description Rock Rose Gin Overview
Rock Rose Gin is produced by Dunnet Bay Distillery in Caithness, Scotland. Launched in 2014, it is distilled using a copper still and incorporates a blend of traditional and local botanicals including rowan berries, sea buckthorn, and other Highland ingredients alongside juniper. The gin comes in distinctive ceramic bottles and has established a presence in the growing Scottish craft gin market, offering a flavor profile that reflects its coastal production environment.
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Where is Rock Rose Gin produced in Scotland?
Rock Rose is distilled at the Dunnet Bay Distillery located in Caithness, on the far north coast of Scotland. The distillery uses traditional copper pot stills to craft their spirits.
What botanicals give Rock Rose Gin its unique flavor?
In addition to traditional juniper berries, the gin incorporates locally foraged botanicals from the Scottish Highlands. Key ingredients include sea buckthorn, pink peppercorn, and rowan berries, which give it a citrusy and slightly spicy profile.
What is the alcohol by volume (ABV) of Rock Rose Gin?
Rock Rose Gin is bottled at a robust 41.5% ABV. This higher strength helps the delicate botanical flavors punch through when mixed with tonic water.
Why is Rock Rose Gin packaged in a ceramic bottle?
The gin is famously packaged in a ceramic flagon that is designed to keep the light out, preserving the integrity of the botanicals. The distillery also encourages buyers to return or repurpose these distinct bottles.
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