No. 209 Gin is an American New Western Dry Gin from Distillery No. 209, produced in San Francisco and known for a broad, citrus-spiced botanical profile. The gin belongs to the modern American school where juniper remains important but shares the stage with citrus, warm spices and floral nuance. It keeps the structure needed for serious cocktails while offering more aromatic width than a strictly traditional London Dry.

Its botanical list includes juniper, bergamot, cardamom, cassia, coriander, lemon, angelica and orris root. Bergamot and lemon bring a refined citrus character, cassia and cardamom provide warm spice, and orris adds a soft perfumed support beneath the drier angelica structure. The style is dry and cocktail-oriented, with the botanicals arranged to create both aromatic lift and enough strength for mixing.

The nose opens with bergamot, lemon and juniper, then moves toward cardamom, coriander and a lightly floral layer. On the palate, No. 209 is generous but balanced: citrus gives brightness, spice gives warmth, and the roots keep the texture dry and composed. The finish is long, clean and lightly perfumed, with a citrus-spice echo.

Bottled at 46% ABV, it has the power to remain visible in a gin and tonic, Martini, Gimlet or Negroni. A citrus peel garnish works naturally, especially bergamot or lemon when available, because it amplifies the gin’s central aromatic line.

Its strength is particularly useful for drinks served over a generous amount of ice. The citrus and spice remain stable as the drink opens, while the floral undertone gives the gin a polished edge. This makes No. 209 a strong candidate for drinkers who enjoy classic gin structure but want a broader, more contemporary aromatic register.