Small Batch South African Gin
The Old Packhouse Distillery
Handcrafted Gin
A small batch handcrafted gin distillery aimed at producing exemplary gin. We craft award winning gin from all natural and locally produced ingredients, to bring you a taste of nature's best with every sip. Our gin is a clear, distilled spirit with dominant traditional and African botanical flavors of juniper, flowers, and locally sourced fruits.
Crystal Gin
Our Crystal Gin a triple distilled London Dry Gin. In the fourth distillation we use the vapor infusion technique through the botanicals which marries the subtle subtle flavours into the pure spirit. This multiple distillation ensures a perfectly smooth gin. None of the botanicals are predominant, thus the taste is that of a pure gin.
Botanicals
Juniper / Coriander / Caraway / Iris Germanica Angelica / Fennel
Recommended Garnishes
Slice of cucumber with a crack of black pepper or an orange slice with a sprig of rosemary or lemon or a slice of fennel.
Blueberry Gin
This is our flagship gin. Four times distilled for smoothness and purity. We use 100 grams of locally produced blueberries for each bottle of gin. Often referred to as our Pink Lady, the colour and taste of this gin is produced by anthocyanins found in the blueberry, which are renowned for their health benefits. Enjoy this handcrafted gin on the rocks or with tonic and your favorite garnishes.
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Botanicals
Blueberry / Juniper / Caraway / Coriander / Iris Germanica / Angelica / Fennel
Recommended Garnishes
Add a few blueberries or raspberries
Slice of Lime
Valencia Gin
A citrus infused gin with a light orange note. Tangy and refreshing, this gin has its origins in the low-veld of Limpopo. The Valencia oranges add flavour to this popular gin. Four times distilled for smoothness and purity. This gin is a tribute to the citrus farming community and exemplifies the quality and spirit of the country living in Limpopo.
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Botanicals
Valencia oranges / Orris Root / Angelica Root / Juniper / Coriander / Caraway / Fennel
Recommended Garnishes
A slice of fresh orange
Lemon or lime
Cucumber
Gooseberries or a sprig of rosemary.
Mandarin Gin
A delicious Mandarin infused gin to be enjoyed on a hot summers day. This sweet and full flavored fruit marries well with our smooth, four times distilled gin. Only the best, bursting with citrus flavor, fruits are selected from our local growers for this proudly South African gin.
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Botanicals
Mandarin Infusions / Juniper / Coriander / Caraway / Iris Germanica Angelica / Fennel
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Recommended Garnishes
Slice of mandarin or gooseberries
This rare gin is handcrafted and distilled with African and traditional botanicals, infused with locally sourced moringa leaf, which creates a highly sought after award winning flavor. We support our local community by sourcing the moringa leaf from naturally grown locals in our luscious area. The gin is also created in collaboration with the EWT (Endangered Wildlife Trust) who has been involved in conservation of endangered species for over 45 years and is committed to nature conservation.Our Wild Dog promises a rare and fascinating experience.
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Botanicals
African and Traditional Botanicals
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Recommended Garnishes
Slice of lemon and a sprig of thyme
Wild Dog Gin
Dragon Fruit Gin
A burst of exotic flavor, our Dragon Fruit Gin is made by infusing dragon fruit during the 4th distillation to create a smooth, flavorful gin with only the heart of the gin. This gin was created in collaboration with Amorentia Nursery in South Africa where we bring awareness to our local community and support the agricultural hub of the luscious African landscapes.
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Botanicals
Dragon Fruit / Juniper / Coriander / Caraway / Iris Germianica Angelica / Fennel
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Recommended Garnishes
Mixed berries with a slice of lime or strawberries or a slice of lemon.
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