| Rating | 94 |
| Style | Gin |
| Produced In | Scotland |
| ABV | 50% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $45.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2025-04-16 |
The Botanist Distiller's Strength Review
Launched in September 2024, The Botanist Distiller’s Strength utilizes the same 22-strong mix of hand-foraged ingredients as the brand’s Islay Dry Gin but delivers them at 50 percent ABV (versus 46 percent). The increased alcohol intensifies the aromas and bolsters the palate, upping the mouthfeel and adding weight to the texture. All of which means it will shine even brighter in spirit-forward drinks like the Martini and Negroni.
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