In June 2025, the final of Hayman’s The Original Gin Cocktail Competition, in partnership with Difford’s Guide, took place at the Distillery in London. Judged by
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So often – for whatever reason – we look for a drink with lower alcohol and fewer calories. Hayman’s Small Gin ™ makes a G&T with both 80% less alcohol and less calories, with no compromise on the great taste of a Hayman’s G&T. A thimbleful is all you need – just pour over ice and top up with […]
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Introducing True English Gin Liqueur. To our classic blend of ten signature botanicals, we have added a touch of sugar to create the sweetness traditionally associated with a liqueur. This creates a juniper-forward gin with a bright citrus character and sweetness. Wonderfully smooth, the high bottling strength and classically balanced botanicals make it perfect to […]
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The Gin and Tonic is the quintessential English drink. Originally pioneered by English officers using London Gin, the proportions were always one-part gin to two-parts tonic. It was presented in a tall, slim glass and offered elegance, refreshment and balance between spirit and mixer. Today, the G&T has become an increasingly tonic-heavy serve with three […]
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Introducing True English Hopped Gin. This Limited Edition is the first in Hayman’s ‘Bartender Release’ series and was co-created by Bartender Jordan Sweeney of The Wigmore Tavern at the Langham Hotel. Jordan was the winner of the Hayman’s True Taste Competition. The prize included a five-day distilling apprenticeship working under Master Distiller Christopher Hayman and Distiller Sam Pembridge, […]
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The addition of grapefruit and British fuggles hops give this gin a lovely, balanced grassy and citrusy edge.
An interview with True Taste Competition Winner 20018 Jordan Sweeney We spoke with our 2018 winner Jordan Sweeney of The Wigmore Tavern, where he is Assistant Head-Bartender. Jordan discusses his motivation to enter the competition, his top tips on competing and his ultimate experience of the distilling apprenticeship! Jordan, what made you apply for the […]
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From wedges to wheels, and twists to peels, it can be hard to know what garnish to add to your gin. Every gin is made using a different combination of botanicals, so the choice of garnish can really help to complement or contrast its flavour. Keep reading for our quick guide on garnishing your gin. What is a Garnish? Essentially, it is anything […]
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The result is a bright, grassy creation with hints of pine and straw and a sweeter citrusy palate.
Imbibe
Hayman’s works with Sweeney to create English Hopped Gin
There’s growing interest among cocktail enthusiasts in Old Tom Gin – a slightly sweetened spirit which is closer to the kind of gin which would have been drunk in 19th century.
The Telegraph
The 14 best gins that you might not know about
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