Boatyard Sloe Gin
Handcrafted with care on the banks of Lough Erne, Boatyard Sloe Gin is a rich and elegant Irish fruit gin liqueur. Made by steeping wild sloe berries in the distillery’s organic Boatyard Double Gin, it captures the essence of Ireland’s countryside in every sip.
Bottled at 29.8% ABV, it delivers layers of ripe berry sweetness, citrus brightness, and smooth juniper complexity - a perfect balance between fruit richness and botanical finesse.
Authentic, seasonal, and unmistakably Irish, Boatyard Sloe Gin stands as a testament to craft distilling - luxurious, naturally sweet, and full of character.
Ireland
700ml
29.80% ABV
NVRich, warming, and beautifully balanced, Boatyard Sloe Gin is a handcrafted Irish expression made by macerating wild sloe berries in the distillery’s award-winning Boatyard Double Gin. Produced in County Fermanagh at the family-run Boatyard Distillery, it captures the natural sweetness and tart complexity of local hedgerow fruit.
Bottled at 29.8% ABV, this small-batch release showcases the perfect harmony of juniper structure and ripe berry flavour, delivering a luxurious, smooth liqueur-style gin ideal for sipping neat or enhancing classic cocktails.
The Boatyard Distillery, founded by Joe McGirr in 2016, stands on the shores of Lough Erne in County Fermanagh. Known for its organic field-to-bottle philosophy, the distillery’s spirits are crafted from locally sourced ingredients and distilled in copper pot stills with uncompromising attention to quality.
Boatyard Sloe Gin continues this ethos, using wild sloes hand-harvested from the Irish countryside and steeped for several months in Boatyard’s Double Gin base. The result is an authentic and deeply flavoured expression that reflects the landscape, seasonality, and artisanal spirit of Fermanagh.
Style: Sloe Gin (Fruit Infused Gin Liqueur)
Region: County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
Producer: The Boatyard Distillery
Distillation: Based on Boatyard Double Gin — small-batch copper pot distillation from organic wheat spirit
Botanical Composition: Juniper, coriander, angelica, orris root, lemon peel, liquorice, grains of paradise, and local sweet gale (bog myrtle), infused with hand-picked wild sloe berries
Maturation / Aging: Macerated for several months with ripe sloes
Cask Influence: None
Filtration / Proofing: Non-chill filtered; proofed with Fermanagh spring water
Appearance: Deep ruby red
ABV: 29.8 %
Nose:
Bright aromas of ripe berries, juniper, and subtle citrus with hints of almond and spice.
Palate:
Smooth, rich, and fruit-forward — layers of sloe, plum, and dark cherry mingle with juniper, lemon zest, and soft sweetness. Well-balanced between tart fruit and earthy botanicals.
Finish:
Long and warming with lingering berry richness and subtle citrus spice.
Overall Character:
Elegant, luscious, and deeply flavoured — a true craft sloe gin with natural fruit depth and balance.
Neat / Chilled:
Serve slightly chilled to enjoy its smooth texture and berry richness.
On the Rocks:
Enhances sweetness and reveals subtle almond notes.
Cocktails:
Perfect for winter and festive serves or to add a fruity twist to classics:
Sloe Gin Fizz
Sloe Negroni
Bramble
Sloe Royale (with prosecco)
Sloe & Tonic
Food Pairings:
Dark chocolate desserts
Berry tarts and puddings
Cheese boards (especially blue or aged cheddar)
Occasions:
Winter aperitif or after-dinner serve
Festive menus and tasting flights
Premium cocktail bars and Irish liqueur selections
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