Mayfair Six PM Gin is bottled at 100 British proof, equivalent to 57.6% vol. Its five-botanical recipe combines juniper, orris, coriander, angelica and winter savoury. The name refers to six in the evening as an international moment for a drink, but the strength and concise recipe define the liquid more clearly than the idea behind the label.

Juniper leads with a full resinous aroma. Coriander adds citrus brightness, while angelica contributes a dry earthy and faintly liquorice-like note. Orris helps bind the aromas, and winter savoury gives the profile a distinctive herbal spice.

The high alcoholic strength increases both weight and aromatic intensity. Pine, dry roots and citrus spice arrive in quick succession, with the savoury herb becoming more apparent after dilution. Despite its power, the short botanical list keeps the flavour focused rather than crowded.

Indian tonic opens the gin without removing its structure. Lemon peel and a few juniper berries reinforce the citrus and resinous sides of the recipe. Use a generous quantity of clear ice, pour the tonic slowly and allow a moment for dilution before tasting.

The bottling strength is not merely a label claim: it changes how the spirit behaves with ice and tonic. Initial heat settles as dilution releases savoury and citrus notes, while the juniper remains present in a longer drink. A careful measure therefore rewards this gin more than an unnecessarily heavy pour. The savoury herb becomes clearest once the initial strength settles.