Navy Strength Gin Product Launch

Eighteenth Century Royal Navy officers suspected that some distillers in Great Britain were diluting their gin to an unacceptable low proof. They tested the proof by pouring some of the gin on their gunpowder to see if it would still ignite, making it “Navy Strength”. We wanted to have a little fun exploring this style and decided to try our Fieldnotes Gin recipe at a higher proof.

Despite the same recipe as our Fieldnotes Gin, the flavor profile is quite different. At 114 proof and unfiltered, this gin showcases a much more prevalent juniper character. The floral notes are more subtle with a stronger herbaceous profile coming through, highlighting many of the cooking spices that we use. The results are soft but with depth and complexity creating a truly unique gin. Serve in a standard gimlet, martini or mixed with tonic.