Archie Rose Signature Dry Gin: Australia's Native Botanicals, Beautifully Harnessed

Kenji Watanabe — Too herbal for my liking

6/10

The native river mint and lemon myrtle are quite assertive here. I can appreciate the craftsmanship at 42%, but the dorrigo pepper combined with all those native botanicals makes it a bit too unusual for my palate. Not one I'd reach for regularly.

Priya Sharma — Uniquely Australian flavours

8/10

Blood lime tartness on the nose is immediately distinctive. The dorrigo pepper spice gives it real character, and the lemon myrtle brightness cuts through beautifully. A proper showcase of Australian native botanicals.

Samir Patel — Layers upon layers

8/10

Vibrant and layered is the perfect way to describe this. The lemon myrtle brightness hits first, then the river mint coolness, then the dorrigo pepper warmth. Beautifully constructed from start to finish.