Lavender Hill releases London Dry Gin

Sustainable Riverhead lifestyle farm Lavender Hill has announced the release of its latest creation London Dry Gin.

The distinctive small batch gin is made on site in a 150-litre solar-powered gin still called “Little Lottie”, using fresh rainwater, rosemary and lemon peel from the farm.

“We’re committed to ensuring that every drop of gin is as pure and sustainable as it is delicious”, says Trish Delamore who co-owns the farm with husband Jason.

Lavender Hill invites gin enthusiasts out to the farm to have a look around, see how its creations are produced, and taste its award-winning spirit range.

“It’s important to Lavender Hill that we continue to update our spirit range with new experiences,” says Jason.

“We invite gin-enthusiasts to visit the farm and see first-hand how we produce our award-winning products.

“Guests can immerse themselves in our picturesque farm, tour the distillery, and round off their journey by tasting our full range in the unique gin tasting room.”

The London Dry joins Lavender Hill’s current spirit range, all medal winners in the NZ Spirit Awards – Lavender Gin, Smoked Honey Gin, Saffron Gin, a traditional Sloe Gin and a gorgeous Limoncello. Sam Kim of Wine Orbit, an independent reviewer with more than 30 years of industry experience, awarded The London Dry an impressive five-star rating (93/100 points).

Sam describes the tasting notes for London Dry Gin as “immediately attractive on the nose with classic juniper and citrus peel aromas with nuances of floral and fragrant spices. Upfront and intense in the mouth, yet elegant and harmonious with saline texture, finishing long and refreshing. Beautifully proportioned and delightfully expressed.”

Lavender Hill’s London Dry Gin is available online and at the farm shop and joins the rest of the award-winning local range alongside lavender and olive products.