Martin Miller's Dry Gin
Martin Miller's Dry Gin is an 80-proof (40% ABV) 750mL bottle — an English dry gin distilled at the historic Langley Distillery in the English Midlands and finished with the brand's signature twist: the spirit is shipped to Iceland, where it is cut with naturally filtered glacial spring water. Ten botanicals — including Tuscan juniper, cassia bark, angelica, Florentine orris, coriander, Seville citrus peel, nutmeg, cinnamon, liquorice, and a cucumber distillate — are handled in two separate distillations, then married. Launched in 1999, it was one of the original super-premium gins and remains among the world's most awarded. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor.
- Proof / ABV: 80 proof / 40% ABV
- Size: 750mL
- Botanicals: 10 — juniper, cassia, angelica, orris, coriander, citrus peels, nutmeg, cinnamon, liquorice, cucumber distillate
- Process: two-stage pot distillation; cut with Icelandic glacial spring water
- Origin: Langley Distillery, England — blended in Iceland
England Distills It, Iceland Finishes It
Martin Miller's iconoclastic process — distilling earthy botanicals separately from the citrus, then shipping the finished gin to Iceland for proofing water — produces a remarkably soft, clean texture around a classic juniper-and-citrus backbone. Cassia and black pepper lead, juniper follows, and the finish stays elegant. See more gin or the Martin Miller's lineup at Del Mesa Liquor.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Bright citrus — lemon sherbet and candied peel — with pine-forward juniper and a whisper of pink peppercorn.
Palate: Citrus and juniper in balance; black pepper and slight bitterness from the cassia, creamy and mouth-filling.
Finish: Long and warming, with cinnamon returning and a clean, soft close.
How to Enjoy
A classic gin and tonic with a wedge of lime, or a Martini for those who prefer a softer gin. The clean texture also suits a Tom Collins or any citrus-driven serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What proof is Martin Miller's Gin?
80 proof (40% ABV).
Why is Icelandic water used?
The brand cuts the distilled gin with naturally filtered glacial spring water, which it credits for the gin's remarkable smoothness.
How many botanicals are in it?
Ten, including juniper, cassia, coriander, citrus peels, and a cucumber distillate.
Where is it made?
Distilled at Langley Distillery in England, then blended with Icelandic spring water.
Soft as glacial water — order Martin Miller's Dry Gin online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.