Bombay Bramble Blackberry and Raspberry Gin 750ML

Bombay Bramble Blackberry and Raspberry Gin 750ML is a berry-infused gin bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof) that blends Bombay Sapphire with real blackberry and raspberry flavors. What distinguishes this expression is its commitment to zero added sugar and zero artificial flavors — a rarity in the flavored gin category — earning an 88/100 score from Falstaff magazine.

Quick Facts: ABV: 43%  |  Origin: Hampshire, England  |  Flavored Gin (NAS)  |  Distillery: Laverstoke Mill

Production & Heritage

Bombay Bramble is produced at Laverstoke Mill in Hampshire, England, the home of Bombay Sapphire since 2014 and a site with a milling history stretching back over 900 years. The base spirit begins as a French wheat neutral spirit distilled to 96.3% ABV, which is then vapor-infused through Bombay Sapphire's signature process before being infused with natural flavors from freshly harvested blackberries and raspberries picked at peak ripeness. The striking garnet color comes not from artificial dyes but from black carrots and blackcurrant, keeping the ingredient list entirely natural.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with tart blackberry and raspberry, layered over a clear juniper backbone and herbal undertones. Despite the deep red hue, there is no cloying sweetness on the nose — just bright, unripe berry character with subtle spice.

Taste: The entry is surprisingly dry and juniper-forward, immediately signaling that this is gin first and fruit second. Mid-palate, ripe berry flavors come into sharper focus alongside licorice spice and a peppery, woody juniper note. A thread of citrus cuts through the fruit, keeping the profile balanced and preventing any drift toward sweetness.

Finish: The finish is medium in length with mouthwatering citric juiciness and a subtle dried cherry quality. It closes with a lift of pink peppercorn and lingering juniper warmth.

How to Drink Bombay Bramble

Neat or over ice, Bombay Bramble reveals its bone-dry character and juniper structure most clearly — a splash of tonic and a wedge of lime is all it needs for a casual serve. In a Bramble cocktail, this gin is a natural fit, contributing the berry depth that normally comes from crème de mûre without additional sweetness. A French 75 variation benefits from the gin's tartness and natural color, creating a visually striking sparkling cocktail. It also works well in a Clover Club, where the raspberry element reinforces the cocktail's classic berry profile without the need for extra fruit syrup.

Best For

• Gin drinkers who want berry flavor without added sugar
• Building a home bar with versatile cocktail ingredients
• A colorful, conversation-starting bottle for dinner parties
• Introducing gin-curious drinkers to flavored expressions that stay spirit-forward

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bombay Bramble taste like? Bombay Bramble is a dry, juniper-forward gin with tart blackberry and raspberry notes, peppery spice, and citrus — it reads as a gin with fruit character rather than a sweet flavored spirit.

How does Bombay Bramble compare to sloe gin? Unlike traditional sloe gin, which is a lower-proof liqueur sweetened with sugar, Bombay Bramble is bottled at a full 43% ABV with no added sugar, making it a more spirit-forward option for cocktails and sipping. It functions as a dry, berry-inflected gin rather than a sweetened cordial-style product.

Is Bombay Bramble good for cocktails? Yes — its dry profile and 43% ABV give it enough backbone for classic gin cocktails, while the natural berry infusion adds color and fruit complexity without extra sweetness that could throw off a recipe's balance.

Where is Bombay Bramble made? Bombay Bramble is produced at the Laverstoke Mill distillery in Hampshire, England, the same facility where Bombay Sapphire has been distilled since 2014.

What foods pair well with Bombay Bramble? Dark chocolate truffles complement the berry tartness; soft-ripened cheeses like brie echo the gin's creamy texture; grilled lamb chops match the juniper and peppery spice; fresh berry tarts create a harmonious fruit pairing; and smoked salmon works against the citrus and herbal notes.

What sizes does Bombay Bramble come in? The standard US bottle size is 750ml, and it is also commonly available in 1L format in select markets.

Is Bombay Bramble worth the price? Bombay Bramble positions as a mid-range flavored gin, priced near its Bombay Sapphire parent expression, and delivers genuine value through its all-natural ingredients, full-strength ABV, and cocktail versatility — attributes that many competing flavored gins at similar price points lack.

Why Bombay Bramble?

The flavored gin category is crowded with sugary, low-proof products that lean closer to liqueur territory than to proper gin. Bombay Bramble takes the opposite approach: full 43% ABV, no added sugar, and natural coloring from black carrots and blackcurrant rather than synthetic dyes. Built on the established Bombay Sapphire vapor-infusion base, it retains a clear juniper and botanical backbone that keeps it functional in any classic gin cocktail while adding a tart berry dimension. For drinkers who find most flavored gins too sweet or too far removed from the category's botanical roots, this expression sits in a genuinely useful middle ground.