Ancestors Distilling 'Indigo' Gin, Colorado

Ancestors Distilling Indigo Gin, Colorado, USA, offers a bold and beautiful tribute to tradition, innovation, and color-changing alchemy. Distilled in Denver by founder Wes Panther, this expressive gin blends heritage-rich craftsmanship with contemporary flair. Colored naturally with butterfly pea flower and infused with a complex array of botanicals, Indigo Gin transforms with citrus-based mixers, shifting from deep indigo to a radiant magenta, making each pour a visual and sensory experience.

Product Details:

• ABV: 43% (86 Proof)
• Color: Natural Indigo from Butterfly Pea Flower
• Botanicals: Juniper, Coriander, Elderflower, Angelica, Orris, Cardamom, Grapefruit Peel, Lemon Peel, Lime Peel, Mint, Honeydew, Rose Petals, Butterfly Pea Flower

Sensory Description:

Juniper leads the aromatic charge with commanding clarity, while floral notes of elderflower and rose deliver elegance. Citrus zest from grapefruit, lemon, and lime adds a vibrant lift, with earthy undertones of angelica and orris root grounding the composition. A cooling whisper of mint and soft melon-like sweetness from honeydew lends an ethereal finish. On the palate, expect balance, structured and aromatic, with complexity that shifts beautifully in cocktails.

Distiller's Background:

Ancestors Distilling is helmed by Wes Panther, a Colorado native whose lineage spans Kentucky moonshiners and corporate distillers alike. With a background in distilling award-winning spirits across the South and a deep respect for the legacy of those who came before him, Wes established Ancestors Distilling in Fort Collins to blend passion, heritage, and craft. His journey from moonshine-running lineage to small-batch artisan production embodies the ethos of honoring spirits past while forging new traditions.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled over ice or mixed with citrus-forward cocktails to enjoy the gin’s striking natural color transformation. Try in a Gin Sour, Tom Collins, or with tonic and a twist of lime to unlock its vivid magenta hue. Ideal for bright, aromatic pairings such as ceviche, grilled shrimp, or herb-laced salads. Best served between 45–50°F (7–10°C).

Dynamic, vibrant, and steeped in storytelling, Ancestors Indigo Gin is a celebration in every glass, both a nod to the past and a toast to the future.