Hendrick's Gin: The Cucumber-Rose Revolution That Actually Earned Its Fame
Contemporary 44% ABV ABV William Grant & Sons
27 February 2026
The original cucumber gin
Hendrick's set the template for contemporary gin at 44% ABV. The cucumber skin freshness, rose water delicacy, and soft juniper create a profile that's instantly recognisable. With coriander and cubeb berries adding spice, it's endlessly appealing.
24 February 2026
Smooth and distinctive
There's nothing quite like the Hendrick's experience at 44%. Fresh cucumber, delicate rose water, and meadowsweet on the nose, followed by that silky palate of juniper and coriander. The clean, refreshing finish with rose petal is gorgeous.
29 January 2026
Iconic but cucumber divides
Hendrick's at 44% is beautifully made — the cucumber and rose water nose is unmistakeable, with juniper, coriander, angelica, orris root, and cubeb berries all playing their part. But the cucumber coolness and floral character can feel too soft for those who prefer juniper-led gins.
22 November 2025
A modern classic
Hendrick's at 44% is the contemporary gin that started a revolution. The silky mouthfeel, cucumber coolness, and rose petal florals are beautifully supported by juniper, coriander, and angelica. The orris root and cubeb berries add depth. Simply outstanding from William Grant & Sons.
7 November 2025
Crowd favourite for good reason
Hendrick's at 44% converts more non-gin drinkers than any other bottle. The cucumber and rose water smoothness, supported by gentle juniper and elderflower notes on the palate, make it universally appealing. The silky mouthfeel is remarkable.
26 October 2025
Still the benchmark
Years after its launch, Hendrick's at 44% ABV remains the benchmark for contemporary gin. The cucumber and rose are iconic, but it's the supporting cast — juniper, coriander, angelica, orris root, cubeb berries — that gives it real depth. The medium-length finish is clean and refreshing.
8 October 2025
The gin that changed everything
Hendrick's at 44% is a masterpiece from William Grant & Sons. The cucumber, rose water, juniper, coriander, angelica, orris root, and cubeb berries create a contemporary gin of staggering beauty. That silky mouthfeel, the meadowsweet and chamomile on the nose, the clean finish — every element is perfect.