Daffy's Small Batch Premium Gin is a Scottish gin that combines traditional distillation with a distinctive botanical focus, particularly through its use of Lebanese mint. Produced by Daffy's Gin, it is made from a French grain spirit and distilled in a traditional copper pot still - an approach more commonly associated with whisky production. A slow maceration process is used before distillation, allowing the botanicals to fully infuse into the spirit.
The recipe is built around classic gin botanicals such as juniper, citrus peel, coriander, cassia, and orris root, but it is the Lebanese mint - sourced from a family estate - that defines the character of the gin. The brand was developed with the intention of creating a spirit that works both neat and in cocktails, focusing on balance and structure rather than strict adherence to London Dry conventions. The result is a gin that leans toward a more rounded and fresh style, shaped by its botanical selection rather than unusual production methods.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Juniper, citrus, fresh mint, and light spice.
Palate:
Smooth and balanced, with mint, lemon, coriander, and gentle warmth.
Finish:
Medium to long, with lingering mint, soft spice, and a clean herbal edge.
