Copperhead The Original is a Belgian London Dry Gin created around a compact five-botanical recipe and the apothecary-inspired identity of Copperhead. The Original expression is deliberately precise: it does not rely on a long list of unusual botanicals, but on the balance between classic gin markers and a polished citrus-spice profile. This clarity gives the gin a clean premium character and makes it easy to read in the glass.

The recipe combines juniper, coriander seeds, angelica, cardamom and orange peel. Juniper forms the backbone, orange peel brings brightness, cardamom adds aromatic lift, coriander contributes citrus-spice energy, and angelica anchors the finish with dry herbal structure. As a London Dry Gin, the expression stays focused on distilled botanical character and avoids the impression of a sweetened flavoured gin.

On the nose, Copperhead The Original is bright and tidy, with orange peel, juniper and cardamom in a balanced line. The palate is dry and polished rather than aggressive: citrus oils lead the attack, coriander and cardamom give movement, and angelica brings a controlled bitterness and a firm dry finish. The aftertaste is clean, spicy and gently resinous.

At 40% ABV, it is a versatile gin for a premium gin and tonic, especially with Mediterranean tonic, orange peel or a discreet coriander garnish. It also holds well in classics where a clean, citrus-spiced gin is preferable to a heavy juniper bomb.

The compact botanical recipe also gives Copperhead The Original a strong advantage in pairing: there is no aromatic clutter, so the garnish can be chosen with precision. Orange emphasizes the citrus line, coriander seed echoes the spice, and a neutral or Mediterranean tonic keeps the polished dry profile intact.