East London Liquor Co. & Royal Botanical Gardens Kew Collab Edition Gin 70 cl 40%

In the famous botanic gardens at Kew, plants from every corner of the world grow side by side - and some of them have now ended up in a spirit. East London Liquor Company was invited to harvest Douglas fir and lavender straight from the gardens and distil a gin that tastes of the place itself.

Expert's description

East London Liquor Co. & Kew Collab Edition is an English Botanical Gin distilled in partnership with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and bottled at 40%.

The collaboration began when Kew appointed East London Liquor Company to create the first spirit in a new range, with proceeds supporting the Gardens' work protecting plant species and pollinators worldwide.

The two key botanicals, Douglas fir and lavender, are hand-harvested by Kew's own head botanist and combined with juniper, coriander, fennel, liquorice, angelica root and sweet orange.

The result is a fresh, resinous gin that pays tribute to the pollinators and plants without which there would be no botanicals to distil at all.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is resinous and woody from the Douglas fir, spiced with lavender and a light sweetness from orange peel.

Palate

The palate is fresh and spiced with clear pine and fir character, backed by juniper and a gentle liquorice sweetness.

Finish

The finish is long and aromatic, with lavender and a hint of citrus fading softly out.

Specifications

Name: East London Liquor Co. Kew Collab Edition
Country: England
Type: Botanical Gin
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving suggestion: Gin & Tonic with a sprig of fresh rosemary or lavender
Distillery: East London Liquor Company

Flavour profile

Resinous · Woody · Spiced · Floral · Citrus

Did you know?

10% of sales from the Kew Collab range go straight back to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, which has worked to protect plants and biodiversity for over 260 years.

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Frequently asked questions about East London Liquor Co. Kew Collab Edition Gin

What does East London Kew Collab Edition Gin taste like?

It tastes fresh and resinous with Douglas fir, spiced with lavender and a light citrus sweetness from orange peel - a woody, aromatic gin.

What makes East London Kew Collab Edition Gin special?

Two of its key botanicals, Douglas fir and lavender, are harvested directly in Kew's botanic gardens by the Gardens' own head botanist - a sourcing story rarely seen in gin.

How is East London Kew Collab Edition Gin best served?

Serve it as a Gin & Tonic with a sprig of fresh rosemary or lavender, which lifts the woody and floral notes. Serve it in a tall highball glass – take a look at our gin & tonic glasses.

Where does East London Kew Collab Edition Gin come from?

It is distilled by East London Liquor Company in London in partnership with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Does East London Kew Collab Edition Gin support a good cause?

Yes, part of the proceeds go towards Kew's work protecting plant species and pollinators worldwide.