Born in the heart of Drumshanbo, this handcrafted Irish gin proudly bears the creative signature of The Shed Distillery while opening up to Mediterranean splendour. Drumshanbo Gunpowder, Figue et laurier d’Italie, Irish Gin 43% relies on the aromatic eloquence of the famed Gunpowder Irish Gin, whose Eastern botanicals and Gunpowder green tea form a precise, bright and luminous backbone. The infusion of Italian fig brings a generous, indulgent caress, while the bay adds a herbaceous, slightly floral note, evoking an Italian garden at golden hour. For aficionados seeking a spirit that is both soft and upright, this gin resolves a rare equation: pairing fruity roundness with savoury freshness, fine spice with a crystalline mouthfeel. It stands out for its balanced depth, cocktail versatility and distinguished profile—perfect as an aperitif or in signature mixology. An exceptional creation that transcends the ordinary to reveal an art of living tinged with an Italian breath.

Production and botanical infusion

This gin is crafted from the Drumshanbo Gunpowder Irish Gin base, famed for its union of Eastern botanicals and Gunpowder green tea, whose lively tea character gives tension and momentum. In this special edition, the distillery skillfully marries an infusion of Italian fig, soft and generous, with the aromatic nobility of bay, a plant emblematic of the peninsula. The objective—successfully achieved—is to preserve the generous, spicy thread of the Gunpowder while unfolding a Mediterranean register that is both indulgent and herbaceous. The result is expressed without heaviness, carried by crystalline purity, fine precision and a clear aromatic reading that showcases each ingredient with elegance.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : Clear and crystalline; the transparency suggests a neat structure and an unadorned aromatic expression.
• Nose : Initial lift of ripe fig, soft and caressing, followed by bay leaf with floral and herbaceous accents. A citrus zest and a fine thread of spice hint at the Gunpowder signature and promise a balanced palate.
• Palate : Smooth, luminous entry supported by the fruity roundness of fig. The bay brings structure and drive, an aromatic breath that lengthens the profile and guides the tasting to a persistent finish, fresh and lifted, where sweetness, delicate herbs and chosen spices mingle.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve well chilled, preferably over a large ice cube to preserve aromatic purity. In a gin & tonic, favour a balanced tonic water to let the fig and bay express themselves. Recommended garnishes: lemon zest for lift, bay leaf for herbaceous elegance, or a thin slice of fig when in season. Recommended signature serve: 45 ml of gin, a dash of lemon juice, a measured amount of simple syrup, top with sparkling water, then add ice and chill briefly. In creative mixology, it supports delicate bitters and ripe citrus without ever losing its backbone.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : green olives, taralli, herb focaccia, toasted almonds.
• Cocktails : elegant gin & tonic, bay highball, spritz reimagined with fig, sour lengthened with sparkling water.
• Starters : sea bream carpaccio with citrus, burrata with heirloom tomatoes, fennel and citrus salad.
• Cheeses : pecorino, sheep tomme, fresh goat cheese scented with bay.
• Desserts : thin fig tart, panettone with candied citrus peel, lemon-bay granita.

Occasions to enjoy

Drumshanbo Gunpowder, Figue et laurier d’Italie, Irish Gin 43% is the ideal companion:

• For a refined aperitif where the fruity-herbaceous balance immediately creates a convivial and distinguished atmosphere.
• During a Mediterranean dinner, paired with sunny dishes for an aromatic dialogue of rare precision.
• As a connoisseur’s gift, a singular, memorable signature to enhance a fine spirits collection.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Drumshanbo Gunpowder, Figue et laurier d’Italie, Irish Gin 43%
• Origine : Drumshanbo, Ireland
• Catégorie : Spirits, Irish gin
• Style : Gin infused with fig and Italian bay
• Key botanicals : Gunpowder green tea, Italian fig, Italian bay, Eastern botanicals
• Alcohol by volume : 43% vol.
• Distillery : The Shed Distillery
• Aromatisation method : fig and bay infusion on a Drumshanbo Gunpowder base
• Volume : 70 cl
• Serve : well chilled, on ice, in a gin & tonic or signature cocktail