Poetic License begins with The Rarities

Independent small batch distillery, Poetic License, has released its first product in The Rarities range, with Orange Blossom Gin.

The Rarities are set to be a one batch distillation of whatever the distillers at Poetic License see a market for. There will only be a few hundred bottles of each.

Luke Smith, distiller, says: “We like to indulge in our creative side and wanted drinkers to be able to enjoy more of our experimental concoctions with us. Hence, The Rarities was born.”

“Orange Blossom is a beautiful flavour that we knew we wanted to use. We experimented with it in vodka but actually felt the flavour sat very well in with the juniper of gin. It’s an uplifting drink that stirs up the vibes of the lighter, warmer months.  It drinks really well with Mediterranean tonic and an orange peel and rosemary garnish.”

Located in the North East, Poetic License Independent Small Batch Distillery launched in 2015. They make their award-winning spirits on 500L still, Gracie, which is based in a bar of the same name. They have three core products (Northern Dry Gin at 43.2%, Old Tom Gin at 41.6% and Graceful Vodka at 40.4%) and well as always having a seasonal offering available; at the moment, this is their Fireside Gin with flavours of mulled winter fruits.

Future products for The Rarities are still under-wraps but Smith says: “We have lots of ideas, so keep your eyes on our social media for more information and, if you see them, make sure you grab them while you can!”

Orange Blossom Gin Rarity will be available to from the start of February with pre-orders now being taken.

Buy online now at www.poeticlicensedistillery.co.uk or for trade sales enquiries please contact Beth Race on 0191 5103564 or beth@poeticlicensedistillery.co.uk

26 January 2017 - Sam Coyne The Drinks Report, editorial assistant