Tarquin's Handcrafted Cornish Dry Gin, 70 cl

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He says, “I’ve always had a passion for developing, combining and balancing flavours. But somehow, at the age of 23, I found myself behind a desk in the City of London, doing a recruitment job that I had absolutely no drive for.” Tarquin worked on Tamara, a second-hand copper still who made the journey from Portugal to Cornwall. In a former life, she had been used to distil fruit brandy. Tarquin popped his new pot still directly onto a naked flame – in this case, a paella ring burner – and sealed her joints with bread dough. It’s an ancient way of working at the still, and connected Tarquin deeply to the prospect of producing the first Cornish gin in 200 years. Tarquin has added the rich warmth of Christmas spices, like cinnamon, clove and allspice. The festive zing of clementine zest lifts the citrus notes, but it’s tonka bean that Tarquin is particularly happy to have added.

Tarquin’s Gin bottles are a blend of artistry and craftsmanship. Each bottle is meticulously handcrafted, exuding timeless elegance. Tarquin’s Gin finds its match in the Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic. A union of flavours unfolds as Tarquin’s liquor blends with Fever-Tree’s refreshing citrus, delicate floral notes, and subtle Mediterranean herb infusions. These three best gins compose a trinity of liquor artistry that uplifts any occasion. Celebrating Tarquin’s Gin: An Award-Winning DistilleryThat would be his Cornish Pastis. A clever play on words that connected the Cornish pasty with the traditional French liqueur, this endeavour, too, would go on to win awards – it was named the ‘World’s Best Pastis’ in an international competition. And similarly to the good-looking Tarquin’s Gin bottles we know and love, Twin Fin rum bottles follow in their pretty footsteps, with bright, chic bottles we know will look the part next to your favourite craft gin. He says, “I think that winning ‘World’s Best Gin’ at the 2017 San Francisco World Spirits Competition was certainly a very proud – and slightly overwhelming! – moment. But growing the team that we have and developing such a strong and loyal regional following is the real success.”

Our bins hold 18-24 bottles of wine or Champagne or 2-3 cases of lager when filled with ice and water. Drinks will be chilled in 30-45 minutes and will be kept cold for several hours, especially if kept in the shade. Garnish with juicy, ripe strawberries, their sweetness mirroring the botanical finesse of the gin. Finally, raise your glass, and embark on a sensory journey through the magic of Tarquin’s. The Perfect Tonic Pairing Another remarkable achievement was Tarquin’s The Seadog Navy Gin. It not only secured the title of Best Gin but also attained the esteemed Double Gold recognition at the San Francisco World Spirit Competition in 2017. The success that Southwestern Distillery found with their Cornish Pastis was proof-positive that their flavour experiments were destined to pay off. Aside from feeding Tarquin’s deep need to stretch himself and his palate, they were also helping his beloved distillery grow.But the pain is worth it, especially when you can get close enough to one of the beautiful copper stills to feel the heat from the open flames burning at their bases. This disused cowshed is, in fact, Southwestern Distillery, where Tarquin’s Cornish Christmas Gin was distilled using ancient methods that, for many craft distillers, have long since fallen by the wayside.

When Tarquin was first approached by Jon and John to make a special Christmas surprise for Craft Gin Club members, he knew exactly what kind of spirit he was aiming to create. Tarquin’s Cornish gin craft distillery is a hidden gem that takes the art of distilling to new heights. With its flavourful range of gins, Tarquin’s excites your taste buds with each sip. The four rum flavours are simply mouthwatering - (but then we expected no less from Tarquin’s) with a Twin Fin Coconut and Lychee Rum, Twin Fin Pink Pineapple and Grapefruit Rum, Twin Fin Spiced Golden Rum and Twin Fin Barrel-aged Rum . To make a gin that evoked the warm nostalgia of a Christmas spent in Cornwall, Tarquin and his team started with the botanical blend of their original Cornish Dry Gin. Then, taking inspiration from the ingredients they love cooking with as the festive season approaches, they built a spirit rich with the flavours of this magical time of the year.He says, “It’s so important to be open and realise that the learning curve is a process that requires patience and perseverance. Making gin isn’t difficult. The science and technique can be learned and replicated, but to make a great gin requires feel, intuition and conviction. That’s a little harder to teach.”

Tarquin’s Gin has not only garnered accolades and awards, but it has also forged a loyal following of discerning connoisseurs who appreciate the artistry that goes into every drop. From its roots in the rugged Cornish coastline to its global acclaim, Tarquin’s Gin embodies the essence of a truly remarkable spirit, elevating the gin-drinking experience to new heights. Ginmas comes just once a year! Unless you’re a Craft Gin Club member and receive your Gin of the Month box every month! We always like to give you something a little special at Christmas and this year is no exception! Made exclusively for Craft Gin Club’s December 2018 box, Tarquin’s Cornish Christmas Gin is the perfect Christmas spirit to sip on! As outside the wind whips up the sea and the grey sky stretches across the Atlantic, snuggle up with friends and family before the fire, and enjoy the taste of a cosy Christmas in Cornwall with your Craft Gin Club exclusive Tarquin’s Cornish Christmas Gin.

Tarquin’s Cornish Gin, a spirited, captivating creation, finds its humble abode in the quaint Cornish Distillery, where the skilful hands of Tarquin Leadbetter, his family, and his team birth their delicious liquor. They also own the Tarquin’s Gin Schools, based in Padstow and St. Ives, where you can sign up for a masterclass to know all about the distilling process. The Art Of Gin Making Like the most carefully wrapped Christmas present, every bottle of Tarquin’s is perfected from liquid to label before it hits the palate – and that goes double for the wonderfully nostalgic gin in your December Gin of the Month box. A Cornish Christmas Carol Tarquin pulled together botanicals from all around the world, aiming to create a truly Cornish gin. Finally, he hit on the perfect blend: green cardamom, bitter almond, grapefruit zest, lemon zest and violet blended with classic gin botanicals. Tarquin’s Cornish Dry Gin was born. The waves coming up the base, the frosted sea glass, the embossed puffin – all bring a very tactile feel to the bottle,” Tarquin says. “The dripping wax is a core brand identifier for us, and with this Christmas limited edition we wanted to add a little touch of warmth and luxury with the gold.” Here at Craft Gin Club, we’re all about the spirit of discovery. Like our members, we are all ears when exciting new launches arise and we love trying out drinks that push the spirit boundaries!