30 Knots Spirits Sea Spray Gin

Sea Spray places the coastal character of Western Australia at the heart of a powerful navy strengthNavy StrengthGin bottled at 57% ABV or more. Royal Navy lore holds that at this strength, gunpowder soaked in gin would still ignite.GlossarySee Navy Strength gins gin. Produced by 30 Knots Spirits in Geraldton and bottled at 57% ABV, it combines a pronounced juniper backbone with ruby saltbush, coriander, desert lime and a measured saline detail. The higher strength is not an end in itself: it gives the botanicals enough intensity to remain distinct once the gin is lengthened with tonic or used in a cocktail.

Citrus · Dry · Herbal · Navy Strength

Juniper leads the nose with a firm, resinousResinousAn aroma reminiscent of pine or fir resin. It is juniper's signature, due to compounds such as pinene.Glossary freshness, followed by the bright acidity of desert limeDesert limeA small wild citrus from the Australian bush, very sharp and fragrant.Glossary. Coriander reinforces that citrus lift with a dry, peppery edge, while ruby saltbush introduces a green and gently savoury accent.

On the palate, the alcohol brings density and length without erasing the recipe. Juniper remains central, desert lime cuts a clean line through the middle, and the coastal botanicals leave a crisp finish with a subtle saline nuance rather than an overt taste of salt.

The result is direct, dry and energetic. Sea Spray has the concentration expected from a navy strength gin, but its identity comes from the contrast between resinous juniper, sharp native citrus and the savoury freshness of saltbush. DilutionDilutionThe water added by melting ice. In the right amount it opens the aromas and softens the alcohol; too much flattens the drink.Glossary opens these elements gradually: the citrus becomes brighter, the herbal side gains definition and the warmth settles into a long, clean finish. This structure makes the gin particularly effective in drinks where a standard-strength spirit might lose its presence.

For the Perfect ServePerfect serveThe way the producer recommends serving the gin (glass, tonic, ratio, garnish) to show it at its best.Glossary, fill a chilled balloon glassCopa glassA large stemmed balloon glass, popularised by the Spanish gin and tonic: it stays cold for longer and gathers the aromas above the drink.Glossary with plenty of clear ice, pour 4 cl of Sea Spray Gin and add 15 cl of well-chilled Capi Tonic Water. Stir once and finish with a small rosemary sprig, gently tapped between the palms before it reaches the glass. Capi tonic and rosemary are the pairing recommended by 30 Knots Spirits. The longer tonic measure opens the 57% navy strength gin, while the restrained garnish preserves the clarity of juniper, coriander, desert lime and ruby saltbush.