Sipsmith Strawberry Smash Gin

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Sipsmith Strawberry Smash is a clever and refreshing riff on Sipsmith’s classic London Dry formula, enhanced with strawberry and a hint of mint. It doesn’t lean into jamminess or heavy sweetness; instead it keeps things elegant, with the fruit and mint layering over the juniper base. It’s ideal for summer sipping or elevated cocktails where a touch of fruit lift is wanted without losing gin’s structure. Origins & Craftsmanship Part of Sipsmith’s Sipping Series / limited release lineup, developed with community feedback (members of their Sipping Society).  Fruit used: 122,000 strawberries from the 2020 harvest at Hugh Lowe Farms in Kent (the official strawberry grower for Wimbledon) were used for this gin.  Distillation method: It’s pot-stilled and vapor infused on Sipsmith’s experimental still “Cygnet,” with added English mint.  ABV / Proof: 40% ABV (80 proof).  Tasting Profile Element Notes Appearance Clear (transparent) gin; sometimes with a faint blush in certain lighting (some listings mention “clear with a hint of pink”)  Nose / Aroma Juniper-forward start, then strawberry and soft citrus notes. Mint appears as a gentle lift in the aroma, giving freshness.  Palate / Taste Strawberries lead, juicy but not sugary; mint weaves in to temper sweetness; behind that, typical gin botanicals—juniper and citrus. Balanced and light, not overcloying.  Finish Delicate fruitiness lingers, mingling with dry juniper and a cool mint essence. The finish stays clean rather than overly sweet. One write-up on Distiller points out that while strawberries are upfront, mid-palate they allow more classic gin notes (juniper, citrus) to come through, and the finish is dry with lingering red fruit flavor.  Food & Cocktail Pairings Cocktails / Serving Suggestions• Highball / G&T: 50 ml Strawberry Smash Gin + premium tonic or soda water + ice + fresh sliced strawberry garnish • Strawberry Smash Collins: Strawberry Smash Gin, lemon juice, sugar syrup, soda water—refreshing and summery. • Gin & Soda / Simple Serve: For a lighter sip, top with soda and garnish with mint or strawberry.• Gin cocktails with a fruit twist: Use this in place of straight gin in cocktails like a gin sour or gimlet to add strawberry nuance. Food Pairings• Fresh berries or a strawberry dessert (like strawberry shortcake or tart) — echoing the gin’s fruit notes• Soft cheeses (e.g. fresh chèvre, ricotta) served with berry compote or honey• Salads with citrus dressings or berries• Light seafood (ceviche, oysters) where the mint and fruit lift can harmonize• Desserts with mint or dark chocolate paired with berries Quick Overview Feature Detail Name Sipsmith Strawberry Smash Gin (aka Strawberry Smash Gin) Type Limited-edition flavored gin (fruit + botanicals) Fruit / Botanicals Strawberries (Kent, UK, Hugh Lowe Farms), English mint plus classic gin botanicals Distillation Pot distillation + vapor infusion on “Cygnet” still  ABV / Proof 40% ABV  Style / Character Fruity but elegant; strawberry with mint and gin structure; balanced and refreshing

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