Capreolus Raspberry Eau de Vie Gin
Capreolus · Capreolus Distillery
Barrie Lancaster's eau de vie background shows in every sip — this is a gin that understands distillation as an act of capture, not construction. The space between the floral top notes and the woody juniper base is wide and elegant, each element articulated with rare clarity.
Nose
Bright juniper leads, but immediately cedes ground to a perfumed violet and rose petal character. Coriander seed and angelica root provide herbal depth, while a subtle lemon zest note adds lift.
Palate
Silky texture with juniper resin giving way to a floral core of violet and rose. The mid-palate reveals an orris root earthiness and a gentle peppery warmth. Lemon and angelica keep the profile savory and grounded.
Finish
Medium, with lingering floral notes, a dry juniper fade, and a final peppery kick.
- Style
- Dry Gin
- Botanicals
- Juniper, coriander seed, angelica root, orris root, lemon peel, violet root, rose petals, black pepper
- Base Spirit
- Neutral grain spirit
- Distillation
- Small-batch pot distillation on Holstein copper stills
Cocktail Suggestion
Cotswold Martini — 2.5 oz Capreolus Gin · 0.5 oz Dolin Dry Vermouth · Stir with ice for 30 seconds, strain into a chilled coupe, garnish with a lemon twist.
Food Pairing
The gin's floral character complements the sweetness of charred summer peaches, while the burrata's cream mirrors the spirit's silky texture.
Barrie Lancaster, one of Britain's only dedicated eau de vie distillers, built Capreolus in the Cotswolds using small Holstein stills, applying fruit brandy techniques to gin production for unusual aromatic precision.
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