Sipsmith Lemon Drizzle Gin
Sipsmith · Sipsmith Distillery
Sipsmith's Lemon Drizzle avoids the trap many flavored gins fall into—it never sacrifices its identity as a gin. The lemon is vibrant and natural, and the juniper stays firmly in the driver's seat. A versatile bottle that excels in both G&Ts and cocktails.
Nose
Bright, natural lemon zest bursts from the glass, supported by classic juniper and a soft coriander spice. A delicate floral note adds refinement.
Palate
Juicy and well-structured. The lemon note is fresh rather than sweet, and the juniper backbone holds firm through the mid-palate. Subtle peppery warmth and a hint of angelica root provide balance.
Finish
Clean and citrus-forward with lingering juniper and a dry, slightly peppery close.
- Style
- Flavoured Gin / London Dry base
- Botanicals
- Juniper, coriander, angelica root, lemon peel (sun-dried), orris root, cassia bark, liquorice, ground almond
- Base Spirit
- Neutral grain spirit
- Distillation
- One-shot distillation in copper pot stills
Cocktail Suggestion
Lemon Drizzle Collins — 2 oz Sipsmith Lemon Drizzle Gin · 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice · 0.5 oz simple syrup · Top with soda water · Shake gin, lemon juice, and syrup with ice, strain into a tall glass over fresh ice, top with soda, garnish with a lemon wheel.
Food Pairing
Grilled prawns with lemon-herb butter
Distilled on Sipsmith's copper pot stills Prudence, Patience, and Constance in Chiswick, West London, using sun-dried lemon peels steeped with their core London Dry botanicals.
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