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Based in leafy Chiswick, Sipsmith are the first new copper distillery to open in London for nearly 200 years. Their aim is to make a fine, traditional gin with an invigorating lift. And they've certainly succeeded here. Enjoy in this 20ml size.
Tasting notes
Juniper, lemon tart, marmalade, spice on the finish
Aroma
Spring flowers, fresh citrus, summer meadows, juniper
Of the 10 botanicals used to create this amazing gin, it is coriander and angelica that give the authentic ‘London’ flavour. From around the globe, the rest are: Macedonian juniper berries, Chinese cassia bark, Italian orris root, Madagascan cinnamon bark, Spanish ground almond, liquorice root, lemon peel and orange peel. Each carefully selected botanical plays its part in making a completely distinctive drink. Jared Brown is the wizard behind the blend. He teamed up with Sam Galsworthy and Fairfax Hall in 2009 to create Sipsmith, pledging always to use the traditional ‘one-shot’ method – that is gin is bottled straight from the still, mixed with water to the correct bottling strength. Serve this fine gin with a lime slice, ice and tonic!