Hope on Hopkins Mediterranean Gin
Hope on Hopkins · Salt River, Cape Town
PremiumCrisp and herbaceous with a gently savoury Mediterranean edge. A reliable choice with classic tonic and a bright citrus garnish.
BotanicalsBuchu · Lemon Peel · Grains of Paradise
Serve withIndian Tonic + Naartjie Slice
Wilderer Fynbos Gin
Wilderer Distillery · Paarl
BotanicalEarthy, floral, and unmistakably Cape in character. Elderflower tonic and cucumber bring out the softer aromatic layers.
BotanicalsFynbos · Honeybush · Rose Geranium
Serve withElderflower Tonic + Cucumber
Pienaar and Son Empire Gin
Pienaar and Son · Cape Town
Citrus ForwardBright citrus on the nose with a dry, spicy core. It shines in a highball with tonic and a strip of orange peel.
BotanicalsOrange Peel · Coriander · Rooibos
Serve withDry Tonic + Orange Peel
Inverroche Classic
Inverroche Distillery · Still Bay
Fynbos ClassicBalanced and resinous with citrus lift. A dependable bottle for drinkers who want South African botanicals without losing classic gin structure.
BotanicalsFynbos · Juniper · Citrus Peel
Serve withIndian Tonic + Lemon Twist
Musgrave Pink Gin
Musgrave Spirits · Cape Town
Spiced PinkSoft spice and restrained berry notes keep this pink gin from becoming sugary. Best poured long with neutral tonic and fresh strawberries.
BotanicalsCardamom · Rosehip · African Ginger
Serve withClassic Tonic + Strawberry Slice
Cruxland Black Winter Truffle Gin
KWV · Paarl
Luxury BotanicalAromatic and dry with a subtle earthy truffle note that stays elegant rather than heavy. Excellent in a martini or a very cold G and T.
BotanicalsKalahari Truffle · Juniper · Lemon
Serve withPremium Tonic + Lemon Peel