Quintessential launches Sloe Bloom gin in UK

The first Sloe Bloom gin from the producers of the premium Bloom London Dry Gin, has been launched by Quintessential Brands.

Bloom gin is distilled in a traditional copper pot still by G&J Distillers in Warrington, north west England, which has been distilling fine spirits since 1761. Master distiller Joanne Moore is using hand-picked sloe berries macerated in Bloom giving a richly coloured, delicious twist to the floral gin.

Sloe Bloom is a limited edition and available from Harvey Nichols' seven stores and online, as well as at Taste of Christmas 21 - 24 November, Tobacco Dock, London. 28%abv RRP £25.00.

Tasting Note: Appearance: a rich ruby red colour. Nose: a subtle aroma of almonds and kirsch, blended with the light floral aroma of Bloom London Dry Gin. Taste: smooth opening, classical sloe taste, rounded off with some sweetness.

Sloe Bloom is distributed by Marblehead

Sloe Bloom Cocktails

Sloe Bloom Fizz
50ml Sloe Bloom
Top with Prosecco and serve in a chilled champagne glass

Sloe Bloom Punch
50ml Sloe Bloom
Dash of lemon juice
Dash of apricot brandy, peach bitters and top with cranberry juice
Put all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice, fine strain into a cocktail glass.

Sloe Bloom Winter Garden
50ml Sloe Bloom Gin
20ml Triple Sec
20 lime juice
40 ml cranberry juice
5ml grenadine
orange twist
Put all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice, fine strain into a cocktail glass.

12 November 2013 - Felicity Murray The Drinks Report, editor