'Prickly Pear & Rose Gin' is the latest expression from Waterloo Gin Company, which debuted nationwide on September 24, 2025, just in time for Negroni Week. Distilled in Austin, Texas, and inspired by the botanicals of the Texas Hill Country, the release combines prickly pear, hibiscus, and rose with Waterloo’s signature nine-botanical recipe and limestone-filtered water. The result is a striking gin with a rosy hue and a layered, floral-forward flavor profile that balances elegance with the rugged spirit of Texas.
This launch comes shortly after Waterloo’s rebrand under new owner John Paul DeJoria, co-founder of Patrón Tequila and Paul Mitchell. By adding Prickly Pear & Rose to its portfolio, alongside staples like 'Waterloo No. 9' and 'Waterloo Barrel-Aged,' the company strengthens its foothold in the premium spirits market. With distribution expanding to 20 states this year and a national rollout planned by 2026, Waterloo is positioning itself as a rising star in American gin.
Floral-Forward Gin Launches
Waterloo Gin Company's Prickly Pear & Rose Gin is Botanical and Bold
Trend Themes
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