Gins have become quite popular in the last few years. More and more people are discovering these delectable spirits and are often searching for a new favorite. If you have also grown a newfound likeness for gins and can’t stop yourself from trying out new spirits, this blog post is for you!
Today, we will talk about an incredibly flavorful gin that has captured the heart (and taste buds) of gin enthusiasts worldwide - the Botanist Gin.
Let’s dive in!
History of the Botanist Gin
Also known as the Botanist Islay Dry Gin, the Botanist Gin is made on a remote Scottish Island of Islay. It is made in a distillery called Bruichladdich Distillery. It was the first ever European distillery to get a B Corp status.
While the spirit was first introduced in 2011, its history goes way back to 1881. The Botanist Gin was founded by the Harvey Brothers. It is an artisanal gin made from 22 hand-foraged botanicals picked from different shores and wild hills from the Island of Islay.
It is made from hand-picked ingredients like apple mint, birch leaves, coriander seed, elderflower, lemon peel, orris root, and more. Thus, it offers a balance between floral and spice notes. One of the best things about Botanist Gin is that it is made from all-natural ingredients. There are no artificial flavors, essence, or oils added to it.
The Botanist Gin Tasting Notes
Coming to the Botanist Gin tasting notes, the drink offers a complex and unique flavor profile. Thanks to ingredients like orange zest, thyme leaves, lemon, and juniper, you will be able to experience all kinds of flavors - citrus, sweetness, floral notes, and hints of spice.
The gin has a minty and citrusy aroma. You will be able to smell the hint of pine and fresh lemon zest with subtle floral notes. The gin has a pleasing but slightly oily appearance.
On the palate, it has a smooth and silky texture. While it has 22 different botanicals, none of the ingredients overpower the other; instead, they blend in just the right amount to treat your palate. But still, you will be able to recognize and appreciate the taste of each ingredient. And that is the beauty of this gin!
It has a gentle but dry finish, and you feel the taste of juniper and vanilla cream lingering on your tongue after finishing your drink.
The Botanist Gin Price
The Botanist Gin is quickly gaining a lot of popularity amongst alcohol enthusiasts - especially diehard gin lovers. Therefore, it's easy to find a bottle of the Botanist Gin at all the major online and offline liquor stores and even stores like Target.
Talking about the Botanist Gin prices, they largely depend on the store you are buying it from, special offers, or discounts.
To give you some idea about the average Botanist Gin prices, here is a quick price guide:
Type | Size | Price | Proof |
|---|---|---|---|
The Botanist Gin | 50ml | $4.99 | 92 |
200ml | $18.99 | 92 | |
375ml | $25.95 | 92 | |
750ml | $33.99 | 92 | |
1L | $79.99 | 92 |
Gins Comparable to The Botanist
Monkey 47 Gin: rich and smooth botanical taste that costs around $45 for a 750ml bottle.
Hendricks Gin: Infused with cucumber and other botanicals, Hendricks is a good alternative to The Botanist gin. You can find a 750ml bottle for about $30.
Delicious Cocktail Recipes You Can Make from the Botanist Gin
Due to its versatile flavor profile, the Botanist Gin goes extremely well with most cocktails. Here are some easy and flavorful cocktails you can make from the Botanist Gin:
Negroni
We love how the botanical flavors pair with the sweet vermouth and bitter Campari in this classic cocktail! Click here to learn more about the Negroni.
Ingredients:
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in mixing glass with ice. Stir and strain over large cube or straight up. Garnish with expressed orange peel.
The Botanist Bramble
Light and refreshing with a burst of ripe berry sweetness, this cocktail is great for any summertime gatherings!
Ingredients:
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in shaker with ice. Shake and strain into rocks glass with ice. Garnish with additional blackberries and/or mint.
Summing Up
So there you have it! That was all about the delicious Botanist Gin, its tasting notes, prices, and cocktail recipes. Overall, the Botanist Gin is an impressive, medium-priced spirit that you can definitely try if you are looking for something new and fresh.