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Our Gin.
A taste of the spice islands
700ml ABV. 40%
This premium gin is crafted using a blend of the finest Zanzibar spices, including cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and star anise. These exotic flavours are selected to infuse the gin with a warm, rich flavour and create a unique drinking experience unlike any other.
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Not only do the flavours come from the islands, but the bottle and the colours relate as well. The glass is coloured a light aquamarine blue, matched exactly to the beautiful seas of Zanzibar, while the "Z" is a vibrant amber gold, just like a Zanzibar sunrise.
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The cardamom provides a subtle sweetness, while the cinnamon and cloves add a touch of spice. The black pepper gives a hint of heat and the star anise provides a subtle liquorice flavour. This gin is perfect for a refreshing Gin and Tonic, sipping on its own or mixed into a classic cocktail.
The Spices.
Spices from Zanzibar, Always Organic
Cloves are the dried flower buds of the evergreen clove tree, which were introduced to the island in the 18th century by spice traders, the clove industry in Zanzibar has been thriving for centuries and the island has become one of the largest producers of cloves in the world. The warm and humid climate in Zanzibar is ideal for growing cloves and the spice is used in a variety of dishes, as well as for its medicinal properties. Clove oil contains the active ingredient eugenol, which is a natural anaesthetic, and cloves were once common in dental practises! The clove trade is a major source of employment for the island and remains an important part of its economy and cultural heritage.
Cloves
Cardamom
Cardamom is another spice that is grown in the fertile soils of Zanzibar and mainland Tanzania. Cardamom is a fragrant spice with a unique flavour and is used in both sweet and savoury dishes in the local cuisine. You can clearly taste warm notes of the spice in our gin.
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The spice is obtained from the seed pods of the cardamom plant, The pods house sticky aromatic black seeds with a sweet and aromatic taste. Cardamom cultivation is an important source of income for small-scale farmers in Tanzania and Zanzibar. The spice is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments. Cardamom is one of the three most expensive plants in the world.
One problem often encountered by the farmers is that the local Red Colobus Monkeys love the taste of cardamom pods so they often try to take some for themselves!
While star anise is not a major crop in Zanzibar or Tanzania, it is still used in local cuisine and can be found in spice markets and specialty food stores. The spice is derived from the star-shaped fruit of the star anise tree and is widely used in both sweet and savoury dishes for its distinct liquorice flavour. Despite not being a native crop, star anise remains an important ingredient in the region and is valued for its versatility and unique flavour profile.
Star Anise
Cinnamon
Cinnamon is derived from the inner bark of the cinnamon tree and is widely used in both sweet and savoury dishes for its warm, sweet flavour. The warm and humid climate in Zanzibar is ideal for growing cinnamon and there is real skill required in harvesting the bark. Cinnamon is an important crop for small-scale farmers in Zanzibar and provides a source of income for many families on the island. In addition to its culinary uses, cinnamon is also used in traditional medicine and is valued for its health benefits.
Black Pepper
The island's warm, humid climate and fertile soil provide ideal conditions for the growth of black pepper, which is harvested from the vines of the Piper Nigrum plant. The black peppercorns produced in Zanzibar are prized for their bold, spicy flavour and are used to add heat and depth to a wide variety of dishes. Whether sprinkled on food or used in cooking, black pepper from Zanzibar is an essential ingredient that adds warmth and richness to any dish. You'll be able to taste the slight "spicy" note when sipping our gin neat.
Gin wouldn't be Gin without Juniper. While it is not currently grown in Zanzibar, we source the highest quality Juniper for our Gin from Central Europe.
We also use dried orange peel to compliment the spices and flavours from Zanzibar, adding a subtle citrus, refreshing note.
Juniper & Orange peel
Cocktails.
The Zanzibar Gin and Tonic
This Gin & Tonic is as refreshing as it gets. Perfect for a sundowner at the end of the day. A classic, with the option of a tropical twist of pineapple.
Ingredients:​
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2 measures Zanzibar Gin
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4 measures tonic water
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1 slice of fresh pineapple
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Ice (cubed)
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Optional: lime wedge and mint leaf for garnish
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Optional: 1/2 measure fresh pineapple juice for a sweeter taste
​Recipe:
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Add the ice to the glass, and pour over the gin
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Add the slice of fresh pineapple (muddle in the glass to release more of the flavour)
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Pour over the tonic, and add the garnish
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Stir lightly, and enjoy.
Tip: Replace the pineapple with a squeezed wedge of lime for a "classic G&T". For a sweeter drink, add a measure of fresh pineapple juice.
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The Gin Mule
A twist on the classic Moscow Mule - using our delicious gin for a slightly spiced and refreshing taste.
Ingredients:
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2 measures Zanzibar Gin
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1/2 measures fresh lime juice
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4 measures Ginger Beer (we recommend Old Jamaica for that extra spicy taste)
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Ice (cubes)
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Wedge of lime and some mint leaves for garnish
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Optional: Sugar Syrup
​Recipe:​
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Muddle the mint by gently mashing it a few times in the bottom of the glass, using a cocktail muddler or a wooden spoon.
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Add the gin, lime juice and simple syrup and stir.
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Add ice and pour in the ginger beer.
Tip: Add the sugar syrup and use half the ginger beer for a "Gin Gin" mule. For the full Moscow Mule effect - serve in a copper mug.