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Four waves: citrus, cardamom, cinnamon, and the piquancy of horopito.
On the nosing you are blinded by a flash-bang of orange, cardamon and a hint of cordite. When tasting, the gin bursts through your trap peppering you with sustained, accurate heat that gives way to a body of cardamom and cinnamon. The finish has a zesty orange citrus.
Whistlebird Gin has been developed by two blokes with a garage, lab grade equipment, artificial intelligence and napkin math.
With their own unique and efficient method of distillation, the breaking down of botanical matter has become many times more efficient and less wasteful than traditional methods.
The botanical mass bathes in a bath of sound (the bird bath) engulfed by low frequency wave lengths which sound like a high pitched whistle.
Maceration occurs when these sound waves uniformly break down our formula through vibration which ultimately saturates our blend with a Scream and a Whistle!
Along with the trademark distillation process this allows for a very fast, controlled, and efficient maceration and distillation.
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Hastings Distillers was formed in 2019 by Kate Galloway and David Ramonteu, an inspiring couple with a background in winemaking and an artistic philosophy of production. Their award winning spirits are inspired as much by artists such as Tolstoy, Steiner and Tuwhare as by their scientific backgrounds in winemaking. The pair created the wine brands Alluviale and DaDa in a prior lifetime, before travelling through Europe and decided to marry distillation with therapeutic herbs. The result is a range of spirits using foraged, organic and biodynamic botanicals, pure organic spirit and water. Learn more about their story, taste the products and take some home from a visit.
Biogro Certified
Hastings Distillers commitment to organics is shown in their Biogro certification, ensuring all aspects of their production (botanicals, alcohol, water, packaging) has been checked, audited and certified by New Zealand’s largest certification agency.
Packaging
The transparent seal on their bottles is made from environmentally friendly, compostable cellulose. The bottles themselves and label paper are made by long established European manufacturers under EU environmental regulations.
London Dry
Historically, the term London Dry relates to the production methods. This dictates that the Gin must be made from pure 96% ABV neutral spirit of agricultural origin, all botanical flavour must be imparted through distillation and nothing can be added after, the Gin must be dry. While their Gins adhere to the law governing this term, they are a modern, unconventional interpretation of the classical style.
Tasting note: A bold and aromatic Gin containing 10 Organic botanicals, of which 9 are from Hawke’s Bay. Batch distilled in our 150L Arnold Holstein still and cut to strength with Kaweka spring water. Top notes of citrus and juniper. Angelica root and Kaffir lime bring floral hints and complex herbal notes.
Serving note: Perfect for a fresh Gin and tonic or a smooth addition to any Martini or cocktail.
All Hastings Distillers products are certified organic with BioGro New Zealand.
Founded in 2006, Aviation gin takes its name from the Aviation cocktail, which was created in the 1900s. The gin takes a Dutch style rye spirit base combined with with juniper, lavender, anise, sarsaparilla, orange peel and cardamom, and the botanicals are steeped in grain spirit for 48 hours before they are redistilled. A pretty intriguing tipple, with a very handsome Gatsby-esque bottle. A fabulous gin to go its eponymous cocktail, though we wouldn't suggest you wing it. (Geddit?) Crisp notes of juniper on the nose alongside delicate floral sweetness, parma violets, a touch of citrus peel and some green vegetal notes in there too, with a pinch of spice. Wonderfully spicy notes on the palate, more prominent than on the nose, cardamom shining through and a scattering of cinnamon, with floral notes continuing. Spices linger though the finish, along with the return of citrus peel. 700mL 47%ABV
Tanqueray Flor de Sevilla gin is a unique distilled Gin made with the natural flavours of Seville oranges and orange blossom; other natural flavouring, colours and other fine botanicals. Inspired by Charles Tanqueray's original recipes, the secret of this spirits lies in the uniquely bittersweet and zesty taste of Seville oranges balanced with the complexity of a Tanqueray London Dry Gin.
Southward Distilling Co. - There is a place where adventure starts. This wild place is the inspiration for our distillery. Made up of garden grown, wild and traditional botanicals. We are a modern take on distilling inspired by the wild beauty of New Zealand.
Taking it’s inspiration from the ocean, our Wave gin is our take on a more classic style of gin. We wanted to balance our bold Mountain gin with something that gives a nod to what you may be familiar with in a Gin.
At a slightly higher proof of 47% to still maintain a boldness in cocktails, we use sugar kelp to give this gin a touch of sweetness, while being balanced with rose, subtle citrus and liquorice root. The Wave is versatile gin for all your cocktails and great for classic gin lovers.
Made in Wellington, New Zealand.
Southward Distilling Co. There is a place where adventure starts. This wild place is the inspiration for our distillery. Made up of garden grown, wild and traditional botanicals. We are a modern take on distilling inspired by the wild beauty of New Zealand.
This gift pack contains:
1 x Mountain Gin 200ml 42%
1 x Wave Gin 200ml 47%
1 x New Zealand Blood Orange 41%
Made in Wellington, New Zealand.
Need a gin that's perfect for Bramble cocktails? Bombay Sapphire has just the thing - Bombay Bramble Gin! Made with an infusion of blackberry and raspberry, this ought to be stunning in the eponymous (and aforementioned) cocktail, and should do admirably is all sorts of summery serves.
Tasting Notes: Rounded fresh fruit sweetness, balanced by a helping of peppery, woody juniper, plus a hint of citrus cutting through.
Hendrick’s Amazonia Gin, a Duty Free retail exclusive, was inspired by head distiller Lesley Gracie’s visit to South America in 2013. It was here she met not only Mr Charles Brewer-Carías, one of the world’s most respected explorers, she was also introduced to a host of fascinating flora and fauna. Based on the classic Hendrick’s Gin recipe, which includes cucumber and rose, this expression also uses flora from the Amazon to create a gin that’s tropical and bright with a carefully balanced blend of fruit and floral whist retaining notes of the classic Hendrick’s Gin profile. Exploring the Amazon rainforest and jungles of Venezuela, the experience left a lasting impression that inspires Lesley to this day. For every bottle sold, One Tree Planted, a non-profit organisation, will plant tree in the Amazon.
43.3% ABV
All the way from Japan's Hokkaido island comes Etsu Gin! Etsu Ocean, is a limited edition distilled with water drawn from the depths of the Pacific Ocean. It results in a delicate iodine taste which comes to highlight yuzu notes and fresh citrus fruit. This fantastically floral expression features a selection of botanical from Japan, including tea leaves and yuzu. Rather excellent in a G&T, but can also be simply sipped over ice with a sprig of mint if you're a particularly big fan of floral gins.
Tasting Notes
COLOUR : Clear.
NOSE : Floral & vegetal, notes of citrus fruits with yuzu persistent.
PALATE : Fresh and well-balanced, peppers with hints of green teas and berries.
FINISH : Sansho pepper ending on yuzu aromas.
This gorgeous London Dry style gin incorporates 12 seasonal and NZ sourced botanicals behind wild North Macedonian juniper.
Proudly cloudy due to the high ratio of aromatic oil and bottled at a bold 48% vol.
A stunning balance between floral, spice, citrus and juniper.
Hand batch numbered, limited volume.
Crafted by Japanese artisans, Roku is a multi-layered, perfectly balanced Gin combining both traditional and 6 uniquely Japanese Botanicals.
Sakura Flower, Yuzu Peel, Sencha tea, Sansho pepper, Sakura leaf & Gyokuro tea
43% ABV.
The recipe for the Filliers Dry Gin 28 was created in 1928 when Firmin Filliers ran the company. The master distillers refined this secret family recipe in 2012 without compromising the character and origins of this gin. The authentic production process, based on 28 different spice and fresh fruit distillates, still guarantees a premium gin of high quality today.
As the name suggests, this Tribute Gin is an homage to the Filliers family. The original recipe dates back to 1928, when third generation Firmin Filliers ran the company and developed the recipe.
The rich history of this gin is reflected not only in the flavour of the original recipe but also in the form of the original bottle.
At the time, Firmin could obtain the iconic pharmacy bottle through his cousin, a pharmacist in Antwerp, in order to bottle his product. It was an emergency solution at the time because glass was very expensive. A visionary move that still charatarises the Filliers Dry Gin 28 to this day.