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Botanicals | Szechuan Pepper | Explorer's Gin
Szechuan pepper provides the warmth and spice in Explorer’s Gin. It originated from China and has been used in culinary foods since the 14th century. Most people will remember their...
Pepper. The Spice That Changed Global Trade
We use pepper in our Great Bustard Gin range, it adds a lovely warmth to the spirit alongside a menthol note. Pepper originated from the southwest of India. It became...
How to drink Explorer's Gin
Explorer’s Gin is best enjoyed with intention. Serve it simply with quality tonic and a citrus peel, or let it shine in a martini or sour where its cedar, citrus,...
