin offering a rich, tropical experience all-year-round. Featuring Arber’s classic nine botanicals, adding the sweet flavourings of fresh pineapple and a hint of mango, post distillation. Savoury, Earthy Notes of Juniper, Coriander, Pineapple and Angelica in the palate. Ideal mixer with premium tonic water or Mediterranean tonic water. Offshore Island deliveries will take longer than two days including Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Scottish Highlands and Islands and Scilly Isles. Try splashing your citrussy flavoured gins into a Mediterranean-style tonic. These are flavoured with herbs and citrus too, so it’s a no-brainer.

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Flavoured gins, meanwhile, use lots of other quirky botanicals. And these — not the juniper — tend to be the main focus. Some are flavoured with fresh berries, others with ripe pears or tropical pineapple. Some even taste of coffee or tea. Cuppa, anyone? It’s possible to buy DIY gin kits online, but you don’t need one. All that’s required is a sterilised jar, a bottle of quality gin, a strainer, and whatever ‘botanicals’ you want to use, whether fruit, spices or even candy. And, of course, some time. Sample spiced gins with ginger ale for a warming, spicy pour, or floral gins with elderflower for something heady and perfumed.

Good news – there’s no rush to get to the bottom of that bottle. Like other spirits, flavoured gin doesn’t ever really go off. A tropical holiday in a glass. Close your eyes and sniff this gin, and you’ll instantly be transported to a white-sand beach. It smells overwhelmingly of succulent, juicy pineapple and ripe mango. verifyErrors }}{{ message }}{{ /verifyErrors }}{{ A coffee gin? Yep, you read that right. Sipsmith, the quirky London distillers, are always brewing up something new and interesting, and that includes this ‘sipping gin’ made with coffee. Just like regular gin, flavoured gin is distilled with loads of botanicals to give it amazing aroma and taste. And just like regular gin, it always has juniper in it. That’s because without juniper, it can’t be called gin.

Our original Premium Gin is made with the same traditional method of gin distilling that was used in Agnes Arber’s day. It is a convergence of nine studiously sourced botanicals and clean, pure alcohol. A solid and heady scent of juniper followed by sweet lemon tones, Arber Premium delivers the expected juniper flavour harmoniously balanced with a soft blend of orange and lemon and a hint of liquorice sweetness to finish. The nine botanicals included in our Arber Premium gin include angelica, cassia, coriander, grapefruit, iris, juniper, lemon, liquorice and orange. The gin smells and tastes exactly like what you’d imagine. It’s even got a touch of sweetness, which brings to mind those home-baked crumbles and cakes you’d have when going round to nan’s. Classic Indian tonic, flavoured with quinine – the bark of the cinchona tree – is always a safe bet, as it will match the juniper in the gin. But depending on the particular taste profile of your chosen gin, there may be even better pairings. Saying that, Sipsmith Sipspresso has one other obvious application: it’s great in an espresso martini. Or give it a go in a regular dry martini, with just a twist of orange peel rather than the usual lemon.