{"title":"Martin Miller","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"martin-miller-london-dry-gin-750ml","title":"Martin Miller London Dry Gin 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMartin Miller London Dry Gin 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 40% ABV English gin distinguished by its blending with pure Icelandic glacial spring water after distillation. A multiple Gold medal winner at the International Wine and Spirits Competition and World Gin Awards, this expression has earned a reputation among gin enthusiasts for its exceptionally clean character and layered botanical complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40%  |  Origin: England  |  London Dry Style  |  Distillery: Langley Distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMartin Miller's Gin is produced at the historic Langley Distillery in the English Midlands, a facility with roots stretching back to 1920 and home to one of Britain's oldest working copper pot stills, \"Angela.\" The production process uses a two-stage distillation method: earthy botanicals — juniper, coriander, angelica, orris, cassia, cinnamon, licorice, nutmeg, and iris — are distilled separately from citrus peels including Seville orange, and the resulting spirits are blended with a cucumber distillate. The wheat-based neutral spirit undergoes this meticulous separation to preserve the integrity of each botanical group. What truly sets Martin Miller's apart is the final step: the distilled gin is shipped from England to Iceland, where it is cut with naturally filtered glacial spring water drawn from a source that passes through ancient lava rock — a step the brand credits for the gin's remarkable smoothness and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with bright, pronounced lemon sherbet and candied citrus peel, followed by a perfumed floral quality. Hints of pine-forward juniper and a whisper of pink peppercorn develop as the gin breathes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, juniper and citrus share equal footing from the entry, with lemongrass and charred orange emerging at mid-palate. A warming spiciness from cassia and cinnamon rises through the center, while rosewater and violet florals add an elegant, soapy complexity. Underneath, licorice and angelica provide earthy structure, and the cucumber distillate lends a subtle, refreshing green-vegetal note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is medium-length, clean, and remarkably smooth, with a gentle anise quality and lingering citrus zest. The Icelandic water's influence is most apparent here — the texture is silky rather than harsh, with botanical warmth that fades gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Martin Miller's Gin\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat or over a single large ice cube, this gin reveals its full botanical range and the clean minerality imparted by the Icelandic water. A splash of cool water further amplifies the floral middle notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGin \u0026amp; Tonic:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cucumber and citrus notes pair beautifully with a quality Indian tonic, allowing the Seville orange to shine through carbonation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMartini:\u003c\/strong\u003e The gin's clean, silky texture and balanced juniper-citrus profile make it a natural fit for a classic dry Martini with a lemon twist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTom Collins:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bright lemon-sherbet character integrates seamlessly with fresh lemon juice and simple syrup, producing a crisp, refreshing long drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGin enthusiasts exploring premium London Dry expressions beyond mainstream brands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosting a cocktail evening where versatility across classic gin drinks is essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting someone who appreciates unusual production stories and provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing cucumber-accented gins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Martin Miller's Gin taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Martin Miller's Gin delivers a balanced interplay of juniper and bright citrus — lemon sherbet, Seville orange, and lemongrass — layered over warming spice and a distinctive cucumber freshness. The overall impression is clean, smooth, and floral with an underlying earthy depth from angelica and licorice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Martin Miller's compare to Hendrick's Gin?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both gins incorporate cucumber, but Martin Miller's uses a separately distilled cucumber distillate blended into a more classically juniper-forward London Dry base, while Hendrick's infuses cucumber and rose into a less juniper-dominant spirit at 44% ABV. Martin Miller's also distinguishes itself through its Icelandic water dilution, resulting in a noticeably cleaner, more mineral-driven texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Martin Miller's Gin good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the Icelandic glacial water gives this gin an unusually smooth, silky mouthfeel that makes it highly approachable when sipped neat or over ice, even for those who typically find straight gin too aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Martin Miller's Gin made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Martin Miller's Gin is distilled at Langley Distillery in the West Midlands of England, then shipped to Iceland where it is blended with glacial spring water before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Martin Miller's Gin?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked salmon or cured trout complement the gin's citrus brightness; fresh oysters highlight its clean minerality; cucumber sandwiches echo the botanical profile naturally; goat cheese salads with citrus dressing mirror the floral and orange-peel notes; and lightly spiced Thai dishes play off the cassia and cinnamon warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Martin Miller's Gin come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard expression is widely available in the 750ml bottle, with 1L and 50ml miniature formats also found in select markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Martin Miller's Gin worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Martin Miller's positions itself in the upper-premium tier of London Dry gins, above mass-market brands but below ultra-premium small-batch releases. The unique two-country production process and multiple international gold medals provide strong justification for the step up in price from standard shelf gins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Martin Miller's Gin?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo other major gin brand ships its spirit across international borders solely to access a specific water source — the Icelandic glacial water step is not a marketing gimmick but a measurable production choice that contributes to the gin's distinctively clean, mineral-rich finish. The two-stage distillation at Langley, separating earthen botanicals from citrus peels before blending with cucumber distillate, preserves clarity in each flavor layer in a way that single-run distillation cannot replicate. Multiple Gold medals at the International Wine and Spirits Competition and World Gin Awards confirm that this approach translates into competition-winning quality. For drinkers who want a London Dry gin with genuine depth, textural refinement, and a verifiable point of difference, Martin Miller's stands apart from the crowd.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martin Miller","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836830806185,"sku":"23905","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/martin_miller__88501.jpg?v=1730472079"},{"product_id":"martin-miller-westbourne-strength-gin-750ml","title":"Martin Miller Westbourne Strength Gin 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold; font-size:1em;\"\u003eMartin Miller Westbourne Strength Gin 750ML\u003c\/span\u003e is a higher-proof London Dry style gin distilled in England and brought to 45.2% ABV using pure Icelandic glacial spring water. Named after Westbourne Grove in London's Notting Hill — the neighborhood where the brand was born — this expression pushes the juniper and spice character of the original Martin Miller formula into sharper focus. The elevated proof gives it serious backbone for cocktails while retaining remarkable drinkability neat. It earned 97 points and the title of Spirit of the Year 2003 from the Chicago Beverage Testing Institute, and followed that with a Superlative Platinum Medal and 97 points in BTI's 2020 Best of Year Awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, pine-forward juniper leads immediately, followed by lime leaf, white flowers, and a subtle cologne-like freshness. Underneath, thick-cut marmalade sweetness and earthy spice notes emerge as the gin opens up in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is bold and juniper-dominant, giving way to generous grapefruit peel and orange peel across the mid-palate. At the peak, cardamom and black peppercorn spice cut through the citrus, balanced by a subtle menthol coolness and a lavender undertone that prevents any single note from overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and dry with lingering peppercorn heat and a fresh, vegetal quality attributed to the Icelandic water. Juniper sweetness returns at the very end alongside a dusting of allspice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Martin Miller Westbourne Strength Gin:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 45.2% ABV makes this an outstanding gin for a classic Martini — it holds its character against dry vermouth without fading. In a Negroni, the amplified juniper and spice stand up to Campari's bitterness far better than standard-proof gins. A straightforward Gin and Tonic with a grapefruit peel garnish lets the citrus and botanical layers shine, while a Bee's Knees cocktail benefits from how the honey syrup interacts with the cardamom and black pepper notes already present in the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGin-forward Martini drinkers who want a spirit that won't disappear behind the vermouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevated cocktail nights where proof and complexity both matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to someone who already knows and appreciates London Dry style gins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing higher-proof gins against their standard-strength counterparts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Martin Miller Westbourne Strength Gin taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with bold, resinous juniper and grapefruit peel, then develops cardamom spice, orange peel, and menthol coolness. The finish is dry and peppery with a lingering allspice note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Martin Miller Westbourne Strength compare to Hendrick's Gin?\u003c\/strong\u003e Hendrick's is a softer, cucumber-and-rose-driven gin bottled at 41.4% ABV, designed for easy sipping and lighter serves. Westbourne Strength is notably more juniper-forward, higher in proof at 45.2% ABV, and built to drive cocktails where you need the gin to assert itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Martin Miller Westbourne Strength Gin good for cocktails?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — the 45.2% ABV was specifically chosen to ensure the botanicals carry through ice dilution and mixers. It excels in spirit-forward drinks like Martinis, Negronis, and Last Words.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Martin Miller Westbourne Strength Gin made?\u003c\/strong\u003e The gin is pot-distilled in England using a wheat-based neutral spirit, employing a distinctive two-stage distillation process — earthy roots and spices in the first run, citrus peels in the second, with a separate cucumber distillation blended in. It is then proofed with water sourced from glacial springs in Iceland.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Martin Miller Westbourne Strength Gin?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked salmon with capers, grilled prawns with lemon, aged Manchego cheese, cured charcuterie with cornichons, and dark chocolate with candied orange peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Buy Martin Miller?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMartin Miller's is one of a very small number of gin producers that uses Icelandic glacial spring water to bring its spirit to proof — a step that contributes measurably to the fresh, vegetal character that distinguishes it from competitors. The brand's two-stage distillation method, separating earthen botanicals from citrus botanicals before blending, provides an unusual level of control over the final flavor balance. 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