Eden Mill Love Gin

Eden Mill makes its Love Gin by hand in copper pot stills on Scotland's east coast, and the affection in the name is earned. The botanical choices lean floral and tender: delicate rose petals and refreshing hibiscus flowers, which between them tint the spirit a soft pink and lend a natural sweetness. That smooth, gentle character is the point, finished off in an elegant ceramic bottle that makes the whole thing feel like a gift.

The nose is floral, rose petals over sweet berry. The palate turns to exotic fruit, sweet vanilla and ripe strawberry, the sweetness rounded rather than cloying. It finishes long, sweet and fruity. This wants a light tonic and a few fresh strawberries or a curl of grapefruit, or it can carry a blush-pink spritz for something celebratory.