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Gin 101
Spirit Guide
Botanical & Aromatic
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Gin starts life as a neutral grain spirit, then gets redistilled or infused with botanicals — always juniper, plus a mix of things like citrus peel, coriander, angelica root, and other herbs and spices. That botanical "recipe" is what gives each gin its signature flavor, so unlike vodka, gins can vary a lot from bottle to bottle.

Flavor Profile
What to listen for
Juniper-Forward Citrus Floral Spiced Herbal

Great for: martini drinkers · gin & tonic regulars · guests exploring botanicals

Good to Know
What is Old Tom Gin?

Old Tom is an old-school style of gin that sits between London Dry and genever — slightly sweeter and rounder, often with a touch of added sugar or a maltier, richer body. Think of it as gin's softer, slightly sweeter older cousin. It's a great option for guests who find drier gins too sharp, and it shines in cocktails that call for a little extra body and roundness.

Our Lineup
Gin, by the Glass
Gin Flavor Notes Price
BeefeaterWell
London Dry · England
Classic, juniper, crisp $9
Bombay Sapphire
London Dry · England
Light, citrusy, smooth $10
Haymans Old TomOld Tom
England
Sweet, malty, rounded $10
The Botanist
Scotland
Herbal, complex, earthy $11
Aria
Pacific Northwest
Bright, floral, fresh $11
Roku
Japan
Delicate, sakura, citrus $12
Ransom Old Tom GinOld Tom
Oregon
Rich, malty, barrel-rested $12
Hendrick's
Scotland
Cucumber, rose, floral $13
Freeland Gin
Oregon
Bright, local, fresh $14
Citadelle
France
Spiced, citrus, complex $15
Tanqueray Ten
England
Vibrant, citrus-forward $16
Song Cai
Vietnamese-inspired · Oregon
Lemongrass, ginger, spice $17.50
Freeland Old Tom GinOld Tom
Oregon
Sweet, rich, smooth $22
Everyday Pours
  • Beefeater — reliable, classic G&T base
  • Bombay Sapphire — light and easy for newer gin drinkers
  • Hendrick's — go-to for guests who love cucumber & rose notes
Talking Points
  • "Old Tom" guests = recommend Haymans, Ransom, or Freeland Old Tom for a rounder, sweeter pour
  • Song Cai & Roku are great conversation starters — both lean into specific regional flavors
  • For a "big" gin moment, Freeland Old Tom or The Botanist make a memorable neat pour