Inverroche Verdant is a South African craft gin infused with fynbos from the mountainous terrain of the Cape Floral Kingdom, soft and floral with a translucent golden-green hue, bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV).
Inverroche was founded by Lorna Scott and her family in the coastal village of Stilbaai (Still Bay) in the Western Cape, and it was South Africa's first fynbos gin. Scott's idea grew from a long fascination with distilling and a passion for Cape fynbos, the indigenous flora of the Cape Floral Kingdom, and from the story of how fynbos contributed to the survival and wellbeing of early humans at the southern tip of Africa. At the heart of the distillery stands Magnanimous Meg, a custom-built copper pot still, named like Mini Meg, the original pot still on which Lorna developed the recipe; each small batch is a labour of precision.
Verdant's mountain fynbos gives it a floral, soft character and a softly sweet texture, with juniper, fresh citrus and the herbal lift of the Cape's wild botanicals.
Its elegant bottle and unique hue make it a memorable gift for gin lovers.
Fynbos is one of the most diverse plant kingdoms on earth, with thousands of endemic species.
Its soft, floral style makes it a great introduction to botanical gins.
Serve it with a light tonic and a slice of grapefruit.
A sprig of fresh rosemary or thyme echoes its herbal notes.
It also makes an elegant gin and soda.
Try it in a French 75 with sparkling wine.
Pair a G&T with grilled fish and lemon.
Its golden-green hue looks beautiful in a balloon glass.
It is a thoughtful gift for anyone who has visited South Africa.
Keep it chilled for crisp summer serves.
Tasting Notes
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Color: Translucent golden-green.
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Character: Soft and floral.
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Botanicals: Mountain Cape fynbos, juniper, citrus.
Specifications
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Distillery: Inverroche, Stilbaai, Western Cape
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Founder: Lorna Scott and family
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Style: Fynbos-infused craft gin
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Botanicals: Mountain Cape fynbos
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Still: Copper pot still
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Proof / ABV: 86 proof (43% ABV)
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Region: South Africa
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Mix it with a light tonic and a sprig of rosemary, or stir a floral Martini. It pairs with fresh seafood, goat cheese or herb salads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is fynbos?
The indigenous flora of South Africa's Cape Floral Kingdom.
Who founded Inverroche?
Lorna Scott and her family in Stilbaai.
How does Verdant taste?
Soft and floral, from mountain fynbos.
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