Orange Gin – The Burst of Citrus You’ve Been Looking For
When dad and I set out on our mission to convert everyone into gin lovers, our aim was to craft a diverse range of gins. From the timeless London Dry style to the vibrant contemporary flavours that have driven the gin industry forward, our journey has been fuelled by innovation and passion.
After successfully introducing a couple of contemporary gins, we felt inspired to create something that would resonate with traditional gin lovers. Dad, our distiller, sought to create a recipe that embraced all the hallmarks of a London Dry style but then at the last minute, he decided to introduce navel oranges to the mix, anticipating this would impart a warm soft undertone to the gin.
Upon tasting the first batch fresh from the still, dad and I loved it. Far from the expected London Dry profile, the gin had a velvety smoothness and a rich depth of natural navel orange flavour.
Confident that we had something special on our hands, we decided to showcase our creation. HM No 5 Orange Gin was entered into the 2022 International Gin Awards in London, where it proudly earned a Bronze medal. Additionally, it received a Silver medal at the 2022 Australian Distilled Spirits Awards, further validating its exceptional quality and distinctive character.”
Amy (HM co-founder)
Botanicals
Crafting HM Orange Squeeze Gin
For the base of our Orange Squeeze Gin, we use the highest purity alcohol available in Australia and a double dose of juniper berries to bring out a bold juniper flavour. We then add coriander seeds, cinnamon, cassia sticks, and finely cut locally grown lemon and anise myrtles. And, of course, we include fresh navel oranges. The botanical basket is also filled with fresh navel oranges to further infuse the gin with navel orange flavour. With so much orange, it’s no wonder the Orange Squeeze tastes as good as it does.
The resulting concentrated gin has a smooth and rounded taste with a distinctive navel orange finish. It comes out of the still with an average alcohol by volume (ABV) of 78%. The gin is then stored in stainless-steel tanks, and after some time, it is diluted to 43% ABV, bottled, and packed, ready for you to enjoy.
Orange Squeeze Gin stands out from the crowd and you’ll know why once you taste it.
Awards
Silver, 2022 Australian Distilled Spirits Awards
Bronze, 2022 World Gin Awards
Bronze, 2023 Australian Distilled Spirits Awards
