Flower Power

Flower Power is Gin by Fred's organic gin, distilled in Montmartre and bottled at 40% ABV. Its botanical recipe includes juniper, poppy flower, orange blossom, elderflower and hibiscus. Slow steam infusionInfusionFruit or plants are steeped in the spirit to release their flavour. Done after distillation, infusion often adds colour too, and the gin can no longer be called London Dry.Glossary is followed by a cold macerationMacerationBotanicals soak in alcohol, from a few hours to several days, before distillation to release their aromas.Glossary of flowers. That approach gives the gin a distinctly floral identity while juniper gives the spirit its familiar structure. The bottle's ruby reflections hint at the colour of the finished gin, without suggesting a sweet liqueur.

Citrus · Organic · Floral

The nose opens with floral aromas, led by poppy and orange blossom. Elderflower adds a lighter, fresh character, while hibiscus contributes depth and a gentle tart impression. Underneath, juniper provides the familiar pine-like and resinousResinousAn aroma reminiscent of pine or fir resin. It is juniper's signature, due to compounds such as pinene.Glossary notes that keep the bouquet grounded in gin. The aromas are expressive but not heavy: citrus and fresh botanicals prevent the flowers from becoming perfumed or cloying.

On the palate, the floral character continues from the first sip into a warmer finish. Orange blossom and elderflower bring softness, while hibiscus gives the middle a livelier edge. Juniper becomes more apparent as the flavours settle, leaving a dry botanical line beneath the flowers. Steam infusion and cold flower maceration shape its botanical character; the gin contains no sugar, so its floral impression comes from the ingredients rather than added sweetness.

Flower Power works over ice or with a neutral tonic. For a balanced long drink, fill a 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 clear iceClear iceIce without air bubbles, made by slow, directional freezing. Denser, it melts more slowly and dilutes less.Glossary, pour 4 cl, add 10 cl of chilled Schweppes Tonic Water and stir gently once. A narrow orange peel in the glass picks up the orange blossom without overwhelming the other flowers. A few edible petals can sit on a small plate beside the glass, keeping the drink itself uncluttered. This simple serve lets juniper, hibiscus and the floral botanicals remain distinct.