Botanist Hebridean Strength Gin

The Botanist Hebridean Strength is a bolder voyage into Islay’s wild beauty — an elevated, travel-retail exclusive expression of The Botanist. Bottled at 51.5% ABV, it captures deeper intensity and a luxuriously viscous mouthfeel, while showcasing 22 hand-foraged island botanicals over a classic gin backbone. Rich, complex and unmistakably Hebridean, it’s a striking choice for collectors, martini lovers and refined gifting.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Sweet juniper and warm cassia lift from the glass before waves of wild thyme, mint and coastal herbs unfurl. The palate is plush and layered: fragrant juniper and citrus glide across a rich, oily texture, revealing evolving combinations of herb, spice and florals. It lingers long and powerful, with soft juniper, lemon, water mint and wood-sage carrying an elegant, saline echo of Islay.

Key Details

• Producer: Bruichladdich Distillery
• Type: Hebridean Strength Dry Gin
• Region: Islay, Scotland
• ABV: 51.5%
• Volume: 700ml
• Botanicals: 9 classic (juniper, coriander seed, angelica, cassia, cinnamon, liquorice, orris, lemon peel, orange peel) plus 22 hand-foraged Islay botanicals
• Signature Serve: Hebridean Martini or premium tonic over ice with a rosemary sprig or lemon peel

Cocktail Pairings

The elevated strength and silky texture sing in a chilled Hebridean Martini, showcasing pure Islay botanicals. For brightness, pour a Wild Islay Collins with lemon and soda; for depth, a Negroni lets the rich herbal core shine. A clean Gibson brings out spice and salinity, while a rosemary-garnished G&T or a citrus-zested Martini highlights the long, coastal finish.

Craftsmanship & Story

Progressively distilled on Islay at Bruichladdich, Hebridean Strength is a distiller’s blend exploring the deeper side of The Botanist. Classic gin botanicals are layered with 22 sustainably hand-foraged island plants, then bottled at higher strength to amplify texture and clarity of flavour — a luxurious, modern take on Islay’s terroir in gin form.

Special Features

Travel-retail exclusive and crafted for intensity, this edition marries a rich, viscous mouthfeel with a precise, herb-driven profile. The higher 51.5% ABV lifts aromatics and length, while the 22 native botanicals deliver a distinctly Hebridean cadence — fresh, floral, and subtly coastal — perfect for ultra-clean martinis and connoisseur gifting.

Recognition & Accolades

This edition continues The Botanist’s acclaim across respected competitions:

• Silver – International Wine & Spirit Competition (2024)
• Silver – Bartender Spirits Awards (2024)
• Gold – The Spirits Business Global Gin Masters (2023)

These honours underline its rich texture, lifted aromatics and polished balance — a standout within contemporary premium gin.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Opulent yet precise, Hebridean Strength is made for slowly savoured martinis, celebratory negronis and discerning collections. Its Islay provenance and elevated proof make a memorable gift for weddings, milestones and corporate occasions.

Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery

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