St. George Terroir Gin
St. George Spirits · St. George Spirits, Alameda, California
St. George Terroir Gin is unlike any other gin in the world. While most gins lead with juniper and citrus, Terroir leads with Douglas fir, California bay laurel, and coastal sage — botanicals wildcrafted from the hills around San Francisco Bay.
Nose
A walk through a forest — Douglas fir leads with resinous pine, followed by the savory, herbaceous warmth of California bay laurel and the dusty, aromatic lift of coastal sage.
Palate
Pine and fir dominate the front palate, with bay laurel adding a mentholated, almost eucalyptus-like warmth at the midpoint. Coastal sage brings an earthy herbaceousness.
Finish
Long and aromatic, with Douglas fir lingering alongside sage and a fading citrus brightness. The finish evolves over thirty seconds, shifting from forest canopy to sun-warmed hillside.
- Botanicals
- Douglas fir, California bay laurel, coastal sage, juniper, roasted coriander, and additional botanicals
- Base Spirit
- Grain neutral spirit
- Distillation
- Fir and sage individually distilled on a 250-liter still; bay laurel and juniper vapor-infused in a botanicals basket
Cocktail Suggestion
Cocktail — Forest Martini: Combine 2.5 oz St. George Terroir Gin with 0.5 oz dry vermouth in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 30 seconds and strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary.
Food Pairing
Pair with: Grilled lamb chops with a rosemary and garlic crust — the herbaceous intensity of the gin finds a natural partner in the savory, woody char of the lamb.
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