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

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As Jonathan explains: “This Old English text focuses on herbal remedies, and catalogues more than a hundred plants, their healing properties and how to use them. We’re using the Herbarium to help us find the Wessex twist for each of our gins.” When Jonathan and his wife, Gill decided to start up a brand new distillery, a passion project just for them and their amazing family to run together, they wanted to make sure that they were taking what they’d learned from their first go around and applying it in a new way.

Tasting Notes: Our exceptionally smooth premium gin is precisely balanced, with a strong initial thump of juniper, followed by enlightening coriander and lively citrus endnotes. Indeed, City of London Distillery made quite a name for itself as the craft gin industry boomed, winning awards all over the world. The success suited the perfectionist in Jonathan, and he worked hard to fine tune and expand the City of London Distillery range. In September 2018, his Six Bells Gin was even selected as our Gin of the Month! They started looking into their new home and, being England, there were many thousands of years to explore. But one historical era in particular stayed with them: Anglo-Saxon Britain. Inspired by this ancient text and awed by King Alfred the Great’s incredible journey, one master distiller set out to craft a gin that would pay tribute to this great man’s life and his turbulent times. Join us to toast Pride Month with our Special Edition Wessex Respect Gin. Here's to celebrating diversity, individuality, and inclusivity. Cheers to Pride! 🏳️‍🌈

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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.

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. But all good things must come to an end, and after 40 years in the City of London, Jonathan decided it was time to move on. But the quiet life of post-retirement didn’t entirely appeal. As Jonathan says, “Alfred battled the Vikings throughout his entire reign, and this is reflected in the big thump of piney juniper.” Alternatively, try a Charlie Chaplin; Add equal measures of Wessex Distillery’s English sloe gin, apricot brandy, and lime juice. Shake, strain, then garnish with lime peel.

When the Romans beat their retreat from the British Isles, they left in their wake five kingdoms. The southernmost was Wessex, which encompassed the modern-day counties of Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset. Once a great kingdom, those who have heard of Wessex today remember it mostly as the only Anglo-Saxon kingdom to resist one of history’s great invading forces: the Vikings. Awarded the IWSC 2022 UK Gin Producer of the Year trophy, Wessex Distillery is more than a mere producer of gin; it's a guardian of traditional English gin, an innovator of new flavour profiles, and a steward for sustainable, responsible production in the modern age.

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. It took one incredible king to bring these kingdoms together and vanquish the Viking threat: Alfred the Great. An unlikely war hero, with crippling stomach problems but an unparalleled intellect, Alfred lived in a world where magic, mystery and medicine were all rolled into one.

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Our paramount aim has always been to achieve a clean, crisp, well-balanced gin,” says Jonathan. “We like the juniper to dominate, and to use a variety of citrus flavours to add a bit of zing.” Tasting Notes: The Respect Gin is a beautiful London Dry Craft Gin. Precisely balanced and exceptionally smooth, it offers a strong juniper profile complemented by zesty citrus undertones. The refreshing finish is a testament to our commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Enjoy every sip of this beautiful gin that truly deserves respect. Tasting Notes: This is a London Dry so expect a strong juniper nose, with a touch of citrus, and a rooty finish. Our Classic Gin is strong, fiery, and full-bodied, with a perfect blend of complimentary of flavours. Your host will give you an insight into our day-to-day operations, and you will learn about the history of gin, the local area before you head to get involved and distill your own gin with their gin lab activity. Use your owncopper gin still to create your own gin recipe, bottle it and take it home. This 2 hour experience also includes sampling some of the current Wesssex gin range, a G&T on arrival. Craft gin has been growing in popularity for years, and customers are beginning to expect great craft gin options at pubs, bars, and shops across the country. English gin, in particular, is famous for its quality and authenticity. We know that the UK is full of avid gin drinkers searching for new gins to try, and that’s why gin wholesalers UK come to us. Since customers go to restaurants and pubs for a quality experience, one they couldn’t create at home, we help businesses go the extra mile. Why Work with Wessex Distillery?