5 Mile Forest Gin

5 Mile Forest Gin is a distinctive New Zealand craft gin that encapsulates the vibrant essence of Aotearoa's native forests, blending traditional and indigenous botanicals for a unique and refreshing experience.

Crafted by 5 Mile Distilling in Taupō, New Zealand, 5 Mile Forest Gin is a testament to the distillery's dedication to quality and innovation.

This gin artfully combines traditional botanicals such as juniper berries, coriander seeds, angelica root, walnuts, and lime peel with native New Zealand botanicals including horopito, kawakawa, and mānuka leaves. The result is a harmonious fusion of flavors that evoke the pristine beauty of New Zealand's forests.

Distilled in small batches using 50L stills, the production process involves both maceration and vapor infusion techniques to extract the best from each botanical. Following distillation, the gin is reduced to bottling strength with pure Tongariro water sourced from the National Park adjacent to Mt. Ruapehu, allowing the flavors to marry before bottling. This meticulous process ensures a smooth and flavorful spirit, perfect for enjoying in a classic gin and tonic or as the foundation for creative cocktails.