Scapegrace Blood Orange Gin 700mL

Scapegrace Blood Orange Gin brings a vibrant citrus twist to New Zealand’s growing gin repertoire, combining both dried and fresh botanicals to create a bright, tropical expression that stands confidently in any cocktail or classic serve. Distilled at 42.2% ABV, this juniper-forward gin layers blood orange, fresh raspberries, and kaffir limes from Gisborne to deliver a uniquely Kiwi take on flavoured gin that’s surprisingly sippable even when served neat over ice.

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The botanical selection here is deliberate and place-driven. Blood oranges provide the core citrus character, while raspberries add a subtle berry sweetness that emerges more prominently when diluted. Kaffir limes from Gisborne lend a fragrant, slightly sour finish that keeps the gin from tipping into cloying sweetness, ensuring the juniper backbone remains present and punchy throughout.

Nose: Bright blood orange zest and floral raspberry notes lift immediately, underscored by warm spice and a hint of juniper pine.

Palate: Citrus-forward with natural jam-like sweetness balanced by dry botanicals, the mouthfeel is smooth with warming spice building mid-palate. Served over ice, the gin brightens and sweetens further, allowing the raspberry to step forward while the blood orange softens into a rounder, more approachable profile.

Finish: Dry, crisp, and slightly tart with lingering kaffir lime that adds a fragrant, citrus-peel bitterness—longer than you’d expect for a fruit-led gin.

In a classic Gin & Tonic, pair it with a premium tonic water and a wedge of fresh blood orange to amplify the citrus character without overwhelming the botanicals. This gin shines in a Blood Moon Tarroco Spritz with Campari and white vermouth, or in a contemporary Negroni where the blood orange softens the bitterness into something more accessible. It also works beautifully in a passionfruit-spiked G&T with tonic syrup and frozen grapes for a more playful, tropical serve.

Home bartenders and gin enthusiasts looking for a versatile, citrus-driven base will appreciate how well this gin adapts across cocktail styles. It’s juniper-forward enough for purists but approachable enough for those new to craft gin, making it an excellent gift for anyone exploring New Zealand spirits or building a home bar with personality.

A thoughtful choice for those who want a locally crafted gin that balances fruit-forward flavour with genuine botanical complexity and cocktail versatility.