Ableforth's Bathtub Gin, Cask-Aged
ABV: 43.3% | Origin: England

Ableforth's Bathtub Gin, Cask-Aged, is a unique gin that undergoes a brief aging in oak casks. This process imparts notes of vanilla, spice, and a subtle oakiness to the classic Bathtub Gin botanicals, resulting in a richer, more complex flavor profile.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Warm vanilla, toasted oak, juniper, and spiced citrus
• Palate: Smooth and rich with layers of caramel, baking spices, orange zest, and herbal botanicals
• Finish: Long and complex, with lingering notes of oak, sweet spice, and earthy juniper

Production Details

• Distillation method: Cold-compounded (infusion-based) gin production
• Cask type(s): Aged in small oak casks for added depth and complexity
• Botanicals: Juniper, orange peel, coriander, cassia, clove, and cardamom
• Special processes: Barrel aging enhances smoothness, adding warm, woody notes to the botanical intensity

Perfect For

• Ideal for gin lovers looking for a unique twist on classic botanical flavors with added oak character
• Perfect for sipping neat, enjoying in a G&T with an extra layer of depth, or using in bold, spirit-forward cocktails

Expert Notes

• The cask-aging process gives Bathtub Gin a richer, more velvety texture with subtle vanilla and caramel notes.
• Retains the signature bold botanicals of the original Bathtub Gin, while adding a sophisticated, whiskey-like smoothness.

Customer Reviews

• "A fantastic gin with an elegant balance of spice, citrus, and oak." – Oliver P. ★★★★★
• "Perfect for those who love gin and whiskey—smooth, complex, and unique." – Sarah L. ★★★★½
• "A beautifully crafted cask-aged gin that works wonderfully in classic cocktails." – James R. ★★★★★

Interesting Facts

• Cask-aging is an uncommon but growing trend in gin production, adding a whiskey-like complexity to traditional gin flavors.
• Named after the historic method of illicit gin-making during the Prohibition era, though crafted with modern expertise.
• Each bottle is hand-wrapped and wax-sealed, giving it a vintage, small-batch appeal.

Serving Suggestions

• Enjoy neat or on the rocks to appreciate its warm, oaky complexity
• Use in a Negroni for a deeper, richer take on the classic cocktail
• Try in an Old Fashioned for a gin-based twist on the whiskey favorite

Distillery

• Produced by Ableforth’s in England, known for crafting innovative spirits that blend traditional techniques with modern creativity.