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Bold Berries Sloe gin is a fruit lover’s dream—think of it as berry pie in a bottle, with all the tart sweetness of fresh fruit filling captured in a perfectly balanced spirit. This ruby-red liqueur is made by infusing gin with sloe berries, the small, tart fruit of the blackthorn bush. Historically, it was crafted by hand, allowing the sloes to steep in gin for months, creating a natural infusion. Hayman’s Sloe Gin is one of the best-known expressions, celebrated for its balanced flavour that highlights the deep, fruity notes of the sloes while maintaining the gin’s botanical backbone. If you like fruity flavours but desire a lighter touch than a liqueur, Gordon’s Pink Gin delivers a subtle burst of berries without the sweetness. Inspired by a classic Gordon’s recipe from the 1880s, Gordon’s Pink Gin perfectly combines the crisp, refreshing taste of Gordon’s with the natural sweetness of strawberries and raspberries, complemented by the tang of redcurrants. Garden in a Glass For those who appreciate delicate floral notes and aromatic spirits that evoke a blooming garden, spring is the season to explore fresh, modern, “garden in a glass” gins. Created at Victoria Distillers, a local craft distillery, Empress 1908 Gin has captured global attention with its iconic indigo hue and bold botanical blend. The Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin offers a more delicate, floral interpretation that beautifully complements the signature botanicals of the original. It’s the perfect choice for those seeking a refreshing, sophisticated spirit. Similarly, Hendrick’s Gin may be celebrated for its original expression, which expertly blends cucumber and rose to create a distinct, refreshing taste. However, with the release of Hendrick’s Flora Adora, the brand builds on this foundation with garden flowers like honeysuckle, lavender and rose. While the gin may not wear a pink hue, its delicate label and enchanting taste evoke the spirit of a blooming garden in full blush.
Recommended Cocktail Pairings Sloe gin and berry-forward gins are the ideal base for a Bramble or a Clover Club cocktail if you’re wanting layers on layers of berries, packing a (fruit) punch for your palate.
Hayman’s Sloe Gin United Kingdom $42.99 452391 700 ml Gordon’s Premium Pink Gin Canada $24.99 194305
Recommended Cocktail Pairings Delicate, floral gins are ideal for classic cocktails like the Martinez or French 75. The maraschino liqueur in a Martinez enhances the gin’s floral undertones, while introducing a sparkling rosé wine for your French 75 complements the gin’s floral character and adds a touch of elegance.
Victoria Distillers Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose Gin BC Spirit $54.99 325866 Hendrick’s Flora Adora Gin United Kingdom $59.99 435011
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