Sipsmith Strawberry Smash is a clever and refreshing riff on Sipsmiths classic London Dry formula, enhanced with strawberry and a hint of mint. It doesnt lean into jamminess or heavy sweetness; instead it keeps things elegant, with the fruit and mint layering over the juniper base. Its ideal for summer sipping or elevated cocktails where a touch of fruit lift is wanted without losing gins structure.

Origins & Craftsmanship

• Part of Sipsmiths 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: Its pot-stilled and vapor infused on Sipsmiths 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 botanicalsjuniper 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 waterrefreshing 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 gins fruit notes
  Soft cheeses (e.g. fresh chvre, 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