If you’ve spotted The Botanist Hebridean Strength in an airport, you may be wondering how this exclusive release differs from the award-winning The Botanist Islay Dry Gin. Both expressions celebrate the wild botanicals of Islay, but each offers a distinct flavour profile tailored to different drinking occasions.
The Botanist Islay Dry Gin is known for its smooth, exceptional flavour due to its use of 22 hand-foraged botanicals from the Isle of Islay. Crafted with passion at Bruichladdich Distillery, it delivers a refined, nature-driven gin experience.
Body: Satin-smooth
Nose: A gentle procession of delicate floral and herbal botanicals
Taste: Complex layers of citrus, spicy, floral and wild herb notes
Finish: Relaxed, balanced and refreshing
This is the gin for premium gin explorers and newcomers seeking a refined, versatile spirit.
Perfect for the classic cocktail serves such as:
Gin & Tonic
Martini
Negroni
Available only in selected airports, Hebridean Strength is a bold, viscous expression of The Botanist with increased natural oils. With a higher ABV of 51.5%, it amplifies the island’s botanical intensity, with a more juniper-forward profile making it stand out in mixed drinks and cocktails. This expression is ideal for travellers looking for a standout, premium gin they can’t buy anywhere else.
Body: Rich and viscous
Nose: Bold botanicals that rise immediately
Taste: Deep, complex layers with a juniper-forward profile
Finish: Long and powerful
Designed for cocktails that benefit from structure and intensity:
Negroni
Martini
Gin Rickey
Islay Dry Gin is known for its balance offering floral, citrus and spicy notes. The 22 hand-picked botanicals and procession of flavours evoke the essence of what it's like to be on Islay on a gentle summers day. Hebridean Strength captures the bolder side of the island for those looking for a deeper experience. Juniper and floral notes are stronger and more prominent in intensity than the Islay Dry Gin.