From the adventure of a lifetime, to years of flavour experimentation, Tarsier Spirits produced their first gin in January 2018. With their own distillery now producing a range of delicious Southeast Asian inspired spirits… you definitely need to try them all!

 

The Story

Sherwin has been in the drinks industry for 15 years. Tim has a degree in Maths and his meticulous nature is perfect for distilling where detail and precision is everything. Together, they make a perfect match to create something special and bring new excitement to the gin category. Like their backpacking trip filled with unforgettable experiences and amazing flavours along the way, their story is one of adventure and discovery.

 

They knew from the start that they wanted to develop and distil the gin themselves. They wanted each bottle to tell the story of their backpacking adventure and to create a gin that was unique, personal, and full of love and passion. The process of recipe development, brand design, and setting up the distillery ready for production took 3 and a half years. Tarsier Gin is the product of a true devotion to the craft.

 

The gin is named after the Tarsier, a small primate the size of your hand with big eyes which is only found in Southeast Asia. They are the perfect embodiment of the brand that started from small beginnings and has big flavour and personality!

 

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Tarsier Conservation

Every bottle sold allows Tarsier to donate 10% of the profits to conservation projects that protect the tarsier and its habitat. Tarsier’s first partner is the Philippine Tarsier Foundation on the island of Bohol in the Philippines. You can find out more in the video below –

 

 The Gins

Inspired by travels to the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand and Cambodia, Tarsier have crafted gins that tell the authentic story of Southeast Asia.
The botanicals are prepared by hand. This includes cracking the Kampot Pepper cutting the Calamansi in half -the whole fruit is used in the distillation to maximise the fresh citrus aroma and taste. The botanicals are macerated in Neutral Grain Spirit overnight, before being distilled in traditional copper alembic stills, named after Florencia & Graciano, Sherwin’s Filipino grand parents. Tarsier is produced using the London Dry method and is always a single-shot distillation.
The signature Southeast botanicals chosen for the gin each have a story behind them. A journey that led to their discovery. From Calamansi (a small green citrus fruit that combines the flavours of mandarin and lime), to Galangal (a close relative of ginger). Delicious!
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SOUTHEAST ASIAN DRY GIN

From the white sands of Boracay to the street food of Bangkok, the bustling streets of Saigon and the majestic temples of Angkor Wat, Tarsier Gin takes you on a journey of adventure and discovery.

Inspired by the cuisine of Southeast Asia, Tarsier is a citrus forward gin with aromatic & savoury mid-notes and a long peppery finish.

SIGNATURE BOTANICALS: Calamansi, Thai Sweet Basil, Galangal and Kampot Pepper

CORE BOTANICALS: Juniper, Coriander Seed, Cassia, Angelica, Orris Root, Liquorice Root and Bitter Almond

PERFECT SERVE: Premium Indian Tonic garnished with a slice of lime and slice of ginger.

 

ORIENTAL PINK GIN

Inspired by our travels around Southeast Asia, Tarsier Oriental Pink Gin is bursting with the floral notes of red dragon fruit, the sweetness of lychee and the tartness of raspberry.

SIGNATURE BOTANICALS: Raspberry, Lychee, Red Dragon Fruit, Galangal and Calamansi

CORE BOTANICALS: Juniper, Coriander Seed, Cassia, Angelica, Orris Root and Bitter Almond

PERFECT SERVE: Premium Light Tonic garnished with a few raspberries and a sprig of mint

 

 

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To find out more about the full range of Tarsier Gins, plus their Cocktail Collection, check out their website

EXCLUSIVE MEMBERS OFFER

Tarsier Spirits are offering 20% off 70cl gins and 50cl cocktails using code: ILOVEGIN at the checkout.

*code can be used once per customer
*excludes 4 x 70cl gin bundles, 3 x 50cl cocktail bundles, and 5cl bottles

 


Want to give Tarsier Spirits gins a try? We have two in April’s box!

ILoveGin boxes are £19 on their own, but ILoveGin Club members get their box and all our members perks, for £14 per month. ILoveGin.com/join

 

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