Name: Pollination Gin
Brand: Pollination
Price: 39.25 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Pollination Gin taste like?

Accepted Answer

Pollination Gin is characterised by Fresh Fruit, Citric, Fragant, Vegetative, Leafy notes. This is a gin, not a whisky. Pollination combines 29 botanicals—19 foraged locally including chamomile, lemon balm, rowan berry, and bramble—sourced from Wales and Mount Snowdon's foothills. The result is creamy and herbaceous, working equally well in a three-to-one tonic or classic cocktails like Gimlet or Martini. Batch production limits availability.

Question 2

Is Pollination Gin smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Pollination Gin is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Pollination Gin sweet?

Accepted Answer

Pollination Gin is not particularly sweet (30/100). It leans dry and savoury.

Question 4

Is Pollination Gin good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Pollination Gin is approachable and a great starting point. Its Fresh Fruit, Citric, Fragant character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is Pollination Gin worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Pollination Gin costs £39.25 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Pollination Gin neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Pollination Gin is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Pollination Gin?

Accepted Answer

Pollination Gin pairs well with fresh fruit tart, sushi, smoked trout, and mild goat's cheese. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Pollination Gin?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Pollination Gin — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Pollination Gin?

Accepted Answer

Serve Pollination Gin at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Pollination Gin similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Pollination Gin and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Fresh Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £39.25 for Pollination Gin.

Question 11

Is Pollination Gin similar to Lower East Side Blended Malt?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Pollination Gin and Lower East Side Blended Malt share a similar flavour profile (Fresh Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Lower East Side Blended Malt costs £29.9 vs £39.25 for Pollination Gin.

Question 12

How does Pollination Gin compare to TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.)?

Accepted Answer

Pollination Gin and TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Pollination Gin is complex and layered, while TB/BSW 6 Year Old (Thompson Bros.) is known for Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Nutty notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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