Ableforth’s Bathtub Gin – Cask-Aged, a gin that feels like it was made by candlelight and curiosity. Inspired by the spirit of 18th-century experimentation, it’s a masterful fusion of vintage craft and modern ingenuity. Imagine oak barrels stacked in a quiet cellar, the scent of spice and citrus steeping into wood over time, this is gin that’s been given the patience and reverence usually reserved for fine whisky.

Ableforth’s Bathtub Gin – Cask-Aged
Brand: Ableforth’s | Category: Cask-Aged Compound Gin | ABV: 43.3% | Origin: England | Volume: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Deep and aromatic, juniper takes the lead, wrapped in layers of cinnamon, cardamom, and sweet orange peel. Subtle vanilla and toasted oak notes drift through, hinting at the time it spent resting in wood.
Palate: Rich and textured. Classic Bathtub Gin botanicals, clove, coriander, and orange zest, merge seamlessly with oak spice, caramel, and a touch of vanilla sweetness. The aging adds warmth and roundness, transforming the bright botanicals into something almost whisky-like.
Finish: Long, smooth, and gently spiced. Notes of citrus peel, nutmeg, and honeyed oak linger, leaving a glow that’s both comforting and complex.

Production Details:
The journey begins with Ableforth’s award-winning Bathtub Gin, a cold compounded spirit made by infusing premium botanicals into high-quality base gin, resulting in an intensely aromatic flavor. This expression is then matured in oak casks, allowing the spirit to deepen in color and complexity. The result is a gin that bridges two worlds: the crispness of a London Dry and the richness of a fine aged spirit.

Perfect For:
Evenings that deserve depth, the kind that call for quiet music, dim lights, and conversation. Perfect sipped neat, over ice, or used to reimagine classic whisky cocktails like the Old Fashioned or Negroni. It’s gin, but elevated to contemplative art.

Expert Notes:
Cask-aged gins are still rare, and few achieve the balance that Ableforth’s has mastered. Critics call it “a gin for whisky drinkers,” praising its smooth integration of oak and botanicals. Bartenders value it for its versatility, equally brilliant in stirred cocktails as it is in slow, neat pours.

Customer Reviews:
“It drinks like a gin and a fine cognac had a perfect love affair.”   Harrison F.
“The oak brings warmth and spice without overpowering the botanicals.”   Claire M.
“I use it in Negronis, and it adds this incredible depth. A game-changer.”   Liam R.

Interesting Fact:
The “Bathtub” name pays homage to the Prohibition-era method of infusing spirits in small containers at home, not literally in bathtubs, but in the spirit of unrestrained experimentation. The signature brown paper wrapping and wax seal are now iconic symbols of Ableforth’s dedication to craftsmanship and detail.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat or over ice to appreciate its layered profile. For a creative twist, try it in an Old Fashioned with a dash of orange bitters, or swap it for whisky in a Manhattan for a modern spin. It also pairs beautifully with rich desserts like dark chocolate or crème brûlée.

Distillery Background:
Founded by the inventive team behind Ableforth’s, the brand rose to prominence for its revival of historical distilling methods and bold approach to flavor. Based in Kent, England, the distillery became famous for its meticulously handcrafted spirits, from cold compounded gins to rum and sloe gin. The Cask-Aged expression embodies everything Ableforth’s stands for: curiosity, quality, and a touch of eccentric English charm.