Archie Rose Distiller's Strength Gin
Archie Rose · Archie Rose Distilling Co.
Archie Rose's distiller's strength bottling demonstrates why proof matters in gin—every botanical rings louder, and the juniper backbone can support more complexity without losing definition. It's a gin that invites both sipping neat and anchoring a stirred drink.
Nose
Juniper leads confidently but shares the stage with a wave of native botanicals—lemon myrtle and blood lime register as bright citrus, while coriander adds a warm, slightly nutty spice. Underneath, a waxy juniper quality provides depth.
Palate
The higher proof carries the botanicals with real authority. Juniper is resinous and piney, framed by peppery warmth and a subtle orris root earthiness. Grapefruit pith and angelica emerge on the mid-palate, keeping things dry and structured.
Finish
Long and peppery, with lingering pine and a clean citrus echo.
- Style
- Contemporary / Distiller's Strength
- Botanicals
- Juniper, coriander, lemon myrtle, blood lime, angelica root, orris root, native river mint, cinnamon myrtle, among others
- Base Spirit
- Neutral grain spirit
- Distillation
- Vapor infusion and direct maceration in a custom copper pot still
Cocktail Suggestion
Rosebery Martini — 2.5 oz Archie Rose Distiller's Strength Gin · 0.5 oz dry vermouth · Stir with ice for 30 seconds, strain into a chilled coupe, garnish with a grapefruit twist.
Food Pairing
Seared scallops with finger lime and brown butter
Founded by Will Edwards in the inner-Sydney suburb of Rosebery, Archie Rose operates a custom-built copper pot still designed specifically for the distillery's botanical-forward approach to Australian gin.
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