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Darnley's Gin

The Wemyss family, spirits merchants for generations, named their new gin series after Lord Darnley, second husband to Mary, Queen of Scots. Darnley's insists on the pure London Dry method with no flavour added after distillation, only water to reach the right strength.

  • Bottle of Darnleys Navy Strength Spiced Gin from Scotland
    Item no.: 22227865464-8005

    This cask strength expression from Darnley's honours Admiral Sir Rosslyn Wemyss, who commanded ships for the Royal Navy.

    Expert's description

    Darnleys Navy Strength Spiced Gin Premium London Dry Gin is a Scottish Spiced Gin, bottled at 57.1%.

    The gin is distilled at full cask strength and is inspired by the famous Admiral Sir Rosslyn Wemyss, who once served the Royal Navy.

    The Navy Strength style refers to the historic practice where the navy's gin had to keep gunpowder dry and flammable, even if gin was spilled on it.

    The spices give the gin a fuller, more intense character than a traditional London Dry Gin.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    The nose is intense and spiced, with distinct juniper.

    Palate

    The palate is powerful and spiced, with pronounced strength from the 57.1%.

    Finish

    The finish is long, warm and spiced.

    Specifications

    Name: Darnleys Navy Strength Spiced Gin Premium London Dry Gin
    Country: Scotland
    Type: Spiced Gin
    Cask strength: Yes
    ABV: 57.1%
    Size: 70 CL
    EAN no.: 040232515569
    Serving suggestion: With a slice of lemon
    Distillery: Darnley's

    Flavour profile

    Spiced · Powerful · Juniper

    Did you know?

    Navy Strength gin originates from a time when the Royal Navy tested a spirit's strength by pouring it on gunpowder, which still had to ignite.

    See our full range of Darnley's

    • 1pcs.
      46,75EUR
  • Bottle of Darnleys Original Gin from Scotland
    Item no.: 22227865464-8004

    Darnley's Original is a light and delicate gin, where lemon and elderflower take the leading roles.

    Expert's description

    Darnleys Original Gin Premium London Dry Gin is a Scottish London Dry Gin, bottled at 40%.

    The gin is primarily made with lemon and elderflower, giving it a light and delicate character.

    It is distilled by the Wemyss family, whose roots trace back to the Kingdom of Fife in Scotland.

    The gin is recommended served with a slice of lemon, which both garnishes and enhances the flavour.

    Tasting notes

    Nose

    The nose is floral, with elderflower and a fresh citrus tone.

    Palate

    The palate is light and delicate, with citrus and elderflower up front.

    Finish

    The finish is fresh and clean.

    Specifications

    Name: Darnleys Original Gin Premium London Dry Gin
    Country: Scotland
    Type: London Dry Gin
    ABV: 40%
    Size: 70 CL
    EAN no.: 094922371249
    Serving suggestion: With a slice of lemon
    Distillery: Darnley's

    Flavour profile

    Citrus · Floral · Light

    Did you know?

    Darnley's Gin is named after Lord Darnley, the Scottish nobleman and second husband of Mary, Queen of Scots.

    See our full range of Darnley's

    • 1pcs.
      40,00EUR
   

About Darnley's

Darnley's is a Scottish gin from the Kingsbarns distillery in Fife, produced by the Wemyss family and named after Lord Darnley. For newcomers it's a clean, authentic London Dry gin without unnecessary flourishes; for collectors it's notable that the Wemyss family has a long history as spirits merchants, and their approach to Darnley's deliberately insists on no added flavour after distillation, only water to reduce strength, appealing to those who value the history and invention behind the classic gin and tonic.

History & Background

The Wemyss family has traded wine and spirits in Scotland across several generations, and it was precisely this background that led, in 2010, to the launch of Darnley's as the family's take on a modern, craft gin. To secure full control over production, the family a few years later decided to build their own distillery, Kingsbarns, in the picturesque Fife countryside on Scotland's east coast, where the gin is now distilled alongside single malt whisky. The name Darnley's is a nod to the family's historical ties to Scottish nobility, and it also marks the distillery's ambition to unite stories from the past with the craftsmanship of today.

Production & Style

The gin is distilled with juniper and a classic Scottish composition of botanicals, often including chamomile and citrus.

Signature Style

Floral, Citrus, Fresh
The taste offers a floral, fresh character with a citrus-driven finish.

Facts

ProducerWemyss/Kingsbarns
Founded2010
Pronounced/ˈdɑːrnliːz dʒɪn/
RegionFife
CountryScotland
OwnerThe Wemyss family (Kingsbarns Distillery)
BotanicalsJuniper, coriander, angelica root, elderflower
Strength42.7%
Official websitedarnleysgin.com

Did you know?

Darnley's is named after Lord Darnley, the second husband of Mary Queen of Scots, and the Wemyss family has historical roots in this era.

Like Darnley's Gin? You should also try:

Mosgaard Gin, Warner's Gin and Citadelle Gin.