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Distilled in small batches, this gin showcases a distinctive botanical lineup built around eight different citrus fruits - a bright, bold expression of local produce and artisan distillation that feels both fun and remarkably balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppearance: Clear and crystalline in the glass, typical of well-made London-style gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eNose: Fresh and lively with a dominant floral juniper lift followed by vibrant citrus - orange, lemon and grapefruit - setting a bright aromatic tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003ePalate: Bold citrus zest character drives the palate, with juicy tangerine and lime sweetness balanced by a gentle earthiness from blood orange. The spicy juniper framework keeps it firmly in classic gin territory while the citrus blend adds depth and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003eFinish: Long, clean and citrus-tinged - lemon and orange peel linger, making every sip inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boplaas","offers":[{"title":"Citrus \/ 750ml Bottle","offer_id":45074368430259,"sku":"SPNV34GI02","price":385.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/boplaas-8-citrus-gin-750ml.jpg?v=1758711398"},{"product_id":"clemengold-gin-750ml","title":"Clemengold Gin 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eClemengold Gin celebrates the sweet, sun-ripened essence of the ClemenGold® mandarin, a South African favourite citrus variety, distilled into a classic Cape Dry gin. This craft spirit emphasises bold citrus layers by fermenting and distilling sundried ClemenGold peels alongside a core suite of botanicals - including juniper, cinnamon, orange peel, honey, almond, angelica root, violet root and coriander - in the heart of Cape Town. The result is a gin that bridges traditional dry style and South African zest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose: Fresh citrus zest - especially mandarin and orange - rises with juniper and gentle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003ePalate: Smooth and rounded, the palate showcases bold citrus flavours balanced with classic juniper backbone and subtle spice warmth (honey and cinnamon) that add depth without overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"instant-open\" aria-describedby=\"radix-_r_1hf_\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1874\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFinish: Clean and elegant with lingering sweet citrus and light botanical spice that invites both sipping and mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Firebrand","offers":[{"title":"Citrus \/ 750ml Bottle","offer_id":45074370035891,"sku":"SPNV34GI05","price":375.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/clemengold-gin-750ml.jpg?v=1758711412"},{"product_id":"african-craft-honeybush-gin-750ml","title":"African Craft Honeybush Gin 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eAfrican Craft Honeybush Gin is produced by Select Beverage Company, a Cape-based producer focused on creating accessible craft spirits that highlight local ingredients. At the heart of this expression is honeybush - a plant native to South Africa and closely related to rooibos - known for its naturally sweet aroma and gentle, earthy character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eRather than overpowering the base spirit, the honeybush is integrated into a classic gin framework, allowing juniper to provide structure while the indigenous botanical adds warmth and depth. The result is a distinctly South African interpretation of flavoured gin: rooted in place, expressive without excess, and designed for easy, everyday enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eCrystal clear with a bright, clean appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eSoft and inviting, with floral honeybush aromatics leading. Subtle notes of caramelised tea, light citrus, and underlying juniper add balance and lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eRounded and smooth, showing gentle honeyed sweetness upfront, quickly balanced by classic juniper and a touch of spice. The texture is soft but not heavy, keeping the profile approachable and well-defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003eLingering and slightly warming, with delicate spice and a faint earthy dryness from the honeybush that keeps it clean.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Select Beverages Company","offers":[{"title":"Other \/ 750ml Bottle","offer_id":45074368856243,"sku":"SPNV36GI05","price":459.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/african-craft-honeybush-gin-750ml.jpg?v=1758711477"},{"product_id":"hope-mediterranean-gin-750ml","title":"Hope Mediterranean Gin 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eHope Distillery’s Mediterranean Gin is crafted in Cape Town with a creative, contemporary flavour profile that draws inspiration from sun-drenched Mediterranean herbs and olives. This gin is distilled from Western Cape grape spirit and infused with a carefully chosen suite of twelve botanicals, including Manzanilla olives, fresh rosemary, thyme, basil and cardamom, giving it a distinctive savoury and herbaceous character rather than a purely citrus or floral style. It showcases balanced complexity and a compelling sense of place in every sip, standing apart from more traditional gins while still performing beautifully in classic serves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eColour: Clear and crystalline, as expected for a premium gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eNose: A savoury olive-led aroma greets the nose, with bright hints of orange peel and fresh herbs weaving through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003ePalate: Complex and layered, with rich olive notes mingling with herbal elements of rosemary, thyme and basil. 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The brand name BFUK stands for \u003cem data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"773\"\u003eBold. Free. Unique. Kind\u003c\/em\u003e, reflecting its creative spirit and independent philosophy. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eRather than relying solely on traditional European botanicals, this gin incorporates a blend of Cape fynbos ingredients - including honeybush, imphepho, confetti bush and an ultra-subtle hint of rooibos - that gives it a distinctively South African botanical profile. The result is a spirit that feels at home in a classic G\u0026amp;T but also rewards creative serves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eCrystal clear, typical of an unaged distillate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eInviting aromas of fresh herbs with leafy green notes and a hint of citrus rind. Subtle rooibos and honeybush aromas underpin a botanical depth that’s bright without being overly floral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1637\"\u003eClassic dry gin structure with juniper at the centre, supported by herbaceous fynbos character and light citrus. The local botanicals add intriguing texture and complexity without dominating the classic backbone of the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eSmooth and refreshing, with a lingering herbal-citrus brightness that makes it easy to enjoy neat, in a simple gin-and-tonic, or in contemporary cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blomendahl","offers":[{"title":"Other \/ 750ml Bottle","offer_id":45074377343155,"sku":"SPXX36GI26","price":499.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/13417-large_default.jpg?v=1762152462"},{"product_id":"blaauwklippen-farm-gin-750ml","title":"Blaauwklippen Farm Gin 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eBlaauwklippen Wine Estate is one of South Africa’s oldest wine farms, with a history dating back to the late 1600s. 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The approach is measured rather than experimental, aiming for clarity and harmony rather than overt intensity, resulting in a gin that feels both traditional and distinctly Cape in style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eColour: Clear and bright, with a clean, crystalline appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eNose: Fresh juniper leads, followed by citrus peel, subtle floral notes and gentle herbal nuances that hint at fynbos influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003ePalate: Dry and well structured, with juniper at the forefront supported by citrus zest and earthy, herbal undertones. 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