In a world where gin is often overlooked and misunderstood, there is a new wave of unique gins emerging that celebrate provenance and innovation. These gins are not only crafted with care and attention to detail, but they also use endemic ingredients that reflect the countries in which they are made. One such example is Las Californias Gin, a range of gins that tell the story of Alta California and Baja California through botanicals sourced from the United States and Mexico. This trend towards gins of provenance is something to be celebrated, as it brings a new level of authenticity and storytelling to the world of spirits.
Stray Dog Wild Gin is one of the world’s first Greek gins, created by founders Johnny Livanos and Adriana Soley Livanos. This savory and smooth spirit is flavored with wild foraged mountain sage, bay leaf, rosemary, and other botanicals that reflect the Mediterranean cuisine of Greece. What sets this gin apart is not just its unique flavor profile, but also its commitment to animal welfare. A portion of the sales of Stray Dog Wild Gin is donated to Save a Greek Stray, an animal shelter in Greece. This combination of quality ingredients and social responsibility makes Stray Dog Wild Gin a standout in the world of gin.
Mr. Pickles Pacific Northwest Gin is a premium gin created by the Wolf Spirit distillery in Oregon. Named after master distiller Ben Green’s rescue pup, Mr. Pickles is a reflection of his kind and friendly personality. Using 100% white winter wheat sourced locally, this gin is triple distilled and infused with botanicals like sencha green tea and pink peppercorns. What sets Mr. Pickles apart is not just its flavor profile, but also its commitment to community and companionship. This gin is best enjoyed neat or in a dry Martini, and it is a testament to the love and care that goes into creating each bottle.
Gracias a Dios is a Mexican-owned company based in Oaxaca, Mexico that produces handmade, ultra-premium quality mezcal and agave gin. Their agave gin is made from espadin agaves and infused with local ingredients like juniper, orange peel, cacao, and coffee toasted seeds. What makes Gracias a Dios stand out is not just the quality of their products, but also their commitment to sustainability and fair labor practices. By employing eco-friendly practices and offering fair wages to local employees, Gracias a Dios is setting a new standard for ethical distilling in Mexico.
Lighthouse Gin is a New World gin crafted by Rachel Hall, New Zealand’s first female head distiller. Made from high-quality Australian grain and pure spring water, this gin features hand-zested Yen Ben Lemons as its star botanical. What sets Lighthouse Gin apart is not just its unique flavor profile, but also its dedication to quality and tradition. Hall personally collects the spring water for each batch of gin, emphasizing the personal touch that goes into every bottle. This attention to detail and commitment to quality make Lighthouse Gin a standout in the world of gin.
Revivalist Garden Gin is a new, sustainably produced spirit designed by gin connoisseur Brendan Bartley. This gin is infused with unique botanicals and crafted using sustainable distilling methods. What sets Revivalist apart is its commitment to using locally grown botanicals with ethnobotanical roots, bringing a new level of authenticity and tradition to the world of gin. Perfect for summer sipping, Revivalist Garden Gin is a testament to the power of sustainable distilling and botanical craftsmanship.
The rise of provenance gins is a trend worth celebrating in the world of spirits. These gins not only showcase the unique flavors and ingredients of their respective regions, but they also represent a commitment to quality, tradition, and innovation. Whether it’s the savory flavors of Greece, the ethical practices of Mexico, or the traditional craftsmanship of New Zealand, each of these gins tells a story that is as rich and complex as the spirits themselves. Cheers to the rise of provenance gins and the new wave of authenticity and innovation in the world of gin!
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