First Impressions
Copper Rivet Dockyard Gin celebrates Chatham Dockyard's naval heritage — one of only six UK distilleries controlling the entire grain-to-glass process. Wheat, barley and rye grown nearby are distilled in the patented copper still Janet in 900-bottle batches.
Tasting
The nose shows dry citrus floral top notes. On the palate, sweet spicy mid-notes following citrus — woody juniper with vanilla hint, strong citrus with zesty lemon upfront and warm coriander at heel. The finish is moreish with smooth spiced close.
The Bottom Line
Dockyard Gin earns a 7 for genuine grain-to-glass provenance from a naval heritage site. The 900-bottle batches ensure craft integrity, and the locally grown grain gives it terroir. A contemporary gin with deep historical roots.
