Engine Organic Gin
Product details
| Management number | 253705979 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$12.00 | Model Number | 253705979 | ||
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Engine Organic Gin is a bold, herbaceous Italian craft gin that blends organic Italian botanicals with a wheat-spirit base. Citrus, sage, rose, juniper, and licorice come together in a distinctive flavour profile. It’s aromatic, slightly savoury, and full of character — great for sipping or mixing in cocktails that can handle strong herbal & citrus notes.
Key Specs & Origin
| Spec | Detail |
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| Brand / Producer | Engine (Paolo Dalla Mora / Torino Distillati), Italy / Alta Langa and Piemonte regions. |
| Style | Organic gin, London-Dry style; small batch, handcrafted. |
| ABV / Proof | 42% ABV |
| Botanicals | Key botanicals include: juniper berries (Tuscany), sage (Alta Langa, Piedmont), Damask rose petals (Piedmont), Sicilian lemon zest, Calabrian licorice root. All botanicals are organic and 100% Italian. |
| Base Spirit & Water | Organic wheat neutral alcohol; mineral / spring water from the Italian Alps. |
| Distillation Method | Vacuum distillation (reduced pressure) to help preserve delicate botanical aromas; infusions of botanicals prior to final distillation. |
Tasting Profile
Here’s what consumers and reviewers tend to note when tasting Engine Organic Gin:
| Sense | Notes |
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| Nose / Aroma | Crisp juniper with herbal sage; fresh citrus zest (lemon) up front; floral hints from damask rose; subtle sweetness. |
| Palate / Taste | Lemon and citrus peel first; sage adds herbaceous complexity; juniper backed by some earthiness; licorice root provides a soft depth / lingering sweetness; rose petals add gentle floral lift. |
| Finish | Medium length; herbal / citrus notes persist; licorice and sage linger; a mildly bitter herbal tail with subtle juniper echo. |
What Makes It Special
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Organic, local botanicals — everything is Italian and organic, which appeals to drinkers interested in provenance and sustainability.
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Vacuum distillation helps retain volatile or delicate aromas that might be lost with higher-temperature methods. Adds finesse.
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Bold herbaceous profile — Strong botanical elements (sage, licorice) combined with citrus and floral notes make it more complex than a basic dry gin.
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Eye-catching presentation & concept — The branding leans into motors/motorsports themes (“Engine”, “Fuel the Dream,” etc.) which gives it personality and helps it stand out on shelf.
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Excellent for cocktails with herbal, bitter or citrus components (Negroni, Martini, etc.), where those flavours can shine.
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Beautiful and aromatic enough to be sipped neat or used as a feature in gin & tonic with botanical / citrus garnish.
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Appeals to eco-conscious or craft-gin buyers due to its organic status and use of local botanicals.
Serving & Pairing Suggestions
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Gin & Tonic: Use a high-quality tonic, garnish with lemon peel and a sage leaf to complement the gin’s profile.
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Negroni: Replace standard gin with Engine to bring herbal depth and citrus punch.
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Martini: For those who like herbal bitters in a martini, Engine could be interesting when stirred or shaken with dry vermouth.
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Neat or on large ice: To appreciate the aromatics and see how the botanical layers unfold.
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Pair with food: Grilled vegetables, herb-marinated meats, citrus desserts, or dishes with floral/herbal sauces; also good with bitter greens or salads with lemon-sage dressing.
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