Cotswolds Dry Gin
Cotswolds · Cotswolds Distillery
Cotswolds delivers a classically structured gin with enough personality to stand on its own. The lavender is present but never perfumed, and the juniper backbone keeps everything anchored. It's a gin that makes a strong Martini and an even better Negroni.
Nose
Bright and aromatic, leading with fresh juniper and lavender, followed by grapefruit zest and a warm wave of coriander. Beneath that sits a subtle orris root earthiness and a hint of black pepper.
Palate
Full-bodied for a gin, with waxy juniper giving way to citrus peel and a floral mid-palate of lavender and chamomile. The peppery spice builds gradually, providing structure without heat.
Finish
Medium-long, with lingering juniper and a dry, peppery close accented by faint angelica root.
- Style
- Dry Gin
- Botanicals
- Juniper, coriander seed, angelica root, orris root, lavender, bay leaf, lime peel, grapefruit peel, black pepper
- Base Spirit
- Wheat-based neutral spirit
- Distillation
- Single-shot distillation in a 500-liter copper pot still
Cocktail Suggestion
Lavender Collins — 2 oz Cotswolds Dry Gin · 0.75 oz lemon juice · 0.5 oz lavender-honey syrup · 3 oz soda water · Shake gin, lemon, and syrup with ice, strain into a Collins glass over fresh ice, top with soda, garnish with a lavender sprig.
Food Pairing
Crostini topped with whipped goat cheese, fresh thyme, and a drizzle of wildflower honey. The herbal and floral notes of the cheese echo the gin's lavender and juniper.
Founded in 2014 by former finance professional Dan Szor, Cotswolds Distillery uses a hand-peeled citrus method and extended maceration in a 500-liter copper pot still named Endeavour to extract bold, layered botanical character.
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