Underground Spirits Australia's limited edition Coronation Gin, released in honour of the new king, was made with traditional distilling methods and an innovative sub-zero, sub-micron cryofiltration process to eliminate impurities.
Unveiled at this year's Sydney Royal Easter Show, Underground Spirts Australia CEO Claudia Roughley says the Coronation Gin is a tribute to the coronation of the new king and the rich cultural heritage of the Commonwealth.
“It represents every country where the king is the head of state, using meticulously blended botanicals that symbolise the essence of each nation,” said Roughley.
The sugar cane represents the importance of Antigua and Barbuda’s economy and culture, while wattle represents the resourcefulness and resilience of Australia.
The sweet orange of Belize is a major agricultural product, while maple syrup represents Canada’s vast northern forests.
Nutmeg is a highly valued spice in Grenada and a key ingredient in its national dish, and allspice is a staple in Jamaican cuisine and culture, fondly known as Jamaica pepper.
Kiwi gives a distinctive flavour from New Zealand that is highly valued for its unique taste and nutritional content, while coffee is a major export for Papua New Guinea and is celebrated for its rich and complex flavour.
Papaya is widely grown and consumed in Saint Kitts and Nevis, and tangerine thrives in the tropical climate of Saint Lucia. Rum is widely produced and enjoyed in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, while hibiscus symbolises the natural beauty and biodiversity of the Solomon Islands.
Coconut is a staple ingredient in the cuisine of Tuvalu and a symbol of its close ties to the sea. And finally, the Tudor rose from the United Kingdom represents its history and tradition, as well as unity and strength.
The Coronation Gin is available to taste and purchase at the Woolworths Fresh Food Dome throughout the Sydney Royal Easter Show.
