Wessex Distillery London Dry Gin, 41.3% ABV, 70cl

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In this oft-overlooked historical era, folk wisdom and fervent religion made sense of the chaos and pain of a war-torn world. It was a time of hopes and prayers, spells and enchantments, potions and alchemy, where the bounty of England’s forests and fields could mean the difference between life and death – and the Anglo-Saxons documented all their hard-earned herbal remedies in an ancient text called the Herbarium. Or, try a negroni, equal measures of Alfred the Great gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. Finally, top with a twist of orange. Priding itself on using premium, locally sourced ingredients and distilling in its copper distillery, Wessex is where traditional methods meet contemporary, innovative flavours. Whether adhering to classic gin profiles or venturing into experimental territories, the distillery seeks to satiate the palates of both traditional gin lovers and adventurous spirits alike. Their efforts have not gone unnoticed, as evidenced by the array of awards bestowed upon their gins, further solidifying their place amongst the upper echelons of English gin producers.

They use a huge amount of sloe berries sourced from the English countryside. These berries are steeped with natural sugar allowing them to realise all their rich juices into our bespoke crafted Gin. Perfect as a double measure in an iced-filled Wessex chalice , our premium gin can be paired with light tonic water and garnished with a twist of orange.What I’m saying is: come those new Dark Ages, we’ll need a leader to bring together the warring tribes. To begin the slow, painful process of reunification. On the strength of this gin, I have to say, I’d trust the people at Wessex Distillery to to a better job of that than our current representatives in Westminster. Often overlooked in favour of the dramatic Tudors, the controversial Victorians and the allure of the Swinging Sixties, the Anglo-Saxon era was one of the most important in English history – though, in fact, it was before there was even an England at all! The Wessex logo features a Wyvern which is the symbol of Wessex and it wraps around the iconic Wessex Gin goblet . This gives a true feeling of heritage.The unique bottle shape is expertly made, taking inspiration from ancient potion bottles with cork stoppers and jewelled colours.

Since gin was created in London in the 17th century, gin lovers have been striving to create the best English gin. We aim to honour traditional British gin, while also creating modern, innovative gin recipes for all to enjoy. Our Mission Statement: With City of London Distillery, we very much enjoyed the benefits of being connected to a geographical location,” Jonathan says. “When we were thinking about this new distillery, we wanted the same connection.” To taste, the sweet and zingy gooseberry is perfectly matched with the fragrant elderflower. Complimentary citrus and earthy botanicals excite adding depth and warmth to the gin. Resulting in a perfect bittersweet drink. English Sloe GinTasting Notes: This summer-inspired gin has a floral tone that creates a striking depth of flavour. This is lightened with the refreshing citrus finish from the London dry botanicals. Chris is very engaging and enthusiastic about all things gin and is caring about ensuring you end up with a gin that suits what you look for in a glass. We wanted to create a well-balanced, smooth, traditional craft gin. Our no-fuss approach highlights the pure quality of our distillation method and allows the juniper flavour to be the focus. Based in the Wessex countryside, our family-run local distillery strives to create heavenly, premium gin. The Anglo Saxon Chronicle is silent as to Alf’s alcoholic preferences, but we can be pretty sure he didn’t drink gin, since it didn’t exist. He did, however, foster scholarship, personally translate religious texts, and implement an organised network of fortifications for the repelling of invading Danes. Which is almost as worthwhile as drinking gin. The makers of Wessex Gin tie their booze into the legendary king by incorporating botanicals such as coriander (which ‘represents his appreciation of the importance of learning and scholarship’). Hmm. Wessex Gin is a multi-award-winning craft distillery based in the heart of the Surrey Hills. A former holder of the prestigious Gin of the Month title at Craft Gin Club, the distillery was named UK Gin Producer of the Year 2022 by the IWSC (International Wine & Spirits Competition). You can find more of their delicious range of craft gins on the Craft Gin Club online shop.