Juniper, Angelica Root, Coriander, and Winter Savory: The History of Gin in Four Botanicals

The entire tradition of gin, with the intoxicating scent of juniper and its smooth, velvety flavor.

There is a legendary gin, the quintessential London Dry Gin, created in the heart of London at the renowned Thames Distillers, according to a closely guarded family recipe by Berry Bros. & Rudd.

This extraordinary elixir has always been an object of desire, so much so that it made its debut in the Berry Bros. & Rudd catalog way back in 1909, sealing its legacy of quality and sophistication. The importance of this drink has been etched in history, earning it a place of honor in the famous book "The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks" by David Embury, an authority on cocktails, published in 1948.

Even during Prohibition in 1933, Berry Bros. & Rudd decided to expand into the American market, with historical records showing the sale of small quantities of the renowned "Berry's Best London Dry Gin" in the US as well. The 1950s brought further secrets and privileges, with London Dry Gin reserved only for the most special customers, including iconic director Frank Capra.

To this day, only a single bottle of the original London Dry Gin remains, from which experts have recreated what was once known as "Berry's Best." Berry’s Gin, composed exclusively of four magical botanicals – juniper, angelica root, coriander and winter savory – continues to be a symbol of tradition and class, a unique experience for the palate of those seeking the unparalleled spirit of London.