Xin Gin, 43%

Introduction

Xin Gin is created by Michelle and Gareth McAllister – a married couple with Irish roots and Asian hearts, who after many years in Asia wanted to fuse the best of their two homes into a single bottle. The name “Xin” means ‘heart’ or ‘feelings’ in Mandarin, and this is precisely what the gin carries within it: a deep respect for and love of both Irish and Oriental culture.

Production Method

• Ingredients: A carefully selected blend of European and Oriental botanicals, including juniper, orange peel, lemongrass, persimmon, dill and cinnamon – a fusion profile that reflects the founders’ two cultural homes.
• Distillation process: The gin is distilled at Ahascragh Distillery in Ireland, where the botanicals are brought together through a meticulous and controlled distillation process to ensure balance between the European and Oriental flavour profiles.
• Maturation: Xin Gin is an unaged gin that expresses its character directly through its carefully selected botanicals rather than cask maturation.
• Special techniques: The botanical composition has been precisely calibrated to create a harmonious meeting between the classic, juniper-led dry gin and exotic Asian flavour components, resulting in a distinctive and boundary-bridging tasting experience.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh citrus notes of orange peel and lemongrass open the bouquet, followed by classic juniper and a hint of the exotic, gentle sweetness of persimmon, alongside warm spice tones of cinnamon.
• Palate: A dry, juniper-led core with fresh and vibrant citrus notes from orange peel and lemongrass. The exotic flavour of persimmon adds a soft and fruity depth, while dill and cinnamon contribute earthy, herbal and lightly spiced undertones.
• Finish: A long and balanced finish with lingering spice tones of cinnamon, a gentle herbal finish from dill and a fresh citrus aftertaste that rounds off the experience with elegant ease.

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Serve cold, preferably over ice, to best highlight the fresh citrus and botanical notes.
• Glass recommendation: A classic balloon or copa glass is recommended to concentrate the complex aromas and provide the best tasting experience.
• Serving suggestions: Best enjoyed as a classic Gin & Tonic with a premium tonic water, garnished with a twist of orange peel or a few stalks of lemongrass to accentuate the gin’s botanical profile. Also works excellently in a Negroni or as the base of an Asian-inspired cocktail.
• Food pairings: Pairs beautifully with light Asian dishes such as sushi, dim sum and lemongrass wok dishes. Also harmonises wonderfully with Irish cheeses, smoked salmon and light herb-based vegetable dishes.

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 43% ABV
• Bottle size: 70 cl
• Country/region of origin: Ireland – Ahascragh Distillery
• Certifications/Awards: ‘Best in Ireland’ at The Gin Guide Awards; Gold at the International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC); Bronze at the World Gin Awards 2022 for Best Contemporary Irish Gin; Silver at the World Gin Awards 2022 for Best Design.

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Xin Gin is not merely a gin – it is an experience that bridges two worlds and two cultures in a single, harmonious glass, where classic Irish craftsmanship meets the exotic richness of Asia.

As a gin born from a very specific vision and a deeply personal cultural encounter, Xin Gin occupies a rare and distinctive category all of its own – a gin that could only come into being when passion and personal history merge with a distiller’s craft.

With accolades such as ‘Best in Ireland’ at The Gin Guide Awards and Gold at the International Wine & Spirits Competition, Xin Gin is recognised by some of the most respected judges in the international gin world.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Gin lovers and cocktail enthusiasts around the world have embraced Xin Gin as a preferred choice when seeking a gin with depth, character and an authentic story behind the bottle.

Once you have experienced the complex balance between the Irish and the Asian in Xin Gin, it is difficult to imagine your collection – or your bar – without it; it is simply the kind of gin you return to time and time again.

The awards and recognition from internationally acclaimed competitions merely confirm what seasoned and experienced gin drinkers already know: Xin Gin consistently delivers on flavour, craftsmanship and originality.

From Ahascragh Distillery to You

Michelle and Gareth McAllister have poured their hearts, their life story and years of dedication into every single bottle of Xin Gin – and it is a gift they now share with everyone who opens one.

There is something warm and inviting about a gin created with the explicit purpose of bringing people together – a gin designed to be at the heart of gatherings, cherished moments and lasting memories.

We invite you to experience this crossroads between Ireland and Asia for yourself – raise your glass, share the moment with those you love, and let Xin Gin do what it was made to do: bring us together.