New Harbour Distillery Rooibos Gin is a New Western Dry Gin from Cape Town, South Africa, with an ABV of 43%. This spirit uses a neutral sugarcane spirit as its base and is infused with eight botanicals through steaming, followed by steeping in Rooibos tea, South Africa's national treasure, giving the spirit its unique reddish-amber color.
A stand-out, proudly South African gin. New Western Dry.
Rooibos Gin delivers unexpected and complex flavours. A smooth and flavourful gin of sweet almonds, orange citrus and rooibos. The red-amber hue brings a colour explosion to drinks and G&T's alike. A crisp and creative addition to your gin repertoire.
Flavor and Texture Characteristics
- Aroma: Prominent herbal notes of national treasure tea, slightly sweet almond, and citrus orange peel.
- Mouth: Smooth on the palate with vanilla-like sweetness and nutty notes, followed by herbaceous spiciness from cinnamon and tea in the mid-palate.
- Finish: Lingering sweet and slightly bitter notes of honey and national treasure tea leaves.
Recommended Cocktail Serving
- Classic G&T: 1 part gin to 4 parts tonic water, topped with plenty of ice.
- Best Garnish: Orange slice, cinnamon stick, or basil are recommended to perfectly bring out the herbal and citrus flavors of the national treasure tea.
