Hayman's Exotic Citrus Gin
Hayman's · Hayman's Distillery
Hayman's manages the trick of bold citrus character without abandoning the juniper core. The exotic citrus peels are integrated so fully that they feel like a natural extension of a classic London Dry rather than an overlay. Versatile in cocktails, satisfying neat.
Nose
Juniper leads cleanly, followed by bright grapefruit and lemon zest. Coriander seed provides warmth, with a faint floral rose note and a trace of angelica root beneath.
Palate
Balanced and citrus-forward without losing its gin backbone. Juniper stays present throughout, while grapefruit and orange peel add brightness. A peppery spice keeps it grounded.
Finish
Clean and medium-length, with lingering juniper, citrus pith, and a whisper of cassia bark warmth.
- Style
- London Dry
- Botanicals
- Juniper, coriander, exotic citrus peels (grapefruit, lemon, sweet orange, bitter orange), angelica root, cassia bark, orris root
- Base Spirit
- Neutral grain spirit
- Distillation
- One-shot copper pot still distillation
Cocktail Suggestion
The Seamstress — 2 oz Hayman's Exotic Citrus Gin · 0.75 oz elderflower liqueur · 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice · Top with 2 oz soda water · Build in a highball glass over ice, stir gently, garnish with grapefruit peel.
Food Pairing
Grilled prawns with lemon-herb butter
Crafted by the Hayman family, who have distilled gin in London since 1863, this expression uses a selection of unusual citrus peels alongside their traditional family recipe to create a citrus-forward gin without compromise.
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