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Summer is Calling

It’s time for a tipple courtesy of Rock Distillery.

With summer in full swing, Rock Distillery invites gin lovers to sit back, relax and enjoy a perfectly crafted cocktail – perhaps a classic G&T or a dry martini in the garden sunshine. Their exceptional range of gins promises to elevate any moment.

A refreshing starting point is Rock Sublime Lime, delicately infused with mint. Served with lime soda water and garnished with a sprig of mint, it creates the ultimate gin-based Mojito. For something more indulgent, Rock Almond Air offers a refined blend with a whisper of sweet almond – best paired with just enough mixer to let the subtle flavours shine.

Martini aficionados will appreciate the versatility of Rock Classic, Cornish Gold, and Rock Mellow Yellow – all ideal for creating a dry martini to personal taste, whether shaken or stirred and finished with a favourite garnish.

For those seeking something lighter during hazy afternoons, Rock Lemongino and Orangino deliver vibrant bursts of citrus. These gin-based drinks, infused with fresh lemons, oranges and tangerines, are superb served chilled – either neat or with a mixer. A splash of Champagne turns them into something truly elegant.

The distillery’s expertise extends beyond gin. Their growing range includes small-batch Rums such as the decadent Rock Chocolate Orange, infused with dark chocolate and fresh orange. Their triple-distilled single malt whisky and whisky liqueurs – notably the Peanut Whisky – have fast become favourites. The Vodka range is equally versatile; the Toffee Apple Martini is a particular highlight.

Not to be missed are Rock’s brandy liqueurs. Brandy Snap is smooth, rich and dessert-like, while Orange Breeze marries sweet and bitter oranges with Cornish Brandy. Vanilla Delight, made with fresh vanilla pod, is creamy, custard-like and decadent, and Rock Apricot Fusion – crafted from apricot skin, pomace and kernels, then aged with a touch of oak – is full-bodied and velvety.

Founded by Angie and George Malde, the distillery’s story began with a leisurely walk along Rock Beach, accompanied by their dog, Blue. Inspired by the pure Cornish spring water and the vivid local landscape, they embarked on a mission to craft spirits.

As such, Rock Distillery exemplifies Cornwall’s evolving craft spirit culture. From thoughtful local sourcing and seasonal botanicals to playful international spice blends, their extensive portfolio, now spanning gin, rum, whisky, along with innovative liqueurs, is crafted with unwavering attention to detail. Their tasting rooms invite locals and visitors alike to explore and sip Cornwall in every bottle, ensuring each varietal remains true to its coastal roots.

All Rock Distillery spirits are 100% natural and cut with Cornish spring water. The gins are entirely sugar-free.

Here’s to a summer full of spirit – the Rock Distillery way!

 

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The distillery welcomes visitors to its Wadebridge base (PL27 7FE, with parking), and also its shops in Bude (EX23 8BH), Tintagel (PL34 0DA), Padstow (PL28 8AN), as well as further afield in Corsham (SN13 0HL) and Dartmouth (TQ6 9DW). For home delivery, visit rockdistillery.com or call 07486 536220.

 

CORNISH ROCK GIN
Distillery and Shop, Unit 34-38 Clear Space,
Dunveth Business Park, Wadebridge PL27 7FE
07486 536220
info@rockgincornish.com
www.rockgincornish.com