The Botanist Gin has a deep connection to the terroir. Twenty-two foraged botanicals are handpicked locally and sustainably across an entire growing season to craft The Botanist, an artisanal gin from the Isle of Islay in Scotland.
They are then carefully dried and slow simmer distilled with pure Islay spring water in a unique Lomond Still, affectionately nicknamed Ugly Betty. The result is a smooth yet complex gin that speaks of Islay. Sustainability has been a vital part of The Botanists journey and why they have a long-term vision to continue to be more sustainable in everything they do. Becoming B Corp certified was a huge achievement that helped solidify the commitment towards a more sustainable future.
To raise awareness of sustainable growing practices this October, The Botanist is supporting Community Gardens in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch to help them champion regenerative local food in each of their communities.
In Auckland, they’re supporting Kelmarna Gardens in Ponsonby, an organic community farm who has been providing the local community with delicious, healthy food for over 40 years.
To show your support, head along to one of the local, participating bars and order a Botanist Gin drink and $5 from each sale will be donated to Kelmarna Gardens. Not only is this an opportunity to support your local community and raise awareness for sustainably grown food, it also supports our hospitality industry. What better way to catch up with friends over a delicious G&T or Negroni and do good.
For the participating bars and community gardens involved, head to hancocks.co.nz/botanistginnz.
