Hidden Curiosities is back with a delightful surprise for all gin enthusiasts! We are thrilled to announce that Hidden Curiosities Gin Batch No. 8 is now ready and available for you to savour. Each batch we craft is a labour of love, and this one is no exception. With a focus on brighter notes of Japanese citrus and pink peppercorn, along with an extra infusion of juniper, our latest distillation promises to be our best yet. To add depth and character to the flavour profile, we've incorporated more Tahitian vanilla and green cardamom into the mix. With a slight tweak in our distilling method, creator Jenny thinks this batch is something truly special. Brighter and Livelier Jenny has dedicated herself...
After keeping it under our hats for some time, we have some news to share - our Aranami Navy Strength Gin has been awarded three stars out of three at the Great Taste Awards! This high accolade is hugely appreciated, and we’re delighted that the gin has been recognised by the panel. The judges test an astonishing 14,000 products during the judging, with less than 2% gaining the coveted three-star rating. We’re pleased to say that they thought our Aranami Strength Gin was worthy of inclusion in this category. Having passed through a series of blind tastings, the judges gave our gin the highest possible rating, saying some wonderful things about our gin: "This is a delightfully aromatic, complex and...
This month, we have been all smiles at Hidden Curiosities towers. Why? Because it’s our sixth birthday, that’s why! That’s six happy years of selecting botanicals, distilling, mixing and sipping craft gin. We’ve been bowled over by the glowing response over the years, and even picked up some awards along the way. To the gin-drinkers of the UK and beyond, we tip our hat to you! To help us celebrate this auspicious occasion, we’ve compiled some fantastic cocktail recipes that simply scream “celebration” at us, and work wonders with the natural flavours of both Hidden Curiosities Original and Hidden Curiosities Aranami Strength. Open your drinks cabinet, dig out the cocktail shaker and read on… The Bee’s Knees This sweet-but-refreshing...
It's International Women's Day on Wednesday 8th March, an annual celebration of the cultural, political, and socio-economic achievements of women. This day is significant to us for two reasons - not only was our much loved Aranami Strength gin released on this day four years ago, but as you probably know already, Hidden Curiosities gin is a female-led company.In honour of this, we'd like to introduce you to the woman behind everything at Hidden Curiosities - creator, director and owner, Jennifer Lane. Not only that, we'd also like to celebrate Aranami Strength's 4th birthday with a reminder of why it's so good. The Face Behind the Gin Showcasing Cravat Club & Hidden Curiosities at Goodwood Revival Hidden Curiosities is, first and foremost,...
Tonic Water - The Perfect Accompaniment A classic Gin and Tonic, while totally dependent on a good base of high-quality spirit, has one other hugely important ingredient - tonic water! A good G&T is after all more tonic than gin, which means that what you put in your glass as a mixer is hugely important. Whether it’s with a slice of lime, an exotic garnish or simply on the rocks, the most popular way to enjoy gin involves a healthy splash of tonic water, with the right pick a crucial component in the perfect mix. We all know tonic water for its unique dry flavour and uniquely refreshing finish. But how did this singular beverage come to be? Oddly enough,...
