First Impressions
Zealot's Heart took master distiller Steven Kersley 197 tries to perfect — seventeen botanicals including both Szechuan and Sansho peppercorns, goji berries, meadowsweet and lemongrass. Distilled in BrewDog's bespoke triple-bubble copper still, the only one in existence, providing maximum copper contact.
Tasting
The nose is punchy juniper with citrus zest and light lingering florals. On the palate, juniper at the heart with an extended spice selection — citrus peels and floral notes contributing to rich performance, earthy yet sweet-spiced. The finish is spicy and lingering with complex dual-peppercorn warmth.
The Bottom Line
Zealot's Heart earns a 7 for 197-iteration commitment to getting it right. The seventeen botanicals and triple-bubble still create a gin that is simultaneously classic and intensely spicy. For juniper purists it may be too spiced; for spice lovers it is a revelation. At around £32, BrewDog's premium gin offering.
