Wrecking Coast Cliffhanger Gin
Wrecking Coast · Wrecking Coast Distillery
From a small distillery perched on the Cornish cliffs at Tintagel, this gin punches with conviction. The juniper-forward profile is unapologetically traditional, but the balance and texture elevate it beyond mere classicism. Vacuum distillation at lower temperatures preserves volatile aromatics that higher-heat methods would destroy — fitting for an issue about how temperature shapes flavor.
Nose
Bold juniper pine opens with immediate authority, supported by bright lemon peel and a dusting of coriander seed. A floral violet note weaves through the center, with a warm undercurrent of cassia bark and a hint of black pepper.
Palate
Texturally full for a London Dry, with a satisfying oiliness. The juniper is resinous and woody rather than merely herbal, anchored by angelica root's earthy dryness. Grapefruit citrus and a touch of orris root give it lift and elegance. The spice notes — cassia and ginger — build gradually.
Finish
Long and warming, with lingering juniper resin, a peppery kick, and a clean citrus fade.
- Style
- London Dry
- Botanicals
- Juniper, coriander seed, angelica root, cassia bark, lemon peel, grapefruit peel, orris root, ginger, black pepper, violet
- Base Spirit
- Neutral grain spirit
- Distillation
- Vacuum distillation at reduced temperature in a bespoke copper still
Cocktail Suggestion
Cliffside Martini — 2.5 oz Wrecking Coast Cliffhanger Gin · 0.5 oz Dolin Dry Vermouth · Stir with ice for 30 seconds, strain into a chilled coupe, garnish with a lemon twist.
Food Pairing
Cornish crab with lemon aioli
Distilled on the wild north coast of Cornwall at Tintagel, Wrecking Coast uses a vacuum still that operates at reduced temperatures, capturing delicate botanical aromatics that conventional distillation would strip away.
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