A Gin To Die For was created by Uncommon Distillery in collaboration with The Barn Theatre in Cirencester, taking its name from the theatre's Bond parody A Role To Die For. The 42% gin uses a British sugar-beet base and hand-picked kaffir lime leaves, lavender, pine and citrus over coriander, liquorice and vanilla.

Kaffir lime and citrus provide a vivid first lift, with lavender offering a gentle floral thread. Pine keeps the profile green and dry, while coriander, liquorice and vanilla widen the texture without taking it toward dessert. The palate should be read through the same sequence: juniper gives the structure, while the supporting botanicals provide lift, texture and length. At 42% ABV, the concentration is sufficient for a full glass of ice or a measured stirred serve. The finish is best understood through balance rather than a single dominant note, with the aromatic layers remaining clear after dilution.

Launched in 2025, the bottle also supports The Barn Theatre Project through a donation from each sale, giving the collaboration a practical connection to its local stage. That context matters because it explains the recipe without replacing the tasting experience. This is a bottle to approach slowly, first on the nose and then with a small sip, allowing its drier, brighter and more rounded elements to arrive in turn. It suits drinkers looking for a gin with a recognisable point of view and enough detail to reward a simple serve.

Pour 4 cl over ice with 10 cl Indian tonic, then add one kaffir lime leaf, a lime peel and a small lavender sprig. The garnish is intentionally restrained: it should reveal the recipe, not turn the glass into decoration. Use cold ingredients, clear ice and a gentle stir so the aroma stays focused from the first sip to the final one.