The Cotswolds Distillery, Dry Gin Essence, England (46%)

A very interesting and innovative product from the team at Cotswolds. This pocket-sized gin and tonic ingredient is very useful for travel and a good way to ensure a similar-tasting gin and tonic without using too much alcohol. This 10cl bottle has a highly concentrated, intense amount of botanicals crammed into a tiny amount of liquid. The recommended serve is 200ml of tonic water with 5ml (5 x pipette drops), with your garnish of choice. 

An excellent stocking filler, it’s handy all year round to have in a small travel bag for a refreshing taste of the Cotswolds. One bottle contains enough for 20 gin and tonics. Each 5ml serving contains just 0.23 units of alcohol and 14 calories.

Sam Phillips, Commercial Manager - Spirits, Berry Bros. & Rudd (November 2023)