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Banks and Bloom – Gin
S$85.00
Characteristics:
Alcohol Percentage: —- 40% ABV
Bottle Volume: —- 700 ml
Brand: — Banks & Bloom
Country of Origin: —Australia (Western Australia)
Category: —Contemporary Dry Gin (Australian Botanicals)
Description:
Banks & Bloom Gin is a citrus-forward contemporary Australian gin crafted with a fusion of native botanicals including blood lime, desert lime, wattle seed, saltbush, and samphire, layered atop classic juniper. Cold-distilled to preserve freshness, it offers a vibrant and complex profile—floral, herbaceous, and lightly saline. Balanced and smooth, it’s ideal for martinis, G&Ts, or modern citrus-led cocktails.
Nose: Bright citrus from native desert and blood limes followed by warming herbal juniper | Palate: Smooth and rich; hot distillation brings together roasted spices with native botanicals like wattle seed, saltbush, and samphire—resulting in a savory, slightly saline depth | Finish: Dry and citrus-balanced, with a clean, saline-tinged mouthfeel ideal for martinis or tonic serves
Sommelier Notes, Rating/Awards & Food Pairings Suggestions
Judging notes (Drinks Business Gin Masters Asia 2023):
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Awarded Gold in the Premium category
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Judges highlighted its dry botanicals, citrus, and juniper balance in blind tastings.
🏅 Awards & Recognition
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Gold Medal, Taste Australia Spirit Awards 2022
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Silver Medal, Perth Royal Show Spirit Awards 2022
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Gold Medal, The Drinks Business Asia Gin Masters 2023, for its dry botanicals, citrus, and juniper balance
Serving Suggestions:
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Gin & Tonic – Serve with premium Indian or Mediterranean tonic water; garnish with a slice of blood orange, lime, or a sprig of rosemary to highlight the native citrus and herbal notes.
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Martini (Dry) – Stir with dry vermouth and strain into a chilled martini glass; garnish with a lemon twist or green olive to complement its saline and citrus layers.
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Negroni – Equal parts Banks & Bloom Gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari over ice; garnish with an orange peel—the gin’s botanical complexity adds a refreshing lift.
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Australian Southside – 50 ml Banks & Bloom Gin, 20 ml lime juice, 15 ml sugar syrup, and fresh mint leaves; shake with ice and strain into a coupe glass. Refreshing and bright.
Pair With:
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Fresh oysters, grilled prawns, or saltbush lamb
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Citrus-based desserts like lemon tart or orange panna cotta
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Lightly spiced Asian cuisine (e.g., Thai, Vietnamese)
Delivery Note
Delivery charged at $10 per location in Singapore. Complimentary delivery for orders $300 and above.
