Saxtons River Distillery Snowdrop American Dry Gin is a vacuum-distilled Vermont gin a harmonious blend of 18 botanicals including juniper, ginger, cardamom, coriander, orange zest, and star anise, drawing on a family craft tradition that traces to 1906.

Vacuum distillation operates at lower temperatures than traditional pot or column stills, preserving the delicate aromatic compounds of fresh botanicals that would otherwise dissipate at higher heat. The Saxtons River family’s craft heritage traces to 1906, when they left Lithuania with a tradition of flavorful liqueur production, passed down through generations and combined with distinctive Vermont character. The 18-botanical blend produces a smooth, subtly layered gin suited to both sipping and mixing.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Juniper with warm ginger, cardamom, and bright orange zest
• Palate: Smooth and layered juniper, citrus, warm spice, and a hint of star anise
• Finish: Clean and gently spiced

Specs

• Distillery: Saxtons River Distillery, Vermont
• Style: American Dry Gin vacuum-distilled
• Botanicals: 18 led by juniper, ginger, cardamom, coriander, orange zest, star anise
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Snowdrop Gin taste like?

Smooth and layered, with juniper, warm ginger and cardamom, bright orange zest, and a hint of star anise across 18 botanicals.

What is vacuum distillation?

Vacuum distillation works at lower temperatures than conventional stills, preserving delicate fresh-botanical aromatics that higher heat would destroy yielding a smoother, more aromatic gin.

How should I serve it?

Versatile enough to sip neat or to mix excellent in a Gin & Tonic or a Martini.

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