Sagada Cellar Door Dry Gin captures the soul of the Philippine highlands, crisp mountain air, pine-kissed mornings, and the quiet hum of the Cordilleras. Crafted by hand in the mountain town of Sagada, this gin feels like a love letter to nature itself. Every sip carries the spirit of the uplands: pure, botanical, and deeply grounded in Filipino craftsmanship.

Sagada Cellar Door Dry Gin 20cl
Brand: Sagada Cellar Door | Category: Dry Gin | ABV: 45% | Origin: Sagada, Philippines | Vol: 20cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Bright and aromatic, like walking through a mountain herb garden. Juniper stands firm, supported by pine resin, citrus peel, and a whisper of local botanicals.
Palate: Crisp and layered. The juniper leads confidently, followed by notes of lemon zest, wild herbs, and a touch of spice from Sagada-grown botanicals. The texture is smooth yet bold, mountain purity meets small-batch precision.
Finish: Clean, dry, and slightly peppery, with lingering pine and citrus that fade gracefully.

Production Details:
Distilled in small copper stills at high altitude, this gin uses Sagada’s pure spring water and locally foraged botanicals, giving it a distinctly Filipino fingerprint. The slower fermentation brought by the cool mountain climate enhances its balance and aroma. Sagada Cellar Door’s process is all about patience, every bottle reflects the land’s rhythm, not the rush of mass production.

Perfect For:
Those evenings that call for reflection and quiet sophistication, best enjoyed neat or with premium tonic, as the mountain botanicals take center stage. Ideal for sunset moments, creative minds, and lovers of craft spirits who value authenticity over flash.

Expert Notes:
Among the emerging wave of Filipino gins, Sagada Cellar Door Dry Gin stands out for its clarity and sense of place. Bartenders praise its structure and versatility, strong enough for a classic martini, yet expressive enough to shine in a G&T. It’s a true representation of mountain craftsmanship meeting modern mixology.

Customer Reviews:
“Beautifully earthy and crisp. Tastes like Sagada in a glass.”   Carlo M.
“The balance is incredible, herbal, citrusy. You can feel the craftsmanship.”   Alyssa G.
“A local gin that could stand proudly next to any global brand.”   Tim R.

Interesting Fact:
The distillery’s water source comes from Sagada’s natural limestone aquifers, the same water that gives local coffee and produce their uniquely bright, clean flavor profile.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve with a premium tonic and a twist of calamansi peel for a Filipino touch. Add a sprig of rosemary or basil to bring out the mountain herb notes. For sipping, a splash of cold water opens up its more delicate citrus and spice layers.

Distillery Background:
Tucked away among Sagada’s pine forests and terraced hills, the Cellar Door distillery is a small family-run operation that champions sustainability and authenticity. Founded by passionate locals, it embraces slow distillation, local sourcing, and the artistry of handmade spirits. Their approach bridges tradition and innovation, redefining what Filipino craft distilling can be, one mountain-born bottle at a time.