Hendrick's Sunspell (1L, 43.4%)

A limited edition gin from Hendrick's, inspired by sunsets behind Ailsa Craig off Scotland's west coast. Master Distiller Lesley Gracie developed it for the Cabinet of Curiosities, the experimental series, and it was presented for international travel retail in autumn 2024. The recipe adds selected botanicals to the classic Hendrick's botanicals, with citrus and spices shaping this interpretation while rose and cucumber preserve the house style. It is bottled at 43.4% ABV in a 1 litre bottle without gift packaging. It suits an uncomplicated long drink with tonic and a cucumber slice, and can also be combined with apple juice. The nose has lively citrus notes with a gentle, green-tinged spice. The palate is full-bodied, with aromatic spices accompanying pine-like juniper before citrus comes through more strongly, with rose and cucumber. The finish balances spice and citrus with a clear, refreshing aftertaste.