{"product_id":"isle-of-harris-gin-outer-hebrides-scotland","title":"Isle of Harris Gin, Outer Hebrides, Scotland","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested sugar kelp gives Isle of Harris Gin a distinctive connection to its Outer Hebridean home, adding a subtle coastal dimension to juniper, citrus and warming spice. Distilled in Tarbert in a small copper still called The Dotach, this 45% ABV Scottish gin brings together nine botanicals in a smooth, layered spirit. Its maritime character unfolds gently, making it equally engaging over ice, lengthened with tonic or stirred into a dry Martini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol by Volume (ABV):\u003c\/strong\u003e 45%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 US proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanicals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sugar kelp, juniper, coriander seed, cubeb, cassia bark, angelica root, bitter orange peel, orris root powder, and liquorice root.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSugar Kelp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sustainably gathered by hand from local sea-lochs by a diver.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small-batch distillation in The Dotach copper gin still.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpirit Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only the heart of the distillation is retained; heads and tails are removed from the process rather than recycled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork stopper.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Distiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Norman Ian Mackay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarthy juniper and pine introduce the nose, followed by bitter orange, lime and grapefruit. Floral impressions and crushed green herbs add detail beneath the citrus, with mixed spice and a restrained coastal note developing alongside them. The palate is smooth and rounded, balancing juniper’s bitterness with fruit flavours of orange, grapefruit and a little mango. Coriander and pepper bring definition to the long finish, where lingering citrus, gentle vanilla and a dry maritime impression remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble Gold Medals:\u003c\/strong\u003e International Spirits Challenge, 2024, Tasting Awards; New York World Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Competition, 2022.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold Medals:\u003c\/strong\u003e San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2026; The Spirits Business Global Gin Masters, 2022; Tokyo Whisky \u0026amp; Spirits Competition, 2022; World Gin Awards, 2021, London Dry category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLondon Spirits Competition, Gold and 94 Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024. “A long, smooth finish rich in citrus, spice, and herbaceous notes.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLondon Spirits Competition, Gold and 93 Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Medals:\u003c\/strong\u003e International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition, 2024, 2023 and 2021; San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2022.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign Recognition:\u003c\/strong\u003e International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition Design Award Winner, 2023, Contemporary Design; Design Award Highly Commended, 2021.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging Gold:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Gin Cooperative Awards, 2022, Scottish Gin Packaging Award.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity Judges Bronze:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Gin Cooperative Awards, 2022.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinalist:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Gin Cooperative Awards, 2022, Scottish Gin of the Year and London Dry Scottish Gin categories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistiller’s Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Isle of Harris Distillery opened in Tarbert in 2015 with a purpose extending beyond spirits production: creating skilled employment and supporting the future of its island community. Local distillers make the gin on Harris, using sugar kelp gathered from the surrounding waters to give the recipe a tangible connection to place. Head Distiller Norman Ian Mackay leads the current distilling team. The distinctive textured bottle echoes the island’s sea-shaped landscape, carrying that coastal identity from the spirit into its presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry a small pour around 12–16°C in a tulip-shaped glass, then add a little ice to explore how the citrus and spice develop. For the distillery’s classic serve, combine the gin with tonic, plenty of ice and grapefruit in a highball glass. A dry Martini with a grapefruit twist also suits its juniper and maritime character. Pair with oysters, smoked salmon, crab on toast or grilled scallops; cucumber sandwiches, salted almonds and lightly dressed fennel salad make lighter accompaniments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Dispensary","offers":[{"title":"750mL","offer_id":67678805393463,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/isle-of-harris-gin-outer-hebrides-scotland","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}