Brockmans Gin 40% 700ml

Where Berries Seduce and Botanicals Surrender

There are gins you admire for their clarity, their dryness, their classic juniper-forward punch. And then there's Brockmans - a gin that doesn't just step outside the box, it melts it down and pours it into a velvet mould. Crafted in England and bottled at a smooth 40% ABV, this is a gin designed to charm. It leans into lush, ripe fruit, soft florals, and spice with the kind of confidence that whispers rather than shouts. Brockmans is indulgent, approachable, and unapologetically different.

At the heart of Brockmans is a bold decision: dial back the juniper and let fruit and softness lead. The botanical mix includes the usual suspects - coriander seed, angelica root, bitter orange peel - but the stars of the show are the blueberries and blackberries, infused to create a deep, velvety richness that defines the entire experience.

On the nose, Brockmans is instantly recognisable. Waves of ripe dark berries - think blueberry coulis and blackberry compote - meet a flash of citrus zest and a floral lift. There's a perfumed softness here that reads more like dessert than spirit, but without any artificial edge.

The palate is full, round, and luxuriously smooth. Fruit leads - those same dark berries, now with more presence - layered over gentle spice and the warming embrace of coriander and almond. The juniper is still present, but it plays second fiddle, rounding out the edges rather than dominating. The texture is soft and silky, more like a liqueur in mouthfeel, but without the cloying sweetness. The finish is juicy, lingering with notes of orange peel and a whisper of roasted nuts, leaving behind a palate that feels kissed, not coated.

This is a gin that doesn't need to shout for attention - it has that quiet, head-turning charisma that works in both simple and elaborate serves. In a G&T, pair it with a neutral tonic (Fever-Tree Light or Schweppes Cucumber are ideal) to let the botanicals shine. Garnish with fresh blackberries, a twist of orange, or even a sprig of basil if you're feeling adventurous. For cocktails, Brockmans was born for a Bramble - all that berry-on-berry goodness - but it also transforms a French 75, adding depth and intrigue to the bubbles. And yes, it's smooth enough to sip neat over ice, garnished or not.

Why You'll Love It:

Brockmans is the gin for when you're not really in the mood for gin - and that's exactly why it works. It's a gateway for the sceptical, a reward for the adventurous, and an indulgence for anyone craving something softer, darker, and a little more seductive in their glass. It doesn't fight tradition - it simply writes its own story, with berries and spice as the leading characters.

Whether you're a classic cocktail aficionado looking for a twist, or someone easing into the world of botanicals from the world of wine, Brockmans meets you where you are - and makes you want to stay a little longer.

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