First Impressions
Bristol Dry Gin was the first commercially available product from the micro-distillery established in 2016 under The Rummer Hotel in the heart of Bristol. It took 77 distillate trials to arrive at the final recipe — a level of development that borders on obsessive. The distillery is solar-powered, and their bottle return programme boasts a remarkable 90% return rate. Gold at the World Gin Awards and a Great Taste Award confirm the liquid matches the sustainability credentials.
Tasting
The nose is clean juniper with fresh lemon peel and a hint of coriander. On the palate at 40%, bright citrus meets warming spice, with angelica root providing earthy depth and rounded botanicals creating a spirit of meticulous balance — those 77 trials in the glass. The finish is crisp, dry, and refreshing with a peppery lift.
The Bottom Line
Bristol Dry earns a 7 — a gin that embodies its city: scrappy, fun, and party-loving, but with substance beneath the surface. The 77-trial development process produced a London Dry of genuine precision, and the solar-powered distillery with 90% bottle returns sets a standard for sustainable spirits. Best in a classic G&T. At £32, a gold-medal gin with a conscience. A gin for the people.
