Cleo Gin is a modern, small-batch gin from Black Market Spirits, macerated with 13 botanicals, distilled on a 150-gallon copper pot still and bottled in Santa Barbara at 92 proof (46% ABV).
Notorious swashbuckler Cleo Lythgoe is legendary for supplying bootlegged liquor to deprived Americans during Prohibition. Her beauty was matched by her wit and her willingness to do what it took to avoid the law while running a smuggling empire, and Cleo Gin is a celebration of her passion and prowess. Like Cleo, the gin exudes personality: each handcrafted batch is a well-balanced amalgamation of botanicals, presented in a bottle coated in rose gold.
Predominant juniper is tempered by blood orange citrus, chamomile, the herbal notes of hyssop and meadowsweet, a hint of spearmint and a touch of sweetness.
Try it in the brand's favorite sour: 2 oz Cleo Gin, 1 oz lemon juice and half an ounce of simple syrup, with a bar spoon each of Luxardo and crème de violette.
Black Market Spirits, the Santa Barbara team behind Black Market Rye, brings the same laid-back California style to its gin, combining a classic juniper backbone with bright, aromatic botanicals that make it as good for sipping on ice as it is for mixing.
The rose gold bottle is as eye-catching on a bar cart as the story behind it, making Cleo a memorable gift for gin lovers.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Juniper, blood orange, chamomile.
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Palate: Hyssop, meadowsweet, spearmint, a touch of sweetness.
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Finish: Bright and herbal.
Specifications
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Producer: Black Market Spirits, Santa Barbara, California
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Style: Modern small-batch gin
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Botanicals: 13, including juniper, blood orange, chamomile, hyssop, meadowsweet, spearmint
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Still: 150-gallon copper pot still
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Proof / ABV: 92 proof (46% ABV)
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Beyond the Aviation-style sour, it makes a vivid Gin & Tonic with an orange twist or a floral Bee's Knees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Cleo?
Cleo Lythgoe, a Prohibition-era bootlegger who ran a smuggling empire.
How many botanicals are used?
Thirteen.
What proof is it?
92 proof (46% ABV).
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