Hendrick’s Neptunia
William Grant & Sons · Hendrick’s Gin Palace, Girvan, Ayrshire, Scotland
Neptunia takes the familiar Hendrick’s template and tilts it toward the sea. The coastal botanicals — kelp, thyme, lime — add a saline freshness that makes this gin feel like a walk on a Scottish shoreline. It’s not a gimmick; the sea influence is real but restrained, adding a new dimension rather than overwhelming the juniper and floral base that Hendrick’s fans expect.
Nose
Juniper, sea breeze, lime zest, chamomile, herbal depth, subtle cucumber
Palate
Citrus sweetness, coastal thyme, floral notes, warming spice, subtle salinity on the lips
Finish
Very long with coriander, citrus accents, and an herbal fade
- Botanicals
- Hendrick’s signature blend (juniper, coriander, angelica root, orris root, elderflower, chamomile, meadowsweet, lemon peel, orange peel) enhanced with coastal botanicals — sea kelp, coastal thyme, and lime — plus cucumber and rose petal infusions on a grain-neutral spirit base
- Base Spirit
- (see Botanicals)
Cocktail Suggestion
Cocktail — The Coastal Collins: 2 oz Hendrick’s Neptunia · 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice · 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur · 3 oz soda water · Cucumber ribbon and thyme sprig. Build in a tall glass over ice.
Food Pairing
Pair with: Fresh oysters with mignonette — the briny gin meets the briny shellfish and neither backs down.
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