Cape Byron Distillery has opened the family vault and produced a limited-edition kumquat gin, combining the natural acidity and mild bitterness of kumquats with its Brookie’s Byron Dry Gin.
The Shirl the Pearl gin has notes of orange blossom, mandarin and marmalade and breaks away from the traditional gin mould and introduce a new flavour profile.
“This Gin is an ode to my Grandma who was known to her friends and family as ‘Shirl the Pearl’," said Eddie Brook, co-founder and distiller of Cape Byron Distillery.
"My Mum (Pam) would tell me stories of Shirl’s notorious Kumquat Gin that was broken out at various cocktail and dinner parties. This spirit is truly special and I’m sure Shirl would approve."
Shirl the Pearl can be used to enhance the traditional G&T, or be served in replace of limoncello at the end of a family dinner.
The new gin is exclusively available from Cape Byron Distillery’s cellar door and its online store for $85.00.
