Slingsby Gin recently launched a gooseberry-flavored expression that was based on the fruity tones found in New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. The wine-inspired gin spirit was specifically created to capture the unique finish of the New Zealand wine and was first available to sample at a Slingsby store—with positive feedback, what began as a trial product is now a permanent expression from Slingsby Gin.
While the gooseberry-flavored gin features the same familiar botanical base as the brand's classic London Dry Gin, it is enhanced with fresh, locally sourced Yorkshire gooseberries, which are tangy and sharp. Even so, Slingsby Gin co-founder Mike Carthy notes, "The feedback we’ve had so far is how the taste is nothing like you imagine a gooseberry gin to be, but in a good way, so we highly recommend trying over ice, with tonic water."
Wine-Inspired Gin Spirits
Slingsby Gooseberry Gin Boasts the Fruity Notes of a Sauvignon Blanc
Trend Themes
1. Wine-inspired Spirits - Innovative spirits that mimic the unique finish of popular wines, such as Slingsby's gooseberry gin, may disrupt the wine and spirits industry and attract wine enthusiasts looking to try new flavors in their cocktails.
2. Locally-sourced Ingredients - The use of locally sourced ingredients in spirits, such as Slingsby's use of Yorkshire gooseberries in their new gin, presents an opportunity for local farmers and could boost the farm-to-table trend in the drink industry.
3. Unconventional Flavor Combinations - By creating spirits with unexpected flavors like gooseberry, Slingsby Gin has opened up new possibilities for pairing cocktails with food and could potentially attract a younger, adventurous consumer base who prefer unique and unconventional beverage options.
Industry Implications
1. Wine and Spirits - Slingsby Gin's wine-inspired spirits could disrupt the wine and spirits industry by offering a unique alternative to traditional wine and spirits flavors that may attract new customers and appeal to wine enthusiasts looking for something different.
2. Local Farming - The trend towards locally-sourced ingredients in spirits, like Slingsby Gin's use of Yorkshire gooseberries, could present an opportunity for local farmers to supply ingredients to the drink industry and benefit from increased demand for their products.
3. Food and Beverage - The trend toward unconventional flavor combinations in spirits, like the gooseberry flavor in Slingsby Gin, opens up new possibilities for pairing cocktails with food and could attract a younger, adventurous consumer base who prefer unique and unconventional beverage options.