Botanicals

Botanical Selection

Use this information together with the guide book to create the flavour profile of your gin

Select Multiple: will get you a spicy tart, rather than spice and a tart.

cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg.

Allspice

Pimenta dioica

Eugenol, Myrcene, Limonene

Adds a warm and spicy aroma with slightly sweet undertones, enhancing the gin's aromatic profile.

vanilla, chocolate, and cinnamon.

Almond

Prunus dulcis

Benzaldehyde, Phenylalanine, Quercetin

Provides a rich and nutty aroma with slightly sweet and floral undertones, enhancing the gin's smoothness.

cumin, coriander, orange

Ancho Pepper

Capsicum annuum

Capsaicin, Dihydrocapsaicin, Beta-Carotene

Provides a spicy and smoky aroma with slightly sweet undertones, adding a unique and complex note to the gin.

juniper, coriander, and citrus.

Angelica Root

Angelica archangelica

Alpha-Pinene, Beta-Phellandrene, Sabinene

Provides an earthy and herbal aroma with slightly spicy undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity and depth.

fennel, star anise, and cinnamon.

Aniseed

Pimpinella anisum

Anethole, Estragole, Anisaldehyde

Contributes a sweet and licorice-like aroma with slightly spicy undertones, enhancing the gin's sweetness and depth.

cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg.

Apple Chips (wild)

Malus domestica

Ethyl Butanoate, Hexyl Acetate, Hexanal

Provides a fresh and sweet fruity aroma with green apple notes, enhancing the gin's crispness and brightness.

citrus botanicals (lemon, lime), spice botanicals (cinnamon, clove), floral

Australian Anise Myrtle

Syzygium anisatum

Trans-anethole, Alpha-pinene, Myrcene, Alpha-phellandrene, Limonene, Beta-phellandrene, Para-cymene, ...

Provides a fresh, intense aniseed aroma, superior to traditional aniseed botanicals. It has a more pleasant licorice-like note, adding a sweet and fresh quality to gin.

eucalyptus, peppermint, and other citrus botanicals.

Australian Balm Mint Bush

Prostanthera melissifolia

Limonene, Gamma-terpinene, Linalool, Alpha-pinene, Sabinene, Myrcene

Offers a refreshing and uplifting aroma with a unique blend of citrus and herbal notes, complemented by floral and woody undertones.

sandalwood, cedarwood, and frankincense.

Australian Blue Cypress

Callitris intratropica

Guaiol, Chamazulene

Provides a woody and floral aroma with sweet and herbaceous undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity.

peppermint, rosemary, and lemon.

Australian Blue Gum

Eucalyptus globulus

1,8-Cineole, Alpha-pinene

Provides a strong menthol and eucalyptus aroma, adding a refreshing and medicinal quality.

ginger, basil, and lavender.

Australian Buddha's Hand

citrus medica

Limonene, Beta-Pinene, Gamma-Terpinene

Contributes a bright and fresh lemon aroma with a unique citron note, adding a refreshing quality to the gin.

lemon myrtle, lime, and bergamot.

Australian Desert Lime

citrus glauca

Limonene, Citral

Provides a strong citrus and lime aroma, enhancing the gin's freshness and brightness.

lemon myrtle, tea tree, and peppermint.

Australian Eucalyptus Australiana

Eucalyptus radiata

1,8-Cineole, Limonene, Alpha-pinene

Offers a fresh and clean eucalyptus aroma, enhancing the gin's crispness.

peppermint, rosemary, and lemon.

Australian Eucalyptus Blue Gum

Eucalyptus globulus

1,8-Cineole, Alpha-pinene

Provides a strong menthol and eucalyptus aroma, adding a refreshing and medicinal quality.

lemon myrtle, tea tree, and rosemary.

Australian Eucalyptus Blue Mallee

Eucalyptus polybractea

1,8-Cineole, Alpha-pinene

Offers a fresh and clean eucalyptus aroma with a hint of pine, enhancing the gin's crispness.

lemon myrtle, lime, and grapefruit.

Australian Eucalyptus Lemon Ironbark

Eucalyptus staigeriana

Citral, Limonene

Provides a strong lemon and citrus scent, bringing a refreshing brightness to the gin.

lemon myrtle, lime, and grapefruit.

Australian Finger Lime

citrus australasica

Limonene, Citral

Offers a strong citrus and lemon aroma with a unique finger lime twist, adding a refreshing and zesty note to the gin.

eucalyptus, tea tree, and lemon.

Australian Fragonia

Agonis fragrans

Globulol, Viridiflorol

Adds a fresh and green aroma with woody undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity.

eucalyptus, rosemary, and tea tree.

Australian Gumbi Gumbi

Pittosporum angustifolium

Alpha-pinene, Beta-pinene

Offers a fresh and resinous pine aroma with woody undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity.

lemon myrtle, lavender, and rose.

Australian Honey Myrtle

Melaleuca teretifolia

Linalool, Citronellal

Contributes a floral and citrus aroma, adding a delicate and refreshing note to the gin.

eucalyptus, tea tree, and rosemary.

Australian Kunzea

Kunzea ambigua

Alpha-pinene, Globulol

Imparts a fresh and woody aroma with herbal undertones, enhancing the gin's earthiness.

lime, grapefruit, and bergamot.

Australian Lemon Aspen

Acronychia acidula

Citral, Limonene

Provides a strong lemon and citrus aroma, adding a refreshing and zesty note to the gin.

lime, grapefruit, and bergamot.

Australian Lemon Myrtle

Backhousia citriodora

Citral, Limonene

Provides a strong lemon and citrus aroma, enhancing the gin's freshness and brightness.

lemon myrtle, lime, and eucalyptus.

Australian Lemon Tea Tree

Leptospermum petersonii

Geraniol, Nerol

Contributes a lemon and citrus scent, adding a refreshing and clean note to the gin.

lime, grapefruit, and lemon.

Australian Mango Myrtle

Syzygium leuhmannii

Citral, Limonene

Adds a mango and lemon aroma, bringing a unique and tropical note to the gin.

tea tree, eucalyptus, and rosemary.

Australian Manuka (Australian)

Leptospermum scoparium

Leptospermone, Flavesone

Imparts a spicy and woody aroma, enhancing the gin's warmth and complexity.

lemon myrtle, lime, and grapefruit.

Australian Native Lemongrass

Cymbopogon ambiguus

Citral, Limonene

Offers a strong lemon and citrus aroma, enhancing the gin's refreshing qualities.

thyme, rosemary, and sage.

Australian Native Oregano

Prostanthera rotundifolia

Carvacrol, Thymol

Provides a strong spicy and herbal aroma, adding depth and complexity to the gin.

rosemary, eucalyptus, and tea tree.

Australian Native Rosemary/Sage

Westringia fruticosa

Alpha-pinene, 1,8-Cineole

Offers a fresh and woody aroma with eucalyptus undertones, enhancing the gin's crispness and earthiness.

oregano, rosemary, and sage.

Australian Native Thyme

Prostanthera incisa

Thymol, Carvacrol

Provides a strong herbal and spicy aroma, adding depth and complexity to the gin.

lavender, rose, and lemon.

Australian Nerolina (Larruk)

Melaleuca quinquenervia

Linalool, Nerolidol

Provides a floral and citrus scent, adding a refreshing and aromatic note to the gin.

lemon myrtle, tea tree, and rosemary.

Australian Niaouli

Melaleuca viridiflora

1,8-Cineole, Alpha-pinene

Offers a fresh and clean eucalyptus aroma, enhancing the gin's crispness.

bergamot, lavender, and patchouli.

Australian Northern Sandalwood

Santalum lanceolatum

Beta-santalol, Alpha-santalol, Lanceol

Offers a rich and creamy woody aroma with sweet and spicy undertones, adding warmth and depth to gin.

lemon myrtle, lime, and grapefruit.

Australian Pineapple Myrtle

Backhousia myrtifolia

Limonene, Myrcene

Contributes a citrus and fruity scent, adding a refreshing and zesty note to the gin.

peppermint, eucalyptus, and lemon.

Australian Rivermint

Mentha australis

Menthol, Menthone

Offers a strong minty and fresh aroma, enhancing the gin's crispness and refreshing qualities.

lavender, rose, and lemon.

Australian Rosalina

Melaleuca ericifolia

Linalool, Alpha-terpineol

Imparts a lavender and floral aroma, adding a delicate and aromatic note to the gin.

rose, jasmine, and cedarwood.

Australian Rosewood

Dysoxylum fraserianum

Methyl jasmonate isomer, Spathulenol, Beta-eudesmol

Imparts a sophisticated floral and woody aroma with herbal undertones, adding elegance and complexity to gin.

black pepper, cedarwood, and clove.

Australian Saltbush

Atriplex nummularia

Beta-caryophyllene, Alpha-humulene

Provides a woody and earthy aroma with spicy undertones, adding depth and complexity to the gin.

frankincense, myrrh, and cedarwood.

Australian Sandalwood

Santalum spicatum

Alpha-santalol, Beta-santalol, Nuciferol

Provides a rich, woody, and creamy aroma with sweet and earthy undertones, adding depth and smoothness to gin.

lemon myrtle, lime, and grapefruit.

Australian Sea Parsley

Apium prostratum

Limonene, Myrcene

Offers a fresh and citrus aroma with earthy undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity and brightness.

black pepper, clove, and ginger.

Australian Tasmanian Pepperberry

Tasmannia lanceolata

Polygodial, Elemicin

Adds a peppery and spicy aroma, bringing a bold and warm note to the gin.

eucalyptus, rosemary, and lemon.

Australian Tea Tree

Melaleuca alternifolia

Terpinen-4-ol, Gamma-terpinene

Imparts a herbal and medicinal aroma, enhancing the gin's therapeutic qualities.

sandalwood, rose, and cedarwood.

Australian Wattle Seed

Acacia dealbata

Methyl anthranilate, Benzaldehyde

Contributes a sweet and floral scent with woody undertones, adding depth and complexity.

eucalyptus, juniper, and rosemary.

Australian White Cypress

Callitris glaucophylla

Alpha-pinene, Beta-pinene, Delta-3-carene

Offers a fresh and resinous pine aroma with sweet and pungent undertones, enhancing the freshness and depth of gin.

rosemary, thyme, and lavender.

Basil

Ocimum basilicum

Linalool, Eugenol, Methyl Chavicol, 1,8-Cineole

Provides a sweet and spicy aroma with anise-like undertones, enhancing the gin's aromatic profile and depth.

thyme, oregano, and black pepper.

Bay Leaves

Laurus nobilis

1,8-Cineole, Linalool, Eugenol, Methyl Eugenol

Adds a herbal and slightly floral aroma with spicy undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity and warmth.

chamomile, lavender, and honey.

Bee Pollen

Apis corbicula

Flavonoids, Phenolic Compounds, Terpenes

Provides a sweet and floral aroma with earthy undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity and depth.

carrot, apple, and ginger.

Beetroot (powder)

Beta vulgaris

Betalains, Nitrates, Betacyanins

Adds a sweet and earthy aroma with slightly bitter undertones, enhancing the gin's depth and richness.

lavender, neroli, and cedarwood.

Bergamot

citrus bergamia

Limonene, Linalyl Acetate, Linalool, Sabinene, Gamma-Terpinene, Bergapten

Provides a beautifully complex citrus aroma with underlying floral characteristics, common in Earl Grey tea.

clove, cinnamon, and pepper.

Black Cardamom

Amomum subulatum

Cineole, Terpineol, Limonene

Adds a smoky and spicy aroma with slightly menthol undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity and depth.

coriander, ginger, and citrus.

Black Pepper

Piper nigrum

Piperine, Limonene, Pinene

Provides a strong spicy and woody aroma with slightly citrus undertones, enhancing the gin's aromatic profile.

clove, cinnamon, and cardamom.

Blood Orange

citrus × sinensis

Limonene, Myrcene, Alpha-Pinene, Citral

Adds a sweet and tangy citrus aroma, enhancing the gin's fruity and vibrant profile.

mint, cucumber, and lemon.

Borage Flower

Borago officinalis

Gamma-Linolenic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids

Provides a fresh and slightly sweet cucumber-like aroma, adding a refreshing quality to the gin.

vanilla, coffee, and cinnamon.

Cacao Nibs

Theobroma cacao

Theobromine, Caffeine, Flavanols

Adds a rich chocolate aroma with bitter and nutty notes, enhancing the gin's depth and warmth.

cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

Calamus Root

Acorus calamus

Beta-Asarone, Alpha-Asarone, Eugenol

Contributes a woody and spicy aroma with slightly sweet undertones, adding depth and complexity to the gin.

chamomile, lavender, and rose.

Calendula Flower

Calendula officinalis

Quercetin, Lutein, Beta-Carotene

Adds a sweet and slightly spicy floral aroma, enhancing the gin's aromatic profile and complexity.

tomato, basil, and parsley.

Capsicum/Bell Pepper (Green)

Capsicum annuum

Capsaicin, Beta-Carotene, Luteolin

Provides a fresh and vegetal aroma with slightly bitter undertones, enhancing the gin's freshness and complexity.

tomato, coriander

Capsicum/Bell Pepper (Red)

Capsicum annuum

Capsaicin, Capsanthin, Beta-Carotene

Adds a sweet and fruity aroma with slightly spicy undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity and depth.

coriander, cumin, and dill.

Caraway

Carum carvi

Carvone, Limonene

Adds a warm and spicy aroma with earthy and nutty undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity and warmth.

coriander, cumin, and dill.

Caraway Seed

Carum carvi

Carvone, Limonene

Adds a warm and spicy aroma with earthy and nutty undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity and warmth.

cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg.

Cardamom Green

Elettaria cardamomum

Cineole, Terpinyl Acetate, Linalool

Provides a spicy and sweet aroma with slightly floral undertones, enhancing the gin's aromatic complexity.

celery, ginger, and coriander.

Carrot (pieces)

Daucus carota

Beta-Carotene, Alpha-Pinene, Limonene

Provides a sweet and earthy aroma with slightly woody undertones, adding a fresh and vegetal note to the gin.

citrus, pine, and floral botanicals.

Cascade Hop

Humulus Lupulus 'Cascade'

Myrcene, Humulene, Caryophyllene

Provides a citrus and floral aroma with piney notes, adding a unique and refreshing quality to the gin.

cinnamon, chocolate, and vanilla.

Cashew

Anacardium occidentale

Oleic Acid, Linoleic Acid

Provides a rich, nutty, and creamy aroma with slightly sweet undertones, enhancing the gin's smoothness.

cumin, and paprika.

Cayenne Pepper

Capsicum annuum

Capsaicin, Capsanthin, Beta-Carotene

Adds a strong spicy and hot aroma with slightly fruity undertones, enhancing the gin's complexity.

parsley, dill, and black pepper.

Celery Seed

Apium graveolens

Limonene, Beta-Selinene, Sedanolide

Provides a spicy and earthy aroma with a hint of bitterness, adding depth and complexity to the gin.

lavender, lemon balm, and honey.

Chamomile

Matricaria chamomilla

Bisabolol, Apigenin, Chamazulene

Provides a sweet and floral aroma with herbal undertones, adding a calming and aromatic quality to the gin.

cumin, and coriander.

Chilli

Capsicum annuum

Capsaicin, Dihydrocapsaicin, Beta-Carotene

Provides a spicy and hot aroma with slightly sweet undertones, adding a bold note to the gin.

cumin, oregano

Chipotle

Capsicum annuum

Capsaicin, Capsanthin, Beta-Carotene

Contributes a smoky and spicy aroma with slightly sweet undertones, enhancing the gin's depth and complexity.

lemon, parsley.

Chives

Allium schoenoprasum

Allyl Sulfides, Methyl Allyl Sulfide

Contributes a mild onion-like aroma with a hint of spiciness, enhancing the gin's savory notes.