Sipsmith Strawberry Smash Gin

Sipsmith Strawberry Smash is a clever and refreshing riff on Sipsmith’s classic London Dry formula, enhanced with strawberry and a hint of mint. It doesn’t lean into jamminess or heavy sweetness; instead it keeps things elegant, with the fruit and mint layering over the juniper base. It’s ideal for summer sipping or elevated cocktails where a touch of fruit lift is wanted without losing gin’s structure. Origins & Craftsmanship Part of Sipsmith’s Sipping Series / limited release lineup, developed with community feedback (members of their Sipping Society).  Fruit used: 122,000 strawberries from the 2020 harvest at Hugh Lowe Farms in Kent (the official strawberry grower for Wimbledon) were used for this gin.  Distillation method: It’s pot-stilled and vapor infused on Sipsmith’s experimental still “Cygnet,” with added English mint.  ABV / Proof: 40% ABV (80 proof).  Tasting Profile Element Notes Appearance Clear (transparent) gin; sometimes with a faint blush in certain lighting (some listings mention “clear with a hint of pink”)  Nose / Aroma Juniper-forward start, then strawberry and soft citrus notes. Mint appears as a gentle lift in the aroma, giving freshness.  Palate / Taste Strawberries lead, juicy but not sugary; mint weaves in to temper sweetness; behind that, typical gin botanicals—juniper and citrus. Balanced and light, not overcloying.  Finish Delicate fruitiness lingers, mingling with dry juniper and a cool mint essence. The finish stays clean rather than overly sweet. One write-up on Distiller points out that while strawberries are upfront, mid-palate they allow more classic gin notes (juniper, citrus) to come through, and the finish is dry with lingering red fruit flavor.  Food & Cocktail Pairings Cocktails / Serving Suggestions • Highball / G&T: 50 ml Strawberry Smash Gin + premium tonic or soda water + ice + fresh sliced strawberry garnish  • Strawberry Smash Collins: Strawberry Smash Gin, lemon juice, sugar syrup, soda water—refreshing and summery.  • Gin & Soda / Simple Serve: For a lighter sip, top with soda and garnish with mint or strawberry. • Gin cocktails with a fruit twist: Use this in place of straight gin in cocktails like a gin sour or gimlet to add strawberry nuance. Food Pairings • Fresh berries or a strawberry dessert (like strawberry shortcake or tart) — echoing the gin’s fruit notes • Soft cheeses (e.g. fresh chèvre, ricotta) served with berry compote or honey • Salads with citrus dressings or berries • Light seafood (ceviche, oysters) where the mint and fruit lift can harmonize • Desserts with mint or dark chocolate paired with berries Quick Overview Feature Detail Name Sipsmith Strawberry Smash Gin (aka Strawberry Smash Gin) Type Limited-edition flavored gin (fruit + botanicals) Fruit / Botanicals Strawberries (Kent, UK, Hugh Lowe Farms), English mint plus classic gin botanicals Distillation Pot distillation + vapor infusion on “Cygnet” still  ABV / Proof 40% ABV  Style / Character Fruity but elegant; strawberry with mint and gin structure; balanced and refreshing