Plymouth Honey Gin
Here’s a fresh drop to sweeten your gin game—Plymouth Gin is rolling out its first-ever honey-infused expression this June. A bold blend of tradition and innovation, this new variant celebrates natural honey with a smooth vanilla touch while holding firm to the brand’s 1793 heritage. Get ready for a richer, golden sip that’s as stylish as it is flavourful.
Plymouth Honey Gin Overview
Plymouth Honey Gin brings a smooth new twist to the time-tested classic. Created by Pernod Ricard-owned Plymouth Gin, the spirit adds natural honey flavour to the brand’s original 18th-century recipe. Crafted at the historic Black Friars distillery—the UK’s oldest working distillery—it delivers a refined yet adventurous flavour profile for modern gin enthusiasts.
- Product Name: Plymouth Honey Gin
- Brand: Plymouth Gin
- Category: Flavoured Gin
- Country: England
- Region: Southwest Coast
- Distillery: Black Friars Distillery
- Style: Flavoured London Dry-style Gin
- Alcohol: 41.2% ABV
- Age: NA
- Launch Date: June 2025
- Packaging: Jet-black bottle with gold/black label and honeybee artwork
- Price: €42 (US$47)
- Range Placement: Sixth expression in the Plymouth Gin range
- Availability: European markets from June 2025
Tasting Notes
A feast for the senses, this gin serves up:
- Appearance: Crystal-clear liquid in a sleek black bottle
- Nose: Soft wafts of golden honey and fresh vanilla
- Palate: Delicate sweetness layered with citrus zest and smooth juniper
- Finish: Clean, lightly floral, with a lingering honeyed warmth
Key Highlights
Plymouth Honey Gin was made for adventurous palates and curious gin lovers. With the growing popularity of honey across spirits, this launch stands out by pairing heritage with trend.
- Infused with natural honey flavour
- Based on Plymouth’s original 1793 recipe
- Smooth, delicate profile with layered complexity
- Striking bee-themed bottle adds shelf appeal
- Created at the UK’s oldest working distillery
Expert View:
Global brand director Toni Ingram notes, “Very few have taken on the honey challenge in gin. We have—and we’re sure it’ll create a buzz.”
Early buzz suggests Plymouth Honey Gin is more than just a novelty—it’s a smooth, elegant pour with mass appeal. With multiple Gold wins at The Gin Masters 2024 and a packaging design that celebrates its key ingredient, this release is expected to turn heads and palates alike.
Industry voices are already behind it. As Pernod Ricard’s VP of global gin, Murielle Dessenis, put it: “Flavoured gin is here to stay.”
FAQs
Q1: Is Plymouth Honey Gin sweet?
It has a soft, natural honey note balanced with classic juniper and citrus. Not overly sweet—just smooth and refined.
Q2: Can I use Plymouth Honey Gin in cocktails?
Absolutely! It adds depth to classics like the Bee’s Knees or a Gin Sour.
Q3: Is this a limited-edition gin?
No official word on limitation, but it’s positioned as a full-time addition to the Plymouth Gin range.
