# Vapor-Infused Liquors The New Craft Gin from 'Black Dot Spirits' is Made from Corn and Botanicals By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-06-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craft-gin References: [trndmonitor](http://trndmonitor.com/spirits-spotlight-black-dot-gin/) & [blackdotspirits](http://www.blackdotspirits.com/) 'Black Dot Spirits' has begun producing a new vapor-infused craft gin that blends the vibrant taste of juniper berries, with lime zest and other botanical ingredients. Combining a traditional distilling process with fresh Wisconsin flavors, 'Black Dot Gin' is the perfect spirit for mixing any [gin-based cocktail](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ginuary). The most unique aspect of Black Dot Gin is not the vibrant flavors, but the actual distilling process itself. The craft gin is made using vodka, which is run through a copper basket. As the vodka passes through the basket, vapors from the spirit pick up the flavors of the [juniper berries and other botanicals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nolets-silver-gin). Through this process, the vodka ultimately becomes a flavored gin, which is finished off with a mix of lime zest, orris, cucumber, coriander and angelica root. The end result is a light, vapor-infused craft gin that features the vibrant taste of juniper berries. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vapor-infused Beverages:** Explore the potential of vapor infusion for other types of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. - **Botanical Flavors:** Experiment with different combinations of botanical ingredients to create unique and exciting flavor profiles. - **Craft Distilling:** Invest in small-batch, artisanal methods of distilling to produce high-quality, unique spirits. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Alcoholic Beverages:** Revitalize the alcoholic beverage industry by incorporating unique and innovative production methods. - **Non-alcoholic Beverages:** Experiment with using vapor infusion to create unique and delicious flavors in non-alcoholic beverages. - **Food and Flavor Industries:** Exploit botanical ingredients to create new flavor products that appeal to consumers looking for unique and interesting taste experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Traditionally Made Narrative Alcohols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/copper-in-the-clouds.md) - [Wine-Inspired Gin Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinot-noir-gin.md) - [Boutique Orange-Infused Gins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orange-bergamot-infused-gin.md) - [Low-Alcohol Gin Distillates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drop-of-gin.md) - [Artisanal Californian Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/common-ground-spirits.md) - [Crafty Canned Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafty-canned-cocktail.md) - [Gherkin-Infused Gin Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vive-le-cornichon.md) - [Bacon-Horseradish Gins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-gin-spirit.md) - [Aromatic Botanical-Infused Gins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/willoe-gin.md)