Moorland Spirit Co. Sheffield Dry Gin
Moorland Spirit Co. · Moorland Spirit Co.
Moorland Spirit Co. draws on the botanical heritage of the Peak District moorlands surrounding Sheffield, and the result is a gin that feels rooted in landscape without becoming gimmicky. It's juniper-forward in the best sense—structured, balanced, and built for both sipping and mixing.
Nose
Bright juniper leads—more pine than herb—followed by fresh lemon and a subtle floral character. Coriander seed warmth sits underneath, with a hint of angelica root providing earthy depth.
Palate
Clean and crisp, with juniper and lemon working in tandem at the front. A peppery spice develops through the mid-palate, while grapefruit bitterness and a whisper of violet add complexity. The body is medium-weight, with good texture.
Finish
Medium-length, with lingering pine-forward juniper and a dry, peppery fade. Clean and precise.
- Style
- Dry Gin
- Botanicals
- Juniper, blueberries, blackberries, cranberries
- Base Spirit
- Grain Neutral Spirit
- Distillation
- Single-shot distillation in a copper pot still
Cocktail Suggestion
Moorland Gimlet — 2 oz Moorland Sheffield Dry Gin · 0.75 oz fresh lime juice · 0.5 oz simple syrup · Shake with ice, strain into a coupe, garnish with a lime wheel.
Food Pairing
Goat cheese crostini with honey and cracked pepper
Founded by a pair of Peak District hillwalkers who foraged their first botanicals on the moors above Sheffield, Moorland Spirit Co. distills in small batches using a custom copper pot still they named after the local curlew bird.
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