Forthave Spirits Blue Gin
Forthave Spirits · Forthave Spirits
Forthave Blue is a gin of rare composure—a spirit that feels like the first quiet hour of daylight, when the world is still finding its color. Its floral-forward, juniper-balanced profile makes it ideal for a measured martini or a simple tonic serve that lets each botanical breathe. A thoughtful, artisan gin from one of Brooklyn's most meticulous small distilleries.
Nose
A serene, almost meditative opening of dried lavender and chamomile gives way to a gentle wave of juniper and candied citrus peel. Behind it, a delicate thread of orris root and violet lends a powdery, dawn-like softness.
Palate
The palate is silky and restrained, with green juniper leading into a mid-palate bloom of lemon verbena and angelica. Subtle floral notes—violet and lavender—weave through a mineral spine, giving the gin a contemplative, unhurried quality.
Finish
Medium-length and graceful, fading on dried chamomile, a whisper of white pepper, and clean juniper resin.
- Style
- Floral Dry Gin
- Botanicals
- Juniper, lavender, chamomile, orris root, angelica root, lemon peel, coriander seed
- Base Spirit
- Neutral grain spirit
- Distillation
- Small-batch copper pot distillation with vapor infusion of select botanicals
Cocktail Suggestion
First Light Martini — 2 oz Forthave Blue Gin · ¾ oz Dolin Blanc vermouth · 1 dash orange bitters · Stir over ice for 30 seconds · Strain into a chilled coupe · Express a lemon twist over the surface and discard
Food Pairing
Lightly smoked trout fillets served atop blini with a dollop of crème fraîche, fresh dill, and a squeeze of lemon. The gin's lavender and chamomile notes harmonize with the delicate smoke, while its citrus brightness cuts through the richness of the crème fraîche.
Forthave Spirits was founded by two brothers in Brooklyn's Red Hook neighborhood, crafting each small batch with a painter's sensitivity to balance, making Blue Gin their quiet, floral-leaning counterpart to their bolder expressions.
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