{"product_id":"monks-mary-jane-gin-50ml","title":"Monks Mary Jane Gin 50ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eProduced by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMonks Distillery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in the Breede Valley, Monks Mary Jane Gin reflects the distillery’s adventurous, small-batch approach to contemporary South African gin. Built as South Africa’s first off-grid distillery, Monks combines traditional copper pot distillation with botanicals inspired by the surrounding Cape landscape and indigenous flora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eMary Jane became notable as South Africa’s first hemp-infused gin, incorporating hemp alongside local botanicals such as slangbos and renosterbos. The gin is handcrafted in small batches using crystal-clear mountain water and a classic juniper-forward base, while the botanical selection adds an earthy, herbaceous complexity that sets it apart from more conventional dry gins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003eDespite its unconventional inspiration, the style remains polished and balanced rather than novelty-driven, offering a distinctly modern Cape craft gin profile with freshness, savoury depth and subtle citrus lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003eCrystal clear with bright brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eClassic juniper and citrus peel lead initially, followed by soft herbal aromas, fynbos, cracked black pepper and subtle earthy hemp notes. There is a gentle floral freshness beneath the savoury character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eSmooth and rounded with a soft mouthfeel. Earthy botanicals and herbaceous spice sit alongside orange zest, coriander and delicate citrus sweetness. The hemp infusion adds texture and depth without dominating the palate, while the juniper backbone keeps the style clean and structured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003eLong, dry and fragrant, with lingering pepper spice, fresh herbs and subtle sweet citrus notes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monks","offers":[{"title":"Each","offer_id":45240798183603,"sku":"SPNVXXXX14","price":49.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/MonksMaryJaneGin50ml.jpg?v=1776413887","url":"https:\/\/www.wineofthemonth.co.za\/products\/monks-mary-jane-gin-50ml","provider":"Wine of the Month","version":"1.0","type":"link"}