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

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Located half way between Haslemere and Godalming in the heart of the Surrey Hills,Wessex Distillery has been crafting gin since 2017. A family run business, this craft distillerystrives to create the best English gin. Open to visitors you can enjoy a gin distillery tour,which will takeyou step by step through the distillation process, so you can learn how we make the best British craft gin in the UK. 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. Looking for the best sloe gin? Our traditional English sloe gin is patiently nurtured for over 6 months for an extremely smooth result. Our sloe berries are sourced straight from the English countryside and are steeped with natural sugar to release their rich flavour, and give the best English sloe gin it’s classic royal red complexion. This is all done by us in our local craft gin copper still. As Jonathan says, “Our first priority was to create a new London dry gin with a Wessex twist. That’s what we’ve done with Alfred the Great Gin.” 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.

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! Celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III with our limited edition Wessex Coronation Gin. Our family-run distillery, nestled in the beautiful Wessex countryside, has crafted this unique, regal-inspired gin to commemorate the historic occasion.

Wessex Distillery’s Alfred the Great Gin is a citrus-led gin – a nod to Jonathan’s palate – and the supporting botanicals have been selected to pay tribute to its namesake. This includes the classic gin botanical of juniper, which is notable in this spirit for its power. As Jonathan says, “Alfred battled the Vikings throughout his entire reign, and this is reflected in the big thump of piney juniper.” 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. We love it in a gin and tonic,” says Jonathan. “Apple and juniper are delicious, or a twist of orange zest.”

Tasting Notes: Taste England’s best sloe gin for a pleasantly sweet, earthy flavour with subtle hints of almond. Our craft gin has a high quality, light, refreshing palate. 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. 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. Join us to toast Pride Month with our Special Edition Wessex Respect Gin. Here's to celebrating diversity, individuality, and inclusivity. Cheers to Pride! 🏳️‍🌈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. Many gin fans will already be familiar with the distiller of whom we speak. After all, he was the man behind another Craft Gin Club gin – albeit under a completely different brand. 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. 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.

Wessex Distillery intertwines respect for the rich, historical tapestry of English gin-making with a forward-thinking approach to their creations. While they hold firm to time-tested methodologies – adhering to the principle that if something isn’t broken, there’s no need to fix it – they simultaneously weave in modern, innovative gin recipes to enthral a new generation of gin enthusiasts. 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.” 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.”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.” 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? 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.

Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to own a piece of history. Our Wessex Coronation Gin is available for a limited time only, individually numbered 70cl bottles produced. We wanted to bring a bit of Wessex magic to the gins,” says Jonathan, “so we started exploring the plants and herbs that were around in the Anglo-Saxon era – not just grown here, but also what might have been brought in from overseas.” Why not go all out and try our classic gin in a Martini. Add a drop of vermouth and finish with a twist of grapefruit into a chilled glass.If you’re a London dry gin lover, then this gin is for you. The smoothness of this gin despite the increased ABV is something the judges particularly enjoyed. This is due to the importance we place on creating a high quality craft gin throughout the distillation process. I nfused for 12 hours prior to distillation in our local copper still, our classic gin botanicals are well-balanced and premium quality. 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! Perfect as a double measure in a Wessex chalice , add a generous amount of ice, filled to the top with light tonic water and a twist of grapefruit.